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An old Chinese proverb says that food is more important than the emperor. Asia is a food paradise, and each country offers fascinating dishes full of exotic spices, sauces, fruits, vegetables, and meats. In Asia, almost everything is consumed, and food is found on every corner. Chinese cuisine, Korean cuisine, and Japanese cuisine use similar soy-based sauces, while South Asian countries tend to feature more fish sauce, coconut, curry pastes, and chili. Some cuisines have simple preparations, while Japan approaches cooking with artistic precision, simplicity of ingredients, and minimalism. In contrast, Thai cuisine, Indonesian cuisine, Malaysian cuisine, and Indian cuisine create a symphony of spices and refined combinations of salty, sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Due to religious influences, India has fewer beef dishes and a rich variety of vegetarian options, whereas Indonesia has less pork, while China and Vietnam consume practically everything. Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese cuisines are among the healthiest in the world, while Chinese and Indian cuisines are among the most widespread.
Asian restaurants are prevalent worldwide, and there are several establishments in Prague where you can enjoy excellent Asian specialties.
Phone: 606 980 612
Štěpán Návrat, the chef and owner of the Café Buddha and Benjamin 14 concept, operates a restaurant in Holešovice that is worth visiting. You can look forward to Asian fusion cuisine, interestingly crafted from local ingredients, served in a beautiful interior designed in a South Asian style or on a summer terrace. You can experience the best of the kitchen through their tasting menu, and if you’re interested in Asian cuisine, they also offer cooking classes.
Phone: 725 069 213
The luxurious Buddha Bar is set in a stylish environment where extraordinary attention is given to every detail of the interior and individual dishes, including lighting and music. A giant Buddha statue dominates the space. The restaurant focuses on Asian cuisine, featuring sushi along with Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Thai specialties. It also boasts a popular bar with a wide range of drinks, including its own signature cocktails.
Phone: 776 770 292
At the stylish Asian restaurant Public Chilli on Ovocné náměstí, you can look forward to a variety of traditional Asian specialties prepared in a modern fusion style. Popular dishes include gyoza dumplings, Pad Thai noodles, beef Pho, baked catfish with chili and tamarind, tempura shrimp, and much more. They serve brunch every day, and during the summer months, you can enjoy all these delights on a lovely outdoor terrace.
| Restaurant Sia Prague 1, V Celnici 1034/6 Phone: 220 199 380 The Sia restaurant near Náměstí Republiky offers a rich selection of Asian cuisine. You can enjoy excellent Peking duck, steamed dumplings, Thai salads, and much more. |
| Restaurant SaSaZu Prague 7, Bubenské náměstí 306/13 Phone: 284 097 455 The Holešovice restaurant Sasazu offers a unique overview of Southeast Asian cuisine, including Indian, Thai, Indonesian, Malaysian, Hong Kong, Vietnamese, and more. The chef skillfully combines various ingredients and spices with elements of Fusion style. You can also enjoy a wide range of original cocktails. If you want to master the basic techniques of cooking Asian dishes, the chef regularly hosts cooking classes. |
Phone: 725 107 059
The popular Indian restaurant Indian Jewel in the center of Prague is run by an Indian owner, with Indian chefs preparing authentic Indian specialties. You can enjoy traditional samosas or pakoras, butter chicken in tomato sauce, lamb Vindaloo, braised lamb in spinach, or specialties from the Tandoor.
Phone: 723 133 562
For lovers of Asian cuisine, we recommend the restaurant Bo District on Ostrovní Street. Here, you can taste traditional Asian specialties in a modern interpretation, such as excellent Udon noodles with beef and orange-soy sauce, chicken with rice noodles in peanut sauce, beef with green curry, and other specialties. For drinks, guests can enjoy refreshing summer cocktails and interesting draft beers.
In Asian restaurants, it is customary to share food, which is why dishes are often served in the center of the table. Chopsticks are commonly used for eating. Asian cuisine relies heavily on fresh vegetables and fruits, which thrive year-round due to the favorable climate. The primary sources of meat are poultry and seafood. Rice is the cornerstone of Asian cuisine, shared among all countries, and many dishes feature noodles, offering a simple and quick way to enjoy a meal. However, you won’t find dairy products or baked pastries here. Tea is often served with meals; in Chinese restaurants, jasmine tea is popular, in Indian establishments, spiced tea with milk is common, and in Korean restaurants, ginseng tea may be offered.
| Restaurant Made in Japan Prague 1, Rytířská 10 Phone: 224 235 604 The Japanese restaurant and sushi bar Made in Japan, located in the center of Prague, offers a variety of traditional Japanese dishes, with a particularly extensive selection of sushi and sashimi. Every Wednesday, they host an unlimited sushi consumption event for a one-time fee. The restaurant’s specialties include pastrami from swordfish, Omakase sushi sets, baked scallops, and shrimp skewers. Also worth trying are the steamed dumplings (Gyoza) or one of the many Japanese soups. |
| Restaurant Asian Temple Prague 1, Bílkova 13 Phone: 725 502 529 A rich selection of Southeast Asian cuisine in a unique, stylish interior. You can savor Japanese steamed dumplings (Gyoza), Korean beef tartare, traditional Thai noodles, tandoori specialties, Sichuan-style pork, sushi, and other delights. The restaurant also offers a selection of world wines, including Chinese options. Additionally, it features a large Teppanyaki table where the chef prepares his specialties right before your eyes. |
| Restaurant Sansho Prague 1, Petrská 25 Phone: 739 592 336 Sansho restaurant offers a unique selection of Asian specialties in a modern style, combining intriguing flavors and aromas. Led by British chef Paul Day, the establishment does not have a fixed menu; instead, it cooks with fresh, seasonal ingredients and serves dinner in the form of a six-course tasting menu that can be customized to your taste in consultation with the staff. You can try specialties such as roasted pork belly with watermelon, 12-hour braised Indonesian beef, or salmon sashimi. The atmosphere in the restaurant is casual, featuring excellent Záhora beer and interesting cocktails. |