Kosher Food in Prague – The Complete Guide for Kosher Observers in the Czech Republic
Looking for kosher food in Prague? Planning a trip and don’t want to compromise on kosher standards? The city of Prague offers a variety of options for religious and observant travelers – from meat and dairy restaurants to bakeries, grocery stores, and even kosher Kürtősh on the street. Here is a detailed guide to help you enjoy the city without giving up on kosher standards. Credit: Dudi Rubinstein
Kosher Hotel in Prague – King David
If you’re looking for a hotel with kosher food – King David Hotel Prague is the ideal choice. The hotel operates under the supervision of Rabbi Eliyahu Rotenberg and offers a variety of kosher options:
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Dairy Buffet Breakfast – Priority for hotel guests, external entry subject to availability
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Meat Buffet Dinner – Tasty and satisfying, with the same entry policy
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Dairy Lobby Bar – Open daily from 11:00–23:00
To book a stay/rooms at King David Hotel Prague including kosher meals – call the hotel directly at the Israeli number: 03-9119388 (toll-free from Israel)
Kosher Food in Prague by Chabad
Prague has a particularly active Chabad center, offering several restaurants and culinary spots with strict kosher supervision under Rabbi Manis Barash, Chabad emissary to the Czech Republic:
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The Chabad Kosher GRILL – A meat restaurant with an Israeli grill style
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U Milo – A pleasant dairy restaurant open also on Saturday nights
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Our Pizza (Shelanu) – A dairy pizzeria with familiar and beloved dishes
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Kosher Grocery – Offers basic products and is located at the Chabad of Prague
Additional Kosher Food Options in the Local Jewish Community
The Jewish community of Prague also offers a variety of places to eat under the local rabbinical supervision:
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MIZLALA – A meat restaurant in the Jewish center
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Kosher Restaurant Shalom – A dairy and meat restaurant depending on the day
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Kosher Grocery – Located at the Jewish Town Hall
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Mansson’s Bakery – Offers certain breads with kosher certification, important to verify at the separate counter
Kosher Kürtősh and Pancakes in Prague
Although Prague is known for its street stalls – kosher observers can enjoy a kosher Kürtősh and delicious treats:
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Trdelník & Coffee – A Kürtősh stall with Jewish community kosher certification, located in the alley opposite the Altneuschul
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Chabad Kosher Pancakes – Sweet, warm, and indulgent
Shabbat Meals in Prague
Staying in Prague during Shabbat? Here are the places offering a kosher Shabbat meal (with prior registration):
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Chabad House Prague – A warm and family-like atmosphere
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King David Hotel – A lavish meal for hotel guests, and subject to availability – also for external guests
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Restaurant Shalom at the Community House – Another pleasant option for a Shabbat meal
Minyanim in Prague – Daily and Shabbat Prayers
In terms of prayers, Prague does not disappoint. You can join daily and Shabbat minyanim at the following addresses:
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Chabad House Prague
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King David Hotel
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Community Synagogue – Minyan only on Shabbat (there are currently no minyanim at the Altneuschul)
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