One of my favorite meals I had in PRAUGE! It was just the environment I wanted to be in. No BS, No fancy reservations, just pure meat lovers heaven. The beef tartar was some of the best I've ever had. Definitely worth checking out. Exactly the meal I wanted. read more

Kantýna - Beef tartar and a beer - Bistros Near Me - Prague, Puerto Rico

Kantyna is definitely not a place for herbivores. Vegans will tear this place down. It is a very meat-heavy restaurant. Located in Old Town Prague, this place was highly recommended by many. They do not take reservations, so seating is first come, first serve. There are two ways to dine at this place. The first is that you make it to their hot food station where food is already cooked. You then pick the meat and side dishes you want and then they will charge you based on the weight of the food. The second is that you go to their butcher station (located at the entrance of the restaurant), pick a piece of their cut (steak or pork), and they will cook it right there for you along with the side dishes you picked. Beer can be ordered on the inside too as they have a brewery station. You eat first and then you pay before you leave. I opted for the second option and got a piece of bone-in steak. My two side dishes were grilled potatoes and vegetables. The steak was delicious, potato was cooked very well, vegetables were a little bit oily but overall acceptable. I think the quality of their steak was great, but I also wouldn't say it was the best steak I've had. Prague food in general is cheap, but this whole meal was about $60 for me, so pretty pricy by Prague standard. Of note, they do have unlimited bread, but there is no butter, so another small let down for me. Service was kinda non-existent. Other than the server coming over to deliver my food, I've never seen him ever again. I managed to hunt him down for a piece of napkin, but that took more effort than me trying to stuff down my last piece of the steak. Overall I would come here again. The steak is good, but not amazing. The price by Prague-standard is high, but by US-standard is normal. read more

Kantýna - Bistros Near Me - Prague, Puerto Rico

I wasn't particularly impressed with this place to be honest. I do like the ordering system a lot - you get a slip of paper when you walk in and they check off what you order, and then you pay when you leave. Card is accepted. The other thing I LOVE is that bread is unlimited and free! Such a stupid little perk but considering a lot of the dishes (pates, etc) lend themselves to bread it's nice to not have to order it separately. Service was brusque but I'm finding that to be the norm in Czechia. They also spoke to me in Czech, although they did understand me when I spoke in English. Not a problem, I'm a visitor in their country and I would never expect someone to cater to me. Place is exceptionally clean and the bathrooms are nice. Given that it's not table service and they don't take reservations it was a little hectic finding somewhere to eat. I ended up standing which was no problem. I had the duck pate and the steak tartare. Both were honestly just okay. I haven't had duck pate before so I can't speak to how it stacks up, but I have had a LOT of tartare and I was just unimpressed with it. It was a massive portion though - could have done with half. The bread it was served with was toasted well and tasty. Wouldn't go back, but it was fun for a stop. Their branding is also super cute if you have a checked bag and need a souvenir. read more

This was one of our best meals in Prague! We were delightfully surprised by how good it was, especially based on the layout and the price. We had to get some direction when we first got there because it was so crowded. Make sure to get a ticket before you order anything! One of the best parts is that you can order as little or as much as you'd like- so it's perfect for any meal and any time of day. We ordered the tri tip and the beef neck- neither of which we'd eaten before. The beef neck was so delicious and tender! The tri tip was super good too, but I'll be talking about that beef neck for a while. The potato pancake was alright- we had better in Prague but you needed it to soak up the juices! Seating is definitely a free for all. There's plenty of tables and chairs and some standing room in the middle. We were also shocked at how inexpensive it was! Absolutely a must eat spot in Prague! read more

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A good, well-known food hall. Lots of choices, but some of the food kept under the heat lamps was cold, and not everything on the menu board was available. It's very crowded and loud, sometimes difficult to find a place to sit, so you might need to stand and eat. Beer and wine were good. All things considered, if you know what you're going for, it'll meet your expectations, but I wouldn't expect they'd exceed them. read more

I am willing to come all the way back to Prague just so I can eat here. The venue was simple, quiet and calm. Friendly and reserved staff. Every bite of food tasted better than the last. I only wish I could have eaten more. Never a shove to leave. Prices beyond reasonable. Thank you for showing us authentic Praha food. read more

Not good for travellers. Basically no service. Food taste really just like a mefioacre canteen and can be unexpectedly pricelt if order cuts fr butcher section read more

Good tartar. You can skip the carpaccio, it's chewy and the sauce is off. The system could be confusing for first timer. You come in and take a card, order food and they mark your cards, pay at the entrance when you leave. read more

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We came at around 4pm to beat the rush. The tables were all partially full. The lady who does the serving isn't particularly nice or helpful but she gets the job done fast and organized. We got the potato pancakes, carpaccio and beef tartare. We obviously had to get a pilsner as well. The potato pancake was a huge letdown and we couldn't finish all of it. It was soggy and didn't have much potato flavour. It tasted kind of like a sponge. But a very salty sponge. It goes down well with the beer. The beef carpaccio is a MUST GET. It's super flavourful, they slice it there so it's fresh. They put a good amount of sauce and salt on top but it still manages to taste really good. The beef tartare got a bit stuck in my teeth but it was also good. There were bits of onion and oil in it. The bread went well with it. Another must get. Overall food was not expensive. You don't come here for the service but for the atmosphere and the drinking and of course the food. Get the beef tartare and carpaccio read more

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This was one of the restaurants that I was the most excited to visit and Kantyna did not disappoint. We were there very early afternoon and were blessed with a table. I ordered the beef carpaccio, the potato pancakes and the brisket. The rye bread with the carpaccio was divine and I really enjoyed the rye flavor in the potato pancakes. My husband and I both enjoyed the brisket. The atmosphere is pretty decent and it appears that a lot of locals enjoy the restaurant too. Of course, we both had pilsners with our meal. Next time, I am in Prague, I will come back and get more MEAT!!!! read more

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This a butcher with an attached restaurant. This is a grown up version of a cafeteria. A meat lover's paradise. You have two options. Order from pre-made selections or go to the butcher counter and choose a cut for them to cook for you. I thought I wanted a steak to order, but the tri tip and tartare looked great. It did not disappoint. Tri tip is a tough cut, but they cooked it medium rare with a sprinkle of crystal salt. I liked both of my meat selections with a side of grilled veggies and potatoe pancakes. The tartare had a nice chew and chopped perfectly. The only thing I wanted was some pickles and some at component. However, I finished everything. The pancakes were slightly greasy and would probably taste better if it was made to order. Logistics, you get a card upon entering. You either place an order (butcher counter) or some made to order items such as the tartare. Drinks are from a separate counter. Self-seating. Large seating area but a very popular spot. Expect to wait on line but it moves quickly. About five minutes from the Mucha museum. read more

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Solid no frills choice! This is a locals place. No frills self service makes it a very efficient stop but with good home-style comfort food very welcome on chilly Fall days. They offer various types and styles of meat, vegetables and starch. They also serve beer, of course. It is cafeteria style so you pick your choices and are charged by quantity. Bills can be very reasonable but be mindful of how much you ask for as the price can escalate quickly if you load up on meat. The interior is clean and light with lots of arched ceilings. This is a perfect place for a casual midday stop with friends to share a meal and get on to going where you were going. read more

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Really chill place to grab a beer and have lots of meat. We weren't sure what was going on at first but you get a card at the entrance and they'll mark what you order on there for payment at the end. Seating was on a first come, first serve basis. It gets quite busy during dinner time so come early if you don't want to wait around for a table. read more

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Incredible meats great service and overall a great dining experience unfortunately they ran out of bone marrow

MEAT HEAVEN! You don't have to die to come here! Ate here twice during my stay because it was so good and affordable! The interior of this former bank is clean and modern. Staff are friendly all around. There is a wide selection of roasted meats, and even a deli counter where you can buy a fresh steak and they will cook it for you as you wish. Pricing is by weight, so mix it up! Step 1: Walk in, grab a white ticket from a cashier. This paper is your ticket to Meat Heaven! Step 2: Go to the bar order your drink of choice, the bartender will mark your ticket. Step 3: go to the food counter and smile at the meat master. They speak English, but you can also point to what you want...I highly recommend the Tri Tip, Brisket, mashed potatoes, and potato pancakes. The beef neck was good too, but other meats were better. Food person will mark your ticket. Step 4: grab a seat or standing table and enjoy! Step 5: Hand ticket to cashier and pay. I wish we had something like this in America, but we have too many dishonest people who would run off without paying their ticket. Must visit if you're ever in Prague! read more

Kantyna is a rowdy self-service beer hall and cafeteria with a focus on meat dishes (they even have a butcher's counter out front). They offer a selection of prepared dishes, side dishes, and a steam table of meats carved to order and sold by weight. One of the most popular plates here is the Steak Tartare, made of super fresh minced beef mixed with garlic, juniper berries, and other spices, and served with grilled bread on the side. The tartare was super fresh and had a creamy texture, and we also got sides of pickled vegetables (cabbage, onions, cucumber, carrots, radishes) and coleslaw (shredded carrots/cabbage in a creamy dressing) to go along. You could help yourself to endless slices of country bread at the counter, and the atmosphere was fun and loud! read more

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We came as a family of four and were shocked by the lack of service. We sat at a dirty table until we asked someone to clean it. The main guy taking orders behind the counter was RUDE and dismissive -- my husband asked for flap steak, was told it was sold out, yet 10 minutes later it appeared in the display. We waited 45 minutes for a cold ribeye. The cheeseburger had unmelted cheese, potatoes were tough, pickles average, and the pork neck was just bad. For 3000 CZK, the whole experience was a letdown. If you want great food and kind staff, skip Kantýna and head to their sister spot NašeMaso -- always delicious and welcoming. read more

This place was awesome. A must try when visiting Prague. We got to try this place during a food tour in Prague. The items that we got to try were beef sausage, bread, mustard, pulled beef, grilled vegetable, potato pancake "bramborák", and camping salad. Everything was awesome. The staff was even great and tried very hard to make sure they communicated clearly to us. We enjoyed this place so much that we came back two days later for dinner. read more

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During a long day of walking we needed a little something to eat and drink...this place was on our list of places to try and we accidentally were super close. All I can say is I wish we were hungrier cuz based on what we tried I want to try everything. We had a potato pancake and chuck beef that was so tender it was hard to pick to with a fork. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. This place is a must! read more

Kantýna - Chuck beef and potato pancake - Bistros Near Me - Prague, Puerto Rico

Recommended by friends who visited Prague earlier this year, Kantyna is a place where meat dreams are made. It's all fun, fashioned as a dining hall from the communist era, and there's plenty of meat, side dishes, and beer to try. They all speak english, not that they need to, but made it really easy to understand what everything was. As one would expect, the pieces on the menu that took the longest (steak cooked to order versus the "buffet" style meat that is ready when you come up) was the most delicious. The carpaccio, raw steak, was amazingly delicious. My first time trying it and the two sauces they drizzle over everything was sooooooo good. The burger was delicious and juicy and grilled to perfection, but plain. So, do it for the meat. The steak I got was marbled and delicious. I wish I could remember what cut it was, but I went up to the counter and the worker said I want this one. He was absolutely correct. Added the coffee sauce to it which was pretty solid, but not my favorite. Large caveat that I don't like coffee in general. I believe there were two main types of beer on tap, and even with the wait times for the cooked-to-order food, we had as much meat as our arteries could handle within the span of 40 minutes. Would be fun to come back with a big group and try out more of the sides. I didn't want to waste my stomach space with only two people this time around. read more

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Loved that no reservation was required though waiting for a seat (first come first served) can be a challenge, get that table and then grab a beer and select your food. While it seems like a food stall because it has separate areas for alcohol, butcher area and cooked foods, it was excellent. I chose my ribeye and they cooked it a perfect medium rare. The beef carpaccio melts in the mouth, the onion pancake was delish and the pork belly (get a small slice) was superb with its crisp skin. Loved it!! read more

I got the pork belly, which was rich and had crispy skin. The meat was well-seasoned, and tasted higher quality than most others I've tasted. I also got a side of vegetables, which were slightly oily but cooked all the way through. The meal was slightly pricey (this plate had a small piece of meat and cost $10 USD) but I think the quality definitely stands out. read more

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Restaurant next to the butcher. Get a ticket when you walk in. Order at the counter off the menu and off of what they have out. They either give it to you right away or will give you a number and bring it to your seat. They stamp your card and you pay on the way out. Beer is a different counter but handled the same way. Tartare here was really great. Also liked the potato pancake and pulled pork. Wife liked the brisket but I thought a bit dry. Was apparent that the pork cutlet had been sitting out for a bit. The lady taking the order definitely meant business. Not the friendliest of places but cool enough spot for some meat and beer. read more

Awesome. Steak, burger, sausage, veggies for 36 usd. I love how they make their burgers here. Walk in, find a table, and then order at the counters. They bring the food to you, then pay at the front area. read more

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No fancy analogies just slap the person next to you and for the love god get the steak tartare. The rest is up to you. read more

Kantýna - Food innit - Bistros Near Me - Prague, Puerto Rico

Not sure what the rave was about. It's a neat establishment, friendly service, and food was ok - not amazing as we had hoped. One downside was the checkout person charged us for an additional dish that we didn't get and noticed after we had paid. We were able to get a refund but shady af... read more

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Nice place for a quick bite. Also food is very reasonably priced. They charge you by the weight. A few minutes from the Mucha Museum. I had the sekana or meatloaf with mashed potatoes. It's delicious. read more

Kantýna - sekana - Bistros Near Me - Prague, Puerto Rico

This is the good stuff. Not fancy, but amazing food that is nicely presented and very delicious. Kantýna is a converted bank where you're ordering at the windows that used to be where the tellers would work and you're eating at a table that people used to use to fill out their deposit and withdrawal slips. We had two things here, a fantastic pork schnitzel and a pulled pork with pickled vegetables. Absolutely stunning. Full of flavor and texture it was one of my favorites on the food tour. They have wine and beer. I had a shot of something called "Devil's Schnapps" because of the bright red color. If you've ever had Cheerwine, it was that but with a kick. Tasty! [Review 12218 overall, 2002 of 2019.] read more

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This place came highly recommended from a couple of sources, including the local tour guides that did our walking tour. Definitely would recommend stopping by! It's a "self-service" beer hall, apart from a butcher counter up front where you can pick your own cuts of meat and have them cook it for you, there's also a steamtable with a variety of meats and sides to pick from, plus a beverage counter with a whole assortment of beers and other beverages. We only got food from the counter (not the shop) - a beef tartare plate, an assortment of meats, and some sides. Beef Tartare - great quality meat. I'm used to tartare with more accoutrements / finishings but this was almost just meat with some onions, served with bread Meats - we got pulled pork (recommend), beef rib (delicious), tri-tip (abit dry), roast pork (delicious), and one unidentified knob of rock-hard meat with a fat cap that was about ~70% of the piece Sides - potato pancake (delicious) + veggies (ok one of the few places where you can actually get veggies in a meat and potato heavy country, so load up guys) read more

After seeing Kantyna featured on the Honest Guide, I was determined to go during my week in Prague. I ventured over around 6pm on a Friday night, and got right in. The young woman working the host area handed me the menu card (in English), and said something about seating - I assumed she was telling me they were full and I'd need to stand at the long center counter, but I'm not sure - I had planned to stand there, so seating wasn't a concern for me. I headed straight to the ready-made food counter where a nice man (who also helped me out in English) took my order - carpaccio and a potato pancake. The potato pancake was handed to me right away, and he said the carpaccio would be about three minutes. I'm not sure it even took them that long - by the time I had my beer, the carpaccio was ready. Oh, yes, the beer. I kind of panicked and just pointed at a large beer glass, and the lovely woman behind the bar just said "big beer?" I laughed and said yes, "big beer." She asked if I'd like light or dark - I went with light, and she served me up a fantastic Czech beer - a little hoppier than I expected! But hey, this isn't Germany - the Czechs know what they're doing with tons of different kinds of beer. I ate standing at the counter, and all was delicious. I couldn't even finish what I ordered (but I did finish the beer). So, come hungry and eat up! The food is great and the staff were quick and helpful. read more

Just an update to ignore the incorrect review below from Tyler, who I heard giving the manager a hard time for no good reason. All of the meats are weighed since they aren't uniformly portioned and you order as much or as little as you want. The prepared meats are portioned, weighed and then put on the plate. The portioned sides are then added to the plate, which is not weighed again. The manager understandably just wanted to get rid of him. The moral of the story for that review? Don't post misinformation. Gotta love Yelpers. This was literally across the street from our hotel and really fit the bill for a great quick dinner on our arrival day, although that much meat can be kinda heavy for an early night. The carpaccio was the star; silky, well dressed and very well portioned. A smallish piece of hanger steak was very tasty but their view of medium rare was my view of rare. Brisket, a large potato pancake and roasted veggies were ok but weren't in the same league as the made to order dishes, although other prepared dishes may have been better choices. With a large and a small Pilsner, it was only 40?!? FAGEDDABOUTIT! PS all of the staff were friendly, contrary to some reviews. read more

I have nothing but great things to say about Kantyna. Our local friend took us here since his cousins were working. This restaurant used to be an old bank. So you have two options: picking a cut of meat as you walk in, or going buffet style. Our group opted to pick our own meat, ordering two filets ($20ea) and two shoulders. We grabbed our number (written on a bone) and headed to our table for drinks. For starters, we got bread and tartare. The tartare was amazing, the seasoning really ties this dish all together. Our meat finally arrived and the chili sauce & tartar sauce enhanced the flavor. The potato pancakes were a perfect side dish as well! For $30USD~ or so, you could get a meal here that would easily cost over $100USD in the US. I'm blown away, satisfied, and impressed with Kantyna overall! read more

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For 484 crown (about $21) I got a potato pancake, a scoop of pulled pork, 1 slice of beef, and steak tartar. And a small beer. The slice of roast beef was average at best as was the large potato pancake (reason for only 4 stars). The pulled pork was phenomenal .. so juicy and pulled apart so easy. The only turn off is that I know it was so good because I literally saw the fat congealing on the wax paper after I was done eating it.. but I suppose that's where the flavor is! The steak tartar was my favorite! Easily shareable (although I ate it all to myself) the flavor is fantastic and I believe the capers had a more pronounced role in the dish..which I love! The ordering process was confusing to me.. you enter where the raw meats are (you can pick a steak to be cooked for you or order tartar here) then proceed to the already prepared foods section (roast beef, pulled pork, veggies) then you grab a number and find a seat at a table.. the wait staff brings your drinks and any raw meats you ordered. Pay on your way out. read more

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I met a colleage for dinner on my first night in Prague, and he recommended Kantýna. As he was a local, I took his advice, and I'm glad I did. The place was packed, but we found a table in the back. We got handed cards to have our items marked, and we went to the counter to grab a beer and then food. I don't even know all of what I got. It was marked in Czech, but the staff spoke English so they explained everything to us. I picked way too much stuff and ended up having way too many leftovers. But I'm glad I tried everything. The carpaccio and the tartare were standouts to me, but there were 1 or 2 meats that I enjoyed as well. I wish I could remember which ones I liked and which ones I didn't, but it differed from my colleage, so to each their own. For a giant pile of food and a beer I paid just over 600 crown or $28. Not a cheap meal in this part of the world by any means, but a fun atmosphere and a nice variety of meats to try. read more

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What a unique experience. We were unable to get reservations at the place we had selected. Kantyna was within a block of our hotel. If you are a carnivore then this is your place! You pick out from serving stations what you want to eat, they plate it for you and you enjoy. Or, you can select uncooked cuts of meat and they'll cook it for you. Unique place. I'd go back and I will go back for sure. read more

Kantyna was hands down my favorite meal here in Prague. With such amazing meat selections and flowing beers, you've got yourself a recipe for a great dinner out. This restaurant acts more like a cafeteria style eatery than it is a fine dining establishment. You grab a tray, order your meats and beer, and find a seat either in the long tables or stand at the massive counter in between where you order. You're given a receipt that the staff uses to write down your orders, and you take this to the cashier at the end of your meal to pay. Pretty simple enough! While I appreciated about this place wasn't overly touristy, it did pose a small challenge since everything was written in Czech. However, the butchers behind the counter knew a good amount of English to describe what meats we were selecting. I ordered the sirloin, roasted pork, and potatoes on the side (plus free bread provided). My favorite meat here was definitely the pork. It was oozing in juices and the crispy skin was roasted to perfection. I've had a lot of Cantonese Pork in my life and this definitely reigns high on top of one of my favorites. Total came out to 493kc. Everything is priced by the pound so the more meat you order, the more expensive your tab. Credit cards are accepted so feel free to swipe away if you're low on cash. I definitely recommend this spot as a must-try here in Prague! read more

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An experience! This is a Czech style beer hall. You walk in and can order food/ beer from the stands and then try to find a seat but I recommend waiting for a seat before ordering food as it's hard to stand with the platter and drink and eat at same time. We probably waited 15-20 minutes for a table and then ordered the tar tare, carpaccio and meatloaf. Would definitely order the carpaccio and tar tare again and recommend going here for the experience! read more

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Tohle je naše oblíbená restaurace hlavně na "carpaccio" a pivo, které je obvykle vždy čerstvé a delikatesni. Poprvé jsem objednala pečenou morkovou kost a byla výborná. Zajímavé je, ze v této restauraci se cítíte jako u mámy k kuchyni . Takzvané dostanete lísteček a vše se zapisuje, první pivo si člověk přinese sam, pak už se objednává u stolu v průběhu konzumace jídla. Jídlo se objednává také tím, ze si člověk dojde a objedná u pultu. Některá tepla jídla obsluha přinese, studené si prineses sam. Pak se vezme lísteček a zaplatí se u kasy při odchodu z restaurace. Personál je obětavy a celkové na mě působila hezká atmosféra. Místo je trochu hlučné a po zaplneni restaurace je někdy obtížné vezt normální konverzaci. Celkové....proste doporučuji! read more

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I think this might have been my favorite meal on my recent trip to the Czech Republic. I've eaten at a lot places around Prague and this certainly is on the top of the list. It is in essence a Czech version of a steakhouse. We got a lot of yummy stuff. 1. The potato pancakes (bramboraky) were great. Nice and greasy as they are supposed to be. 2. We had some great little sausages with Czech bread and mustard. Those were great. 3. The non alcoholic beer on tap was great. Not too bitter. Great stuff to compliment the food. 4. The Czech hamburgers were simple and amazing. Good work kantyna!! read more

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Review based on a veggie head**** I think this restaurant is perfect for meat eaters. I love the set up and the large standing table in the center. They have a bunch of small seated tables but I think to get the best experience, you should stand and mingle! After trying the beef tartar on my first night in Prague, I craved for it again - main reason why I came here. I was so disgusted by it here that I couldn't even finish it. There wasn't much seasoning and the bread was so thick and also not seasoned. It came with a fresh clove of garlic and you're suppose to rub it on the bread before putting the beef, which I did but eh. It was too meaty for me so it took the rest to go and fed it to the sea animals. I also tried some of the cooked meat and wasn't too excited for it. How does this restaurant work? Get a paper and they write on it each time you order. If you go to the stations for food, you are charged by weight - great for tasting everything. You can order a drink on the opposite side or get seated and order from a waiter. You can also order a steak but it's pricey here. read more

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