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Executive Chef Lukáš Hlaváček doesn't just rely on the view. He spent time in two and three-star kitchens in London and California. You can see that rigour on the plate. It's precise. It's international. He sources the best products on the planet. You'll find Black Caviar Beluga Sturia Malossol on the menu. Try the Bluefin Tuna with Ossetra Caviar and shiso. It shows a clear Japanese influence. The Japanese Wagyu A5 Beef is the standout. It’s a masterclass in flavor. The food actually lives up to the scenery.

The cellar is serious. They're one of only 100 places in the Moët & Chandon Privileges Club. That means they get bottles you can't find elsewhere. Think 1978 Magnums or a 2000 Methuselah. They also hold Louis XIII Cognac Fortress status. Only 40 places on earth can say that. The staff is trained to serve this cognac with a specific ceremony. If you're doing the tasting menu, get the pairings. The sommeliers pull from all over Europe. Every glass has a purpose.

This place has history. It's known as the House at the Golden Well. Tycho de Brahe, the astronomer, used to live here. In 2008, architects Lorenzo Carmellini and Katrin Herden stripped away the clutter. They used dark floors and clean lines. It works. Your eyes go straight to the spires of the city center. The terrace opens in April. It has overhead heaters and thermal blankets if the wind picks up. They don't cram people in. They prioritize your view over extra tables. For something private, book the gazebo in the Palace Gardens. It offers a nine-course Wagyu menu.

You’re right next to Prague Castle. Legend says Emperor Rudolf II used a secret tunnel to get from the gardens to the house. You can't use that door today. But the castle feels close enough to touch. Keep an eye on the clock. The Royal and South Gardens close for state events without warning. Check the schedule before you go. You don't want a security sweep ruining your walk after dinner.