A vaulted cellar pub in the Old Town known for live Latvian folk and rock music most nights, local beer on tap and simple hearty plates. It ranks in Tripadvisor's top ten Riga restaurants and is a safe place for a solo traveler to eat and listen to music in the evening.
Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs is a vaulted cellar pub at Peldu iela 19 in Riga's Old Town (Vecrīga), close to Dome Square, in Latvia. It is best known as a live-music venue: Latvian folk and rock acts play most nights, and the stage dominates the room. It ranks among Tripadvisor's top ten Riga restaurants, which is unusual for a pub and reflects how many visitors use it as a combined dinner-and-entertainment stop.
The food is simple, hearty pub fare in the Latvian tradition. Typical orders are Latvian beer snacks such as smoked sausage and garlic rye croutons, grey peas with bacon, and pork ribs. Local craft beer on tap is the main beverage draw, and pairing a plate of croutons with a Latvian lager or dark beer is the standard way to experience the place. The kitchen is not the reason to come for a refined meal; the appeal is atmosphere, music and price, with the price range falling in the budget bracket.
The room is loud, underground and lively, with a mix of locals and visitors. Brick vaults keep it intimate, but when a band is playing, conversation is difficult. There is no formal dress code. Because it is a cellar, the feel is closer to a folk club than a restaurant, which is exactly what the name (folkklubs) indicates.
Reservations are generally not taken: the venue is walk-in, and on weekends visitors who want a table near the stage should arrive before 20:00. Opening hours are long and listed as Monday 14:00-02:00, Tuesday to Thursday 16:00-02:00, Friday and Saturday 16:00-04:00 and Sunday 14:00-04:00, although an older listing opens at 16:00, so confirmation before going is advisable. The phone number is +371 27 796 914.
For a solo traveller, the pub is a comfortable and safe way to spend an evening in the Old Town, with the music providing company. Visitors seeking a quiet dinner should choose an earlier slot or a different venue.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Listed as Mon 14:00-02:00, Tue-Thu 16:00-02:00, Fri-Sat 16:00-04:00, Sun 14:00-04:00 (an older listing opens at 16:00); confirm before going. |
| Reservations | Walk-in; arrive before 20:00 on weekends for a table near the stage |
| Address | Peldu iela 19, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia |
Signature dishes
- Latvian beer snacks (smoked sausage and garlic rye croutons)
- Grey peas with bacon
- Pork ribs
- Local craft beer
Good to know
- Known for
- Live folk music in a cellar
Location
Peldu iela 19, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
56.9487, 24.1062 View on map
Highlights
- Live Latvian folk and rock music most nights in a vaulted cellar
- Local craft beer on tap
- Latvian beer snacks: smoked sausage and garlic rye croutons
- Grey peas with bacon and pork ribs
- Open late, to 02:00 or 04:00 depending on the day
Tips for visiting
- Arrive before 20:00 on weekends if a table near the stage matters.
- Order the garlic rye croutons with a local beer, the classic pairing.
- Earlier in the evening is calmer for conversation; music dominates later.
- Opening hours vary between listings, so confirm by phone on +371 27 796 914.
- Prices are budget-level, making it good value for an evening out in the Old Town.
When to visit
Early evening for a quieter meal; Friday and Saturday nights for peak live-music atmosphere, with an earlier arrival to get a table.
Accessibility
The venue is a vaulted cellar, so steps and uneven floors are likely; wheelchair access is unconfirmed and visitors with mobility needs should phone +371 27 796 914 before going.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs take reservations?
It operates mainly on a walk-in basis. On weekends, arriving before 20:00 helps secure a table near the stage.
What kind of music is played?
Live Latvian folk and rock music is performed most nights.
What food is served?
Simple pub plates such as smoked sausage and garlic rye croutons, grey peas with bacon and pork ribs, alongside local craft beer.
Where is it located?
At Peldu iela 19 in the Old Town, near Dome Square.