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    Cafe Polonia

    4.5 (583 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Potato pancakes with smoked salmon
    Kathleen L.

    Thank you Guy and the triple d show I went I tried different types of polish food ; and enjoyed it all their stuffed cabbage was very tasty . Seems to be a neighborhood staple and their us street parking . The waiter was nice and attentive plus the place has a nice old world feel

    Pickle soup
    Wes S.

    What a dream little spot. Small, quaint, comfort polish foods from polish babcia (we saw them in the kitchen looking over their customers. Love.) Pickle Soup $7 A dill pickle soup with carrots, onions, celery and diced potatoes -- amazing little soup with bread. The subtle tastes were deliciously satisfying. Not heavy but not just water. Lovely. Pierogi $18 Served fried with caramelized onions. Choice of: potato and cheese, cabbage and mushroom or spinach (we did a mix of every kind they had! Also comes with great sour cream. Again not heavy--even fried--so much comfort. Perfect dough, perfect fillings. Polish Plate $24 Mix plate: Hunter's stew, stuffed cabbage, three pierogies, and grilled Polish sausage kielbasa. A little taste of everything. Split it with my partner. So much comfort food. Each one was a 10 out of 10. They just never missed the mark. Perfect. Exactly what we wanted. And of course we split the Gypsy Pancake $21 A giant potato pancake filled with Hungarian goulash, topped with sour cream and dill Huge. This one was heavy for the heavyweights. But phenomenal. It was bigger than I thought it would be. Crispy, not too oily, and a very rich flavor in the goulash. Meat was a little tough but fit right into the rich deep flavors. Everything was top shelf goodness. Come knowing you'll have to share. Don't assume anything is small! It's all shareable! Great atmosphere, wooden tables/booths, tight but homey. Guy who ran the spot was also very nice. Polish locals were coming in asking for their favorites in polish. Ah man it was great. Great feel, great food, great spot! My wife and I will definitely be back. That pickle soup!!!

    Potato pancakes, goulash on the side along with sour cream and some spiced apples.
    Greg m.

    Best Polish food anywhere near Boston. This quaint little Cafe has an old world vibe with traditional polish decorations and seating. I was served quickly and knew exactly what I wanted. The soups are here are incredible. I ordered the traditional Polish pickle soup as an appetizer and for my main course I ordered the potato pancakes with goulash. Absolutely outstanding. The potato pancakes are crisp with a rich beef goulash on the side with a dab of sour cream and sweet spiced apples. I washed that all down with a traditional Polish beer. If you're looking for a unique experience, old world charm and delicious Polish food this is the place in Boston.

    Polish Plate
    Megan K.

    This is exactly what I needed when visiting Boston and seeing family. I'm polish myself and this hit the spot. The meat pierogis and stuffed cabbage was exactly how my grandma made it. It was lovely. Everything was so fresh and made with love! The vibes inside are cozy, the gentleman serving us was kind, and all the food was piping hot. It was such a great experience and brought me so much comfort! Highly recommend! The polish Pilsner hit the spot too.

    Shawn S.

    A cute hidden gem with tasty polish eats! The service was great and a nice change of pace for unique foods.

    Dana W.

    While out shopping in the Seaport District with a friend, we decided to stop by Café Polonia for lunch before heading back to the Cape. My friend had been there several times before, but it was my first time trying Polish or Eastern European cuisine--so I was definitely curious. We were greeted by warm, friendly staff and told there'd be a short wait since all the tables were full. The restaurant is small and cozy, with just about 7 or 8 tables, which made it feel intimate and homey. As we were seated, something immediately caught my eye--a framed, autographed poster of Guy Fieri from Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on the wall. Turns out, he had actually featured Café Polonia on the show! That little detail added an extra layer of excitement and definitely raised my expectations. We both ordered the Żywiec Pilsner, which was light and easy to drink--perfect for someone like me who prefers milder beers. While we looked over the menu, they brought out sliced sourdough bread with butter, a nice little touch that made us feel right at home. My friend went with the Grilled Kielbasa Sandwich, served on a sub roll with caramelized onions, sauerkraut, and mustard. He chose the potato salad as his side (other options included fries or mashed potatoes). It looked delicious and hearty. I opted for the Polish Platter, which turned out to be the perfect introduction to this style of food. It came with a sampling of Hunter's Stew, stuffed cabbage, three pierogies (potato & cheese, cabbage & mushroom, and meat), and grilled kielbasa. Everything was flavorful and satisfying, and the portion was generous--I even had leftovers to take home. If you're ever in the area, definitely make time to stop by Café Polonia. Great food, reasonable prices, and genuinely welcoming service--it's a hidden gem worth discovering!

    Potato Pancakes
    Joseph F.

    Cafe Polonia is truly a hidden gem nestled right in Dorchester's Polish Triangle. Warm, welcoming and utterly wonderful - this place offers the coziest and most appetizing Polish comfort food I have ever come across. It's not just a casual comment when I say this - it comfortably sits within my top 10 favorite restaurants in Boston! This is what we had: - Polish Plate: A sampler of three different pierogies, stuffed cabbage, and grilled kielbasa with cabbage stew. Each item was hearty and flavorful, truly a delight for someone seeking an authentic Polish culinary experience. - Potato Pancakes: Four pancakes served with tart apple sauce and sour cream ... highlight was the delectable mushroom stew we added! What certainly stood out was not only the quality of the food, but also the generous portions and friendly service. They have a selection of Polish beers, and at $7 a liter, I couldn't ignore such a bargain. Simply put, the whole dining experience at Cafe Polonia is very reasonably priced considering the excellence served in every bite. Cafe Polonia shines with authenticity and charm, making it an perfect dining experience for both its food and atmosphere. Check out this treasure in Dorchester's Polish Triangle. Smacznego and Savor - you won't regret it!

    Potato Pancakes
    Vivi L.

    First time having Polish food and wow was I happily stuffed and satisfied! We were in the neighborhood and looking for lunch options. Saw cafe Polonia had really good reviews and decided to give it a try. It was Saturday around 12:30 but we managed to grab the last table. It was a small place so make sure not to come during rush hour. Or if large parties maybe call ahead. We got - - potato pancake 5/5. Super crispy outside but soft and creamy inside. I can eat two more of this!! - pierogi (pork) 4/5. We forgot to ask for pan fried so they came out steamed. Still good especially with bacon bits on top but wish it was fried. Will make sure to request specifically next time. - polish plate (5/5). I like to try everything so this is perfect for me. Everything tasted so good and the hunter stew/cabbage dish paired perfectly with the sausage and balanced it all out. Our server was friendly and food came out pretty quick (big portion as well). Overall everything was amazing and will definitely be back next time we are in town!

    Janice C.

    A taste of Poland in Boston! A quaint little dining experience. No parking but plenty of spaces to park. Cafe Polinia is the epitome of delicious Polish food. We started out with a Polish beer that was very light & flavorful. Then the main courses. Two huge potato pancakes over Hungarian goulash. Potato & cheese pierogis & lightly fried potatoes (their version of French fries). I couldn't believe how delicious everything was! My mouth is watering just typing this review. There is one waiter & he was on point through our entire meal. Prices were very reasonable. It's hard to see as the sign doesn't light up but you will know when you see it. Definitely on my top ten.

    Polish Plate
    Maggie Z.

    First time very polish food and it seems like authentic format polish food. I have nothing to compare it to. To my personal preference, it was not amazing but it was also not bad. Not used to the flavor profile. The pirogi fried were just a tad greasy

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    Della S.

    I came here in a group of 3 for lunch on a Saturday. It wasn't super packed at first but the restaurant filled up quickly. We got the smoked salmon potato pancakes ($14), polish plate ($22), and meat filled potato dumplings ($18). The server also gave us lots of bread with butter. The food came at a reasonable time and everything tasted fresh. We all really liked the smoked salmon potato pancakes because the pancakes had a crispy edge on them and were seasoned nicely. The polish plate was a great way to sample various items on their menu-- everything tasted nice and had a homey feel but I wasn't particularly blown away by any of the dishes. The potato dumplings came in a big serving and I really liked how savory the sauce was. The veggies on the side each had their own flavor profiles and added texture to the dish. This spot isn't cheap but the portions are pretty big for what you pay. One dish can definitely be shared or split into multiple meals.

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    Great cafe to enjoy good polish food highly recommended great service good prices on menu. polish plate was amazing so delicious

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    Delicious authentic Polish food. You can't go wrong here. The Polish plate was a hit. Loved it.

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    Good authentic food, friendly service. Would go back next time we are in town. Pierogis were very good.

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    Great little spot with polish cuisine and drafts ! I trued some apps and had a beer was a little taste of Poland !

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    Great Pirogi and cabbage rolls. Love the food here. Unassuming looking place, but great food.

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