Melnie Mūki – Modern European Restaurant In the Heart of Old Town Riga
MELNIE MŪKI — BLACK MONKS
Old Riga · Since 1999
MODERN EUROPEAN CUISINE WITH LATVIAN CHARACTER
Melnie Mūki is a modern European restaurant in the heart of Old Riga. Set within historic brick walls on the site of a former Dominican monastery, we combine contemporary European cuisine with selected Latvian ingredients and local touches.
Our menu features carefully prepared meat and fish dishes, seasonal ingredients and house specialities — all served in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Taste Old Riga. Meet the Black Monks.
Our Cuisine
Our kitchen combines modern European cuisine with Latvian character and carefully selected seasonal ingredients.
The menu focuses on well-prepared meat and fish dishes, including slow-cooked beef cheeks, Latvian beef fillet, halibut braised in wine and butter, black ravioli with smoked salmon, and house specialities inspired by the character of Melnie Mūki.
We keep the menu focused so that each dish receives the attention it deserves — from the quality of the ingredients to the final presentation.
Whether you come for dinner, a glass of wine with a starter, or a long evening with friends, our aim is simple: good food, warm hospitality and an experience worth returning for.
Groups & Private Events
Celebrate in the heart of Old Riga.
Melnie Mūki welcomes private celebrations, group dinners, corporate events and special occasions. We offer several dining spaces, including a separate lower-level hall and a private room, allowing us to accommodate both intimate gatherings and larger groups.
For groups, we can prepare set or individually tailored menus and are happy to accommodate vegetarian, vegan and other dietary requirements with advance notice.
Tell us about your occasion, number of guests and preferred budget, and our team will prepare an offer tailored to your event.
