Restaurace Mlejnice

My mom read about this restaurant in one of her guide books/literature while researching for our trip. While we were in the Czech Republic, we wanted to make sure we could try authentic Czech cuisine. This place nails it.

The restaurant is not far from the Old Town Square, but doesn't have quite as many tourists as one might expect due to its proximity to major thoroughfares. It can get crowded. However, we were lucky and were there on a day when it wasn't bad. Although we didn't get a great table (we had to sit close to the door which was a bit drafty), we were seated immediately.

The restaurant is cozy and the decor is agragarian with lots of antique wheelbarrows and plows in the rafters. I think they're trying for a country/farm kitchen type atmosphere. Expect lots of meats and large portions.

Unfortunately, I did not take notes on what we ordered. I know I ordered a mint tea, which was served with fresh mint leaves and tasted wonderful. I also ordered a dish that I don't think is exactly traditional, but was excellent nonetheless. The others in my group made better choices, I think, but all of the plates were really tasty. Prices are reasonable and portions are large. Lots of meats adorn the menu. The included side dishes were mostly veggies and seemed pretty fresh.

We regret not returning for another meal before leaving Prague. I would definitely return on any future visit and probably make it a point to go here for the first meal (and return a few more times). I recommend this restaurant to anyone that wants to try good Czech food. Hands down, this was the favourite restaurant of our group.