U Kroka is the Czech equivalent of a gastro pub. To find this place you’ll need to head away from Prague Castle, along the river towards Prague’s second castle, Vyšehrad.
Vyšehrad was founded by Duke Krok – hence the restaurant name.
There is a large outdoor terrace – still open at 9pm on a warm Monday evening in October.
Inside is a modern bar/restaurant. It wasn’t busy, but there were three staff on duty.
The waitress was friendly. A 0.3l dark Kozel beer was 35 Kč. A 0.15l glass of Merlot was especially good value at 55 Kč – and was very drinkable, A carafe of tap water was 35 Kč and was refiled for free.
We chose the grilled duck breast with sweet potato confit, parsnip and apple purée 325 Kč. Sadly, our waitress forgot to put the order into the kitchen until we reminded her 40 minutes later – she was very apologetic. The dish was worth the wait.
I’d definitely return to U Kroka, despite the mistake with the order and would recommend you pay a visit.
U Kroka
Vratislavova 28/12,
128 00 Prague
Czech Republic
Open Monday to Saturday 11am – 11pm
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