We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
All 269 Riga Restaurants »

Salve

Ratslaukums 5, Riga LV-1050, Latvia
+371 67044317
Ranked #22 of 269 restaurants in Riga
4.0 of 5 stars 62 Reviews
Price range: S$9 - S$26
Cuisines: Latvian
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Update restaurant details
Write a Review

62 reviews from our community

85% Recommend
    27
    26
    6
    1
    2
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Tremelo, Belgie
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Our hotel's receptionist recommended the Salve restaurant as one serving typical Latvian dishes. And it was delicious, with good service, a nice selection of foreign wines (evidently the climate of the Baltic is not permitting growing wine grapes). I can recommend the cabbage soup served in a bread bowl, an the lambs stew. The restaurant interior seems to have been... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by DirkvdO for Riga
Moscow
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

I expected good food but who knew the staff was going to be such fun. Had a blast. Highly recommend this place.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

The décor of Salve was really fascinating. I don't think that there can be many restaurants in Latvia with such authenticity particularly in the Dutch style. There is a choice of seating areas to suit the occasion (group formal dining, private areas, and the terrace in the Summer). From the menu we selected the taster menu which is as it... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Arvika, Sweden
Contributor
19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

I was recommended this restaurant but it was a huge disappointment. I chose to have chicken and as the menu really did not say much about the dishes I asked. I was told I was to get fried chicken breast - when it arrived it was poaced chicken thighs filled with digestive bisquits! When I complained ... nothing! There are... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Fair Lawn, New Jersey
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

We came at a very busy moment. They staff however were able to find us a table almost immediately and continued to be friendly, attentive and efficient throughout the night. Food and wine close perfect , and the atmosphere warm and welcoming . Really to be recommended..

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by sean j for Riga
Sale
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

This restaurant is well placed, just off the Town Hall Square and I my experience was a positive one. I got there about 8.00pm, last Friday night and, apart from one other couple, I was the only diner, so I was a little unsure what to expect. I needn't have worried: a good 2 course meal, with a beer was... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by SaleDamc for Riga
Chisinau, Moldova
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

Basing on tripadvisor rating I was expecting something great, but in reality this is just an average option to eat. The food was pretty good, the interior also. The location is very central (old town). You can eat there for a reasonable price. The service was average and, generally speaking, the overall impression was that there is nothing special in... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by shourique for Riga
ayr
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Very close to Garden Palace Hotel, perfect on such cold nights not to have to walk too far, particularly after their traditional Latvian shot dessert which consisted of 5 Latvian shots!!!!! Delicious but straight home fo9r a good nights sleep after it Ha! Ha! Food was excellent and staff lovely and friendly! We left this restaurant until our last night... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by MojoAyr for Riga
Espoo, Finland
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011 via mobile
1
person found this review helpful

Salve serves a Latvian menu, but the presence of dill was delightfully subdued. Good tastes with traditional local ingredients, well functioning service and old style wooden interior. Local dark beer on tap, which is always a plus. Well worth a visit, and reasonable prices.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by Martti_K for Riga
Stockholm, Stockholms Lan, Sweden
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2011

We recieved very good local food for reasonable prices. Even though restaurant is located at one of the most exposed places of Riga, it is not overprized. Waitress was quite attentive and decent. It was no problem to pay separately by card, unfortunatelly having no latvian cash I couldn't tip her. My course consisted of latvian sour cabbage soup, hand... More

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers who viewed Salve also viewed

No photo provided
4.5 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Riga, Riga Region
Domini Canes
4.5 of 5 stars 128 Reviews
Riga, Riga Region
 
1221
4.5 of 5 stars 87 Reviews
Riga, Riga Region
PROVINCE
4 of 5 stars 55 Reviews
Riga, Riga Region
 

Been to Salve? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Salve, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing