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    Restaurace Maitrea

    4.5 (188 reviews)
    ModerateVegetarian
    Closed 11:30 am - 4:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Ambiance
    Divya V.

    I stumbled upon this place as I was looking for vegetarian/ vegan options and I'm so glad I found this place. The ambiance has a very bohemian and soothing touch, you can see fountains and buddha statues all along. Maitrea is a complete vegetarian restaurant, serving local Czech delicacies. I tried the vegan Ghaloush and it was so so good. Typical Czech dishes are meat heavy so I am glad I got an opportunity to try something local and appreciate it. The dish had stewed veggies, a lot of spices and flavour and was served with horseradish dumplings and bread. Most of the tables around me had ordered Aperol Spritz, and I ordered the same, it was so good! Are you even on vacation if you don't drink Aperol/ Mai Tai?! Maitrea serves local delicacies as well as other vegetarian cuisines to fit everyone's palate. My vegetarian/ vegan friends, definitely give this place a try!

    Ghoulash with Dumplings
    Sara V.

    Such a delight to find an all vegetarian place with clearly marked Vegan, GF options. Tried the soy goulash and while I was nervous about how it looked, it was super tasty. The thai red curry was great as well. Friendly staff.

    Amelia M.

    Food 12/10. Amazing vegetarian restaurant, but a bit on the pricey side. I got the fresh veggie salad and the pumpkin curry...both were phenomenal! Highly recommend. Beautiful interior, the downstairs is very intimate, I loved it!

    Sabrina N.

    As I am not a vegetarian or vegan, I would say that this restaurant is rather decent borderline food. I came to this restaurant with a colleague that is vegetarian and ordered the Tex Mex quesadilla. The quesadilla itself was good as well as the guacamole. The rice, however, was very bland and dry. My colleague ordered the salad and the Sweet Potato Curry. While I did not try it, she stated she enjoyed it. The ambience is quiet and nice. As far as service goes, the man who assisted us was quite nice and helpful.

    Vegan goulash with potatoes
    Reginice C.

    This restaurant has a few vegan options. Well, this was my first time having goulash and it was sooo delicious! The flavors, the paprika, the texture of the vegan meat, all on point! I considered going back to have it again, but I opted not too because I had a few vegan spots to visit on my stay. I didn't enjoy the taste of the raw chocolate avocado mousse; didn't finish it. If I am ever to visit Prague again; this will be my first stop for a meal.

    Hasti M.

    My favorite place in Prague, this place is a MUST! Beautiful design, atmosphere and the friendliest staff. The Jasmine tea was the best I've ever had, and the truffle risotto was out of this world. Everything is vegetarian and vegan, and the prices are beyond reasonable. *make a reservation* 100% recommend!

    The papaya salad variant, the pea soup, and the "goat dumplings"
    Hollwyood C.

    Very bohemian and different from your typical restaurant in Prague. The main purpose of the place is to provide vegetarian or vegan options in a city that usually has a meat and potato type feel to it, think (goulash) etc. I'm not necessarily a vegan although trying to make an attempt to eat more plant based based on the group I'm with. Per Helena, who was our server, the menu does get changed every couple of months. Some of the previous Yelp comments of delicious Risotto, are no longer offered. The items ordered were the goat dumplings, a variant of papaya salad, and two different quesadilla. They did have a vegan goulash and a vegan paella option, but I'm so used to those items being traditionally with either beef or a seafood medley that we didn't bother with trying! (Lame) I know! The papaya salad and pea soup were delish and hit the spot. Not sure what was going on with the "goat dumpling" but it didn't resemble a traditional goat cheese dumpling at all. I usually like dumplings, and I usually like goat dumplings but this wasn't a hit. The quesadilla were a hit since they are such a comfort food. It was a 50 50 split with the group, some loved the spinach varieties and some loved the non spinach one. Overall lot of different main stream foods are offered as a vegan or vegetarian option. The decor of the place is very bohemian, Buddha statues, it gives a tropical, Bali type vibe. You do need a reservation ahead of time, so make sure you call at least several hours ahead of time. They seem to be strict about the 15 minute tardiness policy, so don't be surprised if they might give your table away. For drinks, the mint lemonade would hit the spot!

    Vegan stir fry with seitan. A bit sweet and fantastic.
    Mark C.

    One of my favorite restaurants in Prague. Great vegetarian food, including versions of traditional Czech dishes. I went three times during our week-long visit and enjoyed the stir fry, especially. Excellent service.

    Vegan pea cream soup
    Matt B.

    Located on a quiet street within the Old Town, this is a fancier sit-down vegetarian restaurant with plenty of vegan (and veganizable) options that are clearly marked on the menu (available in English). I ordered their vegan pea cream soup (95 Ck) to start and their bulgur risotti (255 Ck) which can be made vegan. Both were impeccably done. The pea soup was richly flavoured, with a drizzle of olive oil on top and a nicely seasoned pea character. This was the best of the pea soups I tried on this trip. 5/5 The risotto was simply sublime. The "nomeat" texture was really interesting and fit perfectly in this dish -- almost like a mix of artichoke and firm thinly sliced tofu. Wonderfully seasoned and a pretty damn large portion. Wonderful dish. 5/5 Service was friendly and fast. Quite simply, this was one of the best meals I had on this week-long trip to Czech. Highly recommended.

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    Lani N.

    If you ever find yourself in Prague and are either a vegetarian or vegan, Maitrea may be a choice resauraunt for you. I definitely am an omnivore but enjoyed this lighter fare. Seated downstairs, we relaxed and ordered two entrees and a salad. The Spinach Quesadilla tasted amazing and was warm and had a plate of sides (guacamole, salsa, sour cream) to compliment the item. Oddly the quesadilla was rolled like a wrap and wasn't in a typical flat quesadilla form but that didn't stop us from enjoying the hot food. I ravished eating some greens in the Goat Cheese Salad but thought the item didn't have a complementary flavor profile. While I enjoy olives, green grapes, walnuts and goat cheese I didn't think all of these ingredients were cohesive. In my opinion this restaurant is preferable to Clear Head, another vegetarian restaurant by the same owner, as the menu selection and ambience is superior.

    Me and the gang + nachos
    Jordan T.

    This restaurant has some of the tastiest food I've ever had. Prague isn't the most vegetarian friendly place but this restaurant is absolutely amazing and I miss it so much. The BBQ jackfruit nachos were the best nachos I've ever had. I stayed for 10 days and ate/ordered from here 4 times. The restaurant has a very cool and friendly vibe and the waitstaff were nice. Definitely try and get a reservation, especially on the weekend.

    Healty poké bowl with chickpeas, roasted sweet potatoes, avocado, edamame with dressing and jasmine rice
    Dana E.

    My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Maitrea. Despite having no reservation and with a full restaurant (staff cautioned us the food would take a while to come) We were immediately offered a table and appetizers and drinks came quickly. My husband who is not vegetarian enjoyed the Kra Pao of minced no-meat with chilli, egg, garlic, bamboo shoots with jasmine rice; I had the "healthy poke bowl with sweet potatoes, avocado, chickpeas, edamame,cabbage and pickled onions. Everything delicious and the service was perfect. The design of the restaurant with natural elements such as a beautifully curved wood bench and light fixtures that look like squash blossoms, added a natural and artistic feel to the ambience. Recommend!

    Adrienne G.

    Lucky enough to have an open table, karma smiled on us with Restaurace Mailrea. Nice Asian theme with Buddha's all around, we were seated downstairs and the ceiling was light up like a daytime sky which was very happy and open Everything is vegan here but we were looking for a traditional dish so we chose the Veggie goulash with dumplings......the dumplings here are not the expected German / Bavarian style we were used to. These were what the Mr described as "napkin style" where a huge roll is made then sliced. To me they tasted like sliced bread but they were still tasty Dark super flavorful gravy and hunks of tempeh, this was savory, warming and hit the spot after walking around the cold Christmas markets all day

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    This place was great! Staff was friendly. Atmosphere interesting. And the food delicious. The vegan risotto was my favorite!

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    amazing gluten free and vegan food. Truly refreshing to find in europe and a fantastic staff that is so kind!

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    Beautiful place serving really tasty curry. We were really satisfied here.

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    Lehká hlava - Broccoli steak

    Lehká hlava

    4.6(242 reviews)
    0.7 kmPraha 1, Staré Město
    $$

    This is a vegetarian restaurant with a creative menu. We are meat-eaters but loved our vegetarian…read moremeal here. Everything we ordered was delicious: * Tofuie Gras: smoked tofu paté with cranberry gel, served on toasted bread * Czech Traditional Svíčková: root vegetable sauce with Carlsbad dumplings, plant-based meat patty, lemon, and cranberry gel * Jackfruit Burrito: pulled jackfruit, smoked corn, chipotle rice, Cheddar, pickled cabbage, black beans, mango salsa, sour cream, and a side salad * Vegan Snickers: chocolate-caramel bar with raspberry sauce and peanuts I would consider becoming vegetarian if I can eat like this for every meal.

    There's vegetarian magic in the air at the Lekha Hlava Clear Head Restaurant in Prague…read more We'll start with the very cool location. It is off a quiet side street down a clean and safe-feeling but still mysterious alley - like its location is a secret. Our reservation was for 6:30 pm and they asked if we thought we'd be done by 8:00 - probably so we wouldn't see the next party taking our table and they wouldn't see us. Let's keep the all the info secure - that's what's best for everyone. If the omnivores find out about this place, the fate of the whole known universe could be at risk. What if everyone wanted to eat at vegetarian restaurants? Crazy, right? VIPs like our family (ha!) sit in the Blue Heaven room where the tables are fire. Seriously- they light up and glow like flaming wood logs with a starry sky above. Even the greatest sorcerers from history would be impressed. Love the theming. Magical. We began our meal with the Small Clear Head starter, featuring "Tofuie Gras", hummus and guacamole. The hummus and guac were both excellent- but the star of the show was the fake foie gras. This is a vegetarian restaurant- no geese were harmed yet the texture was perfect, the taste convincing and the mix with the jelly divine. Wowsa. Loved this dish. I also really enjoyed my Bao Bun Burger. I was going to do the Spinach Chimney but diverted at the last minute because I'd overdosed on this trip on potatoes already, and au gratin was more than I could handle. My daughter liked her Stir-Fry Noodles. My wife was indifferent on her Parmesan Pleasure Burger but I think she was jealous of my Bao Bun. We skipped dessert. Beyond just the wonderful food, there was so much about this restaurant that felt fun, interesting and surprising. Including the bathroom. Behind the toilet there's an opening to a dark empty space - it is truly a creepy void. What's back there? There's also a very old door with a bone-chilling stair down to a dark cellar. What's down there? What about upstairs - what happens there? More mysteries. There's magic in the air at Lekha Hlava Clear Head Restaurant. It is worth a visit, for vegetarians and omnivores too.

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    Dhaba Beas

    Dhaba Beas

    3.8(18 reviews)
    0.8 kmNové Město, Praha 1
    $$

    Dhaba Beas is a chain of restaurants offering a self-service, pay-by-weight buffet of vegetarian…read moreeats. Despite the name of the restaurant and the Indian-style metal trays used for the food, the offerings here were diverse and included everything from salads to curries, rice dishes, soy-based meats, spring rolls, sushi, and more! Some of the things I tried included carrot/cabbage slaws, a salty falafel fritter, grainy hummus, a mild tofu curry, an Indian-style spicy vegetable/lentil stew, a samosa stuffed with spiced potatoes/peas/cashews, a spring roll stuffed with glass noodles/tofu/peanuts, and a Vietnamese-style peanut sauce. Of all the different items, my favorites included the samosa, spring roll, peanut sauce, and the vegetable/lentil stew. All of the items were pre-prepared and not necessarily the freshest, and the prices could definitely add up. Nevertheless, everything here made for a tasty meal in which you could definitely get your fill of vegetables. The setting was clean and modern, making for a nice place to sit for a relaxed meal.

    Yet another buffet-style / pay-by-weight vegetarian place, with many vegan options. I arrived…read morearound 1pm and the food just wasn't fresh. It might've been decent when fresh, but after hours (?), the quality isn't great. Each dish is at least labelled whether it's vegan or not, though sometimes it's hard to know which label is for what dish, since it's all in Czech. I wouldn't recommend this place. If you want a pay-by-weight vegan buffet, go to Loving Hut across the street.

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    Estrella restaurant

    4.7(63 reviews)
    1.0 kmNové Město, Praha 1
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    By far my favorite veg restaurant in Prague. And I've been to all of them. Seriously…read more The food is fresh, delicious, heavy, and provides traditional Czech options that have been vegetarianized - a great opportunity if you're interested in the local cuisine. The daily lunch menus are especially afforable and have never been anything short of excellent. Be aware that the menu changes constantly based on what is in season and what they are feeling passionate about. Which is a plus in my eyes. The place is very small, with limited seating. You may want to book in advance.

    Was recommended this place by my Aunt! It has a very friendly atmosphere, and is perfect for…read morevegetarian tourists. The only thing is, it's a bit of a small restaurant so you either have to make a reservation or happen to show up at a time when there's a table available. I ordered the quesadillas and a Virgin Mojito made with green tea. The quesadillas were yummy! They came with a side of salsa that had the perfect (if not more) amount of kick, and some sour cream. In Europe, apparently quesadillas aren't finger food so I was trying to cut mine with the knife, and ended up struggling quite a bit. I think my knife wasn't sharp enough, but I didn't bother asking for a new one since I was already almost finished. So be wary of the blunt knives. The Virgin Mojito was very good! They used green tea instead of the rum, and my aunt said it still tasted like a regular Mojito because of the amount of lime and mint used. Plus, it came with a handy metal straw that wouldn't let all the mint and lime go up the straw when you took a sip. Perfect refreshing drink if you're not looking for something alcoholic!

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    Den Noc - Hummus, Halloumi, Avodaco

    Den Noc

    4.7(362 reviews)
    0.2 kmStaré Město, Praha 1
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    This little place tucked in a small street makes the best pancakes…read more Service was impeccable. We wanted to grab breakfast before we were headed to the airport but didn't feel like eating too much. First, they have a high chair, a huge plus for us parents. I got the mascara-done caramel banana pancake, which the server told us was a popular item. My husband got the salmon with cream cheese, and he said that was amazing. So unlike other places that usually stack pancakes and then put the topping at the top, this each layer has the filling, so each layer of the salmon pancake has cream cheese and salmon. The mascarpone and banana was the same each layer, filled with banana and cream. Highly recommend this little gem if you are around the area.

    Cute little place. There were only 5 or 6 tables inside, but I had no problem getting a table on a…read moreSaturday around noon. The two staff people there were friendly. I got the halloumi pancakes and a karak latte. It's obviously not fast food, but both food and drink came out in what seemed like a totally reasonable amount of time. The pancakes were very good and also seemed very healthy as far as pancakes go - everything was perfectly balanced. The halloumi and avocado as well as the hummus were layered in the stack so every bite had something in it. The karak latte was also very good with a smooth flavour. I appreciated that they could make it with alternative milk since most places I've been to that serve this will only do it with dairy. Would absolutely recommend for a fun, relaxed breakfast or lunch.

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