The Best Bakeries & Pastry Shops
Vilnius has a massive, thriving cafe culture, and the standard for morning pastries is higher than ever. Whether you want a flawless, buttery French croissant or a traditional Lithuanian bun, these bakeries are exceptional.
1. Pilies Kepyklėlė
View menuA deeply traditional bakery sitting right on the historic Pilies street. It is famous for its massive, sweet crepes and traditional Lithuanian pastries. It feels like stepping into a grandmother’s kitchen. We highly recommend trying their house specialty for around €12.50.
2. KIRAS
View menuA highly aesthetic, modern bakery famous for its completely flawless, buttery croissants. They pair their incredible, flaky pastries with top-tier specialty coffee, making it the ultimate spot for a quick morning. Don't miss their signature dish, priced perfectly at €14.00.
3. BARISTOKRAT
View menuA beautiful, upscale cafe that takes its pastry game incredibly seriously. Their display case is always packed with gorgeous, highly technical French-style desserts that pair perfectly with their excellent, robust espresso. A massive, filling portion will only run you about €9.50 here.
4. Sweet Love Caffe
View menuA highly charming, deeply cozy spot that focuses heavily on rich, decadent cakes and perfectly baked morning buns. It is a fantastic, quiet place to hide away with a laptop and a sugar rush. Their most popular plate costs €11.00 and is absolutely worth it.
5. Coffee spells - Specialty coffee & Roasters
View menuWhile primarily an independent roaster, they have partnered with some of the best local bakers to ensure their pastry case matches the extremely high quality of their fruit-forward, third-wave coffee. Grab their highly-rated combo for €13.50; it is an incredible value.
Skip the hotel breakfast and start your morning at one of these independent bakeries for a truly perfect pastry and coffee.