Czechia Has Ten MICHELIN Stars

Papilio Restaurant Awarded Two Stars

The experiential Papilio restaurant in Vysoký Újezd, set amidst the Brdy forest near the Albatross Golf Course, just 20 minutes from Prague, has every reason to celebrate. Chef Jan Knedla and his team were awarded two MICHELIN stars. Housed in the former castle stables with a stunning vaulted ceiling, this chic restaurant the open kitchen offers tasting menus expertly paired with both wine and tea.

Major Tourist Attractions Near Papilio (10–30 km):

• Karlštejn Castle: One of the best-known Czech castles, a striking medieval landmark ideal for a half-day trip.

• Svatý Jan pod Skalou: A historic Baroque monastic complex set in beautiful natural surroundings.

• Koněprusy Caves: An extensive karst cave system featuring fascinating stalactite formations (the largest in Bohemia).

• Beroun: A historic town with a picturesque centre.

8 Czech Restaurants Received One MICHELIN Star

Eight Czech restaurants have been awarded one MICHELIN star, six of them for the first time. Among them are the renowned ESSENS in Hlohovec near Břeclav (part of the CHATEAU DE FRONTIER hotel resort) in the UNESCO-listed Lednice-Valtice complex; the modern Entrée in Olomouc with an open kitchen and a unique concept; and the stylish La Villa in Zlín, serving a fusion of French and Czech cuisine.

In Prague, notable newcomers include LEVITATE, which combines predominantly Czech ingredients with Asian spices and Nordic elements, the Italian fine-dining restaurant Casa De Carli, and the modern restaurant Štangl.

Meanwhile, Field and La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise in Prague successfully retained their MICHELIN stars, further affirming the city’s status as a culinary hub.

18 Bib Gourmand restaurants in Czechia

52 MICHELIN recommended restaurants 

A total of 52 more restaurants in Czechia are included in the Michelin selection. Italian cuisine is represented by Aromi, CottoCrudo, and La Finestra in Cucina. Those seeking traditional Czech cuisine can visit Bockem or Café Imperial. Michelin also recognized the steakhouse Monarch, while French and Mediterranean cuisine can be enjoyed at La Veranda and Pot au Feu. Restaurants focusing on modern gastronomy include Benjamin, Grand Cru, Portfolio, Salabka, and V Zátiší. Rounding out the selection are QQ Asian Kitchen and Taro, both specialising in Asian cuisine, as well as Yamato, a Japanese restaurant.

Three MICHELIN Guide Special Awards

Three experts in their respective fields have received a MICHELIN Guide Special Award for their exemplary work:

• MICHELIN Service Award was granted to Miroslav Nosek, who welcomes his guests at Field restaurant in Prague with remarkable courtesy and a great care.

• MICHELIN Young Chef Award went to Khanh Ta, chef of the Vietnamese restaurant Taro, also located in Prague.

• MICHELIN Sommelier Award was received by Zdeněk Oudes at the restaurant Marie B, also located in Prague.

Four Green Stars in Czechia

The Green Star honours sustainably minded restaurants that impressed the inspection team with their inspiring practices which are helping to shape the future of gastronomy. Four establishments in Czechia were granted a Green Star for their innovative concepts. They are Dvůr Perlová voda ⬈ in Budyně nad Ohří, LEAF ⬈ and Štangl ⬈ in Prague, and Sůl a Řepa in Strakonice.

Gastronomy tourism in Czechia: a rich and diverse food scene

Czechia is home to a rich and diverse food scene, blending traditional Czech flavors with influences from neighboring countries and international trends. The country’s cuisine is celebrated for its hearty dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, such as wild game meat, fresh fish from the rivers and lakes, as well as seasonal products like vegetables and berries, all complemented by world-famous Czech beers as well as great wines from innovative producers. An increasing number of chefs are now combining classical cooking with modern techniques, ensuring that the Czech food scene remains exciting and steadily evolving.

Let´s taste more in Czechia!