If you like pierogi's this is your place. Super friendly staff and very helpful in getting you your…read morefavorite pierogi flavor. Check out the special s and new flavors !

This is an amazing pierogi outlet. The chili beef pierogis were phenomenal! I even think they're…read morebetter than Alexandria's in Chicago. Definitely stopping by again!

Chicago reportedly has a large Polish immigrant population, so I tried Polish food here for the…read morefirst time. It was quite unique and commendable. Sour Rye Soup: Not bad, but honestly, I wouldn't order it again... the fermented sourness was just too direct and intense. Polish Hunters Stew: Apparently a national dish of Poland. The first bite tasted like Italian meat sauce, with a rich tomato flavor and a slight smoky aroma; then I discovered the ingredients included sausage, cured beef brisket, minced meat, and sauerkraut, making it quite substantial and much more satisfying than Italian meat sauce. Overall, it was a rich, sweet and sour flavor, perfect with rice, pasta, or bread. Sauerkraut & Mushroom Pierogi: Dumplings, but the Polish version. The sauerkraut was only slightly sour, refreshing and delicious with the mushrooms, while the sour cream added a touch of creaminess and richness. Unfortunately, the skin was thick and sticky, as if it had been boiled for a long time. For better dumplings skin, please turn to a Northeastern Chinese. Half Duck: Strangely, it reminded me of confit de canard. The meat was incredibly tender, falling off the bone with a gentle pull; the melt-in-your-mouth texture was truly delightful. The cranberry sauce was perfectly balanced between sweet and sour, with a rich fruity and fermented aroma. The rosemary emerged in the aftertaste, enriching the flavors and cutting through the richness. The accompanying sauerkraut was even better than the duck, with a crunchy texture and a mild, pleasant sourness, enveloped in a rich buttery and creamy flavor. The accompanying fpotatoes were also soft and delicious, but the roasted pear was too overpowering in its softness and sweetness, not meeting my expectations for a palate cleanser. Table Bread: The bread itself was unremarkable, but the generous amount of butter was commendable. I cannot believe that there is only one server for all the tables.

Ahead of a few rounds at Revolution Brewery, we stopped by this amazing Polish restaurant. The…read moreatmosphere was a classic Eastern European vibe - dark wood, a well stocked bar, plenty of seating and a separate room for larger parties. The food here was excellent. I had the cheese and potato pierogis which were delicious and covered with grilled onions and bacon. My wife got the stuffed cabbage and enjoy equally. Service was top notch. We ate at the bar and were served promptly and with lots of courtesy.

Caesar and his son offer a unique dining experience. The…read morefood it great but the value is in the experience, Caesar is informative, entertaining and charming. The menu is straight forward. Their selection of unique teas is the best in the State. The location is quite intimate with the location only allowing for six small tables, yet they always seem to find you a comfortable spot. Don't leave without trying their gelato. The wild berry is the best outside of Rome. Enjoy!

First off the staff here, father and son duo, and absolutely amazing and took really great care of…read moreus. They truly went above and beyond! Unfortunately we came here specifically because the website said they have gluten free pierogi, which my Polish-American & Celiac friend visiting really wanted to try during their Chicago trip. They did not have gluten free pierogi, and only had the pizza pot pie as a gluten free option. That said, I did really enjoy my pierogi, very soft and buttery! She was also fine with her pizza pot pie but it wasn't something she would've ordered otherwise. It's defiantly worth the stop because they are so kind and hospitable! Just a beware to anyone GF coming for pierogi!!

I don't like giving a place five stars after only one visit but this place is an exception…read more Being of Polish extraction, I always try to have Polish food when I visit Chicago. This time, my host recommended Smakosz and I was quite impressed! I wish I had a bigger appetite because there was so much that was appealing on the menu! I settled on gołąbki, which is a dish my wife and I have made at home. The cabbage leaves on Smakosz's gołąbki were incredibly tender, and the flavor was everything I'd come to expect. Our server was delightful and attentive, and the ambiance is warm and cozy. If you're in the area and love good Polish food, I think you'll be quite happy you visited.

We had an amazing experience at Smakosz. We had my mother's 90th birthday here. The food was as…read moregood as when we had it when we came to restaurant for dinner. Our servers did a wonder job. Our family that came said it reminded them of food they had as a child. The back room the food was served in was so cute. It worked so well for our party. And we felt it was so reasonable for what we got!!

My sister and I decided to treat my brother in law here for his birthday. He found out that a…read morePolish buffet existed around here so he had to go! We went before the dinner rush on a Saturday. There's a small parking lot in the back but that was full so we parked on the street. We were immediately seated and drink orders were taken as well as soup (which is included). Drinks are added separately and not inclusive of the $34 per person. I had the borscht and that was tasty and comforting. My brother in law didn't waste any time and he immediately got his first plate going. My sister and I took our time to enjoy the soup. I then started with the appetizers and tried the different salads. It was cool to see they had aspic since that's not something you see often either. When I eventually made my way to the warm food, I was overwhelmed by all the choices. I tried to take one of everything but even then it was too much so I didn't get to try it all. The meats that I did try were super tender and juicy. They definitely know what they're doing with the meats! The dessert area had so many different options. There was cake, flan and cheesecakes. So many to choose from! I think I just love Polish food in general because of the comfort food aspect. The proteins are usually simmered in gravy and you get to pair it with potatoes cooked in all sort of ways! My sister was adventurous and just started putting random stuff on her plate that I've never seen before. She found the meat spread and that was surprisingly good too. If you're ever in the area, try to go before the dinner rush. It's a great space and is deserving of the title "Largest Polish buffet in Chicagoland".

Food needed some salt. Tasted like homemade…read more They start to off with a soup. Either chicken noodle or mushroom soup. Thought the choices would have been more but it was a lot cause after the second plate I couldn't eat anymore. Price for holiday is expensive.

Sum it up this way: best Polish meal I've had since my babuska passed away…read more Lively, authentic neighborhood place with delicious- everything. Efficient, helpful service even though my Polish is rusty. I wish I could get to Chicago more often just to come here.

I do like this place, food is good but expensive for polish food, lady bartenders are attractive,…read morebeer garden is very nice but the beer garden has a rat infestation. When you're there after dark you can see several of them running back and forth and even getting on top of the tables. I'm surprised no one has reported them to the city health department

My family and me had a great experience, food was excellent, I kept that homey taste in my memory…read moreand crave it often. We will definitely be back

The food is delicious! We ordered the potato cheese pierogis for our appetizer. You get 10 pierogis…read moreso it was plenty for us to share. They were perfect and better than other places I've tried. I ordered the white borsch soup and the stuffed cabbage with mushroom sauce and dumplings. This was my first time trying both of these dishes. The white borsch soup was so savory and I really enjoyed the combination of sausage and hard boiled eggs with the broth. The stuffed cabbage was better than I expected, and that mushroom sauce was so good! My friend ordered it with the tomato sauce and that was very good as well. The dumplings were amazing paired with the sauce. The atmosphere is super cozy! I loved it. It feels like you're in a log cabin. Great ambiance. Service was excellent. Our waitress was very sweet and friendly. Overall, I would highly recommend this polish restaurant! It's been located in the same spot in Wood Dale as long as I can remember, and I'm glad I finally gave it a try. It's also conveniently located right next door to Helen's Deli, a polish deli that sells polish sausages, breads, spreads, and other polish foods. Great experience!