Czech cuisine in Prague
In Prague, lunch is traditionally the most important meal of the day. It’s a favorite time to indulge in traditional Czech cuisine, which revolves around pork and beef along with side dishes such as fries and dumplings. The leading restaurants usually draw crowds during lunch and dinner so it’s advisable to make your reservations.
The price of meals already includes taxes but many restaurants that cater to tourists tack on a “kovert” or additional charge. This charge should be printed on the bill as part of the meal charge. If it’s scrawled by hand, tourists can clarify the charges. Note: ketchup, bread and anything else brought to the table is charged.
There are many different kinds of restaurants in Prague, but if you’d like to sample Czech cuisine, here are some of the best places:
Box Block This luxurious restaurant is located inside the Carlo IV hotel (Senovážné námìstí 13, Nové Mìsto) and serves Czech, Italian, and Fusion food. Its marble floors and elegant frescoes make the Box Block an excellent venue for fine dining. It serves haute cuisine such as turbot in truffle sauce, tuna carpaccio and bison steak.
U Zlaté Hrušky Located at the romantic Nový Svìt area (Nový Svìt 3, Hradèany), “At The Golden Pear” is a favorite venue of locals and tourists alike. Their Czech cuisine is elegantly prepared and they also serve a wide array of international dishes. During summer months, diners can seat at the leafy garden restaurant across the street.
U Modré Kachnièky That stands for “At the Blue Dumpling,” a baroque hunting lodge tucked away on a quiet street (Nebovidská 6, Malá Strana). This old-fashioned romantic restaurant serves candlelit dinners and is perfect for traveling couples. The menu consists of traditional Bohemian poultry and fish.
Legenda Located at Legerova 39, Vyšehrad, Legenda gets rave reviews from foreign tourists who are looking for a filling meal of steak, pasta or Czech classics. The prices here are relatively inexpensive considering its generous and quality servings.
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