Prague's top 10 tables for feasting on St. Martin’s goose in 2024

St. Martin’s Day on November 11 is a time-honored feast in Czechia, celebrated with roasted goose and the first wine of the season, known as Svatomartinské vino. Czech restaurants start the season with this fresh young wine, toasting the year’s harvest with a meal rich in tradition and flavor. Golden goose, crisp red cabbage, pillowy dumplings, and vibrant St. Martin’s wine bring warmth to the start of winter.

Here’s where to find some of Prague’s best St. Martin’s goose feasts this season:

Lokál’s take on St. Martin’s goose celebrates a Czech culinary legacy with a locally sourced, never-frozen goose from Farma Tůmovi. Roasted to a perfect golden brown, their goose is served with red cabbage and a choice of potato dumplings or buttery lokše (potato pancakes). Make a reservation at any of Lokál’s locations for a guaranteed taste of Czech tradition.

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Červený Jelen serves up goose in multiple forms—from confit leg and hearty kaldoun (goose soup) to indulgent sides like goose mouthwatering Czech buns with plum jam and rum sauce. If you’re with a group, opt for a whole roasted goose to share, ideal for four to five diners.

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Café Savoy goes all out with a St. Martin’s goose menu featuring two types of cabbage and traditional dumplings. Their rich kaldoun soup adds an extra layer of classic Czech flavor. With limited seating, a reservation is essential to secure your spot at this elegant Vltava-side cafe.

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Výčep’s St. Martin’s feast is as decadent as it gets, with a range of goose specialties that include confit leg, kaldoun, and a standout goose liver pate spiced with garlic and marjoram. Don’t miss their goose sausage, roasted with mustard sauce, adding a bistro flair to this classic Czech celebration.

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For those seeking unique cuts and flavors, U Kalendů offers goose specialties beyond the typical roast, including dishes made from goose hearts, gizzards, and even stuffed goose neck. This venue has a reputation for adventurous fare, so it’s perfect for anyone craving a twist on tradition.

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Set against the backdrop of Prague Castle, Kuchyň brings a refined touch to St. Martin’s goose with dishes like goose breast paired with roasted pumpkin and a luscious red cabbage purée. Top off your meal with their sweet shredded trhanec (a Czech pancake dessert) for a complete festive experience. Their goose menu runs through the season, so there’s no need to rush.

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For a contemporary spin on the St. Martin’s tradition, Alcron’s set menus (three courses for 1,290 Kč or four for 1,490 Kč) offer a modernized take on goose. Each course is thoughtfully paired with wines chosen by the sommelier, making this a top choice for anyone looking to splurge on something extra special.

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Tuck into a traditional goose spread at this Prague restaurant devoted to indulgent goose specialties: duck and goose liver pâté with pear marmalade, Foie Gras with apple purée, and hearty goose kaldoun soup. Enjoy roast goose leg or a whole goose with red wine cabbage, dumplings, and more for the main event.

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This Smíchov gem offers something different: A tasting menu featuring free-range Dithmarschen goose. Start with goose kaldoun soup and crispy ravioli with pumpkin foam, followed by goose breast and leg with chestnut stuffing, red cabbage purée, and demi-glace. Finish with potato lokše topped with plum sorbet and poppy seeds.

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For brave cooks in the Czech kitchen, staying home and making a goose is also an option. Ambiente chefs share their tips for butchering a whole goose at home and serving it with traditional sides in this article.