5 Best Restaurants in Lithuania

The restaurant of family-run boutique hotel Vila Komoda serves seasonal dishes in Nordic style, based on local ingredients that sometimes are picked by the restaurant's own staff. It is owned and managed by an internationally acclaimed Lithuanian chef known for his inventiveness and attention to detail. Both à la carte and degustation menus are available for dinner, and breakfast/brunch is provided in a quiet and welcoming atmosphere.

This popular beer bar and restaurant by the river boasts an impressive selection of local and international beers and ales, alongside bar snacks like burritos and blinis as well as classic Lithuanian dishes.

Part of the Vilnius University complex of buildings, this restaurant-café has a Gothic interior and a lively summer garden. The inexpensive menu features national dishes from Lithuania, while beer sauces, beer caramel, and beer marinate are the biggest draw. There's also an outpost in the grounds of the Vilnius University Botanical Gardens—a good choice for summer barbecue.

One of the Baltic's major jazz venues, Kurpiai is also the place to come for coffee, snacks, or full meals throughout the day. The menu ranges from steak to sandwiches. Take a seat on the cobbled terrace or on one of the mezzanines inside the old Klaipeda townhouse.

One of the best restaurants in Lithuania and the Nordic region, Monai serves fresh, modern dishes made with local seasonal ingredients. The dining room is chic and stylish with a relaxed atmosphere, friendly service, and an open kitchen, where skilled chefs are hard at work. Be sure to start your meal with a hearty soup in Lithuanian style, with some delicious homemade bread.