Stary Dom sets a high bar when it comes to an elegant dining. The space is on the more formal side…read morebut not fancy enough for cocktail attire; which I was so grateful for. I came directly from Gdansk in a delayed train so I rushed straight here to make my reservation. With my roller luggage and all. They thankfully had a convenient coat check where they were able to store my luggage. Now as for the food, wow on all fronts. I ordered the Chicken Soup, Marinated Herring, Steak Tartare, Lamb Shank and a Meringue Pie. I just had to try everything! And sure glad I did. I don't usually like lamb but this dish came highly recommended. Ive only liked lamb on a few occasions so it was a gamble and in this rare situation, I won. The gaminess of the lamb was very subtle and the flavor combined with the potato puree and marinade was delicious. The steak tartare was prepared table side and the chef asks if you want it normal, mild, or spicy. I opted for spicy which I felt wasn't any spice but nonetheless, a very tasty steak tartare. The marinated herring was so enjoyable as well. The fish was tender and the citrus profile of the sauce was a fantastic complement to the dish. The Chicken Soup was as good as chicken soup could be. Warm and savory. And finally the dessert. The fluffy meringue pie was very good as well but after a few bites, the sweetness got to me. Still a good dish though but more geared towards those with a real sweet tooth.

One of the best, if not THE BEST, restaurants in town!! Amazing selection of high quality food,…read moreliquor, wine and beer. Great appetizers (I recommend the beef tartare made right at the table! We met the owner and he was so friendly. Told us about the history of his restaurant and sat and talked with us a while! Great pastry deserts too! Absolutely a must try restaurant if in the area!!

The is an amazing restaurant. The restaurant is decorated in bright colors with polish accents. The…read morewaitress was very friendly, polite, and gave great advice on the food. The Polish sausage and sauerkraut is delicious. The sausage is cooked well; crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The sauerkraut is not overly sour with great seasoning. The warm wine was great; good for the cold winter.

While visiting Warsaw, I made sure to stop at Zapiecek Polskie Pierogarnie, and it was everything…read moreyou'd want from a classic Polish food experience. This place is charming, cozy, and clearly a must-visit -- it was very busy with people waiting outside, which only confirmed how loved it is. I ordered the traditional pierogies (without meat), and they were absolutely delicious -- tender, comforting, and full of flavor. The cranberry sauce and mushroom sauce on the side were perfect pairings and really elevated the dish, adding a sweet and earthy balance to each bite. It felt like the kind of spot you seek out when traveling -- authentic, warm, and deeply satisfying. If you're a foodie or a visitor wanting to experience real Polish comfort food while in Warsaw, this is definitely a place you shouldn't miss. I'd happily return and highly recommend it!

Very tasty żurek and delicious bigos! We were looking for…read moresome traditional Polish cuisine in Warsaw to satisfy our refined taste, and we were delighted to discover this restaurant. Both the service and food were top-notch, and the atmosphere added a special touch to our dinner. I'd definitely recommend this place for a casual visit or a special occasion.

We definitely wanted to visit this place when in Warsaw as an avid fans of…read more "Good morning TVN" where chef Andrzej Polan is a guest very often. The restaurant is very cozy and tucked on Emily Plater street. We did not have reservation, and visited during lunch hours, but seating outside was not problem. However we were advised that reservation is usually needed. Staff was very nice and accommodated us immediately. The menu is short with some polish classics deconstructed in some way. We had : Tartare--it is a Polish staple and I must admit I can put it on my top list. Very delicate, brilliantly combined with all the toppings. You can feel the quality of the meat on the first bite. Marinated Herring--with soured milk was another delicious dish that made our experience a pleasure one. Served on baked potatoes were a great starter without argument. Sour Cucumber Soup--another dish famous for Polish cuisine. Nice deconstruction with horseradish and smoked trout was very interesting. Deer Pate--served with young beets, currants, home mayo and bread, served with homemade bread. All the good things ready to spread on the fresh bread. They also have good selection of wine and craft local beers. I wish we could try more menu items and I believe they would be as good as everything that we had tried. I am happy that I could try your food Mr. Andrzej Polan. Od samego poczatku chcielismy odwiedzic to miejsce podczas pobytu w Warszawie. Jestesmy fanami 'Dziendobry TVN" gdzie szef Andrzej Polan czesto gosci. Restauracja jest przytulna prawie schowana na ul Emilii Plater. Odwiedzilismy to miesce podczas lunchu nie majac rezerwacji, ale posadzenie nas na zewnatrz nie bylo zadnym problemem. Kelner oznajmil nam ze z reguly rezerwacje sa potrzebne. Ekipa ktora tam pracuje jest bardzo mila i szybko zostalismy posadzeni przy stoliku. Menu jest krotkie i zawiera klasyki polskiej kuchni z lekka dekonstrukcja. Zamowilismy nastepujaco: Tatar--polska klasyka i musze przyznac ze moglbym to danie umiescic na gorze listy tatarow ktore mialem przyjemnosc jesc w restauracjach. Bardzo delikatny, super polaczenie z dodatkami. Od razu bylo mozna wyczuc jakosc miesa po pierwszym kesie. Marynowany Sledz--serwowany z kwasnym mlekiem byl kolejnym smacznym daniem, ktore sprawilo ze nasz pobyt byl milym przezyciem. Serwowane na pieczonym ziemniaku byly swietna przystawka bez dwoch zdan. Zupa ogorkowa--kolejne danie znane w polskiej kuchni. Fajna dekonstrukcja podania z chrzanem i wedzonym pstragiem byla bardzo interesujaca. Pasztet z Jelenia--serwowany z mlodymi buraczkami, porzeczkami, majonezem i swojskim chlebem. Wszystkie pyszne rzeczy gotowe do posmarowania na swiezy chleb. Polana Smakow ma rowniez dobra selekcje win i piw rzemieslniczych. Zaluje ze nie moglismy sprobowac wiecej pozycji z menu gdyz jestem przekonanyz, ze wszystko bylo by rownie smaczne. Jestesmy bardzo zadowoleni ,ze moglismy sprobowac tego jedzenia panie Andrzeju.

Our lunch at the Podwale restaurant was nothing but great. I loved the unique interior design and…read morerustic decor. Our server Roman was absolutely fantastic- friendly, helpful and very efficient. The food absolutely delicious. We tried a lot of different Polish dishes and everything was really tasty- meat pirogies, potato pancake with mushrooms, and pork ribs. Every bite tasted ethnic and unique. This place is definitely a gem.

This is the place to go if you're looking to try the pork knuckle…read more First and foremost make a reservation! The place gets packed! We were lucky enough to get sat at a table pretty quickly but it was kinda in the middle of where the waiters were passing and the table was small. Which I'm not complaining at all. I was just happy they were able to accommodate us. The tables have an actual candle giving it a very romantic vibe. Our waiter was extremely nice and made us feel very welcomed. After taking our order he came over with a plate of complimentary sauerkraut and pickles. The pickles were extremely crisp and had an incredible mustardy flavor. The sauerkraut was also very fresh and could be eaten all by itself. The food came shortly after. We got a bowl of zurek soup in a pot and it was amazing. The soup had a beautiful almost citrusy taste with sausage and egg. We also got the pork knuckle that comes fried with a salad, french fries and a basket of bread. It's also served with sauerkraut plus horseradish and mustard to dip. Honestly the pork knuckle was so flavorful I didn't feel the sauces were necessary. It is huge!! I recommend getting the smaller size because the waiter offered us 2 sizes and I mistakenly went for the larger one. We couldn't finish all of it! But the food is amazing! There was also some musicians that walked in playing some music which was really nice. They walked around the restaurant. We also go their homemade lemon vodka and it was delicious. It was almost frosted and really refreshing. When we were walking out the door, we were shocked with the crowd of people waiting to get inside. So definitely make your reservations!!

I loved this place. It's definitely touristy, but even with several long tables set up just for…read moretour groups, it still felt like the food itself was authentic and ultimately that's what I really wanted. The decor is also high traditional, which is just sometimes what you want in a traditional/more tourist-facing place. The pierogi were some of the best I had in my tour of Poland, and I taste-tested A LOT of pierogi! They also have a delightful selection of vodkas. Our server clearly had about a billion tables, and yet she somehow was still unflappably kind and quick with our meals and answering any questions we had. The menu is really quite good and we had a hard time choosing.

I have traveled the world extensively, having been to six of the seven continents. This said, one…read moreof my favorite restaurants in the world is in my mother's birthplace of Poland... it is called Folk Gospoda. The food is amazing, from the fantastic pierogi's, excellent bigos and sublime roast venison in forest mushroom sauce. This is also authentic Polish fare, in a traditional Polish setting . The wait staff is pleasant and efficient. I go there every time I am in Warszawa (Warsaw)

A must to try Pierogi while in Poland and no place does it better than this restaurant. Try the…read moredifferent ones -- cheese/potatoes, meat (our favorite) -- they're really good. Chocolate cake was a let down. Too dry. Try another dessert. Servers were very nice and friendly.

Please forgive me as I'm way behind on my reviews and this one dates back to March 2018, and was…read moreour first night in Warsaw, Poland. Our colleagues, translator and guide, was from Poland, but no Warsaw. So we happen upon Zapiecek, and we're not disappointed. It was an almost 11pm when we decided it was time to find some food on this work trip and first time to Poland. So I wanted something of local taste. So my colleague suggested the pierogi. Now forgive me for not remembering the fillings, or the sauce, but the memories of just enjoying the flavors is still with me that I tried to find similar taste here in the States and have not found a place yet. From what I remember the staff were friendly and the setting was quiet and comfortable. So I do have fond memories of dining at Zapiecek, and would go again. So enjoy...

Happily stumbled upon Radio Cafe when we were waiting for our Airbnb next door to be ready. The…read moreowner used to be involved with a public radio station during communism, so the place looks like it's been frozen in time with books, magazines, and pictures of political figures, revolutionary activists, and past events. The warm lighting, cozy booths and tables gives an old library vibe. We had a couple hours to kill and the staff were really cool about us taking our time. Everything we had was delicious! The macchiato was made perfectly. The Zurek soup was incredibly comforting and flavorful. The mushroom and sauerkraut Pierogis were about the same as everywhere else, which was consistently good. We finished off with a nice vanilla ice cream, which came with soft cookies and blueberries. It looks like this place hosts events and shows as well. It'd be perfect for poetry slams.

Wonderful service, delicious food, vibrant ambience in this cozy, historic cafe. Framed photos of…read morepoliticians and prominent thinkers line the walls and give this establishment an aura of historic significance. Highly recommend.

Excellent food, service and ambience…read more Warm bread with smalec is served pre meal...delicious. All the food we had was beautifully presented and tasted like it was made with care and attention like homecooking. We had meat pierogi which was delicious and packed with pepper and beef tartar which was elegant and flavourful to start. For mains it was mushroom soup and pork cutlet which was huge so I wish I had skipped the starter as I could not finish this which was a shame. Highly recommend, rare 5 star

Fun atmosphere, delicious food, fair prices, and excellent service. Plus piano music --you can't go…read morewrong here.