One of Riga’s best new upmarket restaurants, combining elegance, fine wine and excellent food. Those willing to treat themselves to a little upscale dining will have no reason to feel guilty for indulging in the not-so-discrete charms of the bourgeoisie. The dishes on the menu are largely based on nouvelle French and Italian cuisine. The wine list is similarly inspired by these countries – more than 150 quality wines are served by sommelier. As you walk in, the bright and sophisticated yet contemporary interior is emphasized by high ceilings and a sense of space. Select your seating – the visible tables you can see immediately in front of you provide ample people-watching in case your conversation lags. if you have business to conduct or romance to nurture then some tables are separated by glass partitions. In a lounge-style area behind the bar, films and music videos are often screened (bring your own on a flash and some friends!). More intimate seating is unveiled upstairs - it is like a sumptuous living room with cozy sofas, lots of books and, of course, wine. Take a little tour of the restaurant before making your choice! Because in the brick cellar downstairs, a small delicatessen offers gastronomic delights you can take away with you – from cheeses, meats and fresh pastries to the fine wines themselves. If you arrive on a Wednesday, Friday or Saturday evening you may experience the additional enchantment of live music, sometimes courtesy of the restaurant’s white piano. Once every two months, PiNOT organizes wine dinners – evenings in sublime company of a four-course menu, five specially selected wines and PiNOT’s resident sommelier.
