Here are the Most Delicious Fast Food to Try in Prague
This is a no-brainer. The culinary heritage of Prague is quite rich. It’s full of variety, color, and flavor. The difference comes in your preference. Some people are into authentic traditional Czech cuisines, others have picky taste buds while some want reasonable prices for high quality.
On top of that, many of those searching for fast food are looking for quick and convenient options. This is according to the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. They researched adults and teens within the Twin Cities area in the U.S.A. The research came up with this account in 2008, Why Eat at Fast-Food Restaurants: Reported Reasons among Frequent Consumers.
Further, the findings detailed that 92% of those interviewed loved fast food because it is quick, 80% admitted that most of the facilities offering the same were easy to access and 69% said the taste is great. Another 63% argued that such food is inexpensive while 53% chose fast food because they are too busy to cook. About 50% considered it as a treat to themselves. How about you? You’re maybe looking for fast food for the same reasons. Take a look at what choices exist in Prague.
Here is the Most Delicious Fast Food to Try in Prague.
1. Burgers
A Hamburger by Andra from Pexels
There are two sides to this one. First are those that are conservative and wish to stick to a familiar taste. Thus you can go for the same old well-known options such as McDonald’s, Burger King, and KFC, or take your pick. They offer the same options pretty much across the globe so it’s no different in Prague.
Go ahead and pick you’re “Big Mac” and we nod to their taste it’s amazing. Moreover, they are full of variety to choose from like chicken burgers, nuggets, fries, drinks, ice cream, cakes, and more. Also, Burger King has a commendable variety and good-sized burgers stuffed with bacon, and cheese and you can also enjoy their wraps which are all awesome in taste.
Additionally, if it’s your first time visiting Prague, you can play safe by going to a one-stop facility where you can eat, shop, and have a feel of Prague in one location. Thus Palladium is a good spot because it’s one of Prague’s biggest malls. There are countless fast food chains inside including those we have discussed and ethnic-based ones like Indian, Chinese, and so on. The mall has plenty of parking slots, restaurants, stores, and shops. It’s within the city center so if you’re trying to master your way around, that’s a perfect start.
The second side is the experimental lot of us. There are many Burger options throughout Prague. Yet if you are visiting it might be a challenge to know where to get a nice burger with the right taste and texture in place. We are talking, about a sweet, sour, salt taste with a bit of crunch, a juicy patty, a soft but sturdy bun, and an even ratio of the stuffing from the first to the last bite. Do you relate to this? You won’t find this experience everywhere so let us give you a surety of taste with our Prague food tours. Check them out.
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2. Svíčková or svíčková na smetaně
This Czech meat dish is a classic and to some, it’s worth the calories. It is a presentation of perfectly cooked beef tenderloin and a mouth-watering creamy sauce. The sauce consists of sour cream, milk, and flour on most occasions. Best served with boiled bread or potato dumplings, whipped cream, a slice of lemon, and in some facilities, they add cranberries.
Over and above that, there is no standard recipe for Svíčková, everyone uses what they consider best for them. Though inviting it takes time to prepare the cuisine but to have it quick and convenient visit a restaurant that offers the “tray service”. This means restaurants where you walk in, pick a plate/tray, and order from a display of ready-to-eat foods. More like what happens in a deli shop set up but this time you begin by picking a tray and then choosing from ready meals. With food on your tray, you proceed to eat it like you would in a restaurant.
There are many options within Prague such as Havelská Koruna, popular among locals and tourists. It’s near the Old Town square and good thing they have a menu in photos at the entrance so if language is a barrier go for the pictures. Country Life Restaurant and Apetit are other gems around the Old Town Square. Prices are reasonable and the portions are enough to fill you up.
3. Grilled sausage
Praguers call it Grilované klobásy. You can find them everywhere in Prague. They are in most restaurants, food stalls, and many beer gardens across the city. Pivo (Czech name for beer) lovers credit it as a perfect pair for a cold glass of Pilsner beer. It is a composition of grilled sausage placed inside a roll and served with ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise sauces on the side.
This is a delicacy, after the sausage is grilled, it’s left juicy with high flavor. Hence the different sauces that go with it provide a contrasting taste to the rich flavor of the sausage. Do you want a taste of it? Jump on our food tours and we will show you where there is the best value for money.
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Trdelník is the Prague name for the Chimney cake. You will find it with many street vendors across the city, in cafes, restaurants, and some bars. It’s a local favorite and tourists alike. This sweet pastry is prepared from dough wrapped around a stick and the stick is placed over a highly heated flame until the color of the pastry turns golden brown. Afterward, it’s rolled in sugar, brushed with some butter, and sprinkled with fillings inside. It’s tasty and a must-try in Prague and here’s the kick, you can learn how to make one in our hands-on Prague cooking classes. See them below.
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5. Czech pancakes or Palačinky
Pancakes with Raspberries and Powdered Sugar by solod_sha from Pexels
The Czech pancakes are thin and the recipe consists of flour, milk, eggs, sugar, salt, and melted butter. What’s more, they are filled with sweeteners like ice cream, whipped cream, jam, sweet cheese, fruits, and nuts. Thus they are oftentimes sweet desserts. They are like the French crepes but the Czechs are keen on their pancake presentation, it’s rolled up to the shape of a straw. Savor this hearty dish in restaurants, cafes, and food carts all over the city.
6. Fried Cheese
Smažený sýr is the name you may encounter while in Prague. The dish is made of a large chunk of cheese, marinated in eggs, milk, and herbs mixture then dredged and in the end deep fried. The result is a golden brown crispy block of cheese on the outside but gooey on the inside. It’s served with fries, a salad, and sauce. You can only tell how good it is after a personal interaction with the cuisine.
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7. Goulash
Goulash Soup Dish by Rita E from Pixabay
This hearty meal comes in different variations. There is beef, pork, chicken, and fish version of it. It’s a mind-blowing stew high in flavor, served with dumplings making it a perfect palate. A good meal to keep warm during the cold season yet one that is delicious and leaves you satisfied.
8. Potato pancakes or Bramborak
No Czech can bash this menu, it’s a staple for most households. You will find it in almost every corner of Prague including food stalls and carts. These pancakes are made by shredding raw potatoes once peeled and mixing them with milk, eggs, flour, salt, pressed garlic, and marjoram (herb). The batter is stirred to achieve a semi-fluid consistency and fried on a pan until golden brown on both sides.
Bramborak can be served as a snack or as part of a full-course meal. They can be made into large sizes or small fist-sized ones called “bramboráčky” that you may often find in pubs presented as a side dish alongside different meat cuisines.
One is never enough so learning to make them is an amazing thing, check out our Prague cooking classes here.
9. Pickled cheese (Nakládaný hermelín)
This is unique and you can find it all around the city. It comes with some dark bread, spicy peppers, and sweet onions. You may be surprised by the taste of the cheese, it has a sweeter taste rather than the expected salty. It is a delicacy found in restaurants and bars as a snack.
10. Open-faced sandwich
When you see Chlebíčky on the menu, it’s a reference to an Open-faced sandwich. This is one of the food niceties Prague has to offer. The natives love it for breakfast or lunch. You can’t miss it during social gatherings and celebrations. The sandwich is a baguette-like bread topped with ham, egg, cheese, meat, pickles, salami, and much more. Get these sandwiches in deli shops, restaurants, or food stalls in Prague. The available options can be overwhelming, do you agree? You can quit the hit-or-miss trials and let our experts show you where to eat the best Chlebíčky.
11. Prague schnitzel
This menu is common in most Prague restaurants. The pork type of Schnitzel is popular but there is also a chicken variation. It’s made of boneless pork chops breaded and fried to a golden brown color and a crispy taste. It goes well with a creamy potato salad that consists of boiled potatoes, eggs, and root vegetables, then is coated in mayonnaise. The process is similar for the chicken schnitzel only that boneless and skinless chicken breasts are used.
12. Pork knuckle
This cuisine is tick as a traditional Czech meal and fast food. Some Czechs consider it a good treat and choose to have it only on holidays. Visitors to Prague enjoy it and the locals can’t get enough of it so it’s in almost all Prague restaurants. It’s prepared by boiling the pork knuckle, marinating it, sometimes dark beer is poured on it then it’s roasted. Furthermore, it’s served with a sauce, pickled, and root vegetables.
13. Roasted duck
Roasted Duck by Rita E from Pixabay
Praguers call it pecena kachna and is a local favorite. The duck meat is seasoned with herbs such as marjoram and caraway seeds added to give it more flavor. Afterward, oven-roasted under medium heat to a golden color and crispy consistency on the outside yet maintains a soft feel inside. The meal is paired with potatoes and salad as side servings. Find it in most Prague restaurants.
Goose Thigh and potato dumplings by Ivabalk from Pixabay
You will get both savory and fruit dumplings everywhere in Prague. They are shared with goulash and svičková which we already tackled earlier on. The fruit dumplings range from strawberry, blueberry, apricot, and jam to name a few. Take precautions you can only eat a few otherwise you will end up with a bloated stomach and we’ve not included the calories yet.
15. Koleno
This dish is sometimes called pecene veprove koleno. Moreover, it’s unique because it comes from pork knee, which is marinated overnight in spices and then roasted in an oven to a dark brown color. Tourists celebrate it because it’s not found in many parts of the world. It’s sold at fair prices throughout many Prague restaurants and pubs.
16. Raiska omáčka
Forget pronouncing it and know it is beef with sweet tomato sauce. The sauce consists of tomatoes, and tomato paste and is sweetened with different spices. The beef is cooked separately but it is presented on one plate with the sauce and some dumplings.
17. Gingerbread
Cookies and a beverage by Kristina Aleksandrova from Pexels
This is one of the prominent Czech sweets. You can have it undecorated or make it appetizing with jam, chocolate, almonds, or nuts fillings. They exist in different sizes and shapes. You will have a good taste of it in Gingerbread shops like Perníčkův Sen among others in Prague. The good thing is that you can find other Prague sweets like cakes and many goodies in such stores.
18. Tatarák
This is not for everyone, only for the super adventurous lionhearts. Those that can handle wild game meat the likes of crocodiles, anyone? This one’s for you. It’s made out of raw beef that is minced in many scenarios and mixed with spices. It is plated in a circular bowl-like shape. The advantage of Tatarák is that the meat is fresh and the spices make it flavorsome.
19. Authentic Czech cuisines and beer
It is Prague! the capital of the Czech Republic which happens to be Central Europe’s leading per capita beer consumer. We can’t wrap up without a mention of their Pivo(beer).
To boot, many of the traditional Czech dishes in Prague can pair well with beer. There are many locations you can savor original Czech-style cooking such as Lokal, a famous gastropub for locals and tourists. They have at least six sites within Prague including the Old Town Square vicinity. Explore more of these gastropubs on our food tours.
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20. Moravian wine
Those who appreciate sipping a glass of wine in Prague don’t miss out on the Moravian wine. It is 100% made locally and the taste is unmatched. Over and above that, over 90 percent of Czech wine comes from the Moravia zone. This is your deal, you can have the chance to visit some of these vineyards. Learn the wine-making process from experts, enter their cellar and sample its flavors on our Prague food tours.
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