This has been the most efficient service we have had in Poland. The waitress was lovely and right…read moreon top of it when she saw we had a toddler bringing crayons and snacks for him and not fiddling around waiting to come take the order. We sat outside which was a great little courtyard covered by umbrellas for the days sun & heat. We got mixed perogies (this is the only place we've been that lets you order multiple kinds on one plate, half roasted duck and Golabki (meatballs rolled inside cabbage). Perogies were fresh and tasty with spinach/cheese being our favorite. Other offers were potato and cheese, and meat. You can get either mushroom sauce or tomato sauce on the Golabki and I was so torn my waitress brought me both so I could compare. The mushroom sauce was delicious on its own but I enjoyed the tomato sauce more with the Golabki which is filled with meat and rice. (This is definitely a smaller dish than some other menu items with only two Golabki being served). The half roast duck was a large portion of food with potatoes. Duck was moist and tender but my husband who fancies himself a duck snob didn't like the preparation. This is going to be more of a Peking duck style of dish then French sear and serve rare. The children's breaded chicken was some of the best breaded chicken I have ever eaten. If you bring a kid force them to order that and then eat half of it hahaha! It appeared that the most popular item there was their duck burgers as I saw many a plate of that pass by our table. I would venture back to give one of those a try!

This Polish restaurant featured duck and that's what brought me in…read more I arrived for a late lunch without a reservation but was seated immediately. There were two rooms and I sat in the long one (the ceiling arc reminded me of a tunnel for some reason) with the duck mural. The menu contained lots of Polish dishes and a dedicated duck section. A duck and pickles appetizer was served gratis. It spread easily on the accompanying slices of bread and was nice. I've not had duck presented like this before and when I piled a couple of the smaller pickle pieces on top the tartness added more complexity for the flavors. I'd order this if it was on their menu. Zurek soup tasted a little tangy and was filled with sausage, mushroom, potatoes plus a whole egg and was delicious. I wasn't sure what to expect but all the different ingredients made for an enjoyable bowl. The bread bowl also contributed by thickening the soup as it abosrbed the broth. The duck breast with smoked plum sauce was thick, cooked medium and very tender. There was a little too much sauce for me but I liked the different taste. The side of glazed carrots and peas had a hint of sweetness and completed the dish along with the potato gnocchi. Service overall was good and efficient. Would return.

My second time at this restaurant- I really enjoy their menu options and the homey atmosphere…read more Today, I arrived before the dinner rush so I was able to get a table for one. Also, there was a pianist playing holiday music among other notable tunes. Being here myself, it was nice to listen to. I ordered the pork chop, breaded and fried, with roasted potatoes. I also got a hot ginger beer. It's not the soda we have in the States - it's actually a beer with ginger, lemon, cinnamon, and clove. Since it's beer based, it's a little out of my comfort zone. I would normally like something like this if it were non-alcoholic and sweeter but it grew on me as I drank it. The pork chop was really good - very basic, comfort meal. There are a lot of choices in Krakow but since I just arrived and was hungry, I stopped in as I knew they had good food.

Great ambiance... and that's the highlight. Our pierogi were ok, though bland (I've had frozen…read morepierogi that were better. The potato pancakes were also comparable to prepackaged. There are (many) better places - even just across the street. At least the service was good. I suppose if you're just coming here for beers, it would be ok.

All I can say is this place most certainly should be on your dining list should you find yourself…read morein Kraków, Poland. I would say Poland definitely is and has a world class soup culture, they take soups very seriously there. The mushroom soup I had was like no other I've ever had anywhere absolutely phenomenal!! Almost every restaurant we visited had 3 to 4 soups on the menu. Kuchnia u Doroty specializes in Soups, Schnitzels, Bigos, Roast Pork, Perogies, Pickled Herring and more. Service is excellent and the ambiance holds a wonderful cozy surprise especially when dining downstairs. By all means hit this place up, you won't be disappointed.

Kuchnia u Doroty is an absolute gem of a restaurant. When you walk in, It gives you the feel of a…read moreclassic Polish restaurant with homemade Polish food. The staff are all very friendly and professional and have in depth knowledge of the menu. This was particularly helpful when trying to understand some of the menu that I was unfamiliar with. We ended up ordering one order of their meat pierogis and one order of their cheese and potato pierogis. They gave a portion of 10 pierogis and they were very filling. We also got their żurek and barszcz soups and all were super flavorful and light. Overall this place is a solid spot and I would come back.

Such an awesome experience to try an authentic Poland dish. We ordered the mushroom, cheese and…read moreonion pierogi and the duck with apple pierogi. Both were executed well. The service was fast and the hostess was very pleasant. The atmosphere was nice, clean, with an "at home" vibe. While pierogis aren't my favorite it was a great experience!

For a person who has had many homemade, authentic, polish dumplings this place is legit! The dough…read morewas obviously handmade, the filling? ( I had the duck, mushrooms and onion) Was savory, full of flavor and seasoned perfectly! The dumplings themselves were super tasty but I ordered a side of black currant and cranberry dipping sauce which was a great pairing, you're welcome! The waitress/cashier/hostess was great as well. She made recommendations based on what we liked or picked on the menu which is huge by the way. The ambiance was very relaxed too with plenty of natural light and open doors and windows. Since this is Europe, A/C was not a thing! (I will Never get used to this!!!) every few minutes I had to wipe away pools of sweaty from my head and face. It was still worth the visit. Do yourself a favor and buy a bottle of their homemade mint lemonade because it's crazy good too! Bottles are small here so you might want a second one, I did!

This restaurant is in the heart of krakow and is so quaint and unique. It's small yet cozy and the…read morefood was great. They have a great selection and great price. The service was a bit slow but it made perfect sense given this was high season and made to order. We never felt rushed eating here.

What a great place amidst the sea of many other restaurants around the main square. This was the…read morebest meal we had in Krakow. The food, service, and pricing were all much better than expectations. We ordered the roasted duck and baked ribs, and both were excellent. And as an often hurried American, I realize I typically rush through dinner faster than a more measured European pace. But on this particular night we were on a tight schedule. So we were very pleased at the speed and attentiveness of our service. Wish I could have stayed longer but I couldn't have asked for better for the time we were there!

Come check out this spot if you'd like to try some authentic Polish dishes. The restaurant is quite…read moresmall, so there is often a line to get in. When we visited around noon, there were only two parties ahead of us, so the wait wasn't bad at all. We ordered the daily special, a chicken cordon bleu served with potatoes and a side of vegetables that tasted a bit like coleslaw. We also tried two kinds of fried pierogi: spinach and feta, and pickled cabbage with white mushrooms. It was my first time trying pierogi, and I really enjoyed them. They reminded me of dumplings, but were served with sour cream on the side, which added a nice touch. Ordering was very straightforward. You simply place your order at the counter, and the staff will bring the food to your table. The prices are very reasonable, and the portions are generous.

Firstly, this place is BUSY, seemingly all the time. Breakfast and lunch both had a line out the…read moredoor. We came back and waited for a table at lunch on a Tuesday, but were seated in ~10mins and the service was speedy. The prices are reasonable and there are lots of options for all day breakfast, paninis, classic polish pierogi, and other traditional entrees. The restaurant itself is simple inside, but comfortable (other than the lack of A/C or fans in the summer. Given its proximity to the main square and solid selection of local food choices, it's no wonder they stay packed.

Beautiful patio garden. Service was excellent. Potato pancakes were just okay, nothing special and…read moreI wouldn't order again. The cheese plate and tartare were not accompanied with any bread or crackers. The cheese selection was boring in my opinion. The queens jam is not my thing. The stake tartare was so good. The dumplings were also average. The cottage cheese were my favorite. The duck was great. I will say I've never had polish food so I have nothing to compare it to. For me, it lacked flavor and creativity.

Great opportunity to taste Polish wines which were lovely. The cabbage rolls were the standout for…read moreme. Delicious. The green salad was also perfect - fresh and tasty with an excellent dressing. The only thing I didn't like was being asked 'would you like to leave a tip' as we paid. Left a bitter taste after a great meal.

Phenomenal. Went there on a Saturday night around 6 or 6:30 and we were the only ones there at…read morefirst-- we watched it fill up. There is outdoor seating but we sat at a window to watch the world go by and had the best Polish meal I've ever had. A highlight was the white borscht as well as the strawberry dumplings. The Polish wine was quite good as well. The ambiance was old-world, a great balance of elegant and casual. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Krakow.

On the hunt for non-tourist trap at lunch time we happened by this little gem. At first it didn't…read morelook open but then we noticed a couple businessmen having lunch in the corner so we asked for a table outside. There were half a dozen tables with fresh flowers and a little picket fence that made it just adorable. Inside it was very traditional Eastern Europe fancy middle class feeling. (That is a bizarre description I realize! Haha) It was just what we were looking for in terms of traditional Polish food. We opted for cold beet soup (one of their specialties) which had plenty of shredded beets at the bottom, a hard boiled egg and a few tiny shrimp. I'm always blown away by the color every time I'm in Eastern Europe and order this. Fabulous flavor, plenty of garlic and chive. I also ordered spinach and cheese pierogis. The dough on these were perfect and even though they had a lite bath in butter braised onions they weren't drowning in butter. The apple cider duck breast was phenomenal. They clearly brined the duck in the apple cider because the flavor was so deep into the meat and the meat was so tender. We had a little challenge with our waitress but it seemed like she was new. We weren't in a hurry and they were very nice about the baby so we didn't care. We have a friend coming to town and will definitely go back to take her there.

This place is enormous and has a great location just outside Cloth Hall in Rynek Glowny. We wanted…read moreto grab a seat and people watch while we grabbed a bite, and this place for the bill. We ordered a pork schnitzel, fried potatoes with bacon, and a coffee with ice cream. There was plenty of think bacon on the potatoes, night to be honest, I did not care for them, as I think there was too much dill for my liking. The schnitzel was good. I can't figure out how the get the meat pounded so thin, but I like it! It was literally as big as my plate! We ended the meal with cherry liqueur. This place has decent food, but location is fantastic, especially for people watching.

Poland Brews & Bites…read more We stopped in for the SMALL crispy pork knuckle but they only had big ones left... if we must. There were lots of tasty brews. This beast was perfectly crisped, all the way around. The horseradish balanced it perfectly. Prices were higher here & it's touristy but we were feeling a bit touristy today. Service was terribly slow - 3hrs even tho we were seated immediately- but we honestly needed the break!

I usually prefer pan-fried pierogi over boiled, but I honestly didn't mind the boiled pierogi at…read moreall at this place. They were absolutely delicious! We ordered the pork and onion pierogi, and every bite was pure heaven. The filling was flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and wrapped in tender dough that made it hard to stop at just one. We also tried the beef croquette, which unfortunately was a bit disappointing and lacked flavor. The restaurant itself is quite small with limited seating, so it's common to find a line, especially during peak hours. But trust me, the wait is absolutely worth it for some of the best pierogi we've had in Kraków.

We really enjoyed our lunch here. Expansive menu with both traditional and modern pierogis. The…read morewaitress we had was excellent in making recommendations that suited all of our tastes; she was also very friendly, upfront, and spoke excellent English (thank you!). Inside is a warm, folksy, artsy atmosphere that's brightly colored by the walls, Van Gogh inspired ceiling, and the furniture itself. Would definitely go back and would definitely recommend. I particularly liked the texture of their pierogi skins compared to some of the more "touristy" spots.