Klokovna

The owners of the newfangled Czech pub Kolkovna have gone on to enjoy repeated success with new locations. But their flagship is still strong enough to earn first place, riding a wave of excellent draft Pilsner Urquell and variations on classic Czech cooking.

Location: V Kolkovně 8, Old Town.

 

Český Pivovar

The brewery atmosphere is nice and the prices are still acceptable. You can find their typical Czech beer food.

Location: Vodičkova 20, New Town
Open: daily 10am-11pm.

U Vejvodů

This pub has recently been renovated from the original 16th century renaissance building. The beer hall looks exactly like it has come from 200 years ago. Named after a town mayor from the past, Vejvodů was saved from demolition in 1908 by a local historical society. The pub features old brewery equipment and artefacts downstairs along with strolling musicians and filling meals. Gambrinus and Pilsner Urquell beers are available.

Location: Vejvodova 2, Old Town
Open: daily 11am to midnight.

 

Baráčnická Rychta‎

Old-fashioned good times are to be had here. You will find good, cheap beer and solid pub fare in the heart of Lesser Town. Outdoor seating is possible.

Location: Tržiště 23, Lesser Town
Open: daily, noon to midnight.

 

Bugsy's Bar

This is the old reliable place, where trendy and hip crowds are every night. It shakes, stirs and tosses the best cocktails in town. The drinks list is about the length of The Great Gatsby and nearly as pleasurable to read (over 300 drinks).

Location: Kostečná 2 (off Pařížská), Old Town
Open: daily 7pm-2am.

 

Caffrey's Irish Bar

Here you will find a casual atmosphere and full menu on Old Town Square.

Location: Old Town Sq. 10, Old Town
Open: Sun-Thurs 9am-1am, Fri-Sat 9am-2am.

 

Delux

This is an intriguing combination of a Latin jazz bar, a disco and a restaurant serving Thai and Cuban food. Music is performed from 8-11pm (except on most Sundays and Mondays), and funk and soul is played on the dance floor nightly between 11pm and 4am.

Location: Astra Palac, Wenceslas sq. 4
Open: daily 6pm-4am.

 

Jáma

A lot like a North American college tavern, this is an all-purpose, expat-friendly pub that never seems to go out of fashion. You will find filling food with influences from both hemispheres and good beers from south Bohemia on tap. It serves up Mexican and American dishes, which include fajitas and giant chilli burgers. American-style breakfasts are available at the weekend, including French toast and pancakes. There is also sports coverage on TV. Brunch is served weekends until 5 pm.

Location: V Jámě 7, New Town (off Vodičkova)
Open: daily 11am-1am.

 

James Joyce

James Joyce is a cosy and popular Irish pub. Czech, Irish and English beer, stout and ale are usually available.

Location: Liliová 10, Old Town (near Betlemské náměstí)
Open: daily 10.30am-12.30am.

 

Konvikt Pub

This is a local favourite. Traditional Czech dishes and both domestic and imported beers on tap. You can have breakfast, too.

Location: Bartolomějská 11, Old Town
Open: Mon-Fri 9am-midnight; Sat-Sun 11am-midnight

 

U Malého Glena (Little Glenn's)

This pub is the type of place you need in a well-balanced drinking repertoire: like a dive, but with a few high-end brands of beer and live music downstairs every night. It has it all. It is a good place to meet and be met.

Location: Karmelitská 23, Lesser Town
Open: daily 10am-1am.

 

Merlin Irish
Bar meets Czech hospoda. They fall in love. There is a full menu.

Location: Bělehradská 68a, Prague 2
Open: Mon-Fri 11.30am-midnight; Sat-Sun 3pm-midnight.

 

O'Che's Cuba

O'Che's Cuba has washed ashore in Old Town, or at least a Guinness-addled dream of what Cuba would be like if it was run by Irish revolutionaries instead of Caribbean ones.

Location: Liliová 14, Old Town
Open: daily 10am-midnight.

 

The Pack

This is a pricey sports bar, but worth it if you like a lot of big-screen action, free bowls of popcorn and sharp, shapely waiting staff.

Location: Ve Smečkách 21, New Town
Open: noon-2am.

 

Tom Tom Club Cocktails

A laid-back Mediterranean feel makes this newcomer a good choice for quiet chats and quick coffees as well as a nice Campari on ice.

Location: Dlouhá 46, Old Town
Open: Mon-Fri 10am-1am; Sat-Sun 11am-1am.

 

Tretter's Bar Cocktails

This is a long bar stacked with good liquor and a steady crop of pretty people. It is the connoisseur's choice. You will find top-notch cocktails and service in a classic setting.

Location: V Kolkovně 3, Old Town
Open: daily 7pm-3am.

 

ZanziBar

Dry martinis, margaritas and other staples are mixed well by Prague standards. Prices are steep. Ladies' night is every Wednesday.

Location: Lázeňská 6, Lesser Town
Open: daily 2pm-2am.

 

Železné dveře

This is the in thing. There is a cocktail and DJ lounge. It is mad here.

Location: Michalská 19/Jilská 18, Old Town
Open: daily 7pm -4am.

 

Žíznivý pes (The Thirsty Dog)

Nick Cave got so bummed out here he had to write a song about it. Everyone else appears to be having a good time.

Location: Elišky Krásnohorské 5, Josefov
Open: daily 11am-2am.

 

Irish Pub Dublin

There are lots of bars to choose from in this part of town, but few have the quality of beers on tap as this neat, step-down pub - assuming you like foreign beers, of course.

Location: Lipanská 2, Žižkov
Open: Mon-Sat 5pm-1am.

 

Hapu

If you truly enjoyed sipping gimlets and martinis in your old college apartment, Hapu is for you. There is a pub-style bar with a tremendous bartending staff and perfectly shaken cocktails. Get here early if you want a seat as this place is constantly packed with thirsty locals and tourists.

Location: Orlická 8, Žižkov,
Open: Mon-Sat 6pm-2am.

 

Fraktal

This is a down-and-dirty pub, which draws a mixed crowd of Czechs and expats. Although it serves Krušovice, a good burger or quesadilla will fix things just right.

Location: Šmeralova 1, Bubeneč
Open: Mon-Fri noon-1am; Sat-Sun 11.30am-1am.

 

DeBrug

Dutch accoutrements add a low country feel to what otherwise mimics any other dark, clunky pub. This is a good spot to hang out and just have a few beers with your circle of friends.

Location: Masná 5, Old Town
Open: daily noon-1am.

 

Bar and Books

This high-end cocktail bar lends itself to gentlemanly imbibing. Known for its assortment of single malts and good cigars, it also shakes a rather nice martini.

Location: Týnská 19, Old Town
Open: daily 6pm-4am.

 

Alcohol Bar

This classy subterranean place is stocked with good scotch and one of the city's finest selections of upscale brands. The bar readily mixes around 200 cocktails.

Location: Dušní 6, Old Town
Open: daily 7pm-3am.

 

Atmosphere

This is an inexpensive, casual Czech pub only a couple of minutes' stroll from Charles Bridge. You never have to leave (until the staff force you to) - especially when prices are reasonable.

Location: Smetanovo nábř. 14, Old Town
Open: daily 10am-midnight.

 

Double Trouble Club

A bar and club with small party atmosphere and huge cocktail list. No one is going to be shocked by people dancing on tables or seats, or even on the bar. Actually, this is the norm here.

Location: Melantrichova 17, Prague 1

 

Bombay Cocktail Bar

Only a few steps from the Old Town Square you can find the busy, popular music bar Bombay. It is quite a small place with a tiny dance floor. Regardless of its size, a good atmosphere and the best cocktails in town are always guaranteed. Thanks to its location in the centre, this bar attracts mainly international travellers. Bombay is a nice place with exposed brickwork, high ceilings and archways separating the bar from the dance area.

Genres: 80s/90s/00s Party Music
Opens: Mon-Wed 17:00-04:00; Thu 17:00-05:00; Fri-Sat 17:00-06:00
Location: Dlouha 13, Old Town