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Traditional Fare
Hostinec U Rotundy | Menu | Location
Tucked near the river, this no-frills pub offers hearty Czech dishes in an old-school setting. Beloved by locals for its authenticity and affordable prices.
Tucked near the river, this no-frills pub offers hearty Czech dishes in an old-school setting. Beloved by locals for its authenticity and affordable prices.
U Bulínů | Menu | Location
Family-run with rustic charm, this cozy spot is known for generous portions and balanced flavors. A local favorite, reserve ahead for dinner.
Family-run with rustic charm, this cozy spot is known for generous portions and balanced flavors. A local favorite, reserve ahead for dinner.
Pivovar Bašta (U Bansethů) | Menu | Location
Split between a taproom and Pilsner pub, this spot serves rich Czech fare under the Nusle Bridge. The duck is a standout, and the atmosphere is pure neighborhood beer hall.
U Veverky | Menu | Location
Known as “The Squirrel,” this residential pub is a local institution. Expect traditional fare, fresh Pilsner from the tank, and a lively crowd, especially before Sparta Prague games.
U Kroka | Menu | Location
Near the Vyšehrad fort, this small family-run restaurant serves elevated home-style Czech food at great value. Cozy and popular, book ahead for dinner.
Quick Bites
Havelská Koruna | Menu | Location
Grab a tray and join locals for home-style guláš, svíčková, and more at this self-service spot. No frills, cheap prices, and an authentic lunch experience. (Cash only)
Grab a tray and join locals for home-style guláš, svíčková, and more at this self-service spot. No frills, cheap prices, and an authentic lunch experience. (Cash only)
Jídelna Světozor | Menu | Location
Step back in time at this retro cafeteria tucked in the Světozor Passage. It’s a nostalgic lunch stop with classic Czech comfort food and a touch of Communist-era charm.
Step back in time at this retro cafeteria tucked in the Světozor Passage. It’s a nostalgic lunch stop with classic Czech comfort food and a touch of Communist-era charm.
Sisters Bistro v Dlouhé | Menu | Location
This stylish bistro reinvents the Czech chlebíček with toppings like smoked salmon or beet and goat cheese. A light, creative, and affordable snack between sights.
This stylish bistro reinvents the Czech chlebíček with toppings like smoked salmon or beet and goat cheese. A light, creative, and affordable snack between sights.
Naše maso | Menu | Location
A butcher shop meets bistro, known for juicy burgers and meatloaf served straight from the counter. Popular with locals for a quick, top-quality bite. Expect to stand and eat.
A butcher shop meets bistro, known for juicy burgers and meatloaf served straight from the counter. Popular with locals for a quick, top-quality bite. Expect to stand and eat.
Pho Vietnam Tuan & Lan | Menu | Location
Cult-favorite Vietnamese joint offering bold flavors at budget prices. Nothing fancy—just big bowls of pho, grilled pork noodles, and lines of loyal locals at lunch.
Cult-favorite Vietnamese joint offering bold flavors at budget prices. Nothing fancy—just big bowls of pho, grilled pork noodles, and lines of loyal locals at lunch.
Cafés
Malby’s Café | Instagram | Location
Hidden beneath Vyšehrad Castle, this colorful Cuban café is a tropical escape in Prague. With Latin music, warm hospitality, and sweet rum drinks, it’s perfect for a relaxed mid-morning or evening break.
Hidden beneath Vyšehrad Castle, this colorful Cuban café is a tropical escape in Prague. With Latin music, warm hospitality, and sweet rum drinks, it’s perfect for a relaxed mid-morning or evening break.
kaš-mi-daš | Instagram | Location
A hybrid café and stationery boutique, this Letná hideaway combines excellent coffee with creative inspiration. A haven for journaling, sketching, or simply soaking up its artsy, welcoming vibe.
Café Letka | Instagram | Location
Set in a dreamy, shabby-chic space near Letenské Square, this boho café offers espresso, lemonades, and light bites with vintage decor and a relaxed local crowd.
Stanice 6 | Instagram | Location
A café inside a restored train station, complete with vintage charm and leafy outdoor seating. Sip your cappuccino on the platform and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of trains in this quiet embassy quarter gem.
A café inside a restored train station, complete with vintage charm and leafy outdoor seating. Sip your cappuccino on the platform and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of trains in this quiet embassy quarter gem.
Sweets
Cukrář Skála | Menu | Location
One of Prague’s top sweet spots. Skála’s pistachio ice cream is legendary.
One of Prague’s top sweet spots. Skála’s pistachio ice cream is legendary.
Crème de la Crème | Menu | Location
The other of Prague’s top sweet spots. Crème de la Crème serves artisanal scoops that rival any in Europe.
The other of Prague’s top sweet spots. Crème de la Crème serves artisanal scoops that rival any in Europe.
Scenic Drinks
Letná Beer Garden | Location
Beneath chestnut trees with sweeping views of Old Town and the Vltava, this laid-back beer garden is a local favorite. Grab a drink, snag a picnic table, and soak in the sunset.
Beneath chestnut trees with sweeping views of Old Town and the Vltava, this laid-back beer garden is a local favorite. Grab a drink, snag a picnic table, and soak in the sunset.
Náplavka Riverbank Location
On summer evenings, this riverside strip comes alive with DJs, food stalls, and locals sipping drinks on the embankment wall. Enjoy views of the water and Prague Castle from a floating bar or riverbank perch.
On summer evenings, this riverside strip comes alive with DJs, food stalls, and locals sipping drinks on the embankment wall. Enjoy views of the water and Prague Castle from a floating bar or riverbank perch.
Hospůdka Na Hradbách (Vyšehrad Beer Garden) | Location
Tucked atop the medieval walls of Vyšehrad, this relaxed beer garden has panoramic views over Nusle Bridge and the city’s rooftops. Quiet and perfect post-sightseeing.
Tucked atop the medieval walls of Vyšehrad, this relaxed beer garden has panoramic views over Nusle Bridge and the city’s rooftops. Quiet and perfect post-sightseeing.
Střelecký Ostrov Stage Bar | Location
This leafy island bar offers front-row views of Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. Peaceful by day, lively with music by night, it’s a magical sunset spot right on the river.
This leafy island bar offers front-row views of Charles Bridge and Prague Castle. Peaceful by day, lively with music by night, it’s a magical sunset spot right on the river.
Lucerna Rooftop | Rooftop Opening Info | Location
Above Lucerna Palace, this quirky rooftop terrace is only open on select nights, so check ahead. It’s perfect for golden-hour drinks amid lights and music.
Above Lucerna Palace, this quirky rooftop terrace is only open on select nights, so check ahead. It’s perfect for golden-hour drinks amid lights and music.
Casual Fine Dining
Výčep | Menu | Location
A Czech gastropub with a Michelin nod, Výčep offers inventive, house-made dishes in a stylish setting. Great for date nights, with Moravian wines and a cozy vibe just off the tourist path. Reserve ahead.
A Czech gastropub with a Michelin nod, Výčep offers inventive, house-made dishes in a stylish setting. Great for date nights, with Moravian wines and a cozy vibe just off the tourist path. Reserve ahead.
Eska Karlin | Menu | Location
In a sleek industrial space, Eska blends creativity with comfort. Expect farm-to-table and standout baking in Prague’s coolest foodie enclave. High-end feel with reasonable prices.
In a sleek industrial space, Eska blends creativity with comfort. Expect farm-to-table and standout baking in Prague’s coolest foodie enclave. High-end feel with reasonable prices.
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