Aleponija Bars & Clubs in Riga – GayOut Guide
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Aleponija

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22 Ernesta Birznieka-Upīša iela, Riga

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About this place Aleponija

Aleponija is an alternative bar on Ernesta Birznieka-Upīša iela in central Riga, run by local musician Juris Simanovičs. It is known for live concerts, poetry readings, cheap drinks and a resident bar cat, and it rates 4.7 from more than 650 reviews. It is a mixed, gay-friendly bar rather than a gay bar, but it hosts drag shows and queer book presentations from time to time and appears on local lists of LGBTQ+-friendly places. Check its social media for event nights.

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Gay-friendly (straight venue) Live music Safe space Drag scene Chill / Relaxed Underground Local favorite Pub Dive bar Evening venue Gay-friendly (straight venue) Live music Drag shows

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4.7
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655 reviews

Based on 655 Google reviews.

matīss saulītis
matīss saulītis Jul 2026
★★★★★

Great place to be

Fredrik Ostlund
Fredrik Ostlund Jul 2026
★★★★★

Really cool bar! A s a foreigner (Swede) who travels alone sometimes, I appreciated the bartender, and the people going there, Latvians who were very open and welcomming.

לאוניד טרו
לאוניד טרו Jul 2026
★★★★★
Camilla Behr Carlsen
Camilla Behr Carlsen Jul 2026
★★★★★
Dainis Deigelis
Dainis Deigelis Jul 2026
★★★★★

A good, creative union.

Keitija Bārbale
Keitija Bārbale Jun 2026
★★★★★

This place is what she is.

Huang Ming Liu
Huang Ming Liu Jun 2026
★★★★★

Hidden by the roadside, this small pub has no sign, and the staff doesn't greet you inside, just playing cards. But it has a relaxed atmosphere; grab a beer, sit down, and the overall feeling is quite pleasant. The beer prices are reasonable, and there's a good selection. Since you can't buy any alcohol in Latvia supermarkets at night (due to alcohol restrictions), having a pub like this is very comforting!

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Last updated on 6 November 2026

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