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U Pinkasų Restaurant is a traditional Czech restaurant and pub in the center of Prague. It offers typical Czech cuisine and carefully treated draft Pilsner Urquell beer. The establishment was founded in 1843 and is historically known as the place where the first Pilsner Urquell was tapped in Prague.
1. Location
Address: Jungmannovo námėstí 15/16, Prague 1, 110 00
Area: Prague city center
2. Opening Hours
Daily: 10:00–22:30
3. Reservations
Reservations are recommended, especially for weekends and groups.
You can book via the online reservation form on the website or by phone.
Exception: During the summer months, reservations are not accepted for the Gothic Beer Garden or other outdoor areas.
4. Cuisine and Menu
The restaurant specializes in traditional Czech cuisine. The recipes are based on historical cookbooks from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Selected specialties:
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Tafelspitz (slow-cooked beef tip) with marrow bone, vegetables, spinach, boiled potatoes, creamed horseradish, and chive remoulade
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Pork knuckle with mustard and grated horseradish
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Pinkas’ beef goulash with bread dumplings
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Roast duck (¼) with apples and marjoram, served with a variety of Czech dumplings and two-color cabbage
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Beef tartare, finely chopped, with fried bread and garlic
5. Beer and Drinks
Beer: Tank Pilsner Urquell, carefully treated and freshly tapped.
The restaurant is well-known among local beer lovers and has many long-time regulars.
6. Capacity and Premises
Total capacity: up to 250 seats
The restaurant has three floors, all air-conditioned.
In summer, the Gothic Garden is open — a characteristic outdoor area located at the base of the neighboring Gothic Church of Our Lady of the Snows.
7. Typical Atmosphere
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Traditional Old-Prague pub
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Wooden benches and chairs, historic interior, classic recipes
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Suitable for locals and tourists seeking an authentic Czech establishment
FAQ
How can I reserve a table?
By phone or via the online form. Reservations are recommended on weekends. In summer, we do not accept reservations for the Gothic Beer Garden.
Do you offer traditional Czech dishes?
Yes. The menu is based on recipes from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Do locals or tourists visit your restaurant?
Both. The restaurant has many long-time regulars, but tourists looking for traditional Czech food and beer also visit.
Is the restaurant suitable for larger groups?
Yes, with a capacity of up to 250 seats across three floors. Various rooms with flexible table arrangements are suitable for small or large groups.
Where can I find a typical Czech pub in Prague?
Right here: U Pinkasų Restaurant, Jungmannovo námėstí 15/16.
Where can I find a pub with well-treated beer?
At U Pinkasų, where Pilsner Urquell is tapped from tanks.
Quick Facts
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Founded: 1843
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First Pilsner Urquell in Prague: Yes
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Draft beer: Tank Pilsner Urquell
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Cuisine: Traditional Czech
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Location: Jungmannovo námėstí 15/16, Prague 1
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Garden: Gothic outdoor area, open only in summer
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Capacity: Approx. 250 seats
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Most popular specialties: Pork knuckle, Tafelspitz, Pinkas’ goulash, Beef tartare