U Kurelů interior.

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U Kurelů

Prague


Originally opened in 1907, this well-kept, more civilised Žižkov tavern has changed only slightly since 1989, still sporting its typical wood inventory and dim lighting. Though the menu of burgers, nachos and quesadillas would have seemed like something from outer space in those days, the Urquell and Gambrinus have remained. There's also a long cocktail and non-alcoholic list.


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