I've enjoyed many a cocktail at the Mandarin Oriental's bar, so I knew what to expect at their Monastiq restaurant. They call their menu "contemporary Czech" but I think they're doing themselves a disservice because there are clear international influences there.
Tiny locations need to be great to survive, and finding these jewels is always worth the hunt. Orange Bar nestles behind the hustle and bustle of Dlouha's touristy side, serving amazing cocktails.
The latest trend in Prague's foodie scene is to have Roman Pinsa on your menu. I don't mind that, but when everyone does it is it boring or fun? Pivo & Basilico merges Czech beer with an Italian menu and their pinsa is one of the better ones you can find locally.
Unlike the majority of Czech restaurants in the centre, Restaurace Hybernská seems to focus on the local market not tourists. It's also enormous with space on 3 floors which tends to be packed on week day nights as well.
While the broad menu at Rana makes you think it's just another Indian restaurant, don't be fooled by that. Pakistani food is spiceier, moreish, and in some ways more savory than you'd expect.
I don't know about you, but if I'm going out for a show I do think of grabbing dinner before (or after) as well. If I'm going to be out, why not indulge in a little somethinge extra?
Cantina continues Prague's increasing fascination with South American food. With an identical menu to their sister restaurant on Ujezd, this waterfront location is excellent for a post-dinner walk.
From the brains behind the amazing Gran Fierro, comes a stylish bistro with a South-American vibe. They have great food options and many things are also available to take away, like their empanadas. Or their sour dough bread. Or their empanadas.
Apart from being centrally located, Cin Cin Wine Bar as a sommelier who is as knowledgeable as they come. They have a great line of Italian wines which pair well with their delicious platters imported from Italy. It's lovely to have (more) non-touristy options for a great evening out in the city centre.
Sansho has a great inventive fusion menu which combines plenty of Asian influences and mixes them up together. The delicious combination of tastes goes a long way to justifying the expense. Try the smoked pork and octopus fried rice (pictued) which is sublime!
