Steep climb the picturesque, paved Nerudova street, in the direction to the Prague Castle. Turn left into a silent lane. Come down the centuries old stairs. Loudly knock at a mysterious, always closed heavy door and, suddenly, go back in time. More precisely in the year 1493.  The dark, warm, smoky, noisy atmosphere of this tavern soaks you up: in less than a few minutes you are not only integrated, but enchanted to be there: sitting on a solid bank, at a large oak farmhouse table close to the odorous fireplace, with dozens of patrons enjoying a banquet animated by gipsy dancers, fencers, fire-eaters, jugglers, and sometimes even beggars… or executioners!

 This is what plenty of travelers are looking for in Prague, indeed: a popular, animated, astonishing tavern like those already seen in the movies. Established only some five years ago by a Czech entrepreneur, it had all to be an artificial, rip off tourist trap; which is by no way the case. “U Sedmi Svabu” will please those who like socializing: everybody chats with everybody, from one table to another.

There is no extra charge for the show, and the prices are extremely cheap for a solid, generous and delicious food adapted from original recipes from the 15th Century. Choose from an extensive menu of traditional Czech cuisine, including hearty soups, roasted meats, goulash, baked fish and vegetarian options. U Sedmi Svabu serves good value food in authentic surroundings. A real treat, fit for a medieval King! Worth the climb up Nerudova.