Gala Dinner
at Prague’s oldest Beer Restaurant dating back to 1499
The Gala Dinner organised on 23 October will be the perfect finale to two eventful days of MINEX Europe Forum, offering delegates a well-deserved opportunity to unwind and indulge in the warmth of traditional Czech hospitality, food and world’s famous beer.
When: from 19:00 on Wednesday 23 October
Where: Brewery and Restaurant U Fleků, Křemencova 11, 110 00 Nové Město, Prague
Getting there:
Delegates will be taken to the restaurant by coach or can travel independently. The restaurant is located in the heart of the old town across the Vltava River approximately 6 km away from the Hotel International Prague (20-30 minutes by taxi).
Dress code: Casual
What to expect: Private dinner (by invitation only) will be served at the Rytířský sál (Knights‘Hall) and accompanied by live music.
Dinner menu sample:
Specialities Vegetarian dishes for you.
Beer Production and Popularity:
U Fleků serves an impressive 2000 glasses of beer per day. It's not only the most famous Czech restaurant but also a pilgrimage site for beer lovers, both Czech and foreign. U Fleků is one of the few breweries in Central Europe that has been brewing beer continuously for over 500 years.
Despite being nationalized during the communist era, the original owners, the Brtník family, regained control of the brewery and restaurant in 1991 after the fall of the regime1.
Historic Atmosphere:
The Knights' Hall (Rytířský sál) stands on the grounds of the old chapel, which was converted into a malt house. The hall features beautifully decorated walls with a life-size portrait of the first brewer. Carved chairs adorned with emblems of Czech towns with breweries invite guests to sit comfortably. The door even immortalizes the names of brewers from 1499 to 18831. U Fleků's enduring legacy and commitment to quality make it a remarkable destination for beer enthusiasts and history lovers alike!
Speciality beer - Tmavý
A few years back, as lagers were becoming more popular, breweries started experimenting with dark Bohemian lagers, known in Czechia as černé pivo (black) or tmavé pivo (dark). Czech tmavý is a bit of a cheat code — looks dark, but tastes sweetish and chocolatey, with the smooth drinkability lagers offer. U Fleků is one of the most interesting breweries in the world, possibly the oldest, and absolutely the most important example of a tmavý brewed today.
Interesting facts
The U Fleků brewery, located in Prague, has a rich history dating back to 1499. Here are some key points:
Continuous Brewing Tradition:
U Fleků is one of the few breweries in Central Europe that has been brewing beer continuously for over 500 years.
Despite being nationalized during the communist era, the original owners, the Brtník family, regained control of the brewery and restaurant in 1991 after the fall of the regime1.
Natural Ingredients: Master brewers at U Fleků have been crafting their dark lager since 1499 using purely natural ingredients: water, hops, yeast, and four kinds of barley malt.
