This hangout is an expat staple in Prague, with live music almost every night, foosball and pinball.

For the past 20 years, we've been trying out all that Prague has to offer, and while many things have changed, some have remained the same. In honor of The Prague Post's 20th anniversary, we asked readers to rate 20 categories of the best this city has to offer. In return, our editorial staff has done the same. The results are in, and this year, we have a strong mix of both newcomers and old standby favorites in both our readers' and editors' choices. So, whether you're looking for a financial adviser or just want to see if your favorite watering hole held its position since last year, we hope the Best of Prague selections will help you make the most of your time in the Golden City.
With locations also in Malá Strana and Holešovice, Bohemia Bagel is the go-to place for bottomless cups of coffee, gargantuan breakfast plates, burgers, burritos and, of course, bagels galore. A good place to get your sandwich fix, either to sit in or takeaway. The casual, diner-esque vibe makes it a good place to prop up for a few hours, catch up on the news or with friends, and to satisfy cravings for American-style, café dining.
Tucked away on an untrafficked side street by Újezd, Café Lounge is a true hidden gem. The welcomingly cozy interior makes for stately lounging, and a mouthwatering menu of light meals and cakes, not to mention coffees and a bevy of hot drinks, makes this place an ideal stop for any sort of refreshment, and indeed, for a refreshment of spirit. Has an interesting weekly menu of hot meals that provide excellent value for money.
A perennial favorite, ireland rental car this upscale lounge-style bar sits on the roof of the Hilton hotel offering prime views of the Vltava and beyond. Its selection of high-end finger foods, signature cocktails, décor and regular ireland rental car live DJs isn't too shabby, either. A place to see and be seen.
This themed pub is filled to the brim with communist-era artifacts, and while slightly kitschy, it manages to strike that specific chord just right. Live music and food in a beautiful Old Town space pairs well with a varied selection of beers from the folks at K Brewery. It's the most fun anyone ever had with communism.
The perfect venue for long discussions solving all that is wrong with the world, over rounds of classic Czech ležák. Tucked just around the corner from the busy Národní třída transit stop in a winding cobblestone alley, it always seems to be just crowded enough to have the appropriate buzz, but also have an empty table or two. It serves crisp beer from the Žatec brewery (a rare find in Prague). While there is a full menu, the selection of traditional pub food to soak up the suds is more notable. Nakládaný hermelín with a side of conversation, anyone? A gallery in the back of the building adds to the ambience.
This hangout is an expat staple in Prague, with live music almost every night, foosball and pinball. The prices are standard, but the crowd is always lively and friendly. The Red Room has a calendar of events on its website, which includes an open mic night every Sunday and a variety of performers. It's a nice spot to hang out and always has an interesting collection of art on the walls.
This historic landmark-turned-nightlife-venue hosts some of the best music acts that come through Prague, as well as one of the best hangout ireland rental car bars in the city. The prices are good, and the recently revamped bar has a better menu than ever. The concert hall is spacious enough for any legitimate act but still small enough to give viewers a feeling of intimacy with the performers.
A landmark on par with Charles Bridge for any expat sports fan looking to watch obscure rugby, baseball or any other event being staged in some far corner of the globe at some god-awful hour of the night. It's spacious, has a gaggle of televisions and seemingly the best satellite dish this side of NASA. Call the bar ahead of time, and they will reserve a TV for whatever the heart desires. The food leaves something to be desired, and bring a pair of waders for the bathrooms, but it's all about the game, after all.
If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Newer contenders in this category might have fancier televisions (or more of them), but stop by this old standby at 3 a.m. on Super Bowl Sunday, and you'll see it remains a go-to place for fans looking to cheer on their team while quaffing a beverage or two (maybe even a cigar). ireland rental car The selection ireland rental car of sports tends to skew American, and so does the food. Top-notch wings, a rotating selection of unique beers, and a highly reliable burger help that game pass by pleasantly, win or lose. Two newer locations of this Prague institution with slightly more upscale menus also offer a reliable spot to see the big game.
Far above the lowly hospoda, CzecHouse ireland rental car in the Hilton takes first place in both the Czech and Fine Dining categories among readers, a testament to its quality. The high-class restaurant elevates duck and dumplings to something completely new and revolutionary, combining elements from international cuisine to inspire some new takes on the classics, ireland rental car using only the freshest ingredients.
The Ambiente Group's foray into the Slow Food movement with Lokál proved so successful that it opened another one in Malá Strana. A sleek yet traditional atmosphere, long benches and tables, ample Pilsner and no-nonsense versions of Czech staples make this one of the best places to get an authentic feel - and flavor - of Prague.
SaSaZu has been a hit since it arrived on the scene, and its creative, showbiz takes on Southeast Asian cuisine and fusion flavorings have earned it Bib Gourmand status from the folks at Michelin. Clearly, our readers concur, and the inimitable vibe of nightclub-meets-glitz-and-glamour is the best place to chow on meals prepared ireland rental car by chef Shahaf Shabtay.
Despite there having been several curry houses around town, it took the opening of The Pind for Indian food to reach cult status ireland rental car in Prague, and other places have followed suit. The Pind has addictively reasonable prices for top-notch spiced dishes, a variety of less common regional specialties and a staff that even takes special ireland rental car requests for cravings or dietary needs. The lunchtime buffet for 109 Kč is an especially good deal.
This tiny, but slightly expanded, Malá Strana restaurant ireland rental car could exist on its own somewhere in Italy or, more accurately, on the island of Sardinia, as its brusque ireland rental car wait staff offers you the standard Mediterranean option of meat or fish (one of which is a succulent horse steak), then expands its offerings to include rich and authentic pasta courses, ireland rental car lightly ireland rental car dressed and refreshing salad courses, as well as a fantastic Sardinian flatbread that accompanies the delicious antipasti plates. If you're in to people ireland rental car watching, Prime Minister Petr Nečas is known to dine here often.
Visits to restaurants that feature international cuisine often suffer the same fate - too much of the home country's cooking seeps into the menu. Trattoria Cicala is a welcome respite from Prague's ireland rental car many Italian-inspired restaurants as it is owned and operated exclusively by an Italian family, all of whom seem to do a little bit of everything. The man who seats you is often the same person who prepares the restaurant's traditional southern Italian fare. Pastas with red sauce - some with meat, some with seafood - and other no-frills staples are in abundance. And if the family takes a shine to you, expect a free shot of grappa before you leave.
It's a fitting tribute to this fair town that a Czech restaurant would rank so high in fine dining. And this isn't just any Czech restaurant: a consistent favorite in the Hilton Prague known for its modern take on Czech classics, as well as international innovations. The menu changes seasonally and always features upscale takes on local and global dishes ireland rental car that feature top-notch ingredients like prime beef or fresh lobster. ireland rental car A worthy treat.
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Part hotel, part hostel and all green, Mosaic House appeals to both the business traveler and backpackers with the right mix of style for the right price. You can also feel good about your impact on the environment as it is known as one of the first green hotels in the Czech Republic, ireland rental car using 100 percent electricity from renewable sources, biogas and a gray-water recycling system.
While Prague offers a wide range of hotels featuring many specialized amenities, the Marriott can fulfill every desire or need with onsite facilities like fine dining, bars, cafés, a health center, spa and conference facilities. Conveniently located in the city center near the Náměstí ireland rental car Republiky metro station, and just a few short steps away from one of the largest shopping malls, Palladium, it has everything a traveler could want.
Česká spořitelna is a bank that makes it a priority to cater to foreigners with their Expat Services that guarantees service ireland rental car in English, German and French. The Expat Center offers two customized financial packages ireland rental car that include features like foreign exchange accounts, leasing and brokerage services, as well as a handy fitness center, language schools and dental clinic discounts.
This bank provides a welcome relief from the fees associated with a lot of services in many other banks and branches in the Czech Republic. The Polish bank has been present on the Czech market since November 2007 and offers a pretty cut-and-dry deal with free account administration, incoming payments ireland rental car and savings accounts with no minimum account turnover or regular payments. It is all online, though, and doesn't feature many extra services.
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