Hemingway Bar
7.8Friend Score / 10#5 of 10 Bars & Nightlife in Prague
Known forHemingway DaiquiriOld FashionedGin FizzWooden Pen
Prague's most famous cocktail bar — a small, candle-lit den near the river with encyclopedic rum and absinthe lists and genuinely world-class drinks. A friend would send you, but only with a reservation: walk-ins are usually turned away, and it opens at 5pm (7pm weekends). Dress and behave like an adult; they enforce house rules.
Key facts
| Hours | Mon–Thu 17:00–01:00 Fri–Fri 17:00–02:00 Sat–Sat 19:00–02:00 Sun–Sun 19:00–01:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Karlovy lázně or Národní divadlo tram stops (trams 2, 17, 18), 3-5 min walk; Staroměstská metro (line A) ~8 min |
| Time needed | 1.5-2 hours |
| Best time to go | Weekday right at 5pm opening, or reserve a week ahead for weekends |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.8/10- Value8.0
- iconic7.5
- Freshness9.1
- Crowd level4.5
- Authenticity8.0
- Accessibility8.5
Frequently asked questions
- Can I bring a large group to Hemingway Bar?
- No — they cap group sizes (usually around 4-6) and explicitly turn away parties and celebrations that would change the room's vibe. For a group night out, pick a beer hall instead.
- Where exactly is Hemingway Bar in Prague?
- Karolíny Světlé 26 in the Old Town, a quiet lane a block from the Vltava, about 5 minutes' walk from Charles Bridge. The entrance is discreet — look for the small sign.
- What are Hemingway Bar's opening hours?
- Monday-Thursday 5pm-1am, Friday 5pm-2am, Saturday 7pm-2am, Sunday 7pm-1am. Note the later weekend opening — don't show up Saturday at 5.
- Is Hemingway Bar touristy?
- The crowd is heavily international — it's on every world's-best-bars list, so that's inevitable. But the craft is real and locals still rate it; it's touristy in audience, not in soul.
- Is there a dress code at Hemingway Bar?
- No formal dress code, but it's a grown-up bar with house rules — no big groups, no stag parties, keep your voice down. Smart casual fits the room best.
- What should I order at Hemingway Bar?
- Anything with rum or absinthe — those are the house obsessions, with hundreds of bottles behind the bar. If you're overwhelmed, just tell the bartender what you like; bespoke drinks are half the point of the place.
- How much do cocktails cost at Hemingway Bar?
- Expect roughly 250-350 CZK for most cocktails — expensive for Prague, normal for a bar of this caliber. Given the skill and ingredients, most people leave feeling it was fair.
- Do I need a reservation at Hemingway Bar Prague?
- Practically yes. It's a small room and it fills every night — book on their website a few days ahead, a week or more for Friday or Saturday. Walk-ins occasionally get squeezed in at opening time on weekdays, but don't count on it.
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