7 Best Restaurants in Prague: A Solo Female Traveler’s Honest Guide
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Welcome to Prague! I am super excited you are looking to visit this incredible city and want to learn everything you can about the amazing restaurants that this iconic city has to offer. Along my many travels across the world, I’ve learned that food often becomes the heart of a trip. Prague surprised me: it’s not just hearty Czech classics and beer halls anymore, it’s a city where Michelin tasting menus sit beside brilliant bakeries and nose-to-tail kitchens. In this blog post I will be diving into all of the best restaurants in Prague from a solo female traveler’s perspective. These restaurants cater to solo travelers, have great menus, are very safe, and are places that I highly recommend, and can visit over and over again.
Introduction: Best Restaurants in Prague
Prague’s dining scene has evolved fast in the last decade. The best part of these restaurants is
that you can have a very fulling bowel of goulash in a pub, or you can have the same meal in a sit down
restaurant, depending on your vibe. In this guide, I will dive into all of the best restaurants in Prague, based on my solo travel dining experiences. These restaurants welcome solo travelers and have entrees catered to solo diners; I felt safe dining. Now, let’s dive in and be prepared to be hungry after reading this!
1. La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise
If you are looking for fine dining, then I would 100% recommend La Degustation. The service in this restaurant is impeccable, and the food is outstanding. Walking into its pared-back dining room feels like entering a calm, focused kitchen theatre, the kind of place where the tasting menu is a narrative and every course is a small chapter. If you are looking for a treat, give the tasting menu a try. It’s a great treat and it’s perfect if you are celebrating your solo travel journey on night one or your last night of your trip. If this restaurant is on your list of dining options, make sure you make reservations as far in advance as possible.
2. Field
This Michelin-listed restaurant located in the Old Town near the Jewish Quarters, is one of the best restaurants that I have ever eaten at. Field has incredible service, and is a great spot for a solo traveler, because the staff talks you through the entire experience, and not once did I ever feel rushed. This restaurant is more than just eating, it’s a complete dining experience, so make sure you come hungry. I would also recommend that you make reservations as they don’t take walk-ins, otherwise you most likely won’t get a table, and you absolutely do not want to miss out on this restaurant.
3. Eska
Eska sits in Karlín and is part bakery, open kitchen, and modern Czech atelier. This is a great spot to have breakgast or lunch. The bread is absolutely fantastic and the plates that are used in this restaureant often rework Czech staples with fermentation and fire-based techniques. This is a great spot to dine solo, it’s super casual, and you can easily find a seat up at the counter. The best part about counter seating that you can watch the bakeries do their thing, and your meal because also lunch and a show.
4. Kantýna
If you want hearty, well-sourced meat served quickly, Kantýna is a brilliant lunch stop. Think butcher-to-plate: dinners here are efficient and honest, the kind of spot I go to when I don’t want menus with fifty options. Since I do solo travel a lot, I prefer sitting at the bar, as it’s frequented by other solo travelers, and it’s a great way to chat with other travelers and swap stories. It’s busy at peak times, so arrive early or expect a short wait.
5. Naše Maso
Naše Maso is part butcher, part tiny kitchen that turns excellent local meat into the sort of sandwiches and steaks you’ll remember. I’ve popped in for a quick, standout burger between sightseeing and loved the energy. I also loved that it’s casual, a little chaotic, and perfect for a solo traveler who wants something delicious and quick without sacrificing quality. Don’t expect white-tablecloth service; expect honest flavor and an up-close look at Czech butchery pride.
6. Café Imperial
Café Imperial is one of those places I recommend for either a special breakfast or a decadent lunch. The inside of this restaurant has kind of an art-deco vibe, and actually feels very glamorous once you are inside. I actually ate here several mornings, because I was obsessed with their breakfast, and because it’s a great place to people watch in the morning. It’s also a great spot if you want to combine a cultural morning (museums or a walk) with a calm, memorable meal. If you are interested in dining at this resturant, I would highly recommend that you make reservations.
7. Terasa U Zlaté Studně & CODA
If you want a meal that feels cinematic, Terasa U Zlaté Studně (the terrace at the Golden Well Hotel) and CODA at the Aria Hotel, located in the Lesser Town, near the Prague Castle, are beautiful choices. The best part about this restaurant in my opinion, is the fact that this restaurant sits just under the castle with the best evening views of the city. I’ve saved both for nights when the meal should be the center of the evening. Pro tip: order something seasonal, take your time, and if you’re traveling solo, ask for a table at the edge so you can watch the cityscape while you eat.
8. U Modré kachničky
U Modré kachničky (The Blue Duckling) is the place I point friends to when they want classic Czech cuisine done with pride, like wild duck, venison, and old-Bohemian recipes. It’s warm, candlelit, and perfect for a solo traveler who wants a slower, slightly theatrical dinner. If you are having a birthday, anniversary, or celebrating something special on this trip, then I would highly recommend that you make dinner reservations for U Modré kachničky. This is one of Prague’s more romantic restaurants and is a great place to take a significant other.
Solo Dining Tips: Best Restaurants in Prague
I always check opening hours before I wander out; some of the smaller kitchens close between lunch and dinner. IF you are going to a nicer restaurant or maybe a restaurant that may be hard to get into, I always recommend making reservations. All of these restaurant recommendations are fantastic, in my opinion, and I would hate for someone to miss out on a great meal due to not making a reservation.
If you are traveling solo, always ask for a small table or even opt for sitting at the bar. Bar sitting is a great opportunity to chat with locals, or other solo travelers, and swap adventure stories, and just have more of a relaxed and fun vibe. When it comes to tipping in Europe, my rule of thumb is round up. So, if your bill is 37 Euros, just leave 40 Euros. I believe 10% is standard, but not expected, and rounding up is usually sufficient.
Finally, make sure you adhere to the restaurants” dress code if there is one. The United States tends to have a very relaxed dress code, and Europe tends to be a little less casual, especially with dinner, so please just be mindful and check the dress code prior to making your reservations.
Conclusion: Best Restaurants in Prague
For me, “best” combines food, place, and the feeling the meal leaves behind. La Degustation and Field are unforgettable when I want a culinary story told across courses. Eska and Kantýna are the places I trust for honest, local cooking. Café Imperial is my go-to for a glamorous pause, and Terasa or CODA are where I go when I want food with a view. Eat with curiosity, book in advance for the smaller rooms, and don’t be afraid to dine solo as these best restaurants in Prague, are surprisingly welcoming when you bring a good appetite and a sense of adventure.