Prague
This fairly recent addition to Prague's cafe scene instantly became popular, mainly thanks to its outdoor seating on large wooden steps. Hidden away in a…
Must-see nightlife in Czech Republic
Prague
The ‘Whale’ is a long-established arty cafe-bar – usually quiet enough to have a real conversation – with vegetarian-friendly snacks, a smoky back room…
Staré Město
This welcoming wine bar is a great place to try out wines from the Czech Republic and around the world – there's no wine list, just tell the staff what…
Prague
Beer geeks will feel right at home at this small pub. Dno pytle keeps its taps fresh with a changing assortment of Czech and Bavarian craft beer. The…
Prague
Arguably Smíchov's most upscale watering hole, this classy cocktail bar, with a subdued interior of dark woods and black leather, draws an after-work…
Moravia
This cozy, inviting corner cafe, just near the main entrance to the Archbishop's Chateau, offers a welcome retreat after scrambling up the chateau tower…
Bohemia
One of those tough-to-pigeonhole places, this is a popular cafe most of the day, but transforms into a lively bar at night. We like it because they also…
Staré Město
This laid-back cafe doubles as an art gallery and event venue (talks, live music, lectures), and is hugely popular with students from Charles University…
Český Krumlov
A lovely cafe housed in the Egon Schiele art gallery, with ancient oak floorboards, mismatched furniture and a grand piano with sawn-off legs serving as a…
Prague
This retro-styled place has bentwood chairs and curved wooden benches in the dimly lit front room (there’s another room beyond the bar), with exhibitions…
Prague
This classy bar, restaurant and nightspot is not far from the Staropramen Brewery and is a great choice if you’re staying in the area and don’t want to go…
Prague
If you're seeking good cocktails and a low-key, unpretentious vibe, Bonvivant's is the right choice. If you're bar-hopping around Vinohrady, it's a good…
Staré Město
Big, busy beer hall that's all stained glass, tightly packed tables, wood panelling and dried hops and serving Kozel and Gambrinus lagers. It's crowded…
Prague
In this dark, moody cafe on the outskirts of Stromovka park, ambient electronic music and strong coffee fuels hipsters tinkering on laptops. Luft also…
Prague
This relaxed beer garden and cafe is the perfect place to cool off under the trees. You’ll find it just on the edge of the sculpture garden, south of the…
Staré Město
The spectacular cafe in Prague’s opulent Municipal House offers the opportunity to sip your cappuccino amid an orgy of art-nouveau splendour. In addition…
České Budějovice
By day Modrý Dveře is a welcoming bar-restaurant with very good Pilsner Urquell on tap, decent Czech food and a lively local vibe. The bar also hosts…
Moravia
Stylish wine and coffee bar, with a nice selection of wines from the Znojmo wine-growing region. To pair with the wines, there's plenty of cheeses,…
Prague
This old-school Czech pub, with all its wooden accents and vintage posters, is a real time warp. The secret behind its long-standing success with the…
České Budějovice
The kind of breezy, busy cafe that every big town needs, right on the main square next to the Municipal Information Centre. Run in for a quick coffee,…
Staré Město
A rare Old Town pivnice (small beer hall) that doesn’t actively woo tourists, but gets them regardless. Descend to the downstairs bar, often filled with…
Prague
A popular cafe with a nice back patio and waterfall in the Vinohrady neighbourhood. Relax in one of the comfortable armchairs, enjoying locally roasted…
Bohemia
Old typewriters and vintage green bicycles create a suitably Irish ambience for the best craic in Mariánské Lázně. Lots of Irish whiskeys are on hand, as…
Prague
Escape the bustle of Wenceslas Square to this secluded, alleyway teahouse that's been brewing up since 1993. It stocks every kind of tea imaginable, plus…
Prague
Covered in plush furniture and soothing earthy colours, Coffee Corner is the perfect place to start the day. Its homemade baking especially hits the spot,…
Prague
The Bulldog pub has it all: a quiet setting with good Pilsner Urquell beer and decent Czech pub food during the day, while evenings bring out a rowdier…
Prague
Find this stylish 1930s-era cafe and sweet shop in a refurbished functionalist building. It draws a mix of students, older folk and mothers with strollers…
Malá Strana
A smaller and more intimate branch of the pioneering Nové Město wine bar, this place specialises in the best of Bohemian and Moravian wines and offers a…
Prague
This little hole-in-the-wall reputedly serves some of the city's best coffee. Order at the bar and take one of the few seats scattered around, or grab…
Brno
This microbrewery is highly popular with students, who come for the great house-brewed, unpasteurised yeast beers, including a rare cherry-flavoured lager…
Moravia
Tasty cakes and coffee are served up in a clean, comfortable setting on the main square, just beside the road leading up to Mikulov Chateau. There's good…
Prague
A tiny speciality coffee shop with a variety of brews, including hand brew and batch brew, and seasonal specials. It also put avocado toast on Prague's…
České Budějovice
This popular bar and microbrewery boasts the largest selection of beers on tap in town. There's occasional live music; on quieter nights, challenge the…
Český Krumlov
Perfect spot along the main drag to stop for a coffee or grab an ice cream or something sweet. Friendly staff and reliable wi-fi add to the charm. They…
Olomouc
Cosy, old-fashioned Irish bar with several beers on tap and a large and growing collection of single malts and other choice tipples. Attracts a mixed…
Plzeň
This clean, modern cafe right on the central square is a lifesaver if you need a strong cup and/or good wi-fi. A nice selection of cakes, sweets and ice…
Plzeň
Locals kick-off the morning with an excellent espresso here. Later in the day, Galerie Azyl morphs into a classy cocktail bar. Quirky artwork surrounds…
Karlovy Vary
No-frills, central cafe has good coffee, plenty of cakes and sweets, and reliable wi-fi, making it an ideal pitstop to recharge, check email and post…
Bohemia
Dance music, jazz, reggae and house all occasionally feature at this art gallery/garden cafe/cocktail bar. It's a good spot to ask about live gigs around…
Moravia
This drinking room has an excellent range of local wines available in small tasting glasses (20Kč to 60Kč), or whole bottles when you've made up your mind.
