Dziaugsmas
Lithuania
A discreet entrance on Vilniaus Street leads to Džiaugsmas, where dark contemporary dining rooms sit within a period house. Chef Martynas Praškevičius takes Lithuanian produce in a creative direction while keeping the meal relaxed and the flavours clearly defined. Guests can follow a tasting menu or choose individual dishes, including plates intended for sharing. Small opening bites might pair smoked eel with a light beignet or Baltic herring with a cheese crisp, before the kitchen moves towards fish, meat and vegetables in more substantial courses. The restrained setting keeps attention on the cooking, making this a rewarding place to explore the capital’s contemporary food scene.