Must-see restaurants in Czechia

  • Cafe Sladkovský

    Prague

    Every Prague neighbourhood could use a Cafe Sladkovský. By day, a quiet spot to meditate over a meal of tapas, burgers, or falafel and hummus; by night,…

  • U Mě Dobrý

    Prague

    This popular neighbourhood pub and beer garden has a welcoming atmosphere and very good Svijany on tap for a bargain 36Kč. The menu includes many simple,…

  • Mr Hot Dog

    Prague

    This fast-food restaurant is a cult favourite for its gourmet hot dogs, but the sliders (mini hamburgers) and cheese fries hit the spot, too. Chow down…

  • Home Kitchen

    Staré Město

    Chunky timber tables, bare brick and industrial light fittings set the scene around the central open kitchen here, where the conceit is that there is no…

  • Koishi

    Brno

    Sushi master Noritada Saito and head chef Martin Babica have combined forces to bring one of the country's top restaurants to Brno. Sushi is the highlight…

  • Dhaba Beas

    Prague

    Dhaba Beas vegetarian self-service restaurants have been around in obscure parts of Prague for years, but this new, clean-cut version within the Lucerna…

  • La Casa Navarra

    Moravia

    La Casa Navarra is well known locally for homemade gnocchi (usually served with cheese), but the pastas, grilled meats and steaks are also very good. The…

  • George Prime Steak

    Staré Město

    The 100% Black Angus USDA Prime Beef imported from the American Midwest is the name of the game here. Aged for at least 30 days, Prague's priciest cuts of…

  • La Bottega Bistroteka

    Staré Město

    You'll find smart and snappy service at this stylish deli-cum-bistro, where the menu makes the most of all that delicious Italian produce artfully…

  • Vinohradský Parlament

    Prague

    This clean, bright pub features both a handsome early-modern, art-nouveau interior and a daring, inventive cooking staff who are willing to look beyond…

  • Charleston

    Karlovy Vary

    Karlovy Vary, alas, is not a food paradise, but this 1920s-themed restaurant in the modern town is one of the best of the lot. In addition to stalwarts…

  • Švejk Restaurant Telč

    Moravia

    Classic Czech cooking in a pub-like setting next to the castle. The names of menu items, unsurprisingly, are taken from the classic WWI anti-war book, The…

  • Diana Restaurant

    Karlovy Vary

    This rustic hunting lodge is a wonderful choice for lunch if you're hiking up on the hill. The menu is strong on Czech classics like pork and chicken,…

  • Bistro Sisters

    Prague

    Open sandwiches (chlebíčky) are a Czech speciality, often consumed on special occasions such as New Year's Eve and name days. You can try them any time at…

  • Wabi Sabi

    Prague

    This is one of the best sushi places in Prague. It occupies a smart 1930s functionalist building, and the open interior is a blend of contemporary…

  • Da Emanuel

    Prague

    This small, upscale Italian restaurant feels like a find buried in a pretty residential quarter of Dejvice. The main dining room, perched romantically…

  • U Dwau Maryí

    Český Krumlov

    The 'Two Marys' medieval tavern recreates old Bohemian recipes and presents an opportunity to try dishes made with buckwheat and millet (all tastier than…

  • Taverna di Bacco

    Staré Město

    This Italian wine shop and delicatessen doubles as a restaurant, with a menu that makes the most of all those imported goodies – bresaola with smoked…

  • Pivovar Marina

    Prague

    An unlikely but welcome combination: an excellent Czech microbrewery and proper Italian cooking. For beers, the wheat beer and 10° Přístavní lager are…

  • Argument

    Prague

    Upscale dining in Bubeneč that perennially gets mentioned alongside the city's best restaurants, with a strong suit being steaks and fresh seafood. There…

  • U Zlaté Koule

    Bohemia

    A stunning cocktail of five-star class and cosy informality, the swish 'Golden Globe' features creaking wooden beams, crisp table linen, sparkling…

  • Na Urale

    Prague

    Na Urale has greatly cleaned up its act in recent years, adding beautiful crimson walls and stone-tile floors, to spruce up what had been an ordinary pub…

  • Hospoda U Švejka

    Karlovy Vary

    Located right in the heart of the spa centre, this is a great choice for lunch or dinner. Though the presentation borders on kitsch, the food is actually…

  • Pho Viet

    Staré Město

    Tucked away in the far corner of a shopping arcade, this unassuming little place serves up fresh nem tuoi (prawn rolls) and aromatic pho (beef and noodle…

  • Groll Pivovar

    Plzeň

    If you've come to Plzeň on a beer pilgrimage, then another essential port of call is a beer garden lunch at this spiffy microbrewery. Meals include well…

  • Indian and Nepalese Restaurant Om

    Moravia

    Znojmo's little Indian restaurant is one of the best places to eat in town, given the lack of competition. Don't expect cutting-edge cooking, but rather…

  • Bagel Lounge

    Karlovy Vary

    Ideal spot for a quick breakfast, a lunch of soup and sandwich, or simply a coffee or cold drink. The terrace is great for people-watching, and the 1950s…

  • Na Věčnosti

    Moravia

    A decent vegetarian restaurant with a couple of fish dishes on the menu. Mains such as Thai noodles and dhal (spiced lentils) are well above average for…

  • Laibon

    Český Krumlov

    One of the town’s rare meat-free zones, this snug veggie oasis offers great hummus, couscous, curry and pasta dishes, and local specialities such as…

  • Špaliček

    Brno

    Brno's oldest (and maybe its 'meatiest') restaurant sits on the edge of the Cabbage Market. Ignore the irony and dig into huge Moravian meals, partnered…

  • Bellevue

    Staré Město

    One for a special occasion, Bellevue (as the name suggests) wows diners with views of the Vltava panorama as well as with its expertly prepared gourmet…

  • Annapurna

    Brno

    The weekday lunch specials (110Kč for soup, main, rice and salad) are absolutely mobbed at this cramped space not far from the train station. People come…

  • U Mansfelda

    Plzeň

    Sure, it's a pub – remember you're in Plzeň now – but it's also more refined and has more interesting food than many other places. Try Czech cuisine such…

  • The Tavern

    Prague

    This cosy sit-down burger joint is the dream of a husband-and-wife team of American expats who wanted to create the perfect burger using organic products…

  • Moritz

    Olomouc

    This microbrewery and restaurant is a local favourite. We reckon it's a combination of the terrific beers and good-value food. In summer the beer garden's…

  • Rybí Restaurace U Pidlý

    Bohemia

    This is arguably the best traditional fish restaurant in town, with a menu of freshwater fish ranging from carp and trout to eel and pike-perch. Try the…

  • KUK Bistro

    Moravia

    This centrally located bistro specialises in tapas-sized dishes, small plates of cheeses, smoked meats and hummus, that are meant to be enjoyed beside…

  • U Císaře

    Bohemia

    Hugely popular with locals, this restaurant has a laid-back atmosphere, a summer garden out the back, and a menu that combines classic Czech cuisine with…

  • Jam and Co.

    Prague

    Jam and Co. combines Asian cuisine with European flavours, focusing on cooking with fresh ingredients. White-brick walls and clean design give a spacious…

  • Levitate Restaurant

    Prague

    One of Prague's hidden food experiences, this restaurant combines Asian gastronomy with Nordic flavours, using many local ingredients. A calm oasis near…

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