Must-see restaurants in Bohemia

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Slunečnice

    Plzeň

    This casual restaurant specialises in organic and healthy foods, including many vegetarian entrées such as quesadillas with spinach, veggie pastas and…

  • Promenáda

    Karlovy Vary

    The house restaurant of the Hotel Promenáda has appeared in some 'best of' lists for Czechia and is a perennial favourite on online forums. The elegant…

  • Pivnice Dačický

    Kutná Hora

    Get some froth on your moustache at this old-fashioned, wood-panelled Bohemian beer hall, where you can dine on dumplings and choose from five draught…

  • Tandoor

    Bohemia

    Tábor's highly regarded Indian restaurant offers a spicy alternative to the schnitzels and pizzas on offer at most other places in town, and also has a…

  • Němý Medvěd

    Bohemia

    What could be more convenient than this handy burger and beer bar on the town's main square? Choose from an inventive menu featuring burgers of all sizes…

  • Tandoor

    Karlovy Vary

    Occupying a well-hidden location in the courtyard of a block of flats, Tandoor turns out a winning combo of authentic Indian flavours, Gambrinus beer and…

  • Solnice

    České Budějovice

    Decent Czech cooking in a stripped-down, modern mini-brewery setting. Grab a seat at one of the communal tables and pair the traditional mains like duck…

  • Atmosféra

    Bohemia

    Probably the nicest restaurant on the town square, this place is cosy and welcoming, with old theatre posters on the wall and a menu of hearty classics…

  • Kolektiv

    Český Krumlov

    This stylish modern cafe is a good place to grab a breakfast of ham and eggs or coffee and croissants, enjoy a light lunch of homemade soup or quiche, or…

  • Kus Kus

    Karlovy Vary

    This cosy cafe-bakery serves salads, pasta and homemade desserts with an organic and vegetarian vibe. It also offers daily vegetarian lunch mains (89Kč)…

  • Rožmberská Bašta

    Bohemia

    You'll find good fish dishes at this homespun little restaurant, on a quiet side street near the main square. The speciality is grilled or fried candat …

  • Restaurace Vratislavský dům

    Bohemia

    Giant, thin-crust pizzas are the name of the game here. Enjoy your slice on the outdoor terrace in main-square splendour, or head indoors to enjoy the…

  • U Zlatého lva

    Bohemia

    From the outside, it's an ordinary looking pub serving Budweiser beer from České Budějovice, but locals know it for its excellent, Italian-inspired thin…

  • U Sňeka Pohodáře

    Kutná Hora

    This cosy local favourite is very popular for takeaway or dine-in pizza and pasta, washed down with draught Bernard beer. And no, we don’t know why it’s…

  • Cikánská Jizba

    Český Krumlov

    At the 'Gypsy Room' there's occasionally live Roma music at the weekends to go with the menu of meaty Czech favourites. Reserve a table in advance during…

  • Piazza Navona

    Kutná Hora

    Feed up on authentic thin, crispy pizza at this homey Italian cafe-bar, plastered with Ferrari flags and Inter Milan pennants. Tables spill onto the main…

  • Restaurant Goethe

    Bohemia

    An attractive traditional restaurant offering well-prepared international dishes served by waiters decked out in period-piece garb.

  • Deli 99

    Český Krumlov

    Bagels, sandwiches, good strong espresso, organic juices and wi-fi all tick the box marked 'Slightly Homesick Traveller' at this hostel deli. It's just…

  • Restaurace Atypik

    Bohemia

    Atypik by name, but rather typical by nature, this always busy place offers all the predictable local favourites, like roast pork and various schnitzels,…

  • Pizzerie Ionia

    Bohemia

    A basic, reasonably priced place that serves decent pizzas and good beer, though the rest of the menu isn't up to much. It's a welcome pit stop for lunch…

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