Black Magic Bar
Black Magic Bar
4.5
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
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- KamouraskanGeddington, United Kingdom135 contributionsAlmost PerfectOnly place in Riga we visited twice, if only because of the convenient location and we wanted to have a table in back with candles. So beautiful, especially as a winter hideaway, the photos do not do it justice. The coffee was only 2.20Eu and the tea at twice that, but filled at least two cups. Both were excellent, though I had a Black Magic hot chocolate on our second visit. For 2Eu we had the almost 2 dozen mini gingerbread hearts. Not a bad price for such a lovely escape. Our second visit was in the afternoon and we were shocked to discover no cakes were available, hich is why we are not rating it 5 stars. I tried one of the strawberry truffles at 1.5Eu. And though very pricey, was gone far too soon.Visited November 2022Written November 30, 2022
- Mike Howard Manchester UKManchester, United Kingdom74 contributionsStunningThe decoration and atmosphere at Black Magic was super. We has identified this shop as a must visit before we arrived in Riga but, if honest, we thought we would just pop in, taste the local balsam, and cross it off our list. We didn't. We enjoyed the unique ambiance and warm welcome so much that we stayed for nearly 3 hours. Thank you, Richard, for your warm welcome and assistance with the wider than expected choice of balsam drinks. You helped to make this a very enjoyable experience.Visited February 2020Written February 18, 2020
- Abi GLondon, United Kingdom74 contributionsAmazing chocolate!!The Riga Black Magic hot chocolate is probably the best hot chocolate ever!! The desserts and truffles are gorgeous and the atmosphere is quiet and calm. We went in after a walking tour for a little break and some chocolate. Would go back again!Visited April 2023Traveled with friendsWritten April 12, 2023
- Hayley DUnited Kingdom9 contributionsGorgeous bar but ends there!The bar interior is gorgeous however the rest of the experience was a let down! When we entered staff were rude and dismissive. We found a seat and were told it would be 30 minutes for our cocktails, the cocktails finally came over 45 minutes later. Cocktails were one coffee based and one milk based both with the Black Riga Basalm, I get the gimmick factor with this however it just doesn't work in the cocktails - they were really gross and undrinkable. Had a couple of sips and left. Overall poor experience, would not recommend!Visited January 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten January 2, 2023
- Lisa81 contributionsA magical, candlelit place to enjoy a hot chocolate on a cold dayWe came across tbis awesome lookimg olace in Rifa town. This place has a very 'Harry Potter' magical feel to the place. It was such an awesome place to walk into. We walked through a secret bookcase, downstairs in to a candle lit cafe. We both had a tasty hot chocolate. We also bought some chocolates. We had a great time and would recommend a visit to this quirky, magical place.Visited February 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten February 15, 2020
- Richard JSouthampton, United Kingdom33 contributionsUnique experienceVisited for drinks and chocolates with 5 friends. I thought this place was very unique - we went in the afternoon and many people were having hot drinks, but we had cocktails! The decoration and atmosphere is great. I didn't particularly enjoy my cocktail but my friends all enjoyed theirs, I think it was more down to me. We did enjoy the chocolates very much and went back later to purchase some of the boxes to bring home. The staff were friendly and efficient. Would recommend stopping in here for something a bit different.Visited October 2021Written October 12, 2021
- AlwaysonAberdeen, United Kingdom150 contributionsMust soon RigaOne of my favourite things to do in Riga. A chance to try the Black Riga Balsam (liqueur) with the most amazing chocolate truffles in a superb atmospheric setting. I’ve been twice and will probably try to fit in a third visit before returning home. Feels at like sitting in a scene from Harry Potter!Visited September 2022Traveled as a coupleWritten September 26, 2022
- NR5Norwich, United Kingdom24 contributionsWhat Choccywoccydoodah is aspiring to be!Fantastic place and great staff! Downstairs is mind blowing! But here’s a tip: go for Black Balsam Cream. It’s just like Baileys used to be! Before they diluted it for the U.K. market. Black Balsam itself is hardcore and for real tourists.Visited October 2019Traveled with familyWritten October 23, 2019
- MidlifeFWilmington, Delaware113 contributionsBlack Balsam heaven!Unlike for most people, I took to Black Balsam like pig to mud. It tastes wicked, medicinal for some people, but good! No trip to Riga should be made without a trip to this place. Try their chocolate with Black Balsam with a shot of Black Balsam liquor. You'll either hate it or love it!Visited July 2012Traveled as a coupleWritten August 18, 2012
- Sarah ELincoln, United Kingdom498 contributionsOlde worlde charm & magicThe black & white cocktail was delicious. A very enjoyable experience sat amongst the quirky decor. Loved it!Visited March 2020Traveled as a coupleWritten March 4, 2020
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Hayley D
United Kingdom9 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
The bar interior is gorgeous however the rest of the experience was a let down! When we entered staff were rude and dismissive. We found a seat and were told it would be 30 minutes for our cocktails, the cocktails finally came over 45 minutes later. Cocktails were one coffee based and one milk based both with the Black Riga Basalm, I get the gimmick factor with this however it just doesn't work in the cocktails - they were really gross and undrinkable. Had a couple of sips and left. Overall poor experience, would not recommend!
Written January 2, 2023
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Lisa
81 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We came across tbis awesome lookimg olace in Rifa town. This place has a very 'Harry Potter' magical feel to the place. It was such an awesome place to walk into. We walked through a secret bookcase, downstairs in to a candle lit cafe. We both had a tasty hot chocolate. We also bought some chocolates. We had a great time and would recommend a visit to this quirky, magical place.
Written February 15, 2020
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Richard J
Southampton, UK33 contributions
Oct 2021
Visited for drinks and chocolates with 5 friends.
I thought this place was very unique - we went in the afternoon and many people were having hot drinks, but we had cocktails!
The decoration and atmosphere is great.
I didn't particularly enjoy my cocktail but my friends all enjoyed theirs, I think it was more down to me.
We did enjoy the chocolates very much and went back later to purchase some of the boxes to bring home.
The staff were friendly and efficient.
Would recommend stopping in here for something a bit different.
I thought this place was very unique - we went in the afternoon and many people were having hot drinks, but we had cocktails!
The decoration and atmosphere is great.
I didn't particularly enjoy my cocktail but my friends all enjoyed theirs, I think it was more down to me.
We did enjoy the chocolates very much and went back later to purchase some of the boxes to bring home.
The staff were friendly and efficient.
Would recommend stopping in here for something a bit different.
Written October 12, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Alwayson
Aberdeen, UK150 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
One of my favourite things to do in Riga. A chance to try the Black Riga Balsam (liqueur) with the most amazing chocolate truffles in a superb atmospheric setting. I’ve been twice and will probably try to fit in a third visit before returning home. Feels at like sitting in a scene from Harry Potter!
Written September 26, 2022
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NR5
Norwich, UK24 contributions
Oct 2019 • Family
Fantastic place and great staff!
Downstairs is mind blowing! But here’s a tip: go for Black Balsam Cream. It’s just like Baileys used to be! Before they diluted it for the U.K. market. Black Balsam itself is hardcore and for real tourists.
Downstairs is mind blowing! But here’s a tip: go for Black Balsam Cream. It’s just like Baileys used to be! Before they diluted it for the U.K. market. Black Balsam itself is hardcore and for real tourists.
Written October 23, 2019
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MidlifeF
Wilmington, DE113 contributions
Jul 2012 • Couples
Unlike for most people, I took to Black Balsam like pig to mud. It tastes wicked, medicinal for some people, but good! No trip to Riga should be made without a trip to this place. Try their chocolate with Black Balsam with a shot of Black Balsam liquor. You'll either hate it or love it!
Written August 18, 2012
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Sarah E
Lincoln, UK498 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
The black & white cocktail was delicious. A very enjoyable experience sat amongst the quirky decor. Loved it!
Written March 4, 2020
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Io-Papadopoulou
Germasogeia, Cyprus39 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Very interesting concept and decoration, mystical, candle-lit, no Wifi because it’s an “18th century” place all the way. Friendly staff who speak English and delicious cakes, truffles and cookies.
Written December 28, 2019
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Blackpool, UK35 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Great place. Loved the decor and atmosphere if a little movie settish. Staff dressed as knaves and wenches and delicious Chicago hand made chocs.
Written December 8, 2019
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Patrick H
Munich, Germany174 contributions
Oct 2019 • Business
Enjoyed black magic and chocolate truffles here. The drinks were great and we had a very nice guy serving us. Highly recommended if you like to see one of the most „magic“ bars.
Written October 9, 2019
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Татьяна Г
31 contributions
Добрый день. Примерно с 20-00 до 21-00 31 декабря Вы будете работать? Хотим поужинать с детьми, тк на ночь с ними не вариант- ищем подходящее местечко. Спасибр
glittergalMidlands
Loughborough, UK1,338 contributions
any one know the opening times please ?
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- Black Magic Bar is open:
- Mon - Thu 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
- Fri - Sun 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
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