JOHN Chef's Hall.

Located within the A22 Hotel—the site of the former American Embassy where a young JFK once stayed—JOHN Chef’s Hall is an intimate, twenty-seat counterpoint to Riga's larger dining rooms. Led by chef Kristaps Sīlis, the experience centers on a seasonal tasting menu that prioritizes Latvian terroir through a modern, technical lens. With only seven tables arranged around an open kitchen, the service feels like a private performance; chefs personally present and plate dishes like Baltic pikeperch with rhubarb or locally sourced deer. The atmosphere is hushed and sophisticated, leaning into the building’s historical weight while keeping the focus firmly on the pass. It is a highly curated, ingredient-led destination for those who prefer their fine dining quiet, precise, and deeply local.