Demo

Demo is a cafe by day and an evening restaurant at T. Ševčenkos g. 16A in the Naujamiestis district, north of the centre of Vilnius, Lithuania. It holds one Michelin star in the 2026 guide, and its dual identity is its defining feature: a relaxed daytime cafe that changes into a tasting-menu restaurant on selected evenings. The cuisine is modern European, with seasonal ingredients and contemporary technique, and the evening menu is set rather than à la carte. Daytime cafe plates offer a simpler, more affordable way to experience the kitchen's style, while the evening tasting menu is the main draw for dedicated diners. The setting is understated and design-led, with a quiet to moderate noise level; the daytime mood is casual, and the evening is more intimate, with smart-casual dress typical. Wine pairings and non-alcoholic options are usually available alongside the evening menu. The evening format costs about €90-150 per person, placing it in the top bracket for Vilnius, while the cafe is considerably cheaper. Service days and hours vary, so visitors should check the venue page for when the restaurant opens in the evening. Booking is essential for evening service, and places may be limited, so reserving well ahead is sensible, particularly for weekends. Mention dietary needs in advance. The location is outside the Old Town, in a residential and office area roughly a short taxi ride or a longer walk north of Gediminas Avenue, so visitors should plan transport, especially late at night. The cafe is a sensible choice for travellers who want to sample the kitchen without committing to a full tasting dinner. With a rating of about 4.7, Demo is widely regarded as one of the standout dining rooms in the city.