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Chef's Corner has earned a place in the Michelin guide with its Recommended award for 2026, a recognition of its refined modern cuisine and precise execution. The restaurant sits in Riga's quiet centre, a setting that matches its design-led interior. Chef Reinis Strazdiņš leads the kitchen, described as the backbone of the operation. The menu reflects a deep respect for product, seasonality, and technique.
The restaurant describes itself as a high-level European establishment, listed among the top 30 restaurants in Europe and nominated for Best New Restaurant and Best Drinks. The kitchen’s philosophy centres on a genuine love and understanding of ingredients, from their seasonality to the cooking methods that bring out their best. This approach is evident in every dish.
Diners can choose from a broad range of dishes, from classic beef tartare and foie gras ravioli to a raw bar with scallops and tuna tartare. Steaks are a particular focus, with cuts from US, Uruguayan, Australian, and Japanese Wagyu beef. The menu also includes seafood such as Scottish salmon and monkfish, as well as game like pigeon breast and wild venison. Vegetarian options, such as smoked eggplant carpaccio and Comte cheese tortellini, ensure there is something for every taste.
For a more immersive journey through the kitchen’s modern cuisine, the restaurant offers a Chef’s Table, available Monday to Thursday. The ten-course menu costs 110 euros, with an optional alcoholic pairing for 69 euros. It is an opportunity to experience the full range of the chef’s creativity in an intimate setting.
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