Casa Nostra
Centrs, Riga
Restaurant in Riga, Latvia
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Casa Nostra is a central Riga Italian with extended hours seven days a week, staying open until 10 PM most nights and 11 PM on weekends. The kitchen delivers straightforward pastas and grilled proteins without a distinct signature, but the dependable schedule and walk-in availability make it a practical fallback when higher-profile restaurants are closed or fully booked.
About Casa Nostra
Should you book Casa Nostra when you're in Riga? Start with the practical basics: Casa Nostra is in Riga, keeps daily hours, and lists a smart-casual dress code.
Casa Nostra operates seven days a week, opening at noon daily and staying open until 10 PM Sunday through Thursday, and until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. That schedule makes it a flexible option to consider across the week, especially if you are comparing dining times in Riga and want a venue with published daily hours.
How the lunch and dinner experiences compare
Casa Nostra opens at noon every day. Treat the timing as the planning anchor: noon-to-evening availability Sunday through Thursday, with an extra hour on Friday and Saturday. If you are choosing between Casa Nostra and other Riga options, compare the current details directly before you go.
Booking and timing
Use the published hours as your planning baseline: 12–10 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and 12–11 PM Friday and Saturday. For plans that depend on a specific time, party size, or occasion, confirm directly with the venue before visiting.
At a glance: Riga • Open daily 12–10 PM, until 11 PM Friday and Saturday • Smart casual dress code • Compare with Snatch, Riviera, or browse our full Riga restaurants guide for other dining options.
Planning details
- Location
- Elizabetes iela 10B, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
- Website
- casanostrariga.com
- Phone
- +37166956609
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Casa Nostra reads like a neighbourhood Italian trattoria tucked into Riga’s Centra rajons. It occupies a stretch of late‑19th and early‑20th century fabric near the Art Nouveau corridor, so the restaurant sits naturally within a historic city‑centre context rather than the bustle of the Old Town. Inside, the register leans toward a considered, classic Italian bistro—intimate and quietly charming—serving both locals and international diners who are looking for familiar, well‑executed pasta and a relaxed but polished atmosphere. The result is a quietly hospitable spot that feels like part of the neighbourhood’s everyday dining life.
Best For
Casa Nostra is well suited to an evening out in the central district—an easy pick for date night or a relaxed special occasion where classic Italian dishes are the focus. Its location makes it convenient for pre‑theatre dinners given the short walk from the National Theatre, and its proximity to the hotel corridor means it also works for visitors seeking an authentic, non‑touristy meal. The mixed local and international clientele and the trattoria-style approach make it adaptable for a business dinner or a low‑key celebratory meal without the formality of a tasting‑menu restaurant.
Ordering Tips
Menu highlights underline Casa Nostra’s strengths in traditional pastas: Tagliatelle alla Bolognese and Spaghetti alla Carbonara are signature preparations to try, and the Vegan Lasagna signals attention to a range of dietary preferences. The kitchen leans into classic, well‑crafted plates rather than experimental tasting menus, so ordering from the pasta selections is a reliable way to experience what the restaurant does best. Given the neighbourhood‑trattoria character, expect straightforward, familiar Italian dishes presented with care.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, cozy atmosphere with Art Nouveau elegance, friendly service, and a home-like Italian feel.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
- Spaghetti alla Carbonara
- Vegan Lasagna
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Elizabetes iela 10B, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
Planning details
Location
Elizabetes iela 10B, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia · Directions
Restaurant context
Casa Nostra sits in the middle of Riga's small but serviceable Italian dining tier. Snatch operates at a lower price point and faster turnover, making it the better choice for casual lunches or budget-conscious dinners. Riviera offers broader Mediterranean variety at a comparable €€ tier and tends to draw a livelier evening crowd, so it's worth prioritizing if you want a more animated room. Māsa and The Catch both operate with more ambitious menus and tighter service polish, though availability can be harder to secure on short notice.
If you're visiting Riga for the first time and can only book one Italian meal, start with Snatch for value or Riviera for a fuller dining-room experience. Casa Nostra functions best as a Plan B when your first-choice spots are closed or fully booked, particularly on Mondays and Tuesdays, when extended hours give it a scheduling advantage. For travelers splitting time between Riga and nearby cities, consider 36.Line in Jurmala or Goldingen Room in Kuldiga for more distinctive regional cooking once you've exhausted the capital's options.
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Compare Casa Nostra
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Nostra | Riga | , | , | No published awards |
| Māsa | Riga | , | , | No published awards |
| Space Falafel | Riga | , | , | No published awards |
| Riviera | Riga | Mediterranean Cuisine | €€ | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #12026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| The Catch | Riga | , | , | 2026 Michelin Plate |
| Snatch | Riga | Italian | € | Star Wine Lists 20262026 Bib Gourmand2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Casa Nostra accommodate groups?
Casa Nostra is open from noon until 10 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. If you are planning for a larger party, confirm directly with the venue.
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