I'm never truly awake until I've had my morning cup of coffee, but even though Relaks was a bit of a trek from our hotel in Warsaw, I was willing to make that trip half-asleep and grumpy, in order to try what has been pegged as some of the best coffee in the city.
Eventually we arrived in the vicinity, though finding the shop took a few minutes; in spite of the address, the shop is actually on the back of the square, with the entrance on Jarosława Dąbrowskiego.
Inside, the decor is minimalist, though a bit dated in that hipster kind of way. There are posters of movies hanging on the walls and an assortment of mismatched furniture (couches, tables, chairs) in the room.
We went to the counter and ordered and the service was quick and attentive.
Admittedly I was a bit disappointed with the vegan selection. They had cookies and sandwiches, which is pretty great, but for a coffeeshop labeled as vegan, I expected a bit more. So fair warning: this place has more to eat for a vegetarian than a vegan.
It was morning, and I wasn't in the mood for a sandwich, so I had a cookie. Meanwhile, the fellow got an almond croissant (vegetarian), which he said was tasty but definitely heavy/filling.
We hung out for a short while and listening to music and used the free WiFi. My coffee came out in a bit and it was good, and strong, and not too bitter. For coffee lovers, this place is definitely worth checking out. read more
