High quality and amazing tasting food served here! The small portions taste out of this world and made a great stop for lunch ! read more

Bistro Špejle - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Praha, JC

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Overall great little find! Cute, attentive team, clean, the cocktails were PRIMO and overall bites selection good. I had two cocktails from the Prague Cocktail Week menu and neither disappointed at all. I will say the Garden Sour was by far the winner though my lawd My only reason for a 4 experience was 1. No explanation of how the food system worked as I got sat. I eventually asked for a food menu if I wanted a snack and then was told how it's a self service stick model and 2. I know I know first world problems but this what differentiates... the self serve food you could tell some had been sitting out quite a while :( the meat was looking sad and there was also no cards to tell what was in/on what you were grabbing. I probably looked like a psycho trying to eye up each bread piece to see if I could tell if there was raw Avocado or Apple since I'm allergic read more

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Nice spot for a light lunch. Food is good. They have some Czech foods as tapas which is a nice way to try the local cuisine without having to eat so much food. read more

A quick walk from the hotel Art Nouveau Palace, this neighborhood gem is unassuming and should not be missed!! Food. Ok, as a tourist we clearly had no idea how this tapas bar worked. Mike was happy to explain it to us. Each premade tapas or desert was delightfully displayed. You pick what you want and the sticks in each serving are collected in a small container back at your seat. The price is per stick- some dishes have multiple sticks. We visited for a late lunch 14.00p) Don't miss the hot foods! They're around the corner (ish). All the food and drink were very yummy and the bar service was spot on, too. Ambiance was a kewl, upscale, hipster kinda vibe. We had a high top counter/bar seat facing the street and enjoyed the hustle and bustle of Prague life. In US terms...very affordable!! I had 3 small dishes, an old fashioned cocktail and a bottle of water (yup... water costs) all in $16. The only negative is on me. I wasn't sure of the exchange rates and don't think I tipped enough. Sorry Will I return? I can't wait to visit again!! read more

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Really fun tapas experience in Prague. We managed to get a tiny window table for two without a reservation and were thrilled. We got lucky :-) The tapas are very good with veg and non-veg options, but more so it's just a super fun concept. Good beers. Mix of locals and tourists. Highly recommend. read more

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This was a super fun place. You choose small plates from a delightfully huge array of choices. The staff are helpful and seating was comfortable. We really enjoyed this visit. read more

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Our hotel concierge nailed it with this one! Every little bite was amazing. You get charged by the amount of sticks you're left with and it's all self-serve for the food. Trendy, comfortable atmosphere, great servers, and the food really is unique and delicious. read more

Bistro Špejle - First round - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Praha, JC

On a Saturday night at 7pm we were able to get a table for 2 without a reservation, but just barely. This place was packed and extremely busy. Lots of foot traffic since it's located not far from Wenceslas Square and on a busy street. Everyone was very friendly and they all spoke English. The food is all premade, so once you're seated and order drinks, you just walk up and take whatever plate you want. You pay at the end based on consumption with each tapas dish having basically the same value (they all have either one stick or two). At least 80% of the plates were bread-based. Basically some kind of combination of toppings on a piece of sliced baguette. Both my wife and I found that to be a bit repetitive and boring and we treated this stop as less of a meal and more like just strong appetizers. Depending on your mood and appetite, that could certainly be sufficient. All the plates we sampled were decent - nothing killer. Again, the restaurant was very crowded, but nicely decorated and the noise level wasn't too bad. I would recommend not eating near the front because you'll be contending with the hustle and bustle of weight staff, the hostess, dealing with people coming in off the street and the area for the self-service tapas. I didn't like getting bumped into every two minutes. read more

This is a fun place to enjoy small bites of delicious food. Select from an assortment of individual desserts and savory snacks. Each item has one or two skewers. You are charged by the number of skewers you collect at the end of your meal. Each skewer is 33.00 Kc ( $1.40 USD ). Cappuccino 68.00 Kc ( $2.90 USD ). Sleek and modern facilities in Old town Prague. read more

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*pre pandemic* This is a must for anyone that might be in the mood for a variety of foods. The husband and I couldnt decide on what to eat for our last meal. This place has mini sandwiches and skewers with a variety of combinations, sweet or savory options, hot or cold. Each item has a skewer or two, the skewers will be how they would charge you. They also have some good cocktails to enjoy with all your food. Thankfully the husband didnt mind sharing so we were able to sample a good amount of items ranging from egg salad, prosciutto, tuna, peach and even a slider. I was surprised and glad to that they had so many options that just kept coming. I'm guessing we avoided the dinner rush since we didnt wait long. Kudos on the nice atmosphere and keeping the modern vibe up and going. read more

This place was just across the street from our hotel, Art Nouveau Palace Hotel. We walked in without reservation, place was packed but we were seated and taken cared of. The concept is so unexpected and brilliant. Dishes and drinks were excellent. The place is so cozy and comfy that the noise level was controlled even when packed. Price was manageable. I wish we had one back home in California. Please come and open one read more

Another win for the Honest Guide! We stopped into Spejle yesterday, and every single bite was amazing. I started with the duck pate chlebíčky, which was delicious. A modern twist on the traditional Czech open-faced sandwich - beautifully presented, too. Next up was onion soup, and let me tell you - I wanted to lift the little bowl and drink up what I couldn't get with the spoon, but it would have been just me doing that... so I restrained myself (dammit). We then sampled the tiny schnitzel with potato salad, which was also very good. But the real winner of the day, hands down, was the potato pancake stuffed with fresh sauerkraut. Amazing! Staff were also great - asked in English if we were enjoying everything. I was very happy to give him a rave review right there. :) Although the food scene in Prague is amazing, I'm actually planning a return trip to Spejle - it is that good, and a wonderful way to try a larger variety of dishes than you'd be able to at a traditional restaurant. Five stars all the way! read more

An interesting concept for a restaurant with a lot of variety to choose from. The vibe is pleasant, although it was loud at times and the overall design of the restaurant is nice. There were a lot of food options although with the amount of people that went to the buffet at the same time, there wasn't a quick enough turn around from the kitchen and enough of each item at a time. Many people reached for the same thing and it was gone in an instant. A major issue I found was the lack of descriptions for each item. This wasn't specifically an issue for me, because I can eat practically everything, but it makes it a lot harder for those with dietary restrictions to know what to choose. The food itself was very good as was the winter tea and it was very reasonably priced. I'll definitely return the next time I'm in Prague. read more

Very cool experience, tasty food, helpful staff who explained the drink menu and how the restaurant worked! Highly recommend.

Enjoyed an early dinner and a specialty gin and tonic here. Highly recommend. Husband and I each had three items and we were satisfied. My favorite was a shrimp on guacamole with cilantro and pomegranate arils; his was a tuna with a creamy green sauce. We would definitely go back - pricing was super fair for the food. Nice atmosphere. Appreciated the sink and soap to wash hands before selecting food. read more

The restaurant name "Špejle" literally translates to skewer, and they are quite obsessed with them, using skewers on every portion of hot and cold food served. This bistro concept derives from the beloved Czech open-faced chlebíčky sandwiches, which are served in a špejle buffet where you enjoy as many skewers as you like, discard the skewers in a container on your table, and then you're charged based on the number of skewers, 29 CZK (or $1.25) each, and items range from 1 to 2 sticks depending on size/substance. This is such an awesome concept for serving beautifully thoughtful food. They also have a hand washing station near the front door, which I didn't notice until I was leaving, but still helpful since the food is consumed by hand. I selected 4 chlebíčky from the buffet, but there were other items offered too like salads, cured meats, and more. My first sampling consisted of salmon tartare and avocado purée on lettuce with caviar. It was lightly smoky, not too salty, with a creamy topper and crunchy bread beneath offering a good textural contrast and nice savory flavors. Next up I tried the beet purée on lettuce with eggplant-wrapped ricotta cheese and grated egg white. Bites encompass flavors of eggplant rollatini with slightly sweet beets to offset. It was not too beety, but just the right balance. One of my favorite selections featured cooked apple, hazelnut and ground pistachios on generously piped creamy cow's cheese. I loved this one! The combination of fruity, nutty, creamy, cheesy, and crunchy is lovely. My other favorite of the day had caramelized onion, goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, fig, and dried tomato on lettuce with balsamic drizzle. My first bite tasted like onion dip, then a hint of sweetness from the tomato and fig. This was also really well-balanced with intriguing flavors. One of the other unique offerings at Špejle is their mix-and-match gin and tonic menu. There is actually a chart you can use to select your own customized gin and tonic, with suggestions on good pairings. I used their suggestion and tried an elderflower gin and tonic, which was super refreshing and delicious!! I was seriously impressed and very pleased by my experience here. It was not crowded midday so it was perfect for an easy lunch. read more

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I loved the concept of this modern approach to the 'Go Fetch' cafeteria style. Modern designed restaurant with small bites ranging from cheeses, to salads, to quesadillas to wonderful desserts. You choose what you want when you want it. It's ok to have dessert first. You pay by the number of sticks you collect. read more

Bistro Špejle - Variety of offerings - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Praha, JC

I have no idea how it escaped me to review Bistro Špejle. In two words: SO GOOD. I'm Czech and visit my family there regularly, and this place is unlike anything else in the country. The concept is unique - tapas style - and the options are phenomenally good. My photos are unfortunately not in my review (since I missed the window) but you can see them here: https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bistro-%C5%A1pejle-praha?userid=drzHAHTHFnThHW0R0rOdDQ It can be a bit on the pricy side, but that's to be expected. It's beautiful and modern with great-tasting high-quality food. You get what you pay for! There was everything from the classic open-faced sandwiches but with non-traditional toppings, gourmet hotdogs, and chicken schnitzel as well as a variety of desserts. When we came here, we chatted with the owner after our meal, and he was super freaking cool. It was really refreshing to meet a younger Czech who's so creative, driven, and motivated. I had a great time talking to him, and he also had perfect English so my friend was able to join in on the conversation. Amazing place. Can't wait to go back!! read more

Spejle was reccomended by Vincent, a waiter at Sia, and I had seen the restaurant on YouTube. So we had to check it out. It is a nicely decorated, with great lighting, a warm atmosphere, a killer playlist and a very friendly staff. They have a wide selection of tapas, wines, spirits, beer and soft drinks. We enjoyed everything, with the exception of the soup, which was kind of greasy and a little to salty. The portions were a perfect size, which allowed us to try a variety of foods and desserts. Maxine tried 2 of the Spejle beers, an IPA that is brewed by the restaurant, though she also had the Spejle Lager. I will put this place on the must visit list of restaurants and will definitely visit again. read more

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Fun restaurant! Nice Czech wine, good food, many different kinds of tapas, attentive staff, upbeat music. A very pleasant retreat from the street. read more

Bistro Špejle - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Praha, JC

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My bf took me here when we were on our vacation. He came here once before and he enjoyed this restaurant. Very modern, relaxing and clean. We sat on the high top tables facing the streets, great for people watching. Music is enjoyable as well. There is plenty of outdoor garden seating. You go to the tapas area and pick what you want and you pay for how many skewers you have after you have eaten. Every skewer is the same price no matter, savory or sweet. One skewer is for 29, - CZK The tapas is fusion. You can find slices of steak, dumplings, chicken curry, duck etc What a great concept, and every dish were delicious and you can see it prepared right in front of you. Their lemonades and cocktails are just delicious. Service is pretty attentive. Just about 3 minutes walk from the downtown Prague, a must go! read more

Delicious tapas small plates. Come in, ask for the Czech white wine and grab plates as you wish. Count the toothpicks as you go- that's how you're billed. read more

Bistro Špejle - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Praha, JC

Great food in the centre. Afordable too. Service is allways smiling i like to eat my lunch here or just stop by in the evening with group of friends. Dont be shy and try it out, during top hours you might wait a bit to be seated, but its a bistro, you can pick the skewer food even standing up. read more

Food was not good. It was sitting around for a long time and stale. I like salty food but the potato chips were so salty they were inedible. I ordered a czk40 camari and soda but they upcharged me for a full cocktail (czk158). When I complained they didn't have an excuse but didn't fix the problem. Avoid. read more

Amazing spot and a great new addition to the cool Bistro scene of Prague. Not only that the ambiance is very stylish, modern and pleasant, the staff is very friendly and the fingerfood on sticks is just delicious! It is the place to go after work to grab a nice glass of wine while chatting with friends and some interesting tapas. What I like it the fact that each "stick" is of the same price and at the bed of your visit you pay for the wooden sticks that are left in front of you. You are free to go and choose whatever you like any time during your visit. And trust me that there are many tapas you will like! From hot soup, quiche, meat...to seafood delicacies, tiny sandwiches, salads and amazing sweets. I bet you gonna love it! read more

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Well executed concept and design. The food itself is very good. Can get pricey if you are hungry and they often run out of certain items.

Visited Bistro Spejle for a late lunch while sight-seeing in Prague. Perfect choice. Seconding all the positive reviews below. Love the concept of selecting small plates from the counter. Choices include warm dishes (chicken, beef, sausages), excellent cole slaw, and even desserts. We will return read more

Awesome place to hang out after work. great choice of tapas meals, friendly servers. Great place to hangout with locals.

First of all very delicious and fresh tapas. Especially we liked mini burgers and mini sausages with wasabi sauce. System itself also very practical, where they count the sticks times a standard price. Reasonable price at the end. read more