monai

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

It is one of the brightest tables in Klaipėda, and for good reason. Monai is a restaurant where modern cooking, anchored in seasonality and respect for local ingredients, meets real creativity. The kitchen is led by chef Gražvydas Tamkevičius, while founder Vytautas Samavičius oversees a space that feels both refined and genuinely welcoming.

For two consecutive years, Monai has been included in the Michelin Guide – a recommendation that speaks to the consistency and ambition of this team. At its core is an à la carte menu that changes with the seasons. On any given evening, you might find oysters alongside a seabass tartare with fresh cucumbers, or wontons filled with shrimp in a red curry sauce with crispy seaweed. There are dishes like venison tartare with truffle sauce, duck breast with a vegetable spring roll, and pike perch with zucchini roll and shrimp sauce. The list is long, but each plate shows a kitchen that balances technique with bold flavour.

Beyond the à la carte, Monai offers a weekday lunch menu that changes daily, served from Tuesday to Friday, and a separate brunch menu on weekends – designed for a slower, more relaxed morning. The desserts and bread are made in-house by the team.

A private dining room is available for intimate celebrations or business dinners. The space reflects the same understated elegance that runs through the whole restaurant.

Monai is located on Liepų Street in the heart of Klaipėda. It is open Tuesday through Saturday, with brunch on Sunday. Reservations are recommended.