Lunch and dinner possibilities
During the conference (three days), lunch is included in the participant's fee, so you will be able to enjoy it at the same address: S. Daukanto Street 28, Kaunas.
Kaunas City Lunch Guide
Here's a list of lunch spots along Laisvės alėja (Liberty Avenue) in Kaunas near the conference venues. This vibrant pedestrian street is lined with diverse eateries, offering a range of cuisines to suit various tastes and highlighting a mix of traditional Lithuanian cuisine, international flavours, and places with vegetarian and vegan options. Stretching for 1.6 kilometres (about 1 mile) through the city's heart, it is a historical landmark and a vibrant modern promenade.
Lunch Tips for Visitors
- Many menus are available in English, and staff generally speak it well.
- Lunch hours are typically 11:00–14:00. During lunch, many restaurants offer a regular menu and an additional daily lunch menu, which changes daily. You will receive your food more quickly if you choose a meal from the lunch menu.
- Most places accept card payments.
Traditional Lithuanian Cuisine
Bernelių Užeiga
K. Donelaičio g. 11
Authentic rustic decor and local beer make this a cultural experience.
What to try: Cepelinai (potato dumplings), cold beetroot soup (šaltibarščiai), and potato pancakes.
Višta Puode
S. Daukanto g. 23
Chefs use seasonal ingredients to share what nature has to offer at this time of year.
Bajorkiemis city
Kęstučio g. 86
Centrally located restaurant Bajorkiemis city offers customers a great dining and entertainment complex, offering not only a taste of traditional Lithuanian dishes, but also traditional European and French cuisine.
101 kepyklėlė
Laisvės al. 87
Cosy café offering sweet pastries, pastries with meat and or vegetables, soups, Lithuanian and European dishes.
Charlie Pizza
Laisvės al. 68
Lithuanian, European, and Italian dishes.
Casual & International Eats
Mozaika
V. Putvinskio 23
Lunch sets where every taste has its place.
ILunch VC BLC
K. Donelaičio g. 60
A lunch restaurant offering a quick, automatic system of ordering and getting your meal.
Goodman
K. Donelaičio g. 60
Gastronomic pub.
Mamma Kitchen Stories
V. Putvinskio g. 53, (K. Donelaičio g. 62)
A modern eatery with a terrace overlooking Vienybės Square, offering a diverse menu including vegetarian and vegan options.
Miesto sodas
Laisvės al. 93
European, Lithuanian dishes.
Talutti Bakes and shakes
Vasario 16-osios g. 2
Offering American and European dishes, as well as a daily lunch menu
Talutti Tex Mex
Laisvės al. 74
Mexican and European dishes.
„Prezo“ kepyklėlė
Laisvės al. 61
Cosy café offers sweet pastries, pastries with meat and/or vegetables.
Grill London
Laisvės Alėja 72
A modern steakhouse and barbecue restaurant known for its grilled meats and European dishes. Offers a casual atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Putvinskio 48
V. Putvinskio g. 48
Restaurant offering daily lunch.
Donelaičio
K. Donelaičio g. 66
A historic location in Kaunas with European cuisine.
Vero Cafe
Laisvės al. 75, Kaunas
A popular café chain offers various sandwiches, salads, and pastries. It is ideal for a quick and light lunch with quality coffee.
Piano Piano Soboras
Laisves al. 18
An Italian and European restaurant located near Soboras, offering a variety of dishes in a cosy setting.
Bistronomė
Laisvės alėja 37
A bistro offering barbecue and grill dishes provides a casual dining experience with various options.
Habits Bakery
Gedimino g. 42
A popular café offering a variety of sandwiches, salads, and pastries. Ideal for a quick and light lunch with quality coffee.
Vegan & Vegetarian Options
Kaunas is becoming increasingly vegan- and vegetarian-friendly, offering various dining options for international visitors. These establishments offer diverse cuisines and dining experiences, ensuring that all dietary preferences are accommodated.
Žalia Pupa
Vegan and Vegetarian
Laisvės Alėja 78
A cosy café on Laisvės alėja, known for its hearty lentil stews, pakoras, and koftas. It's a popular spot, so consider takeout if the seating is full.
Arbatinė
Vegan and Vegetarian
Laisvės alėja 100
Located on Freedom Avenue, this 100% vegan restaurant serves traditional Lithuanian dishes like cepelinai (potato dumplings) and beetroot soup, all plant-based.
Moksha
Indian, Vegan, Vegetarian
Vasario 16-osios g. 6
An Asian fusion restaurant offering Thai and Indian-inspired dishes. Vegan options include pad Thai and curries with Burmese tofu.
Radharanė
Indian, Vegetarian, Vegan
Laisvės al. 40
Lithuania's first vegetarian restaurant, offering a range of Ayurvedic dishes. Vegan options are available and marked on the menu.
Gaivi Gaiva
S. Daukanto g. 17-1C
A home-style shop offering green smoothies and freshly squeezed juices for those who want to live healty!
Kiras
Vegan
M. Daukšos g. 27
A quirky café serving a variety of vegan desserts and drinks in a charming, retro-inspired setting.
Fresh Spot
Vegan, Vegetarian
Karaliaus Mindaugo pr. 38
A health-focused eatery offering a variety of salads and smoothies, with some vegetarian and vegan options.
More choices
On Liberty Avenue, you will find many more lunch and dinner places offering tasty options all day. If you are in a hurry, plenty of cafes serve fresh coffee, sweet pastries, sandwiches, and salads.
Moreover, you can also visit the big shopping mall “Akropolis” (Karaliaus Mindaugo pr. 49; 17 minutes away from the conference venue on foot) and choose from many lunch and dinner options. More information is here.
Let’s not forget Kaunas Old Town, which offers many cosy and tasty lunch and dinner options.