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Lehka hlava - Clear Head  
 based on 38 member reviews
Borsov 2, Praha 1, Czechia, Prague
Praha 1
+420-222-220665
Type: Lacto, Vegan-friendly, International, Juice bar, Wine, Take-out
Info: Vegetarianska restaurace. Contemporary international vegetarian cuisine featuring specials, tapas, soups, salads, desserts, pasta, main entrees, fresh juices, and an assortment of beverages. Menu is also in English, and vegan items are marked. No eggs used. Interior is unique with each rooms a different theme: a small colorful contemporary room, a warm orange room with fish tank, and a blue heaven room filled with stars. Reservation recommended. No smoking. Open Mon-Fri 11:30-23:30, Sat-Sun 12:00-23:30, with kitchen break from 15:30-17:00 when only appetizers and desserts are served. Directions: From Charles Bridge (Karlova mostu) walk south for 2 blocks along Krizovnicka to K Svetle and then turn left onto Borsov, a quiet alley off of K Svetle. Restaurant is immediately on left side in a soft peach color building. Accepts credit cards. Price: Moderate.
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| "Beautiful and delicious. Great place for a date!"
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Posted on: Monday, October 19, 2009 |
Review: Wow! Just wow! I travel about 200 days a year and have made it my personal mission to check out every Happy Cow restaurant that I can all around the globe (thank God for this site). So far I've seen a few, but this one is among the top 5 I've seen so far. The decor is enchanting, sublime and romantic. The food is excellent. And the vibe is friendly and relaxed. As other reviewers here have mentioned, make a reservation, is seems to always be busy. Take my advice, please, do not miss this place - you'll be glad you went.
Pros: Excellent food * Healthy cuisine * Extraordinary atmosphere.
Cons: Sometimes hard to get a table * * |
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• Hi Klingsor, I liked your review of this place. It sounds wonderful. I travel a lot too, and will definitely hit this place the next time I am in Prague.. response by Jeffrey
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| "A Very Special Place"
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Posted on: Tuesday, September 22, 2009 |
Review: Everything about this place is wonderful - a great menu with plenty of interesting choices, REALLY delicious food, incredibly friendly, helpful staff and good atmosphere. Perfect place to spend an evening in lovely Prague. But I also wish there was one in my town!!!
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| "I wish this place was in my town instead of prague"
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Posted on: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 |
Review: ...i would be a regular visitor, it is a lovely place, very nice environment, delicious food, fast service, large enought portions (unlike it's sister restaurant Maitrea), just perfect:):):)make sure you book in advance, as its VERY busy.
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| "Legendary"
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Posted on: Tuesday, September 15, 2009 |
Review: This is a super establishment and easily in my top 10 of all time. The food is magnificent and I have experienced some of the best vegetarian restaurants in Europe and the UK so I wouldn't say that lightly. The rooms are beautiful, and the tables are works of modern art in their own right. An amazing, cosy dining experience in a wonderful setting. I cannot think of anything negative to say at all. One of the finest vegetarian meals I have ever had.
Pros: gourmet food * unique touches * location
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| "Lovely restaurant for a romantic dinner!"
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Posted on: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 |
Review: We were so happy to find this amazing restaurant. There are three rooms and they all have a different theme and all the decor was designed by their friends. They have heaps of vegan options. We went there in Aug 09 for dinner on two evenings. I had the barley risotto and the stir fry dish which were both great. Matt had the red curry and he really enjoyed that. For starter, we had the sundried tomato and peanut pesto - that was excellent and it was served with yummy bread. We also shared a dessert which was a carrot cake served warm with soy custard/sauce. It was pretty good. I'd definitely recommend this place.
Pros: excellent vegan options * lovely decor * reasonably priced
Cons: Book a table cos it's really popular! * * |
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| "Excellent"
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Posted on: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 |
Review: Great place. We didn't need a reservation but I guess we were lucky. Prague definitely had the best veggie restaurants (I travelled in Germany and Austria too) on my trip.
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| "I'll be back!"
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Posted on: Tuesday, July 21, 2009 |
Review: *Make reservation to be sure to get a table.
*Friendly and service minded staff.
*Unusual décor but not really for me, it was too dark and I like to se what I'm eating.
*Good vegan food and wines.
*Deserves a visit!
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| "Great!"
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Posted on: Friday, June 12, 2009 |
Review: I went without a reservation, which turned out to be a bad idea, they were full with reservations. However, they said I could eat there provided I finished my meal within an hour. I'm very glad that they were so helpful, as the food was really very good, and the atmosphere was great. Next time in Prague, I will definitely go here again, but I will make sure to get a reservation.
Pros: good, inventive dishes * friendly staff * lovely atmosphere
Cons: location was hard to find * * |
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| "definitely lives up to reviews, get a reservation!"
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Posted on: Saturday, May 16, 2009 |
Review: Had a wonderful dinner here. Nice vegan options (I highly recommend the burrito!) We arrived in Prague on a Sat evening and immediately called and they could only get us in at 9:30 but we just killed time walking around the marvelous Old Town streets. The restaurant has several different rooms, we sat in the Orange room, which was nice. pretty much everyone around us was speaking English. There's a room with stars on the ceiling that I'm going to request on our last night here, but also don't get stuck next to the Bathroom! I believe you walk up to the register at the end of your meal and pay rather than asking for the bill (could be wrong) that's what we observed and did. Also, they take credit cards, but imprint your card and they can't add a tip so make sure you have some cash for your hard working waitress, they were jam packed and turning around tables as fast as possible so people waiting could sit together, etc.
Pros: vegan friendly * popular *
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| "Creative vegetarian cuisine"
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Posted on: Saturday, April 25, 2009 |
Review: Creative and delicious dishes -- not a run of the mill type of place. Given the experience, I would say excellent value. Different themed rooms add to the atmosphere. Popular, so reservations needed.
Pros: creative * delicious * atmosphere
Cons: popular * * |
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| "Wonderful"
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Posted on: Thursday, February 12, 2009 |
Review: Myself & my partner went here on sunday just gone.
I would recommend to book ahead as it was busy. I booked ahead via the email on their website. I booked the star room which was very atmospheric. The food & service was excellent.
Pros: great food * excellent service * atmospheric
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| "Great lunch option"
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Posted on: Monday, January 19, 2009 |
Review: I ate lunch here a few times while I was in Prague. The set lunch menu is generally delicious and always a great value. Plenty of vegan options.
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| "what a nice place!"
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Posted on: Thursday, December 11, 2008 |
Review: loved the atmosphere of this restaurant. had really amazing food here, excellent service, and cheap! great place to spend an evening!
Pros: atmosphere * price * food
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| "Best in Town!"
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Posted on: Monday, September 15, 2008 |
Review: In a recent visit to Prague I and my girlfriend had the chance to visit the "Clear Head" restaurant for lunch. Although the portions were not that big, the food was definitely great and I could say it is one of the best veggie restaurants I have been!!! Plus the nice atmosphere and the friendly (English speaking) staff turned the visit
into a very pleasant experience. Would go to Prague just to have this delicious meal again! :-) Make sure you have a map to find it and as other people have advised before, a reservation might be a good idea. We have also been at the Radost but it was not as good as the Clear Head.
Pros: Great food! * Nice Atmosphere * Vegan Friendly
Cons: none * * |
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| "Well worth visit"
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Posted on: Monday, September 01, 2008 |
Review: Having read previous reviews booked a table for our last night. Friendly waitress led us into an atmospheric front room. Food was excellent. Oriental stir fry for me; grilled goats cheese on bed of spinach for partner. Portions small compared with other restaurants in Prague, but big enough to satisfy and yet leave space for dessert. The Italian pannacotta was to die for. Partners carrot cake came in two big portions. I offered to help her eat some of it. What a task! All washed down with a very nice glass of wine. a relaxed, friendly eating experience. On our list of 'must visit again' restaurants.
Pros: Friendly staff * Excellent food * Relaxed surroundings
Cons: Having to remember to book * Hidden away * |
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Posted on: Sunday, August 31, 2008 |
Review: The portions are little bit smaller then what I have read here. Everything tasted great and the design of the place is beautiful. We were waiting for a meal pretty long time about 45 minutes so be ready to spend some time here but its worth your time. Also make sure you have RESERVATION !!!
We didn't had one but got lucky with one last table. ;o)I had the tempeh coctail and the white creamy bean soup delicious. Next time I will visit Prague I will definatelly go to Lehka Hlava.
Pros: Food Quality * Design *
Cons: Meal Size * Waiting time * |
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| "Geat restaurant"
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Posted on: Thursday, August 07, 2008 |
Review: Great restaurant and fantastic value for money. Best meal we had in Prague AND the lowest price. Very popular so booking is recommended. While we were their we saw people turned away as it was full!!!
Starters are large so can do 2 and the main courses are substantial. Staff were very helpful and all spoke English. Very taste with lots of choice. Will certainly visit again on our next visit.
Pros: Tasty food * Price * Service
Cons: Booking recommended * Lttle difficult to find in a side street * |
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| "Good find"
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Posted on: Friday, July 11, 2008 |
Review: Especially in city w/minimal veg food, this is a great find. Nice atmosphere. The food was really good and the service was nice (especially for Prague). Just back from 3 weeks in Europe, so really don't recall much detail. Just recall the portions were good size and the food was delicious.
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Posted on: Friday, July 04, 2008 |
Review: i ate at lehka hlava when i was in prague and i must say, it was a pleasant alternative to standard czech food. the food was delicious - i got the bulgar risotto, the vegetables were crisp and fresh tasting and the overall meal was very light, though it was a large portion. i felt good afterwards, not sluggy like i sometimes feel after a restaurant dinner. dessert was great also - i had the carrot cake and my boyfriend had the custard with chocolate, both delicious!! i would definitely go back.
Pros: healthy * reasonably priced * tasted fresh!
Cons: no tap water >:( * * |
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| "Great food, cheap prices."
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Posted on: Monday, June 30, 2008 |
Review: This was our favorite restaurant on our trip. We ate a two-meal lunch for about 4 euro each. We had a cauliflower soup and a sproutburger with a pumpkin purée and it tasted really good. The interior was fashionable and original. Strongly recomend this place!
Pros: Taste * Low prices * Cool design
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| "Not very good really...."
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Posted on: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 |
Review: We ate here in June 08. We'd read elsewhere about how good it was. In fact, it isn't. Okay, if you are vegetarian and in prague then you don't have a lot of choice, but we were led to expect this was something special. In reality the place is small and studenty, the waitress surly and perfunctory, the food passable but not great. Mainly mexican-type - burritos etc - but not done as well as a mexican. The starters were just peculiar - a weird aubergine pate was just acidic and oniony - served with hard lumps of bread. Both mains were very cheese-heavy and bland tasting. Beer (bottled) was unchilled and so warm. Atmosphere is non-existent. Very disappointing. You won't go hungry, but it won't be a treat either. Last visit we went to Radost and it was much, much better.
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Posted on: Saturday, May 24, 2008 |
Review: Some of the service we had was not very good (could just be a bad day for the server), but also some of the service was quite good.
Small number of vegan options - they are clearly indicated on the menu.
The food was good.
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Cons: service * * |
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| "Best in Prague"
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Posted on: Thursday, March 20, 2008 |
Review: This is with no hesitation the best place in Prague. We came back there four times in a single week!!
The decoration is beautiful and peaceful, the menu elaborates on the ingridiants of all dishes in English (plus vegan / vegan-option marks), the staff is friendly and English speaking, the food itself is excellent and healthy. On top of everything else - it's all very well priced. We hardly never passed the 18 Euro line for a two-course meal for two people, including wine!
It is true that out of a very wide menu there are only reletivly few vegan options - but each and every one of them is really good (the spinach and tampa pasta is highly recommended).
Pros: Briliant food * welcoming staff * good value
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| "Excellent place"
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Posted on: Friday, December 28, 2007 |
Review: I (mostly vegan)went to Prague the week end before Christmas with my husband(veggie) and four omni friends. I persuaded them to try Clear Head the first night. We booked in the morning as with six of us it seemed a good idea. We were in a cozy room just inside the entrance. The price was very reasonable, the choice good and the food excellent. The service was also very friendly. Everyone really enjoyed the evening and the food. The next night we went to an Indian restaurant which cost three times as much and had no vegan food as all was cooked in ghee. Surprisingly the next night my friends suggested we go back to Clear Head. We didn't book as it was a Monday and we planned to eat very early (17.00) we only just got squeezed in so ALWAYS book. Hope to go back next time we visit Prague.
Pros: Good food * friendly service * no smoking
Cons: Need to book in advance * * |
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Posted on: Wednesday, October 31, 2007 |
Review: Good location near Narodni Divadlo. It has always been hard to find veggie food near this area. We used to live in Prague and are totally loyal to Albio, but we decided to try Lehka hlava for a change.
We were extremely disappointed when the restaurant closed early when we first tried to go there for dinner. (We were starving vegans and they couldn't offer us ANYTHING to eat!) We really lost it when they couldn't accommodate us (only two people!) the next night because they were expecting some Buddhist leaders to come and eat. I understand that it's not typical in the CR to wait for a table if a restaurant is full, but it's hard to believe they couldn't make room for just the two of us!
When we finally got to eat there at lunch, the food was great, but it wasn't worth the strife. If you are traveling and want a sure thing after you trek all over the city looking for a vegan meal, don't depend on Lehka hlava. Try making a reservation, perhaps?
Pros: Food * *
Cons: Closed before posted time * Opened after posted time * Not accommodating during busy hours |
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Posted on: Friday, October 26, 2007 |
Review: I don't know what it is for me but all is well when i am in a vegetarian atmosphere. I followed a vegan diet for several years and usually try to be more veggy than anything. You always feel at home in a good place like that.
But I have to admit that I was really not impressed by the taste and texture of the coconut soup or the tofu salad. The dressing was tofu as well but was wayyy to salty for my taste. Maybe I had expectations.. I don't know but I was not feeling the food I ordered. Good portions.
I would go back though cause surely there are other menu items with taste.
The service was Excellent and Atmostphere perfect for what I needed!. Good fresh tea and very resonable price.
O an location.. make sure to take the address with you because it's on a little side street that's not on most maps.. so whereever you think it is.. its pretty much around back.. just walk around there it's beautiful anyway.. and you will find it!
Pros: Atmosphere * Service * Portions
Cons: Flavour * * |
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Posted on: Wednesday, October 10, 2007 |
Review: We loved Clear Head so much we ate there twice in one day!! Lunch was in the orange room - if it's a remotely miserable Prague day make sure you have either the hot apple or pear juice! Good soups, really nice surroundings and from certain parts of the restaurant you can view the kitchen. My friend's salad tasted slightly 'on the turn' and the chhef was only too happy (and quick!) to make a replacement. Seitan risotto was fantastic - wish we were staying longer so we could have gone back! If you want to go in the evening you'd be advised to book as it can get full fairly quickly.
Pros: Great food * Good atmosphere * really helpful staff
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| "Super Supper"
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Posted on: Friday, October 05, 2007 |
Review: Wonderful relaxed atmosphere and delightful food.
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| "Highly Recommended when in Prague"
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Posted on: Sunday, September 30, 2007 |
Review: Was here twice in September 2007. Excellent dining experience both times. The ambiance of the restaurant was very hip, clean, and pleasant.
The food was tasty and satisfying and in good portions. We dined once in the orange room, and once in the colorful modern room. The menu offered a variety of choices (in English, too). The dishes we ordered were: the house special mint lemonade, freshly squeezed carrot-ginger juice, the goat cheese salad, tempeh bulgar risotto, spinach with goat cheese atop potatoes gratin, and marinated skewered vegetables with couscous. All very good and reasonable prices.
If you come to Prague, definitely eat at Clear Head. It's now on my list of favorite veggie restaurants.
Pros: good vibes * good food * good service
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| "clear head, empty stomach"
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Posted on: Thursday, September 27, 2007 |
Review: Unfortunately they wouldn't serve us, since they close in the afternoons despite their signage and website claiming otherwise. We went out of our way to eat here only to be met with a cold welcome and insistence that they weren't open between lunch and dinner hours. We understood that the warm food section would be closed but they wouldn't offer us anything. So be warned, although they might say they are open there's a good chance they might just decide not to serve you.
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Cons: service * a little further afield * |
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• Dear Lucas,
I am Martin, owner of the Lehka Hlava - Clear Head Restaurant.
I am sorry for what happened to you. I think there must have been some misunderstanding. My idea of what might happen is that we did last week (on Tuesday) a celebration party for the staff and really closed for public from afternoon till midnight. This happened for the 3 times from the time we opened 2 years ago, otherwise we are open every day 11.30 till 23.30 with a warm kitchen pause from 15.30-17.00. Could you please tell me the exact date when this unpleasant event happened to you? If you hit the Tuesday I am sorry for misunderstanding in our explanation. In other case I can check with my staff, what was the reason for their behavior and prevent similar things in future.
Thank you for your effort in letting us know.
With respect
Martin. response by Jaydip
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Posted on: Monday, August 13, 2007 |
Review: We found this resturant (eventually), through this website. Really glad we didn, we actually went back a few times, each time the food was great. Lovely ceiling too!
Can be tricky to find but, do try - you won't be disappointed!
Pros: great food * helpful staff * great value
Cons: difficult to find * * |
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| "What a gem (August 2007)"
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Posted on: Sunday, August 12, 2007 |
Review: Found this place from this site and it was brilliant. Food & drink excellent. One member of party not vegetarian but she really enjoyed her choice. Best place we found during the whole of our 5 day trip. Highly recommended
Pros: really cheap * friendly staff * nice atmosphere
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| "Vegetarians Visiting Prague Rejoice!"
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Posted on: Monday, August 06, 2007 |
Review: My family and I were worried about finding good vegetarian food while vacationing in Prague. Due to the great reviews of this restaurant by Happy Cow readers, we tried Clear Head. The food was so good and such a great value the first night, we came back the next night. The food, decor, and service were all exceptional. Highly recommended!
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| "A clear head and a very happy, full tummy!"
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Posted on: Friday, July 20, 2007 |
Review: This place is truly exceptional and I wish it could be transplanted to New York (and given the wealth of great vegetraian cuisine here, that is high praise!) Reservations are definitely [and justifiably] recommended. Nice staff, beautiful & distinctive decor, and the food is fresh, bountiful, delicious and cheeeeep--a two-course dinner plus the absolutely SUBLIME drink-that-eats-like-a-meal "Aztec Hot Chocolate" ran about $12 USD total. What a gem--AND I discovered it through this very site!
Pros: fabulous & flavourful * inexpensive,huge portions * close to many attractions
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| "Clear Head April 2007"
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Posted on: Monday, April 23, 2007 |
Review: A weekend in Prague and a visit to the famous Clear Head restaurant. I loved it and so did my partner. For a grand total of 20GBP we ate two good sized mains, 2 sides, 2 drinks and 2 desserts. I knew Prague was cheap but the standard of food put Veggie London to shame. I doubt we could have eaten so well in London for double that amount of money.
If you're in Prague, definately do mot miss Clear Head.
Pros: friendly * ambience * cost
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| "Fantastic food!!"
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Posted on: Wednesday, March 21, 2007 |
Review: We went here for dinner and had a fastastic "South American" themed meal. We were seated in the blue starlight room, the waiting staff were friendly and spoke some english, and we had an appetiser, starter, main, desert, coffee and a bottle of wine for about £10/head. Food was beautifully presented, quickly prepared and delicious. We liked it so much we went back the next night to try the regular menu. Wonderful place, you must try it if you are in Prague! We didnt make reservations on either Saturday or Sunday, but were easily fitted in.
Pros: Excellent Food * Great value * Nice staff
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Posted on: Thursday, March 08, 2007 |
Review: Nice place with a modern yet earthy atmosphere. The waiter was really nice and spoke such good english I thought he was from the states. The menu doesn't have a ton of vegan options, but what they have is clearly marked. I went to the brunch buffet on Sunday too, and the was delicious and had lots of vegan options.
Pros: Really nice staff * Vegan options marked * Nice atmosphere
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| "Great little place!"
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Posted on: Saturday, February 17, 2007 |
Review: We arrived an hour late, due to me getting the time of our reservation wrong. Staff were apologetic and helpful, despite it being my mistake, and managed to fit us in. We really enjoyed the food, and there was a good range of clearly marked vegan dishes and vegan options. Delightful ambience, and a good range of drinks too. Good sized portions - we were too full for pudding - and incredible value. If you're going to Prague, you should eat here - we'll be doing so the next time we're there!
Pros: lovely staff * delicious food * perfect for vegans
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| "Better looks than food"
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Posted on: Tuesday, December 12, 2006 |
Review: Nice place to meet a friend for a drink and maybe some starters.
As a restaurant it doesn't live up to its impressive interior.
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Posted on: Thursday, July 27, 2006 |
Review: Excellent, delicious food; fresh and healthy. In my opinion, this is one of (if not the) best vegatarian restaurant in Prague.
Pros: good tasting food * *
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