Okres Semily, Czech Republic

Karlin is turning into a nice neighborhood with more and more good places for sensitive people like me. And right now, Krystal Mozaika Bistro is at the top of my list of places to get something to eat in the area.

I think the restaurant is attractive, but the bright lights and the emptiness we experienced detract from the atmosphere. But those issues are easily fixed.

All they needed is a dimmer and a few more people to try the fine wines and speak their minds.

Overall, I liked this restaurant. With a few exceptions, I can't say the cooking really soared. Some was just competent and/or basic. Occasional service misfires were easily redeemed by the extremely friendly attitude and smiles.

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When it comes to what you are eating, you do feel like they've invested in top quality seafood and making sure everything, from bread to olives, tastes good and right.

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The biggest surprise was the steak. As mentioned before, the server pre-emptively asked us how we'd like it cooked. It was requested medium rare and was cooked perfectly to that temperature, a second surprise. Fresh rosemary was chopped up in a creamy garlic sauce that was a great complement to ... read more...