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PRAGUE
ABA Restaurant, Bar and Night Club : f Δ |
Žitná 4, Praha 2 Tel 222 232 315 Map E5
The ABA has a welcoming interior of brick walls, graceful arches and original candelabra. The feeling of comfort
is further boosted by the food – steaks, sirloin, fish, salads and delicious apple pie for dessert – as well as a good
selection of beers and wines. Large parties often make for a lively atmosphere.
Bohemia Bagel ¤ : 7 Δ © |
Masná 2, Praha 1 Tel 224 812 560 Map E3
The best breakfast deal in Prague is available until late in the morning at this busy bagel shop and café.
High-speed Internet connections are also on offer at reasonable rates. It has become so popular that a second
Bohemia Bagel has now opened across the Vltava, at Ujezd 16.
Klub Architektů : f Δ © ||
Betlémské námĕstí 5A, Praha 1 Tel 224 401 214 Map D4
This hidden gem is tucked away in a warren of tunnels and arches and can be reached through a courtyard near
the Bethlehem Chapel. For an inexpensive Prague eatery the servings are hearty, and the menu includes an
interesting vegetarian section.
Orange Moon^ ||
Rámová 5, Praha 3 Tel 222 325 119 Map E3
Immensely popular, Orange Moon serves Thai, Indian and Burmese food. Spicy dishes are especially marked with
a red pepper rating on the menu, but there are also some unmarked dishes for those who prefer milder flavours.
The restaurant’s specialities are the duck red curry with basil, spicy Burmese chicken curry and phad Thai tofu.
Restaurace Století : 7 Δ ||
Karolíny Světlé 21, Praha 1 Tel 222 220 008 Map D4
Arched ceilings, sepia prints and old Chinese porcelain evoke a gentle ambience in this warm, friendly restaurant.
The names of the dishes are inspired by famous figures of yesteryear, for example: a Louis Armstrong (pork
medallions with peanut and orange curry sauce), or an Al Capone (roast chicken leg with hot salsa and papaya).
U Pinkasů Δ ||
Jungmannovo náměstí 16, Praha 1 Tel 221 111 150 Map E4
This inexpensive, good-quality beer hall has been here since 1843. It is arranged on three levels: the basement
houses a traditional beer hall, the ground floor is a bar serving light meals and snacks and above it is a traditional
restaurant. The place is popular, particularly during the lunch hour. The food is simple yet tasty.
Chez Marcel : 7 Δ ̊ ||||
Haštalská 12, Praha 1 Tel 222 315 676 Map E3
Chez Marcel brings a touch of France to the centre of Prague. Its tables spill on to a quiet square, encouraging
executives and students alike to come for reasonably priced regional plats du jour and to linger for steak au poivre,
fresh mussels and the best chips in town.
Cicala z |||
Žitná 43, Praha 1 Tel 222 210 375. Map F5
The owner is an Italian who does not speak English and has only a rudimentary knowledge of Czech. This is the
most genuine Italian restaurant in Prague, the walls hung with photos of the best dishes, which taste like
“mamma’s food”. Its zuppa di cozze (mussel soup) is the tastiest in the city.
Da Nico Wine Bar and Restaurant 7 Δ ̊ |||
Dlouhá 21, Praha 1 Tel 222 311 807 Map E3
Da Nico serves mouthwatering Italian cuisine, including pizza, pasta dishes and risotto, and offers one of the
best selections of Italian wines in the Czech Republic (over 300). Its cosy interior and efficient staff make it ideal
for both romantic trysts and business meetings.
PRICE CATEGORIES
Based on the price per person of a
three-course meal with half a bottle of
wine, including cover charge, service
and tax.CZECH REPUBLICWhere to Eat in the
Czech Republic
New restaurants are opening all the time as a result of
the thriving tourist industry. Many continue to serve local
dishes as well as international cuisine, and compared to
Western Europe, eating out is inexpensive. Czech beer is
world famous and makes an excellent accompaniment.
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|||| over 650 KčMap References see map of Prague pp230–31