Must-see restaurants in Kraków

  • Walls adorned with drawings from a Heinrich Zille book at Starka Restaurant and Vodka

    Starka

    Kraków

    Starka is a fine dining experience you'll never forget. Meat lovers should try the pork knuckle, but only go full size if you've got a decent appetite…

  • Hammam Shahrazad, along Smolensk you'll find this colourful restaurant and spa

    Hammam Shahrazad

    Kraków

    Restaurant above, spa below: this is a one-of-a-kind in Kraków. Enjoy traditional Turkish dishes such as hummus and falafel for a chilled-out afternoon…

  • Mamma Mia restaurant gains lots of traffic on busy Karmelicka Street

    Trattoria Mamma Mia

    Kraków

    We know you probably didn't come to Poland to eat pizza, but if you have a craving, go for the delicious, crispy, thin-crusted variety that comes out of…

  • One of La Campana Trattoria's indoor rooms, lined with wine bottles

    La Campana Trattoria

    Kraków

    Not that Kraków needed another Italian restaurant, but this one boasts the city's most delightful, flower-filled courtyard setting. On a summer day, there…

  • Chimera, restauarant street entrance with menu displays.

    Chimera

    Kraków

    Not to be confused with the salad bar of the same name, this is a Kraków classic. The vaulted 14th century cellar is the perfect setting to sample their…

  • Milkbar Tomasza, the popular milkbar has a wide window front great for people watching.

    Milkbar Tomasza

    Kraków

    A modern take on a traditional Polish bar mleczny, where the panini sit proudly beside the pierogi. It's a clean casual space, with lots of light, bright…

  • Dynia

    Kraków

    While Dynia's interior is chic – with leather furniture and avant-garde floral arrangements – it is the courtyard that is the most enticing. Crumbling…

  • Manzana

    Podgórze

    Manzana is slightly more upscale than is usual for a Mexican restaurant in this part of the world, with a sleek interior and enormous bar. That said, the…

  • Europejska

    Kraków

    Sure, the Polish food at this classic establishment is good, but most people come here to soak up the old world atmosphere of the restaurant's back rooms…

  • Jama Michalika

    Kraków

    Established in 1895, this cavernous place was a hang-out for writers, painters and others associated with the Młoda Polska movement. Today, it feels more…

  • Cafe Szał

    Kraków

    The fact that this cafe is only open in the summer months makes it all the more special. A glorious view of St Mary's Basilica and the main square, the…

  • Novum Bistro

    Eastern Kraków

    One of the better restaurants in this part of town, Novum Bistro goes for traditional but hard-to-find mains like rabbit, venison and wild boar, as well…

  • U Babci Maliny

    Kraków

    This rustic basement is hidden within the courtyard of the Polish Academy of Learning. Simply descend the stairs like you know where you're going and…

  • Przystanek Burger

    Kraków

    This is exactly what you need when you're in the mood for a quick and tasty bite, with appetising burgers that are every bit as good as the pictures…

  • Marchewka z Groszkiem

    Kraków

    Traditional Polish cooking, with hints of influence from neighbouring countries such as Ukraine, Hungary and Lithuania. Excellent potato pancakes and a…

  • Pino

    Kraków

    The chefs at Pino embrace food trends, offering familiar foods like pizzas and burgers and alongside whatever else – sous vide, steak tartare – might be…

  • Smakołyki

    Kraków

    If you like big portions and low prices, this restaurant just outside the Planty by Jagiellonian University is the place to go. Meaning ‘treats’ in Polish…

  • Veganic

    Kraków

    Veganic's cosy armchairs and outdoor courtyard make for a welcoming setting for very good vegan and vegetarian food, like tofu burgers, pastas and stuffed…

  • Massolit Cooks

    Kraków

    Vegans and vegetarians will love this addition to the Jewish quarter. American-style bagels and desserts like pumpkin pie from the satellite bakery, as…

  • Gate of India

    Kraków

    This handy Indian, located between Wawel and Kazimierz, is good value and a nice change of pace from milder Polish cooking. The spicy dishes are served…

  • Daddy's Pizza

    Kraków

    You'll likely find the area's locals playing some casual pool upstairs here, but don't be fooled by the laid-back appearance. The pizza here is oven-baked…

  • With Fire & Sword

    Podgórze

    Named after the historical novel by Henryk Sienkiewicz, this dark, atmospheric restaurant re-creates the Poland of yesteryear. The wood interior is made…

  • TAO Teppanyaki & More

    Podgórze

    A bright, welcoming Asian restaurant, with a smattering of tables in a small garden out back – where there's also a children's play area. The emphasis is…

  • Yana Sushi

    Kraków

    It’s a good idea to book a table, as this restaurant is both small and popular. Starting out as a Japanese restaurant, it still specialises in delicately…

  • Gospoda Koko

    Kraków

    This no-frills restaurant has basic service but serves up delicious, hearty Polish food in large quantities at bargain prices. The beer is cheap and the…

  • Del Papa

    Kraków

    Traditional, upscale Italian food, including classics like beef and fish carpaccio, minestrone, thin-crust pizza and several pasta dishes. The menu holds…

  • Bar Grodzki

    Kraków

    A delightful, family-run bar mleczny (milk bar), but a slight step up from the typical cafeteria setting. Line up at the steam table and choose your food…

  • Charlotte Chleb i Wino

    Kraków

    This is the Kraków branch of a popular Warsaw restaurant serving croissants, French breads, salads and sandwiches. The crowds on artsy Plac Szczepański…

  • 77 Sushi

    Kraków

    This small sushi bar is always hopping, given its enviable position just off the Royal Route between the Old Town and Wawel. It offers a full range of…

  • Indus Tandoori

    Kraków

    Reasonably good Indian restaurant, with an unbeatable central location if you're looking for something a little different. Indus serves curries and…

  • Smak Ukraiński

    Kraków

    This countrified oasis, perched on one of the city's busiest pedestrian thoroughfares, presents authentic Ukrainian dishes in a cosy dining room,…

  • Nago Sushi and Sake

    Kraków

    With sushi and sashimi floating around in little boats looping around a ‘canal’ encircling a curvy communal table, and a good selection of ramen dishes,…

  • Il Calzone

    Kraków

    This pleasant slice of Italy is a well-kept secret, tucked away in a quiet nook set back from the street next to the Hotel Pugetów. Pleasant whitewashed…

  • Makaroniarnia

    Podgórze

    Heaven for pasta lovers with a list of macaroni specialities as long as your arm. The cheerful interior makes for the ideal lunch spot, and the three…

  • Alchemia od Kuchni

    Kraków

    Craft beers, burgers and hummus ‘bowls’ – a scoop of hummus topped with fish or beef sauce – all served up in a minimalist urban setting of exposed brick…

  • Polskie Smaki

    Kraków

    This place has more atmosphere than your typical milk bar, thanks to the Gothic vaulted ceiling, but the food is still straightforward and simple. Look…

  • Mazaya Falafel

    Podgórze

    The Podgórze branch of a local chain of Middle Eastern fast-food outlets serves up excellent, life-affirming set menus of falafel and hummus. Most people…

  • Good Lood

    Kraków

    The Kazimierz branch of a highly popular ice-cream chain, featuring fresh, additive-free ice cream made from locally sourced ingredients. Order a cup or…

  • Poco Loco

    Kraków

    Likable local Mexican fast-food chain, with cheap but very good thick, foil-wrapped burritos as well as tacos, salads and quesadillas. Eat in or take away.

  • Corner Burger, the retro style and large paintings are part of Corner Burger's appeal

    Corner Burger

    Kraków

    Casual Brooklyn-inspired burger bar, featuring a range of freshly made burgers. Order at the counter and grab one of a handful of tables or booths. The…

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