Bohemian Spirit Restaurant – Czech
Stepping into this warm, wood-paneled sanctuary feels like a journey to old-world Prague, where the golden glow of chandeliers illuminates a space filled with the comforting hum of conversation and the rhythmic clink of heavy beer steins. The air carries the savory perfume of slow-roasted duck and rich, paprika-spiced goulash, served alongside pillowy dumplings that invite guests to linger over
321, East 73rd Street, NY 10021 +1-212-861-1038 https://bohemianspiritrestaurant.com/Rating: 4.5/5 (664 reviews)
Cuisine: Czech
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday - Friday
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate this Upper East Side gem for its authentic Czech cuisine and immersive atmosphere that feels like a trip to Prague. Guests rave about the extensive menu, highlighting standout dishes like duck confit, schnitzel, goulash, and drowned sausages, alongside hard-to-find Czech beers poured with expert care. Reviewers consistently praise the warm, friendly service and the inviting, museum-like interior filled with history, making it a beloved spot for hearty meals and unique cultural experiences.
Menu
Weekly Specials (from 5pm)
Until sold out / subject to change
- Monday Soup: Borscht Soup - $16
- Monday Entrée: Venison Stroganoff - $29: Served over Penne Pasta
- Tuesday Soup: Venison Soup - $16
- Tuesday Entrée: Chicken Cordon Bleu - $31: Served w/Mashed Potato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Wednesday Soup: Venison Soup - $16 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Wednesday Entrée: Holland Schnitzel - $29: Served w/Potato Salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Thursday Soup: Duck Liver Dumplings Soup - $16
- Thursday Entrée: Fried Chicken - $29: Served w/French Fries
- Friday Soup: Duck Liver Dumplings Soup - $16
- Friday Entrée: Roast Pork Shoulder - $29: Served w/Dark Beer Sauce, Creamy Spinach & Mashed Potato Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Saturday & Sunday Soup: Lentil & Kielbasa Soup - $16
- Saturday & Sunday Entrée: Venison Goulash - $29: Served w/Bread Dumplings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Thanksgiving Soup: Creamy Pumpkin Soup - $16: Served w/Sunflower Seeds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Thanksgiving Entrée: Roasted Turkey - $39: Served w/Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Blanched String Beans w/Bacon & Onion, Gravy & Cranberries
Starters (from 5pm)
- Chicken Liver Pate - $18: Homemade Liver Pate w/Pickled Vegetables & Rye Bread
- Steak Tartar - $19: Angus Beef Steak Tartar w/Fried Bread served w/Garlic
- Beef Goulash - $19: Angus Beef Goulash w/Onion, Bell Peppers & Rye Bread
- Drowned Sausages - $17: Drowned Beef Sausages "Utopenec" w/Mustard & Rye Bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Headcheese - $18: Homemade Pork Headcheese w/Pickled Vegetables, Vinegar, Onion & Rye Bread
- Red Beet Salad - $18: Roasted Red Beet Salad w/Bell Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Dill & Farmer's Cheese
- Bohemian Salad - $18: Lettuce, Peppers, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Beets & Corn Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Cucumber Salad - $16: Cucumber Salad w/Yogurt-Dill Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tomato Salad - $16: Tomato Salad w/Red Onion & Vinegar
- Pickled Brie - $16: Pickled Brie w/Pepperoncini, Onion & Herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Soup (from 5pm)
- Potato Soup - $15: Potato Soup w/Vegetables & Wild Mushrooms
- Goulash Soup - $15: Goulash Soup w/Beef & Potatoes Dietary tags: Mediterranean
Entrees (from 5pm)
- Confit Duck Leg - $35: Confit Duck Leg w/Red Cabbage & Potato Dumplings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC
- Roast Pork - $29: Braised Pork Loin w/Sauerkraut & Bread Dumplings
- Chicken Schnitzel - $29: Chicken Schnitzel (Breaded Cutlet) w/Potato Salad, Mashed Potato or Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Pork Schnitzel - $31: Pork Schnitzel (Breaded Cutlet) w/Potato Salad, Mashed Potato or Fries
- Veal Schnitzel - $37: Veal Schnitzel (Breaded Cutlet) w/Potato Salad, Mashed Potato or Fries
- Jagerschnitzel - $36: Breaded Pork Cutlet w/Rich Mushroom Gravy & side of your choice
- Angus Beef Goulash - $34: Served with Bread Dumplings (Option: Potato Pancakes $4 extra)
- "Svickova" Sauce - $34: Braised Angus Beef Flat Iron w/Cream "Svickova" Sauce w/Bread Dumplings & Cranberries
- Grilled Kielbasa - $29: w/any side of your choice
- Rainbow Trout - $34: Pan Seared Rainbow Trout w/Spinach, Cherry Tomato, Onion, Garlic & Butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Salmon - $34: Pan Seared Salmon, w/Mashed Potato & Mixed Vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Fried Cheese - $28: Fried Cheese w/Fries, Tartar Sauce & Small House Salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Sides
- Sides - $8: Potato Salad, Mashed Potato, Fries, Bread Dumplings, Potato Dumplings, Potato Pancakes (extra $3), Sauerkraut, Red Cabbage, Sautéed Spinach, House Salad
Dessert (from 5pm)
- Fruit Dumplings - $17: Fruit Dumplings w/Dark Beer Sauce & Ginger Bread (prep. time 15-20 min.) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Apple Strudel - $17: Warm Apple Strudel w/a Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Crepes - 2 pcs. - $17: Served w/Berries, Whipped Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream & Chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Prune Buns - $17: Prune Buns w/Vanilla Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Brunch
Sat & Sun 11am - 3pm. Includes two complimentary drinks.
- Brunch Prix Fixe - $27: Includes two complimentary drinks Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Three Egg Omelette: Choose three fillings: spinach, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, cheese, ham, bacon, bell pepper, yellow squash served w/home potato & bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Three Eggs: Choose scrambled, sunny side up or over easy with ham or bacon served w/home potato & bread
- Greek Omelette: Onion, tomato, black olives & Feta cheese served w/home potatoes & bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Huevos Rancheros: Three sunny side up eggs over fried corn tortillas w/refried pinto beans, mild salsa, avocado & Parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Angus Beef Goulash (Brunch): Served w/bread
- Beef Chilli: Served w/Mozzarella cheese & tortilla chips
- Fajitas: Choose btw. chicken or veal (add $3) served w/flour tortilla Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Lecho: Kielbasa, eggs, onion, bell peppers, tomatoes served w/bread
- Tamales - 3 pcs.: Choice of chicken, pork or veggie served w/lettuce, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese & sour cream (Add salsa - optional $3)
- Bohemian Salad (Brunch): Iceberg lettuce, red & green peppers, tomato, cucumber, red beets, corn & red onion (Add chicken $5)
- Cobb Salad: Iceberg lettuce, tomato, bacon, hard-boiled egg, corn, avocado, Fetta cheese, dressing
- Greek Salad: Iceberg lettuce, onion, tomato, cucumber, Feta cheese & dressing (Add chicken $5) Dietary tags: Mediterranean
- Soup of the Day: Served with bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Chicken Strips (Kids): Breaded chicken breast served w/French fries & ketchup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Pancakes - 4 pcs.: Choose one filling: wild berries served w/syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Crepes - 2pcs. (Brunch): Choose one topping: Nutella or wild berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Brunch Sides
- Meat & Potato Sides - $5: French fries, home potatoes, bacon, ham, grilled chicken, avocado
- Sweet Sides - $4: Nutella, wild berries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Toast & Butter - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Extra Ingredients - $2: Bread & butter, egg, mushrooms, onion, tomato, cheese, peppers, yellow squash, diced peach, chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Hot Beverages
- Coffee - $4
- Decaffeinated Coffee - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Espresso - $5
- Double Espresso - $7
- Cappucino - $7
- Café au Lait - $7
- Tea - $4: Black, Green, Herbal
Beer on Tap
- Pilsner Urquell (10oz) - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pilsner Urquell (17oz) - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- CZECHVAR (10oz) - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- CZECHVAR (17oz) - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Brouczech Dark (10oz) - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Brouczech Dark (17oz) - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Wine
Glass / Bottle
- Muller-Thurgau (Czechia) - $14: White Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pinot Blanc (Czechia) - $14: White Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pinot Grigio - Ruffino (Italy) - $15: White Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Green Ventliner (Czechia) - $14: White Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sauvignon Blanc - Crossings (New Zealand) - $15: White Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Blaufrankisch (Czechia) - $14: Red Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Cabernet Sauvignon B.G. (France) - $15: Red Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bordeaux P.De Rothschild (France) - $15: Red Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Remole - Toscany (Italy) - $12: Red Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sassoregale - Toscany (Italy) - $15: Red Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Freixenet - Cava (Spain) - $14: Sparkling - Cordon Negro Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Spirits
- Becherovka - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Slivovice R. Jelinek - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Absolut Vodka - $10
- Bohemia Plum Vodka - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Tito's Vodka - $10
- Stolichnaya Vodka - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Gray Goose Vodka - $14 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Fernet R. Jelinek - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Apricot Brandy R. Jelinek - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pear Brandy R. Jelinek - $13 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Honey Plum Brandy R.Jelinek - $11 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Tanqueray Gin - $10
- Bacardi Rum - $10
- Jameson - $10
- Johnnie Walker Red - $10
- Johnnie Walker Black - $14
- Jack Daniels - $10
- Maker's Mark - $12
- High West Whiskey - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Tequila Rancho Alegre - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Wild Turkey Bourbon - $12
- Macallan 12 Year Single Malt Scotch - $18 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Amaro Ciociaro - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pernod - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Aperol - $14
- Baileys - $14 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cognac Saveurs - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Cider Bottled
- Angry Orchard - Green Apple - $8: Semi Dry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Magners - Dry - $8: Dry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Soft Drinks
- Soda - $5: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Tonic, Ginger Ale, Saltzer
- Juice - $6: Cranberry, Apple & Orange Juice
- San Pelegrino (25.3 oz) - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Homemade Soda (Large 17 oz) - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Homemade Soda (Small 10 oz) - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Bohemian Spirit Restaurant
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- With a 4.5/5 rating, this restaurant stands out for its authentic Czech cuisine, hard-to-find beers, and immersive museum-like atmosphere.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Bohemian Spirit Restaurant offers good value with a moderate ($$) price level, a 4.5/5 rating, and reviews praising its hearty meals.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Rated 4.5/5, this restaurant offers an inviting, museum-like interior and immersive atmosphere, making it a beloved spot for unique cultural experiences.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- The restaurant features a warm, wood-paneled, museum-like interior with chandeliers and a historic style that feels like old-world Prague.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Diners frequently praise standout dishes such as duck confit, schnitzel, goulash, and drowned sausages at this authentic Czech restaurant.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Reviewers praise the immersive, museum-like interior and warm atmosphere that feels like a trip to old-world Prague.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Menu options support vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein diets, featuring dishes like Bohemian Salad, Beef Chilli, and Prune Buns.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Rated 4.5/5, this restaurant offers authentic Czech cuisine, hard-to-find beers, and an immersive, museum-like interior that feels like Prague.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include duck confit, schnitzel, goulash, drowned sausages, venison stroganoff, chicken cordon bleu, roast pork shoulder, and chicken liver pate.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Bohemian Spirit Restaurant by visiting their official website at https://bohemianspiritrestaurant.com/ for more information.
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