Just about any brewery tour shows you similar equipment being used in a similar process. This one…read morereally stands out, telling you the story of the brewery effectively through a couple short videos and taking you into some rather unique areas like the old brewhouse and cellars, where of course you get an outstanding glass straight from the barrel. You see the current production & bottling areas as well, it doesn't Disneyify the brewing process like some of the other high-volume European brewers do. The guide we had was ok, but not the most enthusiastic or informative.

Founded in 1842 this is the brewery that invented pilsner beers. The tour is worth the $8 entry…read moreprice and is quite informative. This place is huge and the tour takes about 1 1\2 hours. Bring a light jacket because it gets chilly down in the cellars. At the end you get to taste the fresh beer right from the aging barrel. This is unfiltered and unpasteurized beer and it tastes phenomenally good!

Strahov Monastery Brewery Was hoping to tour the monestry…read morebut that didn't happen. Arrived here in the late afternoon and hardly anyone around. There was a restaurant to the right and also brewery to the right. We made the left turn and noticed two huge copper kettle welcoming. The lady told us to sit at the two seater desk right next to a person coughing real bad and that really made us comfortable. Ordered DIPA. Soup and salad. Pilsner arrived first by mistake which I didn't touch. Turned out to be for the guy coughing real bad. Soon, mine arrived. It was one of the best tasting DIPA. I had to compliment the bartender. Apparently, this one is brewed here also. Very nice ambience especially with two copper kettles at the front. Monks stopped brewing beers for awhile. No ales.

The service and beer were outstanding. That bread basket had me squealing with delight at the the…read moredifferent offerings. The atmosphere was very special and you could tell you were in an ancient and beautiful place.

We went on a tour here and it was very fun. We got to see the huge vats and the bottling factory…read morewas impressive. Eventually we got to do the beer tasting where they gave us way too much beer.

Save the best for last. I tried this rib platter three times and this was the best version. The…read moredifference? A great bbq glaze. I have tried the Pilsner Urquell chain two times (previously in Prague), and both times the food delivered in flavor. Servers were pleasant and helpful. Since this is a PU chain, you only get a choice of two drafts, light or dark. Also, I wish they would wipe down the table before serving me. The previous customers only had beer, but the overflow brought a bunch of ants to the party. Nice patio and ample indoor seating. Dinner service stops at 8PM on Sun.

Went there twice on two different days. Both times food was good - typical Czech fare (svickova,…read moregulas, krkovice, etc). Service is normal. If you look white and don't speak Czech at the table they assume you're German and speak to you in German (we are Dutch, I understand Czech and ordered in Czech, nevertheless the waitress kept speaking German). Unfortunately the bill presented a "various drinks 10% tax" (translated) charge of 67kc highlighted in red, which we never ordered, and never received. It's evident this is not a real tax, as we didn't order 670kc worth of drinks, so it can't be 10% tax of anything. We had two dishes, two beers and two ciders as listed, and the tax is always listed separately as DPH 10% and 21% at the bottom of the order, as it is here too (correctly). We disputed this 67kc charge and the waitress didn't want to give in/lose face, and eventually snatched the 700kc from our table and left us. If it's tax it's always listed separately, not as a 'Název'. If it's a service charge, it should be labelled 'servis' or 'obsluha' or 'tips' - it wasn't (and even that is uncommon in CZ outside tourist areas). The waitress also told us we can pay "36 euro" (written in pen on the bill) which as of the time of writing is the same as 875kc, NOT 742kc - furthermore trying to cheat us out of more money through unofficial conversion. Being cheated for the equivalent of 2.5 euros is a really low blow for a restaurant that is owned by a large brewery and we won't be coming here again. We advise anyone who does come here and speaks anything other than Czech to carefully check their bill or go to another place - you can get pub food and a beer at 5 other places in a 100 meter radius. It's a pity, because we liked the food and the previous time the bill was fine and the ambiance is good - but the manager should be aware of what their staff is doing. I'm certain if I came in alone and only ordered and paid in Czech without my Dutch speaking family, such a charge would not have appeared - as this hasn't happened to me before in the past 4 years in Czechia.

Good place to get away from the streets Frys are VERY good…read morethe chicken burger was a little sweet in the batter burger also was good but a little sweet. Not sure how haha good drinks, good food, good service

So we wanted more schnitzel and a pork knuckle. The food was great but I really like their beers!…read more The wall paper is fun. The service was good.

If you take a tour here, you'll get to see where and how Pilsners are made. To be honest, before…read morecoming here, I had no idea what a Pilsner was because I'm not a big beer drinker, but I knew what one was after leaving here. It's a hoppy-tasting beer enjoyed around the world made famous in the city of Plzeň. From the moment you step into the brewery, you're greeted with a sense of history and tradition that has been meticulously preserved. The guided tour is both informative and engaging, taking you through the brewery's origins and the meticulous brewing process. The highlight, of course, is the chance to sample the original Pilsner Urquell directly from the oak barrels in the cellars - a unique experience that truly sets this tour apart. The tour guides are knowledgeable and passionate, sharing fascinating stories about the brewery's rich history and its pivotal role in shaping the lager style of beer. The facilities are immaculate, and the blend of historic charm with modern efficiency is impressive. Now let's talk about the beer. Pilsner Urquell is simply divine. The crisp, refreshing taste of the lager is even more delightful when enjoyed on-site, paired with the beautiful setting of the brewery. Even though I'm not a beer drinker, I enjoyed my sample that came straight from the barrell, and everybody else on the tour said that a Pilsner in the Czech Republic tastes better than anywhere else. (I'll have to take their word for it.) There's a gift shop at the end of the tour, it's a little pricey, but I was able to snag a few magnets and a pair of socks for cheap. All in all, whether you're a beer aficionado or just looking for an interesting day out, Pilsner Urquell Brewery offers an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Czech Republic!

This was a fun tour - one gets to see literally each stage of life of a Pilsner Urquell, from…read morefermenting to bottling to the complimentary glass of it they give you. The cellar portion of the tour, the murky old tunnels with barrels galore, was my favourite. Though it was an inconvenience to go out of our way en route from Prague to Munich to do this, I'm glad we did. Excellent experience and memory.

Only way to get here from Plzen downtown is to drive, or take a cab which is rather cheap about 200…read moreCZK, or about €8, which works out to be €2 per mile. Their beers are pretty good and their repertoire of brews is rather large by European standards, perhaps the brewers or owners had some American brewing experience. And they also have a bowling alley and a hotel in the complex. Best of all, the food here is great, actually the best I had in Czech Republic and Eastern Europe, and I have been here for almost a month!

Amazing place food was excellent and the potions where very generous! We tried the beer sampler,…read moreall beers where amazing... Highly recommended