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 All that jazz, all year round |
Železna 16 Prague 11000 Czech Republic + 420 2 2221 1275 http://www.agharta.cz/aghaprog... |
With just a handful of tables, almost no room at the bar and pillars blocking sightlines, this wouldn't seem a promising spot for a jazz club. Yet it consistently packs out every night as well-known local groups take to the tiny stage. There's also a small CD shop in front. Live music starts from 9pm. The club also sponsors the year-round AghaRTA Prague Jazz Festival. Featuring home-grown and foreign talent, there's a fantastic array of events, all listed on their Web site. Free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular with diplomats |
Trziste 23/255 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 5753 2461 http://www.baracnickarychta.cz/ |
This is a pub-style venue near the U.S. Embassy where the live music ranges from cover bands doing 60s Czech pop and Irish folk to big band swing. There is no live music on Sundays or Mondays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cellar music club |
Liliova 10 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2424 8794 http://www.joesgarage.cz/blues... |
This has become a favourite of old school blues and jazz types who get their nightly fix of live music and drink. The place has earned a good reputation for offering new acts as well as sponsoring the occasional bit of comic theatre and dance. A good sprinkling of jazz- or blues-hungry tourists visit especially in summer which adds a good mix to the mostly Czech-frequented club. Though a relatively new club, the space is ancient and the owners have done a good job of creating an ambience which rivals other local music venues in town. This place is definitely not for claustrophobics as it fills a warren of narrow vaulted chambers below a courtyard and is usually thick with cigarette smoke. Shows start at 9pm. Tickets: from 50 Kc Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Dance The Night Away |
Kaprova 5 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2481 3922 http://www.bodeguita.cz/ |
If you want to enjoy a good music and great food, La Bodeguita del Medio is where you want to be. The place is well-decorated and spacious, with more than enough room to enjoy dancing. The walls have grafitti all over and the place has a dingy look with not too much lighting. The floors are tiled. Beans and rice is the specialty here, so do try it out if you visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Slick Celtic bar |
Betlemske Namesti 8 Prague 11000 Czech Republic |
This is a late entry into the already saturated Irish/Celtic bar scene in town. What makes this one different is that they've dropped any pretense of being Celtic in anything but name. This large space with a hurts-your-eyes orange paint scheme seems to have found some kind of niche as a place for somewhat older British men to get drunk at. If this appeals to you, there is also a wide variety of food including sandwiches from and pasta. Lunch specials see prices halved on much of the menu. Those seeking something resembling Celtic authenticity should come on the weekend when there is live Irish music on tap. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ultra-hip & stylish |
V celnici 4 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2421 2240 http://www.celnice.com/ |
Celnice is a stylish nightclub and restaurant and is one of the swankiest spots in town. Owned by Pilshner Brewery, the club's uptairs restaurant specializes in delicious Czech cuisine like Roast Rabbit or Pork Knuckle. The pastas and salads are great too. The most alluring features of Celnice is the downstairs club. With the buzzing crowd, curvy centerpiece counter, as well as the ultra-hip tunes blasting in the background, it's easy to tell that this is one of the coolest hotspots in Prague. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Live music and restaurant |
Vaclavske namesti 4 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 (0)2 9624 9444 |
DeLux - a Thai restaurant, jazz club and dance club in one - is the newest link in a Canadian-owned chain of clubs and restaurants in the centre of town. The acts - featuring primarily local talent, as is the norm in Prague jazz clubs - range from straight modern jazz to funk and soul. Music is performed from 8-11pm (except on most Sundays and Mondays), and funk and soul is played on the dance floor nightly between 11pm and 4am. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Carnivore's paradise |
Vaclavske namesti 11 Kenvelo Center Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2162 9410 http://www.el-gaucho.cz |
This restaurant serves arguably the best steaks in town. The chefs at this rustic-style Argentine restaurant attribute the splendid taste to their secret combination of organic tenderizing and perfectly calculated cooking times over charcoal fires. Hearty portions of thick cuts - from rib-eyes and top sirloin to tenderloins and T-bones - make this place a paradise for steak lovers. Grilled chicken and fish dishes round off the menu and the well-stocked bar might make it hard to get up and leave! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sylish Music Club |
Zborovská 7 Praha 5 Prague Czech Republic +420 25 732 8571 http://www.musicbar.cz/futurum/ |
Futurum is an exciting live music venue and hotspot which features local bands and other cultural events. The interior is technoindustrio, with flashy lighting and exposed brick and metal. The venue also has a bar where you can get all different kinds of alcohol. Friday nights tend to draw large crowds of hipsters, ready to dance to the 80's and 90's dance beats and meet new people. This hotspot is not only fun, it's Futurumistic! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live jazz club |
Michalska 9 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 603 551 680 |
Here you can hear long-established local jazz names such as pianist Karel Ruzicka and his trio, or the Milan Svoboda Quartet. Those who can speak Czech (or those who can fake it) pay a lower entrance fee. Music is performed from 9pm to midnight. There is also a small hotel above the club. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Swing and sway |
Námestí Curieovych Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2171 4444 (Prague Tourist Information Centre) |
This floating club plies the river several nights a week, departing at 8:30p and returning at 11p. The music varies from cruise to cruise. You might hear dixieland, traditional jazz, swing or even world music. Truly an unforgettable experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live music and dancing |
Vodickova 36 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2421 7108 http://musicbar.iquest.cz/wwwr... |
A good time is almost guaranteed at this underground club with a long bar, ample seating and plenty of room to dance. Good Czech bands such as J.A.R. and big-band rockers like Laura and Her Tigers are regulars. A sixties, seventies or eighties themed disco is usually the Tuesday night special. Visiting jazz legends often play gigs here as well. With good drinks, good music, and a good attitude, this joint see your evening out right. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live Music & DJs |
Konevova 13 Prague Czech Republic +420 777 831 501 http://www.matrixklub.cz/ |
If you are in the mood for live Indie Rock, stop by the Matrix Club in Zizkov. Beer is inexpensive and the bar is extensive. Visit the website for details of upcoming concerts and parties. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pub with live music |
Michalska 12 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2423 0127 / +420 2 2423 0126 http://www.meloun.cz |
This is a courtyard pub which offers live music almost every night. You can hear live blues, folk and jazz or visit a recreated 'Czechoslovak disco' on Fridays and Saturdays. Live music begins at night so rememember to fix your schedule accordingly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Music for the masses |
Michalska 12 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 (0)2 2423 0127 / +420 (0)2 2423 0126 |
There may well come a time during your visit here when you've simply had enough of the historic castle, those beautiful Baroque churches, and of course, that old bridge. A time when all you really want to do is drink cheap beer with locals half your age as top 40 Czechoslovakian hits from the 60's are spun and sung. When that time comes simply drop that overpriced Pilsner you bought on the Square and head for this cavernous spot, no more than two minutes from the ever-popular clock. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live jazz |
Jungmannova 14 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2494 7777 |
A staple diet of Dixieland, swing and traditional music keeps the punters coming in (these tend to be mostly tourists, as at the other downtown jazz clubs). The club is situated in a courtyard linking Jungmannova and Vodickova streets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live jazz club |
Narodni 20 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 8484 1759 / +420 2 2493 3487 http://www.redutajazzclub.cz/ |
This Prague jazz club played its part in the cultural revival of the mid-60s. Much later, a sax player named Clinton took the stage here while on a state visit to the democratic Czech Republic. Although the line-up of acts may seem fairly static, there are a few relative newcomers such as the sultry singer Yvonne Sanchez who alternate with reliable old favourites, among them pianist Emil Viklicky and songstress Vlasta Pruchova (incidentally, she's Jan Hammer's mother). Live music starts at 9pm. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet Food |
Keplerova 6 Hotel Savoy Prague 118 00 Czech Republic +420 224 302 430 http://www.hotel-savoy.cz/cont... |
Restaurant Hradcany has imperial ambiance and great view of the sky with some great specialties everyday. The cuisine features local and international dishes for the menu depends solely on the seasonal availability of products. Restaurant Hradcany in Prague is regarded as the foremost leader in innovative cuisine. The place has live piano music and sometimes the center floor is cleared for dancing. It was recently nominated for the Top Ten of Maurer's Gourmet Guide. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Piano Bar Fun |
Dukelských Hrdinu 46 Prague 17000 Czech Republic +420 2 2080 6768 http://www.rhapsody.cz/ |
This dynamic piano bar, located in the too often neglected Holešovice district of Prague, boasts a beautiful interior, masterful pianists, and an all-star clientele. Notables from Prime Minister Vaclav Klaus to actor Michael Douglas have been spotted here at the bar, on the dance floor, or dining on one of the fine entrees like Scaloppine al Limone (veal slices on lemon sauce). The wine list is also one of the most extensive in Prague. Come on your birthday and get a free bottle of champagne to celebrate. This piano bar will definitely make for a classy and enjoyable night out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Rock revival |
Narodni trida 20 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2491 4416 http://www.rockcafe.cz/ |
'Revival bands', as the Czechs call cover bands, are big here - expect everything from The Doors to Stone Temple Pilots. Original bands tend to be more into hard rock.The venue's location at a busy public-transport hub ensures plenty of drop-in business. Film screenings take place daily at 7:30p. You can also buy CDs and recording equipment here and surf in the Internet cafe located in the premises. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Experimental space |
Dlouha 33 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2482 6296 http://www.roxy.cz/ |
This venue has become something of a landmark on the club scene, featuring a healthy dose of techno and house on the huge dance floor topped with a balcony. The staff prides itself on offering an experimental space where, in any given week, you might find a handful of the city's top DJs doing a benefit for a drug treatment centre, a screening of Barbarella, a performance by the wacky violinist Iva Bittova, a shadow play for puppets or even a concert by Asian Dub Foundation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Prague's best seafood restaurant |
Týnský dvur 5 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2489 5447 http://www.rybitrh.cz/ |
Escape the tourist onslaught of Old Town Square, pop into the quieter Tyn Square and head down a narrow passage where you will find this restaurant hiding unassumingly in the corner. Once inside, inspect the fresh catches of the day which have been flown in (pike perch, eel and salmon, to name a few) before taking a seat in the sleek, cavernous interior. For starters, dive into sea snails in garlic butter before choosing one of the freshwater or saltwater seafood options. In the warmer months, you can enjoy a pleasant, relaxing lunch outside under the twin towers of the Church of Our Lady before Tyn. According to The New York Times, this place offers "the freshest fish in Central Europe". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Alternative Club |
Opletalova 22 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 224 23 8920 http://www.brumlovka.cz |
Sky Club is a popular alternative club, that has also been host to the likes of His Holiness the Dali Lama. Tickets usually sell out fast; check the website for upcoming events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Well-known traditional Prague pub |
Kremencova 11 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2493 4019/ +420 2 2493 4020 http://www.ufleku.cz/ |
This popular historic pub, with a capacity for 1,200 people, was founded in 1499. The beer is brewed on site and a visit to the brewery part of the building is a must, as is a visit to the brewery museum. There is live traditional Czech music every evening and cabaret programmes are often arranged. During the summer months, there is a beer garden which can be used. This is a an excellent place to come to experience Czech tradition, style, music and service - as long as you can put up with the crowds of tourists making a racket. While you're, check out the brewery museum, gallery, and cabaret. There is traditional Czech decor, i.e. wooden tables and a few involuntary donations by wild animals on the walls. There are several rooms, each playing music. The clientele are mainly large groups of German and Italian tourists, which means it's very noisy. This is a traditional beer drinker's domain - noisy, but good-natured drinking is the name of the game. It can get very smoky, so if it's summer, you should sit in the garden if you want to avoid the smoke. Despite being completely overrun by tourists, this place does maintain some traditional Czech charm. Given that a lot of pubs close quite early, even in the centre, this can be a great late night haunt. Beer (Kc 50), wine (Kc 150 per bottle) and soft drinks are all available. The prices are higher than in other Czech pubs, but the management knows it could raise them higher and still draw people in. The food is also predominantly traditional Czech fare, but there are some more international dishes available. Quick lunches are reasonably priced at up to Kc 100, while dinners and specialities can cost twice this amount. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Young English performers |
Karmelitska 23 Prague 11800 Czech Republic +420 2 5753 5717 http://www.malyglen.cz |
This jazz and blues club, featuring a bar and rooms for rent, is popularly known as Little Glen's. A predominantly young English-speaking crowd comes here to listen to young, English-speaking performers, the occasional guest star and good local jazz acts such as pianist Najponk and bassist Robert Balzar. The upstairs bar leads to the small cellar club. Live music starts at 9p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For a late-night rendez-vous |
Karmelitská 23 Prague 11800 Czech Republic +420 2 5753 1717 http://www.malyglen.cz/ |
A popular hangout, its food and service are better than average and a comfortable vibe pervades throughout. For something more substantial, try the Chicken Kebab. Jazz fans take note as the tiny cellar plays host to live local jazz every night of the week. Usually frequented by people who like to linger and talk, this is perhaps the only place in town open till the wee hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lively music |
Tyn 2/260 Prague 11000 Czech Republic +420 2 2489 5748 http://www.jazzblues.cz/ |
The hippest stop in the burgeoning world of Prague jazz clubs is conveniently located in the upscale Tyn shopping precinct. The underground space in olde worlde Czech pub style reverbrates nightly to the sounds of old-time blues, electric blues, funk, fusion and jazz. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Garden in the Opera |
Legerova 75 Prague 12000 Czech Republic +420 2 2423 9685 http://www.zahradavopere.cz/ |
Imagine a little nook with a dual toned wooden decor, soft subdued lighting and gentle music. Sounds cozy, doesn't it? The Zahrada V Opere seems like it jumped out of a page from a romantic novel. There are even weapon wielding soldiers outside (guarding the Radio Free Europe headquarters) to add to the drama! You might not have violins serenading you, but fear not there is live music played on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The menu at the restaurant is limited and expensive, but wholesome. Savor the Grilled Duck Breast with a crisp glass of wine and take in the ambience. Head here when your intent is to impress. Review © 2007, Wcities |