Pick this one. With two authentic Polish restaurants on the same street, which should you go to? This one. The restaurant is downstairs. The ambiance is quaint, but busy. We were still able to talk even though we were very close to the next table. The food, though, is scrumptious and authentic. The service comes with a smile, efficiency, and great suggestions. We had a fabulous time and are so glad we chose the Cafe. We finally took the time to eat here. We will be back. read more

I Couldn't decide between two different polish cafes... there are two within a block of each each other. Reddit helped me elect this , mostly for the ambience. It's a cute basement bar restaurant. It's got a familiar family vibe. The service is impeccable, and the food was good. The cabbage rolls could've been a little more seasoned inside, but the dill pickle soup is something you just have to try. read more

Polish Village Cafe - decorated for Valentine's day - Polish Near Me - Hamtramck, Michigan

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First time actually sitting down to eat and actually tried something different than the combo plate and delicious beet soup! Still scored some beet soup to go though. It was a tough decision between the stuffed cabbage that my dad got and the meatballs. Went with the meat balls and now it's going to be harder decision next time! The meat balls were great with a savory gravy, along side of sauerkraut, green beans, and mashed potatoes. Everything was delicious and the staff were working their butts off since for the first time ever I heard a party going on upstairs as well as a 90% full restaurant as it was. The tables and silverware were all placed and clean and the semi dim lit scene was the same as it was growing up coming here with my elders. read more

Polish Village Cafe - Meatball dinner! Definitely worth it! - Polish Near Me - Hamtramck, Michigan

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LOVE this place and will definitely be back. Went for dinner and sat at the bar and not only had amazing food but service as well. I had a shot of crown with a Diet Coke back and enjoyed the casual normalities of conversation with the bartender. It was decently half full for a Monday night and keep in mind - THEY ARE CASH ONLY. They do have an ATM. But they have a full bar and an ambiance to match. For food, I went with the You-pick-two combo and did the stuffed cabbage and the kielbasa along with the green beans that come with it, the sauerkraut and then I upgraded my potato to a sweet cheese pierogi. Everything was amazing. My least favorite was the pierogi, but I typically always get good ones there. I even reheated the food because it was such a large portion that I had leftovers for the next day at lunch and it rocked. Definitely recommend for a good time and a great meal. Plan to send a little bit of money, because you'll want a lot of things since their menu is so huge! Street parking and a lot nearby as well. Have fun! read more

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The staff was friendly and accommodating. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the mixed pierogi, which included 2 Potato & Cheese, 2 Kraut, 2 Sweet Cheese. All 3 flavors were delicious, but I highly recommend the Kraut with a side of sour cream! We also got them boiled, as opposed to fried, so they were vegetarian. (Usually they are fried in lard.) read more

Polish Village Cafe - Boiled Mixed Pierogi, included 2 Potato & Cheese, 2 Kraut, 2 Sweet Cheese. Vegetarian if boiled (not fried) - Polish Near Me - Hamtramck, Michigan

One of two polish restaurants in Hamtramck, mi. Everything from city chicken and pierogi to dill pickle soup and polish beer and vodka! Very nostalgic to being in grandmas basement. read more

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Very good polish food. I had potato and cheddar pierogis with sour cream. Also order a strawberry and cherry crepe (one of each). All were good though oily. The crepes were your standard pie fillings. Others dining with me enjoyed the polish dinner plate with beet soup. The bread, cracker, breadstick basket on table was enjoyed. The breadsticks brought back childhood memories. IYKYK. We loved the red and white lights decorating the ceiling and ornament garland. Not sure if another access is available but restaurant is located downstairs. read more

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Have grown up going here and will keep coming back because of the excellent service, fantastic traditional dishes, and lovely atmosphere. This place really makes me feel holly jolly - pictured are my favs, which is the mushroom soup and Zywiec! read more

Polish Village Cafe - Mushroom Soup - Polish Near Me - Hamtramck, Michigan

The way you will know if I am being held hostage is if I say I don't want or don't like pierogi and dill pickle soup. If I ever turn down pierogi and dill pickle soup from Polish Village? That's an emergency and my life is at stake, because I would live off the pierogi and soup from here. I adore both of those-and the sauerkraut here, too-I don't like sauerkraut, but they've found a way to make it not just palatable, but enjoyable! It's a cozy little place (the only downside is that you have to navigate stairs to go in, which is difficult if you have mobility issues), and the staff is top notch. They've truly achieved perfection if you're looking for something that is a hole in the wall with food you won't want to stop eating! read more

Leisurely dinner & drinks on outdoor patio. It is filled with totally blooming flowers. Newer waitress, hustled like crazy. 3 of us shared a bunch of different food. Everything tasted great. Dill pickle soup, variety of pierogis , chop & city chicken dinner along with a Hungarian pancake. read more

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I really want to give Polish Village Cafe more than 3 stars but I just wasn't impressed. The only thing that was exceptional was the dill pickle soup. So tasty with potatoes and a light dill flavor. I'd like a big bowl right now. Besides the soup, nothing was very impressive including the atmosphere. The cafe is downstairs - not sure what's upstairs - and seating is limited. It's also dark and crowded. In fact, we were seated by the door and due to continual coming and going of people, all 5 of us were so cold. A suggestion would be to have someone take names before the door. Rather, people stood in the doorway with it open. Brrrrr I also wasn't thrilled about the perogies or the potato pancakes (half and half plate). The potato pancakes were greasy and reminded me of a hashbrown patty. They were better with applesauce but they were still just alright. The perogies weren't very warm or flavorful. If I visit here again, dill pickle soup would be a must but otherwise I'd try some different food items. read more

Polish Village Cafe - Dill Pickle Soup - Polish Near Me - Hamtramck, Michigan

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With Polonia next door it's the battle of the pierogies! While Anthony Bourdain did indeed go to Polonia and sang its praises legend has it Polish Village Café was tapped first but with the narrow stairs leading to the cellar/basement level they were not able to get their filming equipment down there. To summarize my point of the dueling pierogies story my friends is this: Don't miss out on Polish Village Café! Try both places and you will get an accurate comparison of Polish cuisine. Similar yet different. I want to say the 4 of us ladies got phenomenal service from Alexis. She made great suggestions, was prompt, and was able to make a few modifications for my pickier friends. We started with the soup. Dill pickle for my friends and beet for me. This was some of the best beet soup I've ever had. My Polish babcia would make her beet soup and thicken it with sour cream. Other than my grandma I've never had a thickened and creamy beet soup until here. Dill pickle soup was also great with a tangy but not overpowering pickle taste. Wanting to sample a variety and also wanting leftovers I went with the pick 3 meat plate (city chicken, chicken livers, and fresh Polish sausage). Wow talk about a menagerie of food. The sausage alone was enough to feed 2-3 people. They put a beer gravy over the top which is something I've never had but it works. Chicken livers were deep-fried and slightly on the salty side but dipping them in the extra beer gravy proved to be a wise choice. City chicken was just as I remembered from before. Whatever breading they use somehow manages to stay in place but you still get the tender juicy flavor from the pork and veal that shines through. All four of us had enough food left over for lunch the next day. Prices are more than reasonable for the amount and quality of food you get. I'm excited to be living in the Detroit area again and will be able to satisfy my Polish food cravings whenever the urge hits! read more

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Hidden Jem. Go down to the restaurant and enjoy all your favorite dishes. Mine are pierogiesand of course schnitzel that is well breaded and cooked tp perfection. Don't leave without trying the cucumber salad.. read more

If you are in the mood for polish food, this is the place to go. The dill pickle soup is outstanding and honestly all of their food is so delicious. Reminds me of growing up, our grandma cooked a lot of these same recipes. read more

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So excited to visit the oldest Polish restaurant in Hamtrammack, maybe even in Michigan? First, it's located down a flight of stairs, and cash only if spending less than $50, so you have been forewarned. We got the loveliest surprise when we pushed through the door...the entire restaurant was decorated to the nines for Valentine's Day, which would be the following day. Full on red and pink everywhere, lights, decor, tablecloths, everything. Greeted and told to seat ourselves, so we picked a place away from the door, since my dad gets cold easy. Bread and cracker basket delivered quickly with menus. Menu full of lovely Polish dishes, so much to choose from. Three of us had soup with our meals, dill pickle, beet, and mushroom. We each tried the others and we were all amazed at how good they all were. Seriously good, like wish I could take a quart of each home! My hubby had the cucumber, dill and sour cream salad, and loved it. I'm not a fan usually, but I loved it too. Dad had the smoked kielbasa sandwich with horseradish, very good. Hubby had the schnitzel sandwich with a side of gravy, really tasty! Mom had the stuffed cabbage dinner, and while she thought it was a bit bland, my hubby and I absolutely loved her stuffed cabbage. Polish doesn't have sauerkraut in it, so if you're use to having it that way, you might not appreciate the Polish version. I just loved it! I had the Plaski, traditional potato pancakes with applesauce and sour cream. I'd been craving this and was so happy with my choice. Hot and crispy, they hit the spot! We all had hot coffee to drink, since it was a cold winter day, and it was excellent flavorful coffee. Our server was friendly and helpful, making our visit even better. Since we'd bought paczkis from a bakery before our meal, we skipped dessert, but next time, we're getting it. Such a great introduction to Hamtrammack, it has been on my bucket list for years. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Wow the Polish Village Cafe has amazing comfort food. We ordered takeout and ended up eating on their patio. The inside was really cozy and felt inviting. I had the schnitzel which I didn't realize was more like a meatloaf than German schnitzel. It was unexpected but delicious. My husband had galumpkes. I loved their sauerkraut and potatoes. I could have done without the canned green beans. I also tried their dill pickle soup, which was the highlight. They also gave us amazing bread! Everything was excellent! read more

Second time here and we so wish we had a place like this at home so we could try everything! The pancake with goulash is amazing as are the perogies. The borscht and pickle soup were amazing, too. Just delicious at good prices. read more

Oh my gawl. A delightful step back in time. It has been years since I have been here. This is old skool dining for sure in a neighborhood similar to where Walt Kowalski lived. Refreshingly not trendy but popular because the food and atmosphere are just so good. I started my meal with a very simple and delightfully fresh salad. That was a great choice. City chicken? Who has city chicken? My mom used to make this dish for us. Her rendition is much better. The one here was soggy unfortunately. I trumped it up to my friends who never had had it but they weren't impressed. Talk about missed opportunity. They must be making it ahead of time. The kielbasa was terrific as was the bread service. They source this homemade bread from somewhere local. It is crusty and delightful. My friend, who is Polish, said it reminded her of what her grandma used to make. The latkes were flavorful but a tad greasy. The golumpki was fine but I prefer what my dad made growing up which I am sure is less authentic. We call them cabbage rolls :) We love this place and will be back again. Places like this are what makes Detroit worth it. read more

Great, home cooked Polish food here. The stuffed cabbage is my favorite! Soups and pirogues are very good. Try to go when it's not too busy, as it can be pretty tightly packed in there. read more

Oh, I love hidden gems. I was told about this place by my boss and have been a few times now. I am very happy to say the staff are welcoming and warm to new comers. You can tell they have many regular patrons! This food is very authentic, with the dining room being downstairs in a dimly-lit space with rooms for events upstairs. A couple of musicians floated around and played for every table while we were there. The menu is quite varied and a little overwhelming for someone unfamiliar with Polish cuisine, but each time I've ordered the Super Polish Platter (recommended by the bartenders) and the kielbasa soup / cabbage soup mixed in. I felt immersed in the culture! And it was delicious! Bar seating is preferred by me for quick service. I love this place for a warm meal and environment! read more

I've lived in the Metro Detroit area for over 35 years and today was my first journey to Hamtramck to eat authentic Polish food. I ordered the Polish platter with the Dill Pickle soup. The soup was next level amazing. I need the recipe. The Polish platter was almost as amazing as the soup. I had one of the best pierogis I have ever tasted. The stuffed cabbage was delicious. The sauerkraut was very good and the kielbasa was *chefs kiss* - my daughter had her kielbasa fried and I tasted a piece of hers - it was smoky flavored and carmalized. The fried might be the way to go. I ate mine traditionally cooked with horseradish and mustard and I was completely satisfied. Will definitely go back again and highly recommend. I'm kicking myself that it took me so long to go there!! read more

I've been coming here my entire life, so I honestly never thought I'd be writing a review like this -- but it deserves to be said. We recently rented out the top floor for a funeral, and from start to finish, the experience was outstanding. During such an emotional and difficult time, the staff was incredibly kind, respectful, and attentive, making the entire process seamless and stress-free for our family. The food completely exceeded every expectation. It wasn't just good -- it was some of the best food I've ever had here, and that's saying a lot given how long I've been coming. Everything was fresh, perfectly prepared, and plentiful, with multiple guests commenting on how surprisingly amazing the food was. I truly didn't think the quality could improve from what I remembered, but it absolutely did. The service was equally impressive. The staff was professional, compassionate, and on top of every detail without ever being intrusive. They handled everything smoothly and allowed us to focus on being together as a family rather than worrying about logistics. I highly recommend renting out the top floor for any type of event. Whether it's a celebration or a moment of remembrance, this place delivers exceptional service, incredible food, and a level of care that truly makes a difference. We are extremely grateful for how well everything was handled. read more

I have been going here since it opened. I used to say it was my most favorite restaurant I had the schnitzel sandwich today. It was awful. It was a bulbous pork burger, not schnitzel at all. It was dry and flavorless. My fellow diner ordered it too. Our wait person asked if she wanted gravy with it. She said yes. Mine came with no gravy. I had to ask for some. Very slow service. Our server never asked why I barely touched my sandwich. The dill pickle soup and chicken livers were good as usual. read more

The Polish Village Cafe never disappoints! Came here on a Saturday around 3 and were easily able to get a table. We were immediately greeted by our server, who was wonderful! We each got the Polish Plate and some pierogis - my friend had the dill pickle soup as her side and I got the sour cream cucumber salad. Everything was amazing! Still as good as it was 15 years ago when I first visited! Highly recommend stopping in if you haven't! read more

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Was in the area visiting a local store and wanted to stop here for lunch. Stepping into this quaint restaurant I knew we were going to be in for a treat. My grandparents were polish so we were raised on potato pancakes and pierogis. One bite of the pancakes and I thought I was at grandmas table again. The pierogis were great too. Staff was beyond top notch. Definitely adding this to the rotation of must stop places. Great to see some old school establishments still hanging around the area. Wish more places had them. read more

My favorite place to be on a Friday night ! Best perch dinner. Great ambience! This place hasn't changed and I've been going since I was a child! read more

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The food was amazing. Best chicken livers I have ever had. We ended up ordering a 2nd order. read more

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I am not a big fan of restaurants polish food, but their food was delicious and made the way my mom use to make it. The restaurant is not very big, but it was so quaint with all the old school pictures on the wall. I would recommend it. read more

The restaurant is in the basement and looks like a nice casual place to get some food or watch a game at the bar. It is cash only just a heads up and they do have an ATM. We ordered the mixed pierogis, mushroom crepes which came with a dill pickle soup, and the beet soup. I personally enjoyed the pierogis (except the sweet cheese or I liked that the least out of the mix) and the mushroom crepe. I am not crazy about dill pickles or beets so I didn't enjoy the soups too much. But decent place to have a casual meal. read more

Polish Village Cafe - 6 Mixed Pierogi - Polish Near Me - Hamtramck, Michigan

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The food is always delicious and generous portions. Service is great and the ambience is always welcoming.

All their food is the real thing. Best homemade soups. This by far is the best Polish food in Michigan.

Wow. Just wow. Talk about a food hug. We just ate there & you can taste the love. Everyone who works here is beyond kind, friendly & knowledgeable!! The ambiance is old school Hamtramck and an absolute GEM! We started with the Dill soup which is a must. I had the polish plate for my first ever dish. It's a great way to sample a bit of everything. My wife had the pierogi, the dill soup & side of kraut which was all perfect and the portions are larger than the store bought pierogi. Our friend had the city chicken & it's seriously beyond description!! I can't wait to go back read more

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After living downriver for 65 years I finally made it to Pole Town to visit this gem. The place is reminiscent of the once upon a time house bars. Very clean, and the service was amazing. I ordered the 3 meat combo with fried kielbasa, cabbage roll, and city chicken. All were cooked just right, moist & delicious. For my side I had a cup of cabbage soup, which was amazing! All the portions were of decent size, and all entrees around $20 or under. For the 3 of us, with a couple of drinks and tip, the bill came to $140. This is a great place, and a good value. I will definitely return, and highly recommend it. read more

I usually dine in but ordered carry out because we had other plans. It took some time but once the order was up they bagged everything up quickly. The qty & quality were still intact despite getting the food to go. Ordered two Polish Plates with beet & pickle soup. Highly recommended. read more

For 34 years we have looked for a truly authentic Polish restaurant. In town for family and my first time in Motor City Detroit and we had family tell us of Polish Village Cafe Down the stairs and you walk into Eastern Europe. A quaint space full of history and heritage. The menu had some of the polish favorites that we have been looking for. Marta greeted us and was knowledgeable about the food and how to get the most from our experience Fresh pirogies, pan fried kielbasa, piping hot Czarnina. We got the stuffed mushroom crepes, juicy meatballs in brown gravy , roast pork with kraut. Every bite was a trip to another place. J and I shared everything and we had so much left to take back with us.... You get plates full of food and love... read more

Only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is the waitstaff seems to be there in body but not in spirit. When you drop a beer bottle and shatter it in the cement patio and never return with a broom and dustpan???? ‍‍. Aside from that the food was traditional polish fare prepared well. There were 6 of us we all shared a bit of the different foods we orders from pierogis, stuffed cabbage to city chicken, dill pickle soup, etc it's all made in house. If you can deal with less than stellar service give it a shot. It's been around for 50 years for a reason . read more

The food was delicious, that was until I quit eating pork. But if you like pork just about everything there is made from the pig or pig mixed with cow. The dill pickle soup is still super good!! read more

The worst Polish food I've had eating out. Absolutely underwhelming. I don't remember exactly what I got, but I do know the cucumber salad was so overrun with onions that it was almost inedible. I have never in my life had a cucumber salad that was made like that. As a Polish person who speaks the language and has Polish food at home on a daily basis, you'd be better off going to the Polish markets hot bar. read more

Polish Village Cafe - Potato and cheese Pierogi - Polish Near Me - Hamtramck, Michigan

After touring the Motown Museum, our group went to the Polish Village Cafe for a "Family Style" lunch. HUGE plates of MANY Polish favorites were brought to our tables. There was PLENTY of food for 2nd helpings and LEFTOVERS that we took home. The wait staff was efficient and attentive. The ambiance was like being in grandma's house. My grandparents and parents made many of these items for our family dinners when I was growing up. The Polish cuisine here is AUTHENTIC and HOMEMADE. You simply cannot buy a can of this stuff from GFS or SYSCO. Bathroom was clean and odorless. I SHALL RETURN! read more

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My wife and I found this spot through Triple D! If y'all like to eat, eat here. If you enjoy good ambiance and great people (staff), then eat here. Make sure to get in early as a long line is capable of forming. Rightly so for this GEM of a spot. Inexpensive is an understatement for the amount and quality of food. I beg of thee, try it out! read more