Where to eat in Prague

The heart of bohemia and home to Kafka, Mozart and Mucha offers a huge variety of cafes, eateries and restaurants to suit any pallet, taste or occasion. Here’s a rundown of ten of the best:

1. Zizkov Tower (Mahlerovy Sady 1, Prague 13000)

The tallest building in the Czech Republic gives unrivalled 360 degree views. It’s also the second ugliest in the world, but you soon forget that when you see the giant babies crawling up the grey, brutalist structure.

Get duck sausages, beef carpaccio or tiger prawns for as little as £7. The most expensive dish is the decadent fois gras terrine, which costs £9.

2. Imperial Café (Na Porici 15, Prague 11000­)

Listen to soft jazz while drinking becherovka from crystal glasses in sumptuous art deco surroundings. A cocktail will cost around £3 and most dishes on the meat heavy menu cost around £8.

3. At Hairy Ghost (Konviktská 6, Prague 1)

If the name alone doesn’t get you through the door, then the best stone-baked pizza, local ales on draught, cask wine and romantic ambience will.

4. Etnosvet (Legerova 40, Prague 12000)

One review claims this place is ‘the best way to get a carnivore into a vegan restaurant’ and it’s true.  Set over three floors, it offers a huge variety of vegan and vegetarian food. And it doubles up as a cultural centre.

5. Kavarna Novy Svet (Nový Svět 2, Prague 1)

Next to the castle, tucked away from the tourist trail, is a chocolate box café made for Instagram. A coffee and sandwich will cost around £3.

6. James Dean (V kolkovně 922, Prague 1)

Most people don’t go to one of Europe’s most enchanting cities to sit in a 50s American diner, but it’s worth a visit. A cheeseburger costs around £6, but the huge statue of James Dean is priceless.

7. Café Kampus (Náprstkova 10, Prague 1)

In the heart of theatreland, this café is a meeting point for artists and academics. It has a wine cellar, library and concert hall. And as it’s a haunt for students, so it’s cheap with a burger costing just over £1.

8. Wine Food Market (Strakonická 1, Prague 5)

The market atmosphere of this lively restaurant is a culinary must. Enjoy live music and a talking toucan while indulging in fresh fish, pastries and Italian wines.

9. U Buldoka (Preslova 353, Prague 1)

This typical European sports pub doesn’t have any TVs. Instead there’s a music bar to dance the night away after a traditional, but stodgy Czech dinner that’ll cost around £2.

10. Tavern U Krale Brabantskeho (Thunovska, 198/15, Mala Strana, Prague 11000)

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to eat in a dungeon, look no further. The cavernous cubby-holes are decorated with medieval torture instruments and skulls. Tuck into a hefty set menu while watching fire dancers, swordsmen and lute players for just £35 per person.