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What to order
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Valmieras Salātiņi
Recommended in multiple reviews as especially excellent and very tasty, with one reviewer specifically singling them out as a highlight of the meal.
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Alus Salāti
Explicitly called out as something you have to try, praised for being tasty and a standout item on the menu.
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Shashlik
Recommended for Tuesdays and noted as worth arriving early for, suggesting it is a popular and well-liked dish.
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4
Fries
Mentioned together with meat as being great, indicating they are a strong side item worth ordering.
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5
Meat
Praised alongside the fries as great, showing the restaurant's meat dishes are a notable favorite.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
About Alus bārs
Alus bārs is a cafe, bar, and brasserie in Valmiera, Latvia. Reviewers consistently praise the large portions, reasonable prices, and home-style Latvian food, along with beer and drinks. The place is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with outdoor seating and a laidback atmosphere that works for lunch, dinner, or solo dining. It also has free parking nearby and accepts reservations.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Prepared foods
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Alus bārs known for?
It is best known for big portions of simple, home-style Latvian food at low prices, especially dishes like alus salāti and pork chops with cheese. Reviewers also mention beer, making it a place where people come for a filling meal and a drink without spending much.
What dishes are most recommended at Alus bārs?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight alus salāti, pork chops with cheese, pork chops, fries, shashlik, and meat dishes. The comments also note that the food comes in large portions and is often described as tasty and inexpensive.
What is the atmosphere like at Alus bārs?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and quiet, with a simple interior that some reviewers call a real gem. It suits people looking for an easy lunch, a relaxed beer, or a place to sit with a group, and it also has outdoor seating and TV or music in the background.
Is Alus bārs good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, it is widely described as cheap or reasonably priced, and the listed price range is €5 to €10. Reviewers mention meals like two large portions and two soft drinks for 17€, which supports the view that the portions are generous for the cost.
When is the best time to visit Alus bārs?
If you want one of the more specific menu items, reviewers say shashlik is served on Tuesdays and suggest coming early. One review also notes that the bar closes early, around 18:00, so it is better suited to lunch or an early dinner than a late night visit.
Is parking available at Alus bārs?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Alus bārs kid-friendly?
Yes, Alus bārs is good for kids.
