Kolektiv cafe & wine bar — Restaurant in okres Český Krumlov

A Morning Gem in Český Krumlov

From the moment you approach, the place radiates energy — a bustling café filled to the brim from the early hours. And it’s easy to see why. The breakfast menu is impressive, not just offering Czech classics but also international delights: Eggs Benedict, Turkish eggs, buttery croissants… all executed to a standard worthy of any cosmopolitan city.

The coffee? Excellent — rich, smooth, and perfectly brewed to start your day.

The service deserves special mention: a team of cheerful, smiling young women who seem to move at lightning speed, making sure every guest leaves happy. Their warmth and efficiency create an atmosphere that’s both lively and welcoming.

A perfect start to a day of exploring the jewel of South Bohemia — Český Krumlov:

Variation of çılbır – Turkish poached eggs in yogurt with paprika butter – but your version clearly includes smoked salmon and dill, making it more of a fusion dish. Here’s my breakdown:

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Estimated Ingredients in the Portion • Eggs – 2 pcs, poached • Greek yogurt – approx. 150 g (full-fat, 10% fat) • Butter – approx. 20 g • Paprika oil – butter melted with sweet paprika powder + a pinch of chili flakes • Smoked salmon – approx. 50 g • Dill – fresh, approx. 5 g • Chives – fresh, approx. 3 g • Chili flakes – 1 g • Sourdough bread – 2 slices, approx. 70 g

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Estimated Nutrition Facts (whole portion)

Ingredient Amount Calories (kcal) Protein (g) Fat (g) Carbs (g) Eggs 2 pcs 140 12 10 1 Greek yogurt 150 g 150 8 10 6 Butter 20 g 150 0 16.6 0 Smoked salmon 50 g 85 9 5 0 Bread 70 g 180 6 2 36 Others (herbs, spices) — 5 0 0 0 Total — 710 35 g 43.6 g 43 g

(Values are approximate and may vary depending on exact products and quantities.)

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Recipe for This Version

Ingredients (1 serving): • 2 eggs • 150 g thick Greek yogurt (10% fat) • 1 garlic clove (optional, for yogurt) • 20 g butter • 1 tsp sweet paprika powder • Pinch of chili flakes • 50 g smoked salmon • Fresh dill and chives • Salt • 2 slices of sourdough bread

Instructions: Yogurt base: Let the yogurt warm to room temperature, or gently heat it in a water bath. Optionally mix in minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Poach the eggs: Bring water to a boil in a pot, add a splash of vinegar, lower the heat, create a swirl, and drop in the eggs for 2.5–3 minutes. Remove carefully. Paprika butter: Melt the butter, add paprika powder and chili flakes, and heat briefly to release the aroma. Assemble: Spread yogurt on the bottom of a bowl, place the poached eggs on top, add smoked salmon pieces, drizzle with paprika butter, and sprinkle with dill and chives. Serve: With toasted...

I'm very disappointed by the rude service at this shop.

My husband and I traveled 3 hours from Prague to Ceskly Kumlov for a short stay in town. It was a very hot and humid day.

We went in this shop and ordered two cups of (very overpriced) iced latte. While waiting for our drinks, I went across the street to get a scoop of ice cream. We were just planning to sit at this shop for a short second to rest. The lady behind the counter came over and demanded that we leave immediately because I had brought in some ice cream from the shop across. We were shocked and surprised by such rude treatment. The restaurant was completely empty. Ceskly Kumlov is a pretty touristy place and this attitude is not the right way to treat a paying customer let alone treat any human like that. She literally meant for us to take our things and leave right at the moment. I don't recommend this business to anymore.

I work in customer service. Never in a million years would I dare talk to anyone like this, especially a...

We popped in on a cold morning to get warm and had no expectations of the place. We were served by a very friendly male staff member and as we only wanted something small, we ordered coffees, the Liver Paté and a savoury jam, which came with bread as well. While it was supposedly a meal for one person, both of us found it just sufficient and we absolutely enjoyed it. It was also inexpensive.

The place has a modern, stylish feel to it and it was full on the morning we were there – probably all escaping the cold outside. In many food establishments in Cezchia, it would seem that service can be a hit and miss thing when the restaurant hires the wrong staff and you are unlucky enough to be served by that particular wait staff. We were lucky not to have encountered rudeness in this place even though we encountered our fair share in other food places. We felt comfortable and welcomed here. Visited in...