Wake up in Krumlov: The best breakfast spots to start your day

Breakfast, source: DMO Český Krumlov Region, z. s., photo by: Jiří Dužár

Start your day right (and not just in Český Krumlov) with a hearty breakfast! We've put together a guide to popular spots where you'll find not only delicious food but also a delightful atmosphere.

Modern classic at Café Kolektiv

A staple of the Cesky Krumlov breakfast scene. Every day from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, you can enjoy an à la carte breakfast in a modern and airy space with a view of Latrán, complemented by weekly specials. All paired with coffee from their own espresso blend.

A nourishing morning at Masná

The breakfast menu is served daily in the heart of the old town. On weekends, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, you can also enjoy a brunch menu. Try the "breakfast of champions" – scrambled eggs with sausages, kimchi grilled cheese, avocado toast with a fried egg, or the popular loaded fried bread. You'll also find homemade cakes, bundt cakes, and strudels, along with premium coffee.

Breakfast with a view at Krumlovský Mlýn

The breakfast menu at Krumlovský Mlýn features classics like Eggs Benedict, Croque Madame, or Turkish eggs, accompanied by exceptional baked goods from Antonio Carlini, an Italian master artisan baker based in Brno, who honors traditional techniques, long fermentation, and meticulous craftsmanship. Sweet-tooths will enjoy homemade waffles with fruit, vanilla mascarpone, or crunchy granola with lavender syrup. When the weather allows, you can savor your breakfast on the riverside terrace with views of the Plášťový Bridge and the castle. Breakfast is served from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

A stylish start to the day at Authentic Café

Right on the town square, you can enjoy breakfast from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM in a stylish interior or on the summer terrace with views of the town hall and the castle. Whether you're in the mood for something sweet, bacon and eggs, or an elegant breakfast for two served on a tiered stand, Authentic won't disappoint. For a celebratory start to the day, we recommend a glass of Prosecco.

Pancakes or toast at Kavárna Linecká

From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Kavárna Linecká offers a breakfast menu featuring a variety of toasts, eggs, and popular pancakes with fresh fruit. It's the perfect spot for a peaceful morning.

Eggs a hundred ways at Bistro Na Krajíčku

From Thursday to Monday (8:00 AM–1:00 PM), enjoy breakfast and brunch specialties: toasted brioche with nut butter, waffles with white chocolate cream, granola with yogurt, and eggs prepared in every way imaginable – soft-boiled in a glass, scrambled, sunny side up, omelet, Eggs Benedict, Royal, or Florentine. The menu also features the chef's special breakfast plate.

Classic buffet at Restaurant Maštal

Every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, a breakfast buffet awaits you right on the town square: hot and cold dishes, fruits, vegetables, yogurts, and sweet pastries. A great choice for those who want a bit of everything.

Original flavors at Topinka

From 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM (until 12:00 PM on weekends), Bistro Topinka offers unique breakfast combinations you won’t find elsewhere: scrambled eggs with buckwheat and caramelized tomatoes, sunny-side-up eggs with Krumlov bacon, white sausage, and chickpeas in tomato sauce, a cream puff filled with a sunny-side-up egg and carved ham, or the Šumava toast topped with Parmesan. Everything is made from honest ingredients sourced from local suppliers. For those with a sweet tooth, there’s French toast or one of the excellent desserts on the menu.

Morning on the terrace of Hotel Růže

Start your day with a buffet breakfast offering unlimited food and drinks on the terrace of Hotel Růže. Enjoy the morning atmosphere in this hotel, which has a tradition dating back to 1889, and take in the beautiful view of the southern meander of the Vltava River, the Horní Brána, and the City Park. Breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Morning stop at Bistro Měšťák

Every morning from 6:30 to 10:00, you can enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast with unlimited consumption at Bistro Měšťák. You can sit inside the restaurant or on the terrace right on Svornosti Square—an ideal start to the day in the historic center.

All you can rat at Hotel Bellevue

At Bellevue, a rich buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 to 10:30. You can look forward to the aroma of fresh pastries, premium coffee, and seasonal ingredients—ideal for both those who love a sweet breakfast and those who prefer a healthy and nutritious start to the new day.

Morning classics at Kafírna Café

Scrambled eggs in various styles (with butter, onions, or cheese), hemenex, omelets, sandwiches, homemade pastries, sweet pancakes (with homemade jam, Nutella, bananas, raspberries, or ice cream), savory pancakes, and homemade desserts (strudels, bundt cakes, and pies). Enjoy beverages like milkshakes, cocoa, or hot chocolate. All this is available daily from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Kafírna Café in Starý Plešivec.

Breakfast at Hamr

How about starting your day surrounded by nature? Mornings at Hamr by the Křemežský Stream offer peace, greenery, and a slower pace. The breakfast menu includes fragrant baked goods, homemade jam, cheeses, cold cuts, yogurt with fruit or granola – and of course, excellent coffee. Breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM, and reservations are recommended for larger groups (over 3 people). And after breakfast? The nearby ruins of Dívčí Kámen are perfect for a light morning stroll.

Breakfast in Africa – On the Way to Krumlov

Café Original Afrika in Dolní Třebonín welcomes you from 8:00 AM, making it the perfect stop for breakfast on your way to Krumlov. The menu includes sourdough bread with spreads, stuffed croissants, bagels, toasts, and quiche. You'll also find homemade cakes and excellent coffee. In summer, the spacious covered terrace is a delightful bonus.



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