9 Michelin restaurants in Czechia: where to find fine dining from Prague to Moravia

In December 2025, the Michelin Guide released its first-ever standalone national edition for Czechia — and the country surprised many by having one restaurant awarded two stars at once, while the gastronomic map expanded well beyond Prague. This selection is for anyone planning a special dinner: an anniversary, a marriage proposal, a business dinner, or simply a chance to see what modern Czech cuisine is capable of. Below are the restaurants holding Michelin stars in the 2025 guide, plus one legendary address that hasn't received a star yet but remains a Prague fine-dining icon.

Papilio, Vysoký Újezd

The only two-Michelin-star restaurant in Czech history isn't in Prague at all — it's housed in a castle complex in the village of Vysoký Újezd, near Beroun. Set in the former stables of the castle, with an open kitchen beneath a dramatic vaulted ceiling, chef Jan Knedla and his team craft a ten-course tasting menu that painstakingly and creatively reimagines childhood memories through local produce. This is the kind of place worth leaving the capital for, even just for one evening.

Field, Praha 1

One of Prague's longest-standing star holders sits in the Old Town at U Milosrdných 12, 110 00 Praha 1. The restaurant is known for its devotion to seasonal farm produce, natural techniques, and traditional recipes served in untraditional ways: the menu might feature bone marrow, snails, or half-forgotten turnips, alongside occasional exotic fruits or ocean fish. The vibe is Scandinavian minimalism with a Czech soul, and the dress code is smart casual.

La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise, Praha 1

Part of the Ambiente group, this restaurant at Haštalská 18, 11000 Praha 1, is one of Czech cuisine's most decorated ambassadors in the capital. Housed in a striking historic building in central Prague, the L-shaped dining room offers a view into the fully open kitchen from one side. The menu is built on classic Czech dishes prepared according to late-19th-century recipes, alongside a modern reinterpretation of Czech cuisine by chef Oldřich Sahajdák.

Casa De Carli, Praha 1

Italian fine dining in the Old Town, near the Spanish Synagogue, at Vězeňská 116/5, 110 00 Prague 1. Chef Matteo De Carli and his wife Lenka Hermanová have run the restaurant since 2012, following years of culinary travels around the world. The interior is sleek and modern with an open kitchen, and the food carries a light Northern Italian accent — bread, pasta, and ice cream are all made in-house. Chef Matteo can surprise guests with a tasting menu of 5, 6, or 7 courses, and for groups of up to 8, a separate chef's table in the basement offers dishes prepared right in front of guests. The restaurant earned its Michelin star in 2025.

Štangl, Praha 8 (Karlín)

Located in the popular Karlín district and owned by the Ambiente group, Štangl emerged when the former Eska split into two ventures: the bakery-bistro Eska and the restaurant Štangl. It's one of the biggest newcomers in the 2025 guide — earning not just a Michelin star, but also a Green Star for its sustainable approach to gastronomy.

LEVITATE, Praha

A newcomer to the 2025 Michelin list, this restaurant blends predominantly Czech ingredients with Asian spices and Nordic touches. Behind the kitchen is young chef Christian Chu, of Asian heritage, who serves multi-course tasting menus in a Nordic-inspired style — this is a true fine-dining destination for anyone seeking a complete dinner experience.

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ESSENS, Hlohovec (Lednice-Valtice)

Set within a hotel complex in the Lednice-Valtice UNESCO area near the Czech-Austrian border, this restaurant is helmed by chef Otto Vašák, who prepares elaborate multi-course dinners with impressive technique and flavor. It's a wonderful overnight stop if you're travelling from Prague to Vienna or exploring Moravia's wine country. The restaurant earned its first star in 2025 and, according to some food critics, may well deserve two.

Entrée, Olomouc

Moravia first made its mark on the Michelin map thanks to this very restaurant. Run by well-known TV chef Přemek Forejt, this contemporary spot features an open kitchen and a playful take on Moravian classics — a table here is already hard to secure even on a weekday. It's a great excuse to pair dinner with a stroll through Olomouc's historic center.

La Villa, Zlín

Another 2025 newcomer beyond the capital, this stylish restaurant in Zlín serves a fusion of French and Czech cuisine. Keeping fine dining at a high level in a relatively small city is no easy feat, which makes this star especially valuable for the local food scene.

Terasa U Zlaté studně, Praha 1 (Malá Strana)

A bonus for those seeking not just a star, but also a view: this rooftop restaurant sits atop the Golden Well Hotel, right beneath the walls of Prague Castle, at U Zlaté studně 166/4, Praha 1. Chef Lukáš Hlaváček, consistently ranked among the best chefs in Czechia, serves Czech and international cuisine across three terraces overlooking the city. He honed his craft at several Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK and at the three-star Meadowood in Napa. He doesn't have a Michelin star yet, but food critics consider this one of the most glaring omissions in the latest guide.

Czechia has firmly moved beyond its reputation as a land of beer and dumplings: the current national guide lists nine starred restaurants, 18 Bib Gourmand holders, and four Green Stars, with 79 establishments featured across the country overall. If you're planning a gastronomic trip, book your tables well in advance — especially in Prague and at the country's only two-star restaurant, Papilio, which people travel specifically to experience.

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Source: aroundprague.cz

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