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Prague’s rich history, grand architecture, and relaxed mentality come together in its café culture. Many of its stunning cafés have been on a roller-coaster ride, hitting a peak in the early 20th century, then falling from grace during the communist regime, and finally returning to their former grandeur with the help of restoration and eager patrons. Listed here are primarily examples of gorgeous and historically important cafés. Also, though, are cafés that have ridden the post-Velvet Revolution wave of inexpensive, eclectic spots where you can let your inner Bohemian loose.
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Cafe Imperial
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- 420 2 231 6012
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- Na Porici 15/1072
- Hotel Imperial
- Prague,Bohemia11000
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This place is an eye-opener: colorful ceramic tiles line every available inch of the walls and ceiling. The turn-of-the-century decoration runs the gamut from Egyptian to Roman to Moorish to Central European motifs. The cavernous space reopened not long ago after many years of disuse. Unfortunately however, the furnishings seem to have been dragged out of the attic. Live jazz and swing bands play several times a week at 9p.
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Café Louvre
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- 420 224 930 949
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Location:
- Narodni 22
- Prague,Hlavní město Praha110 00
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Founded in 1902 and a favorite spot for the likes of Franz Kafka, Karel Čapek, and Albert Einstein, this Parisian style café and billiard hall was shut down by Communists in 1948. Fortunately, liberation finally came and Café Louvre was revived in 1992. Here, you can choose to have a meal (breakfast and lunch options are available) or just relax over a cup of the best hot chocolate in the city. The atmosphere is stylish and comfortable and the pastries are delectable in this old intellectual haunt.
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Café Savoy
Contact:
- 420 2 5731 1562
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Location:
- Vítězná 5
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Spacious and unhurried, this elegant café at the edge of Mala Strana is rarely troubled by tourist overload and makes a good refuge from the hustle and bustle of the town center. A small fountain at the entrance adds a touch of class and the lofty, extravagantly decorated 19th-century ceiling adds real character to this century-old room. The usual coffees and sweets (including a superb apple strudel) are complemented by a small drinks list and a few offerings for those wanting a salad or a full meal.
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Café Slavia
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- 420 2 2421 8493
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- Smetanovo nabrezi 1012/2
- Prague,Bohemia11000
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Situated just opposite the National Theater, Café Slavia offers magnificent views of the Vltava River and Prague Castle hovering in the distance. It has been the meeting place of writers, artists, actors and students. Smetana, Dvorak and Kafka were regulars during Hapsburg times as was the now President Vaclav Havel during his playwright days. Continental dishes and splendid desserts are served at reasonable prices. Czech wines are on offer as is a shot of emerald magic i.e. absinthe. Classic bistro chairs stand below clusters of outsized, conical, milk-glass light fittings trimmed in nickel-plated brass
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Cafe Montmartre
Contact:
- 420 222 221 244
Location:
- Řetězová 7
- Stare Mesto
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Once frequented by the likes of Max Brod and a friend by the name of Franz Kafka, today it is a splendidly restored central hideaway barely noticed by tourists. Photos of its former self dot the walls while an original mural covers the entire span of the main room's arched ceiling. A romantic rear room is perfect for hushed conversations and is rumored to have once contained an altar used in secret black masses there. The food menu is sparse and Eastern European influenced, but the atmosphere makes this place worthwhile
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House of the Black Madonna
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- 420 224 211 746
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Location:
- Celetna 34
- Prague,Bohemia11000
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The House of the Black Madonna (Dům u Černé matky boží) was originally designed by Josef Gocar to be a department store. Completed in July 1912, the building now houses the Czech Museum of Cubism. The architect's first major project, it was a specifically challenging one as it is difficult to harmonize Cubist architecture with the surrounding Baroque, Gothic, and Classical facades. Cubist architecture is an important artistic contribution made by the Czech Republic. It evolved on its own (parallel to, not in response to, Picasso's cubism in painting) in an effort to create synchronize the fluid process of creation with the solid building that results. The museum exhibits works of Czech Cubism, most notably by Josef Capek and Bohumil Kubista. The Grand Café Orient, designed entirely in the Cubist style, can be found on the first floor while exhibitions lie on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors.
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Kava Kava Kava - Andel
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- +420 257 314 277
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- Lidická 42
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The baby brother of the café by the same name located in Prague 1, this incarnation definitely channels the first's funky mismatched décor. Dimly cozy and accessibly eclectic, it's a great place to take a break at any time of day. For breakfast, you can go with a combo or order a la carte. Similarly, there's a lunch special on offer but this is only available during lunchtime on weekdays. As the name implies (kava = coffee), Kava Kava Kava's sizeable selection of specialty coffees is enough to please any caffeine fiend; you can even choose your size (small, medium, large - no fancy titles here). Plus, you can check your email on one of the terminals available in the back room. All in all, Kava Kava Kava is a great little coffee shop and this location might do it even better than the first.
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The Globe Bookstore and Café
Contact:
- 420 224 934 203
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Location:
- Pštrossova 6
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A popular meeting place for ex-pats and Czechs, this bookstore and coffeehouse has been something of a Prague institution for the better part of the last decade. It sells used books, a limited selection of new books and a current newspapers and magazines as well as offering free Internet and laptop connection. There is also a relaxed and friendly café and an extremely useful bulletin board. It recently moved to these more central and spacious quarters, but has managed to recreate its literary ambience. Healthy and hearty cuisine, devilishly delicious desserts, and one of Prague's best coffee are just some of the reasons to become a Globe regular. They have homemade cakes like cheesecake, brownies and muffins. A three course menu in the cafe is available at very reasonable prices.
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Café Pavlac
Contact:
- 420 222 721 731
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- Víta Nejedlého 23
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The custom bar is the centerpiece of this bright, modern café just down the street from Palac Akropolis. Pavlac, run by a young Czech photographer, began with a specifically artistic idea: small exhibitions from local artists could be found out back, so you can imagine how local scenesters and artistic ex-pats were drawn to the joint. While there hasn't been much new art up for a while, free wifi and shockingly cheap but thoughtful fare keeps stylish students coming back to spend hours, chatting, working, and even conducting language exchanges. Although the service can be a bit curt, it's efficient and generally servers can conduct business in English, which can prove quite useful. This café is perfect for a filling breakfast, a long lunch, or a cheap and trendy dinner. It's even got a fully stocked bar, making it a good place for a drink on a Friday or Saturday evening before hitting the lively Zizkov bar-scene.
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