Prague Food & Drink Guide

Discover the rich flavors of Czech cuisine, from hearty traditional dishes to world-famous beer. Your guide to eating and drinking like a local in Prague.

Must-Try Czech Dishes

Svíčková

Svíčková

Marinated beef sirloin with cream sauce and dumplings

180-250 CZK
Guláš

Guláš

Czech-style goulash with bread dumplings

160-220 CZK
Vepřo Knedlo Zelo

Vepřo Knedlo Zelo

Roast pork with dumplings and sauerkraut

170-230 CZK
Smažený Sýr

Smažený Sýr

Fried cheese with tartar sauce and fries

140-190 CZK

Drinks & Beer Culture

Czech Beer

Pilsner Urquell
Original pilsner lager
45-65 CZK
Kozel Dark
Dark lager beer
40-60 CZK
Staropramen
Prague's local brewery
35-55 CZK

Wine

Moravian Wine
Local Czech wine
60-90 CZK/glass
Svařák
Mulled wine (winter)
50-70 CZK

Spirits

Becherovka
Herbal bitter
50-70 CZK
Slivovice
Plum brandy
60-80 CZK

Where to Eat

Traditional Czech

$$

Authentic Czech cuisine in historic settings

Recommended Places:

  • • Lokál
  • • U ModrĂ© KachniÄŤky
  • • U MedvĂ­dkĹŻ

Modern Czech

$$$

Contemporary takes on traditional dishes

Recommended Places:

  • • CafĂ© Imperial
  • • Divinis
  • • Eska

Beer Halls

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Traditional beer halls with hearty food

Recommended Places:

  • • U FlekĹŻ
  • • Letná Beer Garden
  • • Riegrovy Sady Beer Garden

Dining Tips

  • •Lunch menus (dennĂ­ menu) offer the best value (11:30-14:00)
  • •Reservations recommended for popular restaurants
  • •Tipping 10% is standard for good service
  • •Many restaurants accept cards, but carry some cash