Lvi Dvur Restaurant

The building dates from 1581, when Emperor Rudolf II constructed an enclosure to house his menagerie of animals, which included a lion.

A recent renovation of the restaurant has preserved its Renaissance aesthetics, which evoking the spirit of 16th-century Prague, while creating a modern Czech dining experience which everyone will enjoy.

The restaurant spans two floors, but most guests choose to dine in the glass-sided conservatory at the rear - a light and airy space where you can immerse yourself in views of St. Vitus Cathedral and the Prague Castle gardens.

In the warmer months, guests can also dine outside on the terrace and in the garden, where there are equally beautiful views of the majestic surroundings.

In preparing its dishes, Lvi Dvur combines the rich flavours of traditional Czech cuisine with modern culinary techniques.

Using authentic Czech recipes and locally sourced ingredients, it offers modern interpretations of classic Bohemian dishes such as goulash with farmer's sausage, roast duck, beef sirloin steak, schnitzel, and roast pork.

Sides include dumplings and red cabbage, potato pancakes, potato salad, and buttered vegetables.

The drinks list features wines that pair well with the food, while Czech beers Pilsner Urquell and Kozel perfectly complement the hearty Czech fare.

Lvi Dvur is ideal to combine with a visit to Prague Castle, but it also makes for a pleasant excursion away from the city center—simply to dine somewhere different.

The restaurant is conveniently located near the main Prague Castle tram stop, just a short tram or taxi ride from the center.

At the end of your meal, rather than returning the way you came, you could stroll through the castle complex (free to enter), and walk down Nerudova Street. This route takes you back to the Lesser Town and Charles Bridge.