Břevnovský Klašter Pivovar sv. Vojtěcha is located just behind Klášterní Šenk. Newly renovated in 2011, this brewery has a rich history. Home to the oldest brewery in the Czech Republic, documents date this Benedictine brewery back to the year 933. Adding a contemporary spin on traditional Czech beers, Benedict Pivovar is impressive for its consistently high quality beers.

After you’ve walked through the main gate, you’ll notice Klášterní Šenk on your right. The interior is reflective of the rich history surrounding this monastery- high ceilings, stone walls, wooden beams and tables, plus a working fire-place give this large room a simple, historic coziness. With 6 beers on tap, many a beer drinker’s palate can be satisfied. Always on tap, Benedict’s 20° Imperial Pilsner and 11° dark lager prove to be the best beers, but they also serve Klaster 11° light lager, Vít 12° unfiltered wheat beer, Lobkowicz 12° premium, and Platan non-alcoholic.

Conducive to beer drinking and putting some meat on your bones, this menu of hearty Czech cuisine includes meats like duck, roasted rabbit, ostrich, with a variety of sauces and sides. Tender and meaty, the ribs here are impressive, served with horseradish and mustard. The starters are particularly tasty, including some more unusual items like ostrich liver, while keeping to the traditional things like pork scratchings with fat and onions to beef tartar.

Klášterní Šenk is part of a monastery surrounded by a green, pleasant park, which often hosts fairs and festivals. Service is friendly, English easily spoken, and prices are fair when considering the quality. This pub fills up quickly, so reservations are suggested. Located just behind the restaurant is Břevnovský Klašter Pivovar, and right inside this building is a shop which sells more of Benedict’s top notch brew. Take tram 22 to the stop Břevnovský Klašter, and you’ll find Klášterní Šenk located within the monastery