Eat · Old Town: Town Hall Square, Gates of Dawn & Halės
Lokys (Lithuanian and game restaurant)
A cellar restaurant in the Old Town serving Lithuanian classics and game; book for dinner, go for lunch for a quieter table, and order cepelinai or wild boar.
- Lithuanian classics
- Game dishes
- Book for dinner
- Order: Game and Lithuanian classics
- Table seating
- Walk-in window: 12:00–14:00
- Queue risk: 18:00–19:30
- Menu with prices on Voykit
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Rules in force · 11Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Treat the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian borders with R…Old Town streets are cobbled and uneven, and snow or ice …
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Baltic states ↗Treat the Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian borders with Russia and Belarus as closed to your plans: crossings are restricted, change within hours, and sit under advisories on the far side.
- Baltic states ↗Book open-jaw flights (into Tallinn or Vilnius, out of the other) so the line runs one way; Riga is the biggest airport if you need a single hub.
- Baltic states ↗Midsummer (23–24 June) is the biggest holiday in all three countries: cities empty, many businesses close and island and coast transport sells out.
- Lithuania ↗Lithuania is in the EU and the Schengen area; the EU Entry/Exit System applies to non-EU visitors. Check the official EU and Lithuanian sources for your passport.
- Lithuania ↗Borders with Belarus and the Russian Kaliningrad region are not routes for casual travel; check your government's advice first.
- Lithuania ↗The Curonian Spit is a protected national park: cars pay an entry fee, and the Russian half of the spit is a separate border.
- Vilnius and the east ↗Dec–Feb is cold and dark in Vilnius and Trakai: plan outdoor sights for 10:00 to 15:00.
- Vilnius ↗Old Town streets are cobbled and uneven, and snow or ice makes them slower: large suitcases go from the taxi to the door, never on a walk.
- Vilnius ↗December and January have about seven hours of daylight: plan outdoor sights for 10:00 to 15:00.
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Map & directions
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Plan
Open now, when you can walk in, what to order
Go now?
Open?
Lunch and dinner; check the day
Busy this hour
Estimate by hour below
Easiest walk-in
12:00–14:00
Reservations
Walk-in, no reservation
Paying
Cards taken
Per person
€20–35 (≈ US$25–45)2026 estimate · check
Walk-in windows
Tip
Format
A walk-in lunch is only planned as primary when your arrival lands outside the “impossible” window.
Your first order
- CepelinaicepelinaiA national dish.€10–14≈ US$12–17
- Fried rye bread with garlickepta duonaA beer snack.€5–7≈ US$6–9
Menus and prices change; the board on the day wins.
Not checked in the last 12 months (no check date on file).
On the ground
How to order, tip and pay, allergies, and booking
How to order
- Book a table for dinner; ask for a table away from the door.
- Ask what game is on today and how it is cooked.
Tipping
Sit-down restaurants: about 10%, less than the 15–20% US norm.
Allergies and diets
- AskVegetarian · Potato pancakes and salads; check for bacon. · say: “Aš esu vegetaras.”
- NoVegan · Very limited. · say: “Aš esu veganas.”
- AskHalal · Pork is common; ask. · say: “Aš nevalgau kiaulienos.”
- AskGluten-free · Ask about dumplings and bread.
- AskNut allergy · Ask ahead.
- Not on fileAllergy · Show a written card in Lithuanian or English; kitchens are used to allergy notes. · say: “Esu alergiškas ___.”
Paying
Cards taken
- Ask for the bill at the table; tip about 5–10% if service is not included.
- Service may be added; check the bill; tip 5–10% if not.
- Cards accepted; keep a few euros for a tip.
Booking
- Booking
- Walk-in, no reservation
- Reservations
- Taken
- Note
- Book for dinner and weekends (check the current method).
Not checked in the last 12 months (no check date on file).
Map and nearby
Where this place is, how to get there, and what is around it
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How to order here, in full
How to order here
The order of play at the counter or table, what to say, how much to order and how to pay.
- 1Book a table for dinner; ask for a table away from the door.
- 2Ask what game is on today and how it is cooked.
No shared language? Tap dishes in the order builder below and show the waiter the full-screen list in the local script. For a printed menu, translate a photo of it.
What to say
| In English | Say or show | Sounds like |
|---|---|---|
| The bill, please | Sąskaitą, prašau | SAHS-kai-tah, prah-SHOW |
| Hello | Labas | LAH-bahs |
| Goodbye | Viso gero | VEE-soh GEH-roh |
| Thank you | Ačiū | AH-choo |
Portions and sharing
- Order a starter to share and a main each.
Extras, condiments and what costs extra
- Bread and sauces: Extra on the bill — Ask if they are free.
- Game by weight: Priced per 100 g — Ask for the total price before ordering.
Paying and tipping
Sit-down restaurants: about 10%, less than the 15–20% US norm.
- Ask for the bill at the table; tip about 5–10% if service is not included.
- Service may be added; check the bill; tip 5–10% if not.
- Cards accepted; keep a few euros for a tip.
- Tipping: Round up or leave 5–10% in sit-down restaurants if service is not on the bill; not expected for a beer.
- Check whether service is already on the bill; if it is, no extra tip is needed.
At the table
- Look for a busy canteen or café with a short menu; a long list of every dish is a sign of a tourist kitchen.
- Book dinner on Friday and Saturday; the kitchen often closes around 22:00 on weekdays.Book dinner on Friday and Saturday; the kitchen often closes around 10:00 PM on weekdays.
- Vegetarian options are growing but meat and sour cream are everywhere: ask.
Price and paying
- Typical spend
- €20–35 (≈ US$25–45) per person for a main and a drink
Paying, diet and allergies
Paying
Accepted.
Most cards.
Contactless works.
Diet and allergies
Yes means there is something for you; ask means possible with care; no means go elsewhere.
- Vegetarianask
Potato pancakes and salads; check for bacon.
Show: Aš esu vegetaras.
- Veganno
Very limited.
Show: Aš esu veganas.
- Halalask
Pork is common; ask.
Show: Aš nevalgau kiaulienos.
- Gluten-freeask
Ask about dumplings and bread.
- Nut allergyask
Ask ahead.
- Allergynot on file
Show a written card in Lithuanian or English; kitchens are used to allergy notes.
Show: Esu alergiškas ___.
What is in the dishes
- Fried rye bread with garlickepta duonawheat
- Potato pancakesbulviniai blynaiwheat
Read from the menu names and notes; recipes vary and cross-contact is not tested. Check with the kitchen.
Who it suits, booking and the kitchen
Who it suits, booking, closures
- How to book
- Book by phone or online (check).
- How far ahead
- A day or two for weekends
- No-show / cancel fee
- A card may be taken; check the policy
- Dress code
- Smart-casual.
| When | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Late evening | check before you go | Kitchen closes about 22:00.Kitchen closes about 10:00 PM. |
| Public holidays | check before you go | Check. |
| Monday lunch | check before you go | May be closed. |
Show the kitchen
Tap a need to get a large screen you can hold up to staff. The wording is the guide’s; a helper who reads the language should confirm it if your allergy is serious.
Hour by hour, with queue times
Quietest listed hour: 15:00 (quiet).
- 12:00busya short wait is possibleEasy lunch
- 13:00busya short wait is possible
- 14:00lightlittle or no wait
- 15:00quietlittle or no wait
- 18:00busya short wait is possible
- 19:00heavyexpect a line
- 20:00packedexpect a long lineBook ahead
- 21:00heavyexpect a line
- 22:00lightlittle or no wait
Desk estimate of crowd on a weekday; weekends and cruise or festival days run one level higher. Not live data. No line length is on file, so waits are in words.
Comfort, facts and cons
Hygiene and comfort
- Restrooms
- Restroom on site · accessible restroom: check
- Seating
- Chairs at tables
- Kids
- kids' menu: ask · stroller: poor · Simple dishes for children
- Access
- step-free: no · Cellar steps; call ahead (check)
Hygiene
- A busy kitchen with hot dishes.
- Ask about game freshness in summer.
- Water is served on request.
Facts
- Reservations
- Taken — Book for dinner and weekends (check the current method).
- Capabilities
- food · seated_rest · toilet
- Getting there
- Stiklių street, in the Old Town · ~4 min walk
Cons
- Menu is meat-heavy.
- Tourist prices for the setting.
- A service charge may be added (check).
Dish glossary
| On the menu | What it is | Order it how |
|---|---|---|
| Cepelinai | Potato dumplings stuffed with meat. | Ask for them with sour cream and bacon sauce. |
| Šaltibarščiai | Cold beet soup. | Ask for a bowl. |
| Kepta duona | Fried rye bread with garlic. | Order it with a beer. |
| Šernienos troškinys | Wild boar stew. | Ask if it is on the menu. |
| Alus | Beer. | Ask for a local beer. |
Price check
- locals pay
- A main course is roughly €12–20 (≈ US$14–25) at ordinary restaurants (2026 estimate).
- tourist price
- Old Town cellar restaurants charge €16–28 (≈ US$19–35) for the same dishes.
- rule
- Service may be added; check the bill; tip 5–10% if not.
| Extra on the table | Typical charge | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Bread and sauces | Extra on the bill | Ask if they are free. |
| Game by weight | Priced per 100 g | Ask for the total price before ordering. |
Deep dive
Questions, alternatives, and where our facts come from
Questions and answers
Questions and answers
Is Lokys touristy?
It is popular with visitors; lunch is calmer than dinner.
Checked 2026-09-29 · Voykit desk
Do I need to book?
For dinner yes; lunch usually works walk-in.
What should I order?
Cepelinai or a game dish, and fried rye bread.
Is it good for vegetarians?
Limited: potato pancakes and salads.
Is it expensive?
Mid-range: about €20–35 (≈ US$25–45) per person.
Where is it?
On Stiklių street in the Old Town (check the exact address).
If it is closed or full
Nearby alternatives
If it is closed or the line is too long
- Old Town craft-beer taproom6 min walkA craft beer after dinner.
- Halės Market Hall8 min walkA market lunch.
- Bernelių užeiga (traditional Lithuanian inn)6 min walkA traditional Lithuanian inn near the Bernardine church: cepelinai, cold beet soup and fried bread with local beer; go for lunch and expect a wait at 13:00 in summer.A traditional Lithuanian inn near the Bernardine church: cepelinai, cold beet soup and fried bread with local beer; go for lunch and expect a wait at 1:00 PM in summer.
- Old Town self-service Lithuanian cafeteria6 min walkA self-service canteen in the Old Town for a cheap Lithuanian lunch: point at cepelinai, soup or cutlets, and pay at the till; go at 12:00 and confirm which canteen is open.A self-service canteen in the Old Town for a cheap Lithuanian lunch: point at cepelinai, soup or cutlets, and pay at the till; go at 12:00 PM and confirm which canteen is open.
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Sources
- secondaryWikivoyage — Vilnius (eat)
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