I’m in Prague and I’m confused. Now before you all start to state what you believe to be obvious, or before those in the know blame it on too much slivovice while wetting the head of new grandson Edwin, allow me to explain. My new chum Václav, head keys at my hotel, has recommended this place. Obviously, the Imperial will be the focal point, and I should find it adjoining. Simples. I duly find The Imperial, with Next Door…across the road. Oh well.
This is all soon forgotten as some lovely cheery Czechs usher me to a corner table. (I have no idea why I felt it relevant to comment on Czech people being in a restaurant in the Czech Republic; rereading the sentence I guess it’s my unwillingness to allow a good alliteration to slip through the fingers.) It’s exactly as Václav and the website describe it, a modern Czech bistro. A handsome space, painted ceilings and a lot of light oak. I have no issues with glass display cases; however, the fact that this one is full of cake slices makes me hope like crazy that it’s refrigerated.
I think you have to smile to be allowed in here, whether as customer or server. At 7 on a Saturday evening the place is buzzing. There is a lot of laughter
Next Door by Imperial
In Czechia, the name of chef Zdeněk Pohlreich is synonymous with and a guarantee of quality. Pohlreich has an iron fist not only in television programming, but also in his own kitchens, which recently included the Next Door bistro. From the outset, the dining room, which opens onto the kitchens, was conceived as a showcase for Czech cuisine, and the menu is entirely in keeping with this credo. The chef’s specialities include kidneys with mustard and cabbage sauce, and tripe with smoked paprika, with a marjoram turnover. Next door is one of those places where you can take both conservative family members and foreign visitors who want to discover Czech cuisine, and you can of course take a trip yourself to satisfy a culinary nostalgia. Beef fillet in a vegetable sauce, duck leg with sauerkraut or veal escalope with mashed potatoes are simply delicious. For less traditional dishes, try the venison with cranberry sauce and spätzle, or the veal cheek, which Pohlreich cooks in brown beer and serves with basil cabbage.
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items:Beer, Bread/Buns, Cocktails, Dessert, Seafood
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3 weeks ago
This is connected to the Continental hotel and had some great gluten free beer and a delicious chicken dish!
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1 month ago
I ate here few times and never had any reaction. The staff is very informed and many dishes are naturally gf, they are even marked on the menu.
2 months ago
Beautiful, luxury restaurant with GF marked options and also GF beer and dessert
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— Beer, Cocktails, Seafood, Dessert & more
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1 year ago
The menu, including the daily specials, is clearly marked for gluten-free options. There's a wide choice in each category, although less so for those who don't eat meat. I was provided with outstanding gluten-free bread too.
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I like sharing good food with my family in interesting restaurants after long sightseeing. It’s an important part of a trip for me😉
My Mum and I go to Prague regularly and by a blind chance we came across a restaurant called Imperial. It is held by a well-known Czech chef Pohlreich and the interior is breathtaking (for more information about it check my post: Imperial). Anyway, today’s post is supposed to be about new Pohlreich’s restaurant – Next Door by Imperial. As the name suggests, it’s located very close to Imperial J We booked a lunch there and I must say I was pleasantly surprised.
The interior is is stunning. I really like the big mirrors. There is a section for the ones who booked a table in advance but also for those who just passed by and decided to eat there.
The idea of letting the customers peep into the kitchen is unique and it attracts a lot of attention. Basically, you an see how everything works in the kitchen and how the staff prepares your meal! Furthermore, if you are lucky enough, you can meet there… Mr. Pohlreich! Amazing, isn’t it?😀
Another advantage is that you don’t have to wait hours for your meal. I can recommend a few meals f
The NEXT DOOR Restaurant
The NEXT DOOR Restaurant, the latest addition by celebrity chef Zdeněk Pohlreich, is a hot item on all foodies’ lists!
Italian architect Luciano Belcapo created this perfectly formed venue while accenting the original ceiling frescos from 1889. Settle into an exclusive front row seat and absorb the thrilling action from the open plan kitchen.
Top-notch food and drink in a stunning space NEXT DOOR has become a real destination in its own right.
Our modern variations of Czech cuisine delight even the most expectant taste buds. All meals are strictly made of the freshest ingredients. You will just love returning for the seasonal variations! NEXT DOOR is a single destination for all day dining experience, from morning until night.
