What a gem. I came here somewhat on a whim on a five-hour layover in Warsaw, and wow am I glad I…read moredid. First thing you notice is the ambiance; I was seated outside in their courtyard, which is a secluded oasis tucked away from the street. Service was friendly but relaxed. I started with a glass of wine and the herring nigiri appetizer. Prior to coming here, I was pretty unfamiliar with the cuisine of Poland and surrounds, so the herring was a fully new type of flavor for me. The presentation was beautiful, the type of dish inventive, and the flavors themselves delicious and well- balanced. My second dish, the cauliflower, was very creatively prepared and was also delicious, if unfortunately slightly on the saltier side. I ended with the scallop ceviche risotto. WOW. This is the BEST risotto I have ever had. It's hard to describe; the interplay between the flavors was unmatched - and all the ingredients were as fresh as can be. I still dream of this risotto to this day.

I discovered alewino on Michelin Guide. I love to explore local bistros and wine bar when I'm…read moretraveling to a new city. I highly recommend making reservations in advance. For a weeknight, they were packed! Also, the entrance is tucked away from the main street. Look for and follow the sign to lead you to the entrance. The first thing you see as you entered the restaurant is bottles and bottles of wine on the shelves. I really can't tell you the overall space because I felt like I went from one room to another, pass the kitchen, through another room and was seated in a small room with about 6 or 7 tables. It's almost like a maze. I can tell most of the patron are locals. Friends meeting after work for drinks and a quick bite to eat. I know I'm in the right place :-) The menu is small and seasonal with the intention to order/taste every dish because the portion is small too. We started off with Bulion, which is a broth soup with duck dumplings. It was delicious and savory. The ginger in the broth soup warmed my stomach. It was exactly what I needed for our first night in Warsaw. According to other yelpers, we have to order the beef tartare. I'm not big on raw beef but it tasted better than I expected. The beef tartare is served on top of potato pancake. The potato sort of mellow out the raw meat taste. Great presentation! Chicken Liver Parfait served on a buttermilk bread was probably my favorite dish. I know liver is not for the faint of heart, but when it's done right, it's chef kiss! Chicken liver is incredibly good for us and a nutrient-dense superfood packed with protein and vitamins. I wish I can see more dishes like this served in the states. Foie Gras sales and production is strictly restricted in most states. We just have to try it whenever we are in Europe. YOLO! It's rich and buttery and served on a even more buttery brioche. Very filling. Skrei was a fish dish that we should of skipped. It was served on a big pile of foam and herbs with very little fish (see pic.). It's something I expect at a high end 13 course tasting menu, not at a wine bar. We each had a glass of Badenhorst Family White Wine. It wasn't the best I had but it works for the occasion. Tips: Service is slow and that's just how the European roll. Be patience and enjoy the view and take in the moment that you're in Poland! They charge for water and 10% service charge.

The food was good. Borscht, pierogis and a main was more than enough for me. Cozy ambiance just…read moreright on a chilly fall evening.

Ok, so, my cousin came up with this establishment for our first meeting in months. Ambience is…read moreexcellent. Food is exquisite. Beer is divine. We had steaks. Presentation itself is art critic worthy. I dine in Manhattan and Long Beach but Warsaw shows me again and again that it can do it better. And this place did an excellent job. Professional staff. Good food, great time. Polecam...

Nice little place downtown Warsaw. Service was good and I appreciated they spoke English. We just…read morehad beers but the food they were bringing out of the kitchen looked and smelled excellent. I would go back for food but it's a short stay here on Warsaw.

Delicious and very reasonably priced. Friendly service. We sat outside and enjoyed the vibe and…read moreloved the food. Highly recommended!

After reading reviews about the food at this location, we decided to give it a try. We were told…read moreto go to the 2nd floor for additional seating as our table was right next to the stairs! We ordered the Grandma's mixture of fried dumplings, three entrees and drinks. Our waitress was not that friendly from the beginning but took our order without writing it down although she did repeat it back to us. She set up the metal stand for the dumplings, but they never arrived! Only two out of the three entrees arrived so the 3rd dish- the pig's knuckles didn't arrive either. I just shared my food with my wife and she was ok with that. We called the waitress over and told her we didn't receive the dumpling and the 3rd entree. She did not apologize for this nor express any sympathy about those missing items. I called the manager over to tell her the same issue, but surprisingly, she didn't offer an apology or any corrective measures herself. She didn't even bother to check up on this, so I flatly told her that we are canceling those two dishes and not to bring them as we are leaving now. The waitress ran downstairs to tell the chef to stop the orders, but I didn't care at that point anymore whether they were actually ready or not. When we paid our bill, again, the waitress didn't even say Thank You or anything else. It seems that neither one seemed to care about what had happened. I know it was busy that night and things like this happens. However that's why people like me leave honest reviews for others to read before they go to any restaurant. Oh, we didn't bother leaving a tip as a result.

I was a little hesitant to try pierogi just anywhere because I didn't want to be disappointed, but…read moreI'm glad my friend brought me here since I really wanted to try some traditional Polish food. I didn't really know what to expect at first, but their fried pierogi and traditional sausage were amazing. Also their compote juice. They have many branches here in Warsaw so you'll find them everywhere. Definitely worth it!

Milk bars are cafeteria style restaurants serving affordable, traditional Polish dishes. Bar…read moreMleczny Bambino seems to be a popular one in Warsaw with a few different locations. Upon entering, you'll see the extensive menu on the wall. Fortunately, it's translated in English and the staff that takes your order at the cash register booth speaks some English as well. Once you order, they give you a buzzer to let you know when it's ready for pick up at the kitchen window. My husband and I ordered a couple bottled fruit beverages, an espresso, mushroom and sauerkraut pierogis, a side of cream spinach and blueberry and apricot pancakes for 53 PLN or about $15 US! The quality didn't compare to the Michelin Star, Muzealna, we had the day before, but we appreciated the simplicity of our last meal before leaving Poland. The women's uniforms in the kitchen and how they serve food through the window is reminiscent of the communist era. In fact, the design of the restaurant makes one feel as if they're in a mess hall during that time. There are a few tables outside as well. Anyone visiting Poland has to try a milk bar at least once!

When you come to Poland, you pretty much have to try a milk bar, and this is one of the more…read morepopular ones in Warsaw. Some of the older reviews cite a complicated experience with potential language issues, but that's absolutely not the case now. The wall menu has English translations, you order and pay on entering, and are given a beeper to take to your table and wait for you to be summoned to pick up your food. Basically, like any fast-casual dining experience anywhere in the modern world. It's all very cheap, and it's a good way to try a sampling of Polish dishes. However, while the food is tasty and likely authentic, ingredient quality is understandably so-so (for instance, the popular veal schnitzel is made of a pressed/formed meat patty, as opposed to an actual slice of veal). For me, it's the kind of thing you do once, but then look for better quality versions of the dishes in one of the many good restaurants around town.

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.

Flambeeria is such a great place. Simple and neat interior, a few tables outside, SUPER NICE staff…read moreand delicious food make it a top-notch place in Warsaw. As it was perfect weather we got table outside - no reservation needed on Thursday afternoon. We order classic Flambee w/ sweet onions and bacon and one w/ chicken, feta cheese and broccoli. Both were delicious but original is original - amazing. Perfect amount of sauce and ingredients on thin dough. Love it. And they are big too. Took some home, can't wait for lunch. Good wine selection! What makes this place special is also very professional and extremely nice staff. I don't remember last time I felt so pleased with service. They deserve 5 starts themselves. One more thing: Thank you Yelp for a glass of Glery!

The place is really nice and unique. The food is amazing. The prices are pretty reasonable for the…read morethe food. And the waiters are really nice and helpful. I got the pear and blue cheese one and it was really good. I liked how the sweetness of the pear complements the sourness of the cheese. It was amazing, even though i didn't like the lavender but i removed it and it didn't affect the taste of it. My husband got the zucchini and cheese and it was great as well. I loved both of them, but i like mine better. He liked his better. For dessert we got cream brûlée and it was good but it was orange flavored and it didn't like that. But i'm definitely going there again.

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!!

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.