Sinatra Tribute. Concert & dinner.

Frank Sinatra’s greatest songs meet a three-course dinner in the striking Art Restaurant Mánes, where functionalist design, river views, and live music shape the evening. The show moves from Fly Me to the Moon and I’ve Got You Under My Skin to New York, New York and My Way, with a break in the middle.

I like the well-matched setting, especially the blend of Mánes Gallery, piano, and riverfront atmosphere. I also like the strong all-in-one value: a welcome drink, dinner, and concert are covered for $93. The main consideration is pace, as the dinner may feel quick, and food may not always arrive as warm as expected.

Key points to know before booking

• Dinner comes first: You begin with soup, a beef main course, and dessert before the music starts.
• The menu is designed by Jaroslav Zahálka: Expect pea cream soup, beef Bourguignon, and sweet mini dumplings with vanilla custard.
• The concert lasts through 17 listed songs: The program includes Sinatra standards, film songs, and several well-known duets and ballads.
• Mánes adds more than a dining room: Functionalist architecture, the famous gallery, piano, and river views all shape the mood.
• Creative formal dress is recommended: Sportswear is not allowed, so this is an evening to dress with some care.
• The $93 price covers the core evening: Extra drinks cost more, but dinner, a welcome drink, and the concert are included.

An elegant Sinatra evening at Art Restaurant Mánes

This experience works because the setting and music point in the same direction. Sinatra’s polished style belongs in a room with art, piano music, and a proper dinner, rather than in a casual venue where the songs might lose their sense of occasion.

Art Restaurant Mánes combines culture, art, and food in one place. Its functionalist architecture gives the evening a clean, distinctive backdrop, while the Mánes Gallery and riverfront location add visual interest before the first song begins. You are not simply turning up for a concert in an anonymous hall.

The evening lasts 140 minutes. That is long enough for a full meal and a substantial concert, but compact enough to fit neatly into a night out. The format is clear: welcome drink, three-course dinner, concert, then a break during the musical program before the final group of songs.

What happens when you arrive

Your meeting point can vary according to the option you book, so check the confirmation carefully rather than assuming every booking uses the same entrance or gathering place. An English-speaking host or greeter is provided, which helps if you are unfamiliar with the venue.

The dress code matters here. Sportswear is not allowed, and creative formal clothing is recommended. That does not mean you need a tuxedo or evening gown. It does mean smart trousers, a jacket, a dress, or another polished combination will fit the room better than sneakers and casual athletic wear.

You start with a welcome drink. It is a small detail, but it helps mark the occasion and gives the evening a more ceremonial beginning. Extra drinks are not included and can be ordered separately at the venue, so keep that in mind when working out the total cost.

The three-course dinner by Jaroslav Zahálka

Dinner comes before the concert, which is the right order for this kind of event. You can eat without worrying about missing the opening number, and the meal helps set a slower, more social rhythm before the music begins.

The chef of Art Restaurant Mánes, Jaroslav Zahálka, prepares the signature menu. The first course is pea cream served with butter croutons, fava beans, basil crème fraîche, watercress oil, and afila sprouts. This is more carefully assembled than a basic soup course, with creamy texture, fresh herbal notes, and several small garnishes adding contrast.

The main course is beef Bourguignon in red wine gravy. It comes with fried oyster mushrooms, onions, and potato and celery purée. This is the heartiest part of the meal and suits a formal evening better than a light snack would. The red wine gravy and slow-cooked beef give it a classic, substantial character, while the mushrooms and celery in the purée add more detail than plain mashed potatoes.

Dessert is made up of sweet mini dumplings with vanilla custard. It is a distinctly Central European finish, and its softer, sweeter style follows naturally after the savory beef course.

Families can request a children’s main course of chicken schnitzel with potato purée. If you need an alternative main course for dietary or personal reasons, request it at least 48 hours before the start. That deadline is important. An unplanned request at the venue may not be possible.

The meal is one area where expectations should stay practical. The overall food experience can be very good, but timing and temperature may vary. One dinner was considered a little rushed, and the beef was not always served as warm as hoped. I would book this for the full evening rather than for a slow, elaborate tasting dinner.

The Sinatra program, from Fly Me to the Moon to My Way

The music carries the second half of the night. The program begins with Fly Me to the Moon, an inviting opener that immediately tells you what sort of evening this will be. It then moves to From Here to Eternity and You Only Live Twice, bringing in songs linked to film and Sinatra’s screen persona.

The early section continues with Cole Porter’s I’ve Got a Kick Out of You, The Man I Love, One for My Baby, and I’ve Got a Crush on You. This gives the program room to shift between upbeat swing, romantic standards, and more reflective material.

I’ve Got You Under My Skin closes the first section before the break. It is one of the evening’s most familiar songs, and placing it before the interval gives the first half a strong finish.

After the break, the program changes pace. Love’s Been Good to Me and Bang Bang bring a more direct, story-led mood, followed by Come Fly with Me, one of the clearest invitations to enjoy Sinatra’s easygoing travel style.

The final run is built for recognition. New York, New York brings a bigger finish, while I’ve Got Rhythm returns to Gershwin’s quick musical energy. Witchcraft and Strangers in the Night shift the tone again, keeping the concert from feeling like one long sequence of identical standards.

The last three songs are especially familiar: My Way, followed by Something Stupid. These are the numbers many people will be waiting for, though the full program is broader than a greatest-hits medley. It includes songs written by Cole Porter, George and Ira Gershwin, Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer, and several other respected composers.

You should book this with the right musical expectation. It is a tribute show, not a recording by Sinatra himself. The appeal is hearing a live performer and musicians interpret songs that have been part of popular music for generations. The listed program gives the concert enough variety to please fans who know every word, while still offering a clear introduction if your Sinatra knowledge begins with My Way.

Why the Mánes setting matters

The venue is a major part of the experience. Mánes is associated with art and functionalist architecture, so the evening has a visual identity before the performers begin. The famous Mánes Gallery adds cultural weight, and the piano helps connect the room to the music rather than making the dinner and concert feel like unrelated activities.

The riverfront position is another advantage. The setting gives you more than an indoor meal, with views that help make the night feel like a special occasion. If you are choosing between an ordinary concert venue and this combined format, the surroundings are a meaningful part of what you are paying for.

I also like that the program is not built around only the obvious songs. You get New York, New York and My Way, but also One for My Baby, Witchcraft, The Man I Love, and I’ve Got Rhythm. That wider selection gives the performance more shape.

The one tradeoff is that the venue’s formal mood may not suit every type of night out. If you want a loud, informal music event where you can dress casually and order freely throughout the show, this is not the best match. It is designed for a polished dinner-and-concert occasion.

Is $93 a fair price?

At $93 per person, the price needs to be judged as a package. You are paying for a welcome drink, a signature three-course dinner, the concert, the venue, and the convenience of having everything arranged as one evening.

The value is strongest if you already planned to have dinner and see live music. Buying those separately could mean more planning, extra transport, and less connection between the meal and performance. Here, the menu and concert are designed as parts of the same night.

The value is weaker if you care mainly about the food or mainly about a long concert. The dinner can feel quick, and additional drinks cost extra. The show is also fixed in style and song selection, so you are paying for a complete evening rather than choosing individual courses or building your own bar bill.

I would call the price reasonable for a special-occasion experience, particularly for couples, music fans, and anyone who enjoys formal cultural settings. It is less compelling as a budget meal or a casual night of entertainment.

Who will enjoy this most?

I would recommend this to you if you like classic popular music, dinner in an art-focused venue, or experiences that combine several parts of a night in one booking. Sinatra fans will recognize much of the program, but you do not need to know every song to appreciate the format.

It also suits a date night or anniversary-style outing. The welcome drink, formal dress suggestion, river views, and live piano setting give the evening a sense of occasion without requiring a full evening at a major opera or theater.

Families can make it work because a children’s chicken schnitzel with potato purée is available. Still, the creative formal dress code and concert format may suit older children better than very young ones. The activity information does not specify an age limit, so check the booking conditions if age is a concern.

Small-group availability is useful if you prefer a more contained setting. The experience is wheelchair accessible, which makes it easier for many people to consider, though you should still check the exact meeting point and booked option in advance.

Practical advice for a smoother evening

Arrive dressed for the room, not just for the weather. Sportswear is not allowed, and creative formal clothing will make you feel more at home in the restaurant and gallery setting.

If you need a different main course, arrange it at least 48 hours ahead. This is the most important meal-related tip, especially if you have dietary needs or simply do not want the listed beef dish.

Allow the full 140 minutes. The evening is not only a quick dinner followed by a short set. It includes three courses, a concert with a break, and the transitions between them.

Budget for extra drinks. The welcome drink is included, but other beverages are ordered and paid for separately.

Finally, check the meeting point on your booking confirmation. It may vary depending on the option selected, and that small bit of preparation can prevent a rushed start.

Should you book the Sinatra Tribute?

Book it if you want an elegant, self-contained night of live music and dinner, especially if you enjoy Sinatra’s familiar songs and the atmosphere of an art venue. The strongest parts are the carefully chosen program, the Mánes setting, the river views, and the convenience of having dinner and entertainment in one place.

Think twice if you want a leisurely restaurant meal, a casual dress code, or a concert with no dinner component. The meal can move quickly, the temperature of a course may not be perfect, and extra drinks are not included.

For most people looking for a memorable cultural evening in the Central Bohemian Region, the $93 package is a sensible choice. Just treat it as a polished dinner-and-concert experience, not as a long gourmet meal or a replica of Sinatra himself.

FAQ

Where does the Sinatra Tribute take place?

The experience takes place at Art Restaurant Mánes in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic.

How long does the experience last?

The full experience lasts 140 minutes.

What is included in the price?

The price includes a welcome drink, a signature three-course dinner, and the concert.

What food is served?

The menu includes pea cream soup with garnishes, beef Bourguignon in red wine gravy with fried oyster mushrooms and potato and celery purée, followed by sweet mini dumplings with vanilla custard.

Is there a meal option for children?

Yes. The children’s main course is chicken schnitzel with potato purée.

Can I request a different main course?

Yes, but you must request an alternative main course at least 48 hours before the experience begins.

Are drinks other than the welcome drink included?

No. Extra drinks can be ordered at the venue and are not included in the price.

What should I wear?

Creative formal clothing is recommended, and sportswear is not allowed.

Is the experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the experience is listed as wheelchair accessible.