If you visit only one historic pub in Prague, make it U Fleků. This place has been brewing beer without interruption since 1499, which puts it in a category almost entirely its own. Over five centuries of beer, and it’s still going strong in the same building in New Town.
We take guests here regularly on our tours, and the reaction is almost always the same: people walk in expecting a tourist trap and walk out genuinely impressed. The history here isn’t just a marketing angle. It’s built into the walls, the courtyard, the copper kettles.
The brewery traces its roots to 1499, when a house on Křemencova Street was first recorded as a brewing property. Various owners came and went over the centuries. The Flekovský family took over in the 18th century, and the name U Fleků stuck. By the 19th century it had settled into the form you see today, a large beer hall complex with a brewery attached.
It survived wars, regime changes, and the general chaos of Central European history. The communist era brought some unwanted changes, but the beer kept flowing. Today it operates as a private company and draws visitors from across the world.
U Fleků brews exactly one beer. It’s a dark lager called Flekovský tmavý ležák 13°, and it’s been the house beer for as long as anyone can reliably trace. The recipe hasn’t changed much. It’s a 13-degree original gravity dark lager, deep brown, slightly sweet, with a gentle roasted character and low bitterness.
You won’t find a pilsner or an IPA on tap here. That’s the point. They do one thing and they do it well. The beer is brewed on site in small batches, which means freshness is rarely an issue.
U Fleků is a large venue, so don’t expect a quiet corner pub experience. The main beer hall seats several hundred people, and in peak season it fills up fast. There are also outdoor courtyard areas that are excellent in warmer months.
The accordion player divides opinion. Some people love it as part of the atmosphere. Others find it a bit much. Either way, it’s part of the U Fleků experience.
Yes, with a realistic expectation. Prices are higher than a local Czech pub, and it does attract a lot of tourists. But the beer is genuinely excellent, the building is remarkable, and there is nowhere else in the world where you can drink a lager brewed in the same spot since the 15th century.
We always recommend pairing a visit to U Fleků with stops at a few local neighbourhood pubs to get a fuller picture of Prague’s beer culture. The contrast is interesting and it makes both experiences better.
U Fleků is located at Křemencova 11 in Prague’s New Town, about a 10-minute walk from Wenceslas Square. The nearest metro is Karlovo náměstí on line B. It’s easy to reach on foot from most central neighbourhoods.
Do I need a reservation at U Fleků?
For large groups, yes, book ahead. For smaller groups of two to four people, you can usually walk in, but evenings in summer can be packed, so a reservation doesn’t hurt.
Is U Fleků included in your beer tours?
It depends on the tour. Some of our Prague beer tours include a stop here. Check the individual tour pages or ask us directly when you book.
What does the beer cost at U Fleků?
Expect to pay around 90 to 110 CZK for a half-litre, which is higher than a typical Czech pub but fair for what you’re getting.
Can I visit the brewery itself?
There’s a small brewery museum you can visit. The full production brewery isn’t open for public tours, but the museum gives you a decent sense of the history and process.
Want to visit U Fleků and other great Prague beer spots with a local guide? Check out our Prague beer tour and see what we have lined up.
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