Maitrea

Maitrea is one of Prague’s most celebrated vegetarian restaurants, located in the quiet Týnská ulička just steps from Old Town Square. Since opening in 2009, the restaurant has become a destination for travelers and locals seeking creative vegetarian and vegan cuisine served in a peaceful environment inspired by Feng Shui philosophy. Rather than focusing only on vegetarian food, Maitrea aims to create a complete dining experience where carefully prepared dishes, harmonious interior design, and attentive hospitality combine to create what the restaurant describes as “tastes inspired by the heart.”

The restaurant occupies two beautifully designed floors with approximately 90 seats. Its interior features natural oak wood, silk lamps, marble fountains, fireplaces, live plants, and a Buddha statue, creating an oasis of calm in Prague’s busy historic centre. Every detail has been designed according to Feng Shui principles, making Maitrea equally suitable for romantic dinners, business lunches, family celebrations, and visitors simply looking for a peaceful break from sightseeing.

The menu combines international vegetarian cuisine with modern vegan cooking and meat-free interpretations of traditional Czech dishes. Guests can enjoy specialties such as vegetarian svíčková, black beer goulash, vegan ribs, Asian curries, udon noodles, burgers, quesadillas, fresh salads, homemade desserts, and seasonal daily menus. The kitchen places strong emphasis on high-quality ingredients, creative presentation, and balanced flavours that appeal to vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. An extensive selection of Moravian and international wines, cocktails, homemade drinks, and specialty coffees complements the food.

Maitrea has earned an outstanding international reputation through consistently excellent guest reviews. The restaurant received the Tripadvisor Hall of Fame recognition after earning Certificates of Excellence for multiple consecutive years and has repeatedly ranked among Prague’s Top 10 vegetarian restaurants. It has also appeared in the Mauer Selection Top 100 Restaurants in the Czech Republic. Conveniently located near Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock, and the Jewish Quarter, Maitrea offers one of Prague’s finest vegetarian dining experiences while demonstrating that plant-based cuisine can be both innovative and deeply satisfying.