9 Best Beer Halls and Breweries in Prague: From Monastery Beer to Karlín's Craft Newcomers

Prague is, without exaggeration, the beer capital of the world: brewing has been going on here for more than five centuries, and in recent years a genuine craft-beer boom has joined the classic lagers. This guide is for anyone who wants more than supermarket Pilsner — real, unfiltered beer, from monastery recipes behind castle walls to experimental brews in industrial Karlín. The route works equally well for tourists with just one evening free and for those ready to dedicate a whole day to a proper beer tour.

Klášterní pivovar Strahov, Prague 1

A brewery on the grounds of Strahov Monastery in the Hradčany district. Address: Prague 1, Strahovske nadvori 301, open 10:00–22:00. Founded four centuries ago to help the monks get through the hardships of fasting, this brewery has since earned a reputation as a place steeped in tradition and unmistakable character. It brews several classic Czech-style beers alongside bolder, more craft-leaning options, and for a bite you should try the beer soup or beer-flavoured ice cream.

U Fleků, Prague 1

A legendary brewery-restaurant in Nové Město. Address: Křemencova 11, 110 00, Staré Město, Prague 1. The venue spans several buildings around a courtyard, just a short walk from the National Theatre. U Fleků is the only brewery in Central Europe that has brewed beer continuously for more than 500 years. Spread across eight halls and a courtyard, it can seat over 1,200 guests, and its signature brew is the dark lager Flekovský 13°. It's touristy and loud, but hard to skip — it's part of the city's history.

U Medvídků, Prague 1

A microbrewery and hotel in the Old Town. Address: Na Perštýně 7, 100 01 Prague 1. The restaurant's history goes back to 1466, and in the last century the former brewery was transformed into Prague's first cabaret and one of the city's largest beer halls. The main draw for visitors is the on-site microbrewery, which uses traditional methods to produce the strongest beer in the world, XBEER-33. Alongside this extreme brew, you'll find classics like the semi-dark Oldgott and a barrel-aged lager.

Lokál Dlouhááá, Staré Město, Prague 1

One of the best-known "Lokál" venues from the Ambiente restaurant group. Address: Dlouhá 33, 110 00 Prague 1. This was the very first Lokál — and literally the longest, stretching 69.78 metres, with beer poured from 12 tanks and up to 1,300 guests passing through in a single day. It serves home-style Czech cooking alongside carefully chilled Pilsner Urquell straight from the tank. The place is almost always packed, so it's best to arrive early or book a table in advance.

Dva kohouti, Karlín, Prague 8

A modern brewery with its own bar in Karlín. Full address: Sokolovská 81/55, 186 00 Prague 8. The venue combines two crafts under one roof — brewing and pouring: Lokal Lager is brewed here in the morning inside the "U Města Hamburku" building, and by afternoon that same beer flows from the bar's taps. Beer is brewed on-site in a former car repair shop, letting guests watch the entire production process; the flagship product is a twelve-degree Pilsner-style lager with seasonal special releases. In summer, the cosy courtyard comes alive with DJ sets.

Břevnovský klášterní pivovar sv. Vojtěcha, Prague 6

A brewery within Břevnov Monastery, one of the oldest in the Czech Republic. Located on the monastery grounds, it's the ideal spot for a peaceful visit away from the city bustle. You can take a short brewery tour, sample excellent craft beers — especially the Benedict and Imperial lines — and enjoy dinner at the restaurant with fair prices and friendly staff. It's a bit farther out than the central beer halls, but the calm monastery courtyard is well worth the short trip.

The Beer Spot, Malá Strana, Prague 5

A craft gastropub with the largest beer garden in the neighbourhood. Address: Plaská 5, Malá Strana, Prague 5, hours: Mon–Fri 11:30–23:30, Sat 14:00–23:30. This premium craft restaurant and beer-garden courtyard sits in Malá Strana at the foot of Petřín Hill, specialising in independent Czech microbreweries — 10 rotating taps and more than 100 bottled craft beers. A great spot to compare several small Czech breweries in one evening.

Craft House Prague, Nové Město, Prague 1

A craft beer bar with no fancy decor but a serious beer list. Address: Navrátilova 1421/11, 110 00 Nové Město. The bar offers 27 taps plus a wide selection of canned and bottled beer — all of it Czech, including breweries like Sibeeria and Raven. It also doubles as a bottle shop, so you can take your favourite cans home with you.

U Kunštátů, Staré Město, Prague 1

One of the pioneers of Prague's craft beer scene, tucked away in a dead-end lane near Old Town Square. The bar offers around 100 craft beers from small independent producers and was one of the first craft beer bars in the country. It's about a five-minute walk from the Astronomical Clock, but keep an eye out — the bar sits in a cul-de-sac. The focus here is on tastings — guests can build their own sampler flight or join the daily tasting session, and before leaving, it's worth peeking into the building's historic cellar.

From five-century-old monastery traditions to industrial craft beer brewed in former auto shops — Prague's beer scene is vast, and there's no way to cover it all in one visit. Start with one or two historic breweries in the centre, then add a couple of craft spots off the tourist trail — that way you'll experience both the classic and modern sides of Czech beer culture.

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Source: aroundprague.cz

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