The Best Brunch in Vilnius Old Town
Brunch in Vilnius has evolved far beyond a basic omelet and a stale croissant. The Old Town is now packed with aesthetic cafes serving everything from perfectly poached Turkish eggs to massive stacks of ricotta pancakes. We ignored the basic hotel buffets and focused entirely on the independent cafes.
1. Lola
View menuLola is essentially the brunch capital of Vilnius right now, drawing massive weekend crowds to its bright, airy space. Their Turkish Eggs are legendary and entirely worth the inevitable queue. Expect spicy chili butter and thick cuts of toasted artisanal sourdough. We highly recommend trying their house specialty for around €12.50.
2. Beigelistai
View menuThe definitive spot in the city for perfectly chewy, boiled-then-baked New York-style bagels. Whether you want a classic lox and cream cheese or a heavily loaded breakfast sandwich, this tiny, unassuming shop delivers incredible quality and speed. Don't miss their signature dish, priced perfectly at €14.00.
3. Pilies Kepyklėlė
View menuA cozy, 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 right in the center of town. A massive, filling portion will only run you about €9.50 here.
4. 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, high-quality French-style morning. Their most popular plate costs €11.00 and is absolutely worth it.
5. Cuproom Café
View menuA hidden gem offering a deeply relaxed, quiet atmosphere away from the massive weekend crowds. They focus on healthy, vibrant breakfast bowls and excellent, sharply acidic batch brew coffee. A perfect, serene start to a Sunday. Grab their highly-rated combo for €13.50; it is an incredible value.
The brunch culture in Vilnius is incredibly competitive, which means the quality just keeps going up. These Old Town spots are absolutely flawless.