11 Best Restaurants in Prague

After long walks to visit all of Prague's must-see attractions, it's time to recharge your batteries. Whether in the Old Town, the Jewish quarter or the castle area, the Czech capital offers a wide range of restaurants where you can enjoy dishes such as knuckle of pork or goulash, always accompanied by a local beer.

Being such a touristy city, Prague is not free from what are popularly known as "tourist traps". That's why it's important to know the names of some restaurants and their locations beforehand so that your meal doesn't turn out to be a disappointment. In this list I have prioritised those places that offer good value for money, but without neglecting some luxury to celebrate the trip.

Its privileged location, between Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square, on the central Maiselova Street, makes U Pivrnce one of the best options for lunch or dinner after a day of sightseeing in the area.

This restaurant is also considered one of the best value-for-money restaurants in the centre of Prague. The menu features traditional dishes that you can eat in Prague, such as goulash or veal stew with spices, and of course the famous Pilsen beer. Their dark beer is also worth a try.

Interesting details

• Where: Maiselova 60/3
• Average price per person: between 14 and 20 €
• Opening hours: Monday to Friday the opening hours are from 11:30 to 23:00, while Saturday and Sunday they open at 12:00 and close at 23:00.
• Recommended dish: Among all the appetising dishes they serve, I would go for the svícková, a beef tenderloin with vegetable and cream sauce seasoned with various spices.
• Recommended if... you want to dine well in a very pleasant place.

Krčma, which looks like a medieval tavern, is one of the most recommended places to relax for a while and eat traditional dishes while strolling through the Jewish quarter.

To recharge your batteries, Krčma offers a fairly extensive menu at very interesting prices. However, as in other restaurants in Prague, you should be careful with the quantities, as many of the dishes can easily be enough for two people. One example is the knuckle of knuckle weighing over a kilo served in this tavern.

Interesting details

• Where: Kostecna 925/4 .
• Average price per person: between 8 and 15 €.
• Opening hours: 11:00 to 23:00 every day of the week.
• Recommended dish: The combination of knuckle of pork with dark beer leaves no one indifferent.
• Recommended if... you want to feel like an inhabitant of Prague during the Middle Ages.

Very close to the original Dancing House, the location of the U Matejicku combines the advantages of not being right in the middle of the tourist centre but only a few minutes away from it. It is, therefore, a perfect place if you don't mind a little detour from the old town for a great meal at a great price.

In general, the menu consists of various dishes of homemade Czech food, such as schnitzel or their fabulous sausages, all accompanied by craft beer. The staff is also very friendly and helpful, and always ready to help with any questions you may have.

Details of interest

• Where: Naplavni 2011/5.
• Average price per person: between 8 and 12 €
• Opening hours: from 11:00 to 23:00.
• Recommended dish: The beer sausages are unbeatable.
• Recommended if... you like to eat traditional dishes in a local atmosphere.

The Nase Maso is a different kind of place for lovers of good meat. In fact, it is a butcher's shop that serves its customers dishes prepared with its products quickly and directly.

Due to its location in the heart of the Jewish quarter, very close to the so-called Spanish Synagogue, this place is ideal for those who have chosen one of the tours of the Jewish quarter offered in the city or for those who are visiting the area on their own.

The best thing about this place is undoubtedly the quality of the meat they serve, whether in the form of burgers, sausages or even a spectacular steak tartar. In that sense, few restaurants in the city can compete with such quality.

The main problem with this place is the limited space if you want to eat inside. There are only four or five small tables to sit at, and at peak times it's often difficult to find a free table.

Interesting details

• Where: Dlouha 39.
• Average price per person: can easily reach 20 €
• Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, between 08:30 and 22:00. Closed on Sundays.
• Recommended dish: for my taste, their steak tartar, but any burger will convince you.
• Recommended if... you love meat and want to try the best.

U Tri jelinku is not only known for its good food, but also for its location. Anyone who has researched what to see in Prague's castle quarter will have discovered the existence of several really striking streets. Among them is Nerudova Street, where this restaurant is located.

A stop at U Tri jelinku will make the tour even more unforgettable. To begin with, the atmosphere is very pleasant and, most importantly, the food is of very good quality.

The soups on their menu are outstanding, although their goulash, knuckle and duck are not far behind. The service is equally excellent, especially the friendliness of the waiters.

Interesting details

• Where: Nerudova 206/4.
• Average price per person: between 10 and 15 € per person.
• Opening hours: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
• Recommended dish: Pumpkin soup or onion soup are perfect for a cold day
• Recommended if... you are visiting the castle quarter and are looking for a restaurant that completes the charm of the place.

If you've been on a tour of the city, you're sure to have passed through Wenceslas Square. Very close by, just a few metres from the market on Havelská Street, you will find this self-service restaurant serving traditional Czech food.

When you enter, you will be given a piece of paper with which you must go to the counter to take your tray and choose your food, pointing it out to the person who is serving it. In the meantime, they will mark your order on the paper. When you have it, all you have to do is sit down to enjoy it and pay on the way out.

My advice is to take a look at the menu in English in the window before you go in. Generally speaking, you can choose from various types of soup, chicken, fish and breaded meat.

Details of interest

• Where: Havelska 502/21.
• Average price per person: between €10 and €15.
• Opening hours: daily from 10:00 to 20:00.
• Recommended dish: the goulash is very tasty, although you should not miss the fruit-filled dumplings with yoghurt that they serve for dessert.
• Recommended if... you want to get to know a type of restaurant typical of the communist era in Eastern Europe.

If you are staying in Prague for 5 days, you might want to leave Czech food (which is tasty but quite hard on the stomach) to one side and try something different. Luckily, in the country's capital you'll find a small place that serves some of the best pizza you'll ever find.

Johnny Pizza is located outside the historic centre, but it's easy to get there on foot. It's easy to spot, just look for a queue of people waiting to order.

In the restaurant you can choose between two sizes (30 or 50 cm) of pizza, which is notable for its thin crust and the fact that it is cooked to order. The only problem is that there are only 3 small tables, so it is very difficult to eat in the restaurant. If your hotel is nearby, you can order it to take away and enjoy it while you rest.

Interesting details

• Where: Koubkova 685/16.
• Average price per person: between 5 and 7 €.
• Opening hours: 11:00 to 21:00.
• Recommended dish: The Four Seasons is perfect, although if you want to personalise your pizza you can opt for the Exlusive, which allows you to choose 5 toppings.
• Recommended if... you want to take a break from local food and try some great pizzas.

Either of Ferdinanda 's two locations in the city are perfect for some of the best food in town. However, I recommend that you be careful when ordering, as the portions are very generous and it's easy to overindulge. Another point in their favour is that they both have menus in Spanish.

The first of the two restaurants is located in the lively Mala Strana district. This location makes it a great place to eat after a tour of Prague Castle, although the area around the restaurant itself is worth spending some time in.

The second restaurant is in a strategic location: in the vicinity of the central train station. If you've read my article on the best excursions around Prague, you'll have seen that the train is usually the best alternative if you want to go on your own, so this place could be a good choice for you.

Interesting details

• Where: one is at Karmelitská 18 and the second at Politických vězňů 19.
• Average price per person: around 10 €
• Opening hours: opens at 11:00 in the morning and closes at 23:00.
• Recommended dish: The most traditional dish is the knuckle of knuckle, which is really delicious.
• Recommended if... you are looking for quality Czech food for lunch or dinner in a great location for your visit

Traditional Czech food does not have many options for vegetarians. However, there are a few restaurants in Prague that specialise in vegetarian food. One of them is the Loving Hut Koubkova.

This restaurant is located in one of the most touristy areas of the city, on Londynska Street. Their offer is not limited to lunch and dinner, but they are also open in the morning to serve good buffet breakfasts.

One aspect to bear in mind is that it is a self-service restaurant. You choose your food at the counter and pay according to weight. Please note that they do not allow card payments.

Interesting details

• Where: Londynska 216/35.
• Average price per person: around €7-8.
• Opening hours: daily from 11:00 to 22:00.
• Recommended dish: any of the varieties of vegan burgers.
• Recommended if... you are vegetarian or simply want to give up meat for a day.

Prague, as you can read in this article about the best views of the city, offers several breathtaking panoramas. If you want to enjoy one of them while you dine, the Mlynec restaurant is the best choice.

If you manage to book a table in the right area you will be able to enjoy excellent views of the Charles Bridge and, if it is at night, appreciate its illumination under the stars.

On the other hand, the restaurant has a price range well above the Prague average, but it is worth it to indulge yourself during your trip. The service, as befits its category, is great and the menu combines traditional dishes with more creative additions.

Interesting details

• Where: Novotného lávka 9,.
• Average price per person: between €30 and €70.
• Opening hours: 11.30 am to 3 pm and 5 pm to 10 pm.
• Recommended dish: according to the restaurant itself, its schnitzel is the best in the city.
• Recommended if... you want to treat yourself to a little luxury during your visit to the city. .

Finally, if you're not too keen on trying new things and prefer to stick to a hamburger, sandwich or macaroni menu, make a reservation for the Hard Rock Cafe in Prague. With this menu of two or three delicious American dishes, you and your children will have a guaranteed lunch or dinner without too many surprises - and surrounded by rock legends!