Prague
As the name implies, this is traditional French bistro food – think soups, salads and steak frites – served in a bright, upbeat setting of big wooden…
Must-see restaurants in Czech Republic
Staré Město
Operated by the Pilsner Urquell Brewery, V Kolkovně is a stylish, modern take on the traditional Prague pub, with decor by Czech designers, and fancier…
Plzeň
Don't overlook this pleasant pub-restaurant, attached to the Brewery Museum. It may look a bit touristy, but the traditional Czech food is top-rate, and…
Český Krumlov
Nothing's changed in this wood-panelled pivo (beer) parlour for almost a century. Locals and tourists pack Na Louži for huge plates of Czech staples such…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
České Budějovice
This eclectic restaurant traditionally scores high on user-generated websites, but more for the cosy atmosphere and friendly staff than the quality of the…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Prague
This small, upscale Italian restaurant feels like a find buried in a pretty residential quarter of Dejvice. The main dining room, perched romantically…
České Budějovice
Climb the stairs and follow the tempting aromas wafting from the city centre branch of České Budějovice's popular Indian restaurant. A menu of…
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…
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…
Prague
An unlikely but welcome combination: an excellent Czech microbrewery and proper Italian cooking. For beers, the wheat beer and 10° Přístavní lager are…
České Budějovice
Although the interior is lacking in historic atmosphere, the menu hasn't changed much at 'The Three Farmers' since its opening in 1897 and the traditional…
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…
Bohemia
A stunning cocktail of five-star class and cosy informality, the swish 'Golden Globe' features creaking wooden beams, crisp table linen, sparkling…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
