Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Prague: The Best Tables for 2026-2027, from Two-Star Papilio to Karlín

Updated November 2026 by the Prague team of AC PRIVATE - A List concierge.

Since December 2025, the Czech Republic has its own Michelin Guide, and Prague has become a culinary destination in its own right. The first national selection features 79 restaurants: one two-star, eight one-star, four Green Stars, 18 Bib Gourmands and 52 recommended addresses. Michelin then ranked Czechia second among its 16 best destinations for food lovers in 2026. Here are the tables that truly matter in and around Prague, and how to book them.

At a glance: Prague’s best starred tables

• Two stars: Papilio in Vysoký Újezd, about twenty minutes from Prague, the first two-star restaurant in the country’s history.
• One star in Prague: La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise, Field and Casa de Carli in the Old Town, Štangl in Karlín, LEVITATE in Vinohrady.
• Best value: Výčep, a Bib Gourmand and sister restaurant of La Degustation.

Papilio: Czechia’s first two-star restaurant

In Vysoký Újezd, around twenty minutes’ drive from central Prague, chef Jan Knedla made history by earning the first two stars ever awarded in Czechia. His cooking combines French technical precision, Asian refinement and local produce, with striking visual care and play on textures.

Our tip: arrange a chauffeur so you can fully enjoy the wine pairing, and book several weeks ahead.

Prague’s five starred tables

La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise (Staré Město)

On Haštalská Street in the Old Town, the team of Oldřich Sahajdák and Marco Christov reinterprets Bohemian culinary heritage through a long tasting menu. Starred for many years, it kept its star in the first national guide. It is the ideal address to understand what Czech cuisine can become.

Field (Staré Město)

Led by chef Radek Kašpárek, Field serves contemporary, produce-driven Czech cuisine, precise and plant-forward. Like La Degustation, it retained its star. Tables go quickly: allow several weeks’ notice.

Casa de Carli (Staré Město)

Matteo de Carli and Lenka Hermanová serve Northern Italian cooking with house-made pasta in a quiet Old Town dining room. Starred in 2026, it is the most convivial address in the selection, perfect for a business lunch.

Štangl (Karlín)

Karlín, a former industrial district revived along the Vltava, has become Prague’s culinary laboratory. Štangl holds a star there and alone justifies leaving the historic centre.

LEVITATE (Vinohrady)

In the elegant residential district of Vinohrady, LEVITATE serves 12- or 18-course menus blending Nordic technique, Czech ingredients and Asian spices, with a sommelier-led wine list. It is Prague’s boldest dining experience.

Beyond the stars: addresses worth knowing

Výčep, La Degustation’s Bib Gourmand sister, runs on a carte blanche concept unique in Prague. The guide also recommends Dejvická 34 and U Matěje in Prague 6. Gault&Millau, whose second Czech edition lists 334 restaurants, and the La Liste ranking confirm the momentum.

Summary table

Restaurant	Neighbourhood	Distinction	Style
Papilio	Vysoký Újezd (≈ 20 min)	2 stars	French technique, Asian touches
La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise	Staré Město	1 star	Bohemian heritage revisited
Field	Staré Město	1 star	Contemporary Czech
Casa de Carli	Staré Město	1 star	Northern Italian
Štangl	Karlín	1 star	Contemporary
LEVITATE	Vinohrady	1 star	Nordic, Czech, Asian
Výčep	Staré Město	Bib Gourmand	Carte blanche

A three-day gastronomic itinerary in Prague

Day 1, Bohemia reinvented: lunch at Výčep, dinner at La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise. Day 2, the new guard: lunch at Casa de Carli, a stroll through Vinohrady, dinner at LEVITATE. Day 3, excellence: lunch at Field or Štangl, then a chauffeured dinner at Papilio.

How to book a starred table in Prague

The best tables often seat only a few dozen guests. In high season and in December, book several weeks ahead. Mention allergies and dietary requirements when booking: a tasting menu is prepared in advance. For a group, a private buyout or a dinner with a chef at home, work with an intermediary who knows the houses.

Frequently asked questions

How many Michelin-starred restaurants are there in Prague?

Five one-star restaurants in Prague itself: La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise, Field, Casa de Carli, Štangl and LEVITATE. The country’s only two-star, Papilio, is about twenty minutes from the city.

What is the best restaurant in Prague?

According to the Michelin Guide, Papilio, the only Czech two-star. Within Prague, La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise and Field are the most established starred tables.

Is there a Michelin Guide for the Czech Republic?

Yes, since December 2025. The first edition covers the whole country and lists 79 restaurants.

How far ahead should I book?

Allow several weeks for starred tables, and more in December or for weekends.

Where to eat well in Prague without a tasting menu?

Bib Gourmands such as Výčep and recommended addresses such as Dejvická 34 or U Matěje offer excellent cooking in a more relaxed setting.

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