EMA has been Prague's specialty coffee benchmark since 2013, and the Na Florenci flagship is where it all started. Think clean lines, exposed concrete, warm wood accents, and baristas who treat light-roast espresso like a science. The coffee is unapologetically bright and fruity — not for everyone, but exactly what the local crowd keeps coming back for.
Prague's original specialty coffee bar since 2013, serving house-roasted light roasts in a stunning minimalist space near Florenc.
Go before 9am on weekends to grab a seat — the café fills up fast and there's no Wi-Fi to keep people from lingering.
Prague's specialty coffee pioneer with a design to match
EMA has been pouring Prague's best light-roast coffee since 2013, and the Na Florenci flagship remains the one to beat. The space is all clean lines and modern design — exposed concrete, warm wood accents, and that minimalist Scandinavian-meets-industrial look that makes you want to linger with a flat white and a book. The baristas know their stuff, pulling shots from their own roastery with the kind of precision that's earned them a loyal local following and nearly 4,000 Google reviews at a 4.6 average.
The coffee here is unapologetically light roast — bright, fruity, sometimes almost tea-like. If you're used to dark, bitter espresso, the flavor profile might catch you off guard (one French reviewer noted the taste is "particular" — and that's fair). But if you're into specialty coffee, this is exactly what you came for. Pair it with one of their pastries or a light bite from the menu, which has expanded well beyond the typical café fare.
A heads-up: there's no Wi-Fi, which is either refreshing or frustrating depending on your agenda. The location near Florenc makes it a convenient morning stop if you're heading into the city center, and they're open 8am to 8pm daily. Go early on weekends if you want a seat — this place fills up fast.