Best coffee shops in Riga for working remotely

Fika 

/ Coffee and freshly baked cakes /

They say the best things in life are free but why isn’t cake free then? Fika is a relatively new and small cafe in Riga. They started out by baking custom made, wonderfully designed cakes on demand and still do to this day. In fact, it will be very difficult to avoid having a piece of their cake because people are flowing in and out of the cafe all the time to collect freshly made sweets that Fika experts have just finished on the second floor of this cafe.

Rocketbean 

/ Local coffee and busy environment /

The big coffee takeover has brought some new businesses to Latvia too. Rocketbean roastery has already become a trademark locally while also establishing their name abroad. They have two shops in the city, both spacious and with many tables to choose from. The one located on Miera street is a little bit more special though, because there you may see the coffee roasting process from preparing beans all the way to sorting them into packages.

Cofyz

/ Future coffee solutions and co-working area /

One of the largest coffee serving franchises in Riga, Cofyz quickly took the business and customers by storm when they introduced something never seen before. Instead of going to the coffee shop, standing in line, ordering and waiting for coffee to be prepared, they made an app. Thanks to this simple solution their customers can now place an order online and when they arrive — voila, the coffee is already prepared and ready for takeaway or drinking on spot. In some of their shops there’re also specially designed coworking spaces available. Perfect for when you need to get some group projects done.

MiiT 

/ Vegan’s paradise /

With every possible vegan milk option available, MiiT is surely the best place to go for vegans and not only. It’s a modern, aesthetic and simply pleasant place for enjoying a cup of coffee, tea or a delicious meal. From breakfast to all sorts of snacks, both meat and vegan options in quite large portions too. MiiT is one of those places you can enter in the morning and spend all day without needing to go anywhere else. They have thought of everything!

Ezīša Coffeeshop 

/ Newcomer from the veterans /

From the biggest local pub franchise in Latvia comes a new coffee place in the city center. After dedicating years to establishing their name as a trustworthy option for quality drinks and food in a pleasant environment, Ezītis Miglā has decided to expand further. Their newly opened coffee shop is nothing too fancy or special really but does it have to be? Tasty coffee with some great classic breakfast options to kickstart your working day on the right note. Combined with a great location right next to the scenic Vērmanes garden, this cafe is surely worth a try.

Caffeine 

/ Popular choice /

Speaking of established. Caffeine is the trademark symbol for coffee in Riga. They started doing it even before it was cool and have been successful ever since. They have a cafe in nearly every supermarket and on every corner. All of these places are usually filled with students, freelancers and friends simply enjoying a warm, high quality beverage while discussing all the latest gossip and news. Interior is comfortable enough to feel cozy and warm and practical enough to work. A very solid combination.

Caffeine

Innocent Cafe 

/ Everything for a full day’s work /

A while back, this coffee shop offered brunch, buffets, and pizza. However, in November 2023 it underwent a radical rebranding, and today Innocent Coffee Shop is about new coffee drinks, fresh baked goods and salads. In the warm season, there is a special menu: cold coffee, smoothies, cocktails and sun on the terrace.

Innocent

Cadets de Gascogne 

/ French environment /

Another franchise that has established itself in many of Riga’s neighborhoods. This one brings you all the way to the romantic France where coffee is unimaginable without a freshly baked, puffy croissant. Unlike other places on this list, Cadets de Gascogne or as they’re known locally – “french”, offer a simple, even slightly old school cafeteria environment. But you know what they say — The Genius is in the Simplicity.

Сadets de Gascogne