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Affogato
INTERNATIONAL
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 144 A welcome experience with one of the more experimental menus in the city. The menu is varied, and the interior design is quite impressive. ĮĮiyp.me/39909 2
Angelo Ristorante
ITALIAN
J-11, ul. 6 Sierpnia 1/3 A great Italian restaurant which won’t leave your wallet empty. A great set menu with an additional seafood menu on the weekends! ĮĮiyp.me/146663 3
ArcheVita
POLISH
O-8, ul. Jana Matejki 11 Great breakfasts and lunches, and an à la carte menu with a modern take on Polish cuisine. Modern, classy, and open to all who stop by. Go! ĮĮiyp.me/163351
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Bawełna
ITALIAN
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 19A/46 Occupying a grand corner spot in the Manufaktura complex, Bawelna serves up hearty doses of Italian dishes at great prices. ĮĮiyp.me/127151 5
Delight Restaurant INTERNATIONAL
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 17 (Andel’s Lodz) Located in the Andel’s Hotel, this restaurant received 2 points in the Gault & Millau guide. It’s one of the best in Łódź, for sure. ĮĮiyp.me/55202 6
DOKI gastrobar
INTERNATIONAL
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 138/140 Visually impacting as you enter the gates of OFF Piotrkowska, the street food menu packs a punch too! The heated rooftoop terrace is wow! ĮĮiyp.me/146680 7
Four Colors
INTERNATIONAL
H-14, ul. Łąkowa 29 (DoubleTree by Hilton) Luxurious and stylish restaurant that presents an exquisite and original menu. A great place with a magnificent wine list to match. ĮĮiyp.me/124251 8
Galicja
POLISH
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 19A A modern take on the ‘old Polish farmhouse’ look - the interior design is wonderful, and the traditional but innovative food equally so! ĮĮiyp.me/115035
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Gastromachina Stacja AMERICAN
13 Miska
Gastro Bowls
INT.
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 16 (Puro Hotel Łódź) Unique Oriental cuisine served in bowls (the clue’s in the name!). Yum. Eat here day or night, and make sure to check out their drink menus. ĮĮiyp.me/160212 14 Nóż
SPANISH
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 138/140 Don’t fear the name - Nóż (knife) is a cut above the competition. Enjoy great Spanish food from tapas to paella along with exclusive wines. ĮĮiyp.me/151136 15 Otwarte
Drzwi
ITALIAN
K-12, ul. Piotrkowska 120 Fantastic flavours from two young chefs who developed their passion for Italian cooking whilst travelling around the land of La Dolce Vita. ĮĮiyp.me/130568 16 Powidok
POLISH
J-8, Pl. Wolności 8 Just like Łódź’s industrial past, Powidok’s cuisine is a mix of European and Polish flare. Great visuals inside, outside, and on your plate. ĮĮiyp.me/160211 17 Przerwa
Catering & Design
INT.
J-14, ul. Wólczańska 128/134 If you’re looking for a conference space for events with a restaurant, then bingo, you’ve found your venue! Also a great place to relax. ĮĮiyp.me/138584 18 Quale
Restaurant
INTERNATIONAL
L-10, ul. Narutowicza 48 Voted in the top 100 restaurants in Poland by the Gault & Millau dining guide. A classy venue is more than a restaurant: it’s an experience. ĮĮiyp.me/144132 19 Restauracja
u Kretschmera
INT.
G-14, ul. Kopernika 64 Lavish dishes await you in this atmospheric hotel. The food is a melting pot of Łódź’s historic make-up: Polish, German, Jewish and Russian. ĮĮiyp.me/119548 20 Señoritas
MEXICAN
K-11, ul. Moniuszki 1A Quite a unique place in Poland, let alone Łódź! Señoritas has some amazingly authentic tacos, quesadillas and enchiladas. Recommended. ĮĮiyp.me/133062 21 Szpulka
INTERNATIONAL
J-11, ul. Piotrkowska 89 Centralised and well designed it has a best-in-town and impressive stance towards burgers - both classic and funky creations on offer! ĮĮiyp.me/141628
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 19A A truly hip and contemporary bistro serving seasonally-inspired Polish fusion dishes in a modern, arty environment. ĮĮiyp.me/133053
10 Irish
22 Tango
Pub
INTERNATIONAL
Argentino
ARGENTINIAN
J-11, ul. Piotrkowska 77 Guinness available on top (where else?!), but the food is worth trumpeting, especially the succulent steaks. A great choice. ĮĮiyp.me/20922
K-11, ul. Traugutta 14 The finest beef imported from Argentina, grilled to perfection & served up with chef Franco Cambareri’s signature chimichurri sauce. ĮĮiyp.me/135586
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23 Whiskey
ASIAN
in the Jar
AMERICAN
K-15, ul. Piotrkowska 217 KURONEKO’s delicious and highly affordable sushi and Ramen have quickly become their calling card and a top spot to eat in Piotrkowska 217. ĮĮiyp.me/146681
I-8, ul. Drewnowska 58B No, the Sons of Anarchy haven’t setup a Łódź branch of their gang. This rock ‘n’ roll steakhouse is a cut above the rest. Try the cocktails. ĮĮiyp.me/151080
12 Len
24 Złoty
i Bawełna
INTERNATIONAL
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 138/140 OFF Piotrkowska just got cooler with Len i Bawełna, offering modern Polish and International cuisine. The regional wines are a must try! ĮĮiyp.me/160347
Imbir
ASIAN
K-11, ul. Sienkiewicza 39 For some of the best Chinese food you’ll try in Łódź, head to Złoty Imbir. It’s hard not to be impressed with the bow tie clad waiters! ĮĮiyp.me/130573
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Biotiful Healthy Snack Lab
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 16 (Puro Hotel Łódź) One of the healthiest and relaxing cafes we’ve visited, with vegan, vegetarian, and organically sourced foods. Great interior. Pleasant. ĮĮiyp.me/160218 2
Hot Air Cafe
K-15, ul. Piotrkowska 217 This Hot Air is not unwarranted bravado. Spacious yet cosy, relaxing yet atmospheric and right in the heart of Piotrkowska 217. Pleasant. ĮĮiyp.me/157859 3
Owoce i Warzywa
K-11, ul. Traugutta 9 What can you expect of a bar called Fruit & Veg? How about a hip spot with arthouse films, rare Polish beers & trippy sounds all around. ĮĮiyp.me/160944 4
The Brick Coffee Factory
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 136 Arguably the best coffee in Łódź, with a range of alternative brewing techniques perfectly executed by super friendly baristas. Recommended! ĮĮiyp.me/149476 1
Brush Barber Shop & Bar
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 138/140 Hair chop and a top drink - a unique place to get your mop top tidied and enjoy a cocktail in the same place in the evening. Awesome. ĮĮiyp.me/157865 2
Dwa Przez Cztery Wine Bar
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 144 The sommeliers in this place will greet you from the moment you step in. Go with it, enjoy the service and the flavours on offer. ĮĮiyp.me/149477 3
Golden Bar
H-14, ul. Łąkowa 29 (DoubleTree by Hilton) A hotel bar, yes, but one full of ambience, just the ticket to relax in, with a fantastic choice of alcohols and food to keep you pleased. ĮĮiyp.me/133093 4
skyFLY Bar
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 17 (Andel’s Lodz) Get sky high views in SkyFLY at Vienna House Andel’s at Manufaktura. Great drinks, food, atmosphere and views of the city. Not to be missed. ĮĮiyp.me/156194 5
Spirit Bar
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 16 (Puro Hotel Łódź) Enjoy views of the city on the top floor of PURO Hotel Łódź, with a well stocked bar, outdoor terrace, and indoor space, should it get cold! ĮĮiyp.me/160216 6
Whiskey in the Jar
I-8, ul. Drewnowska 58B After humble beginnings in Poznań and Wrocław, Whiskey in the Jar is now in Manufaktura, dealing in food and cocktails! Not to be missed. ĮĮiyp.me/154397 7
Wytwórnia Club
H-14, ul. Łąkowa 29 This one time film studio is one of Łódź’s biggest musical and cultural venues. Check their website for all latest event info: wytwornia.pl ĮĮiyp.me/154346 1
Magnes
J-8, ul. Zachodnia 44, www.magnesklub.pl The sauciest adult playground in Łódź, full of beautiful women where private and bar top dances provide the best eye candy. Recommended. ĮĮiyp.me/21039
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Arena Laser Games
accessibility
I-8, ul. Drewnowska 58 You have your laser gun. You have your mission and 350m2 of space. You know what to do, laser warrior! ĮĮiyp.me/55104
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Kino Charlie
accessibility
K-15, ul. Piotrkowska 203/205 Not into mainstream cinema? Check out Kino Charlie, home of artsy movies shown in two halls with Dolby Stereo. Nice cafe and gallery too. ĮĮiyp.me/21067 3
skySPAce Spa & Fitness Centre accessibility
I-8, ul. Ogrodowa 17 (Andel’s Lodz) A perfect place to relax for anyone here on business, or wishing to treat themselves with ‘me time’ in pools, saunas and massage rooms. ĮĮiyp.me/62008 4
Nextbike City Bikes
accessibility
www.lodzkirowerpubliczny.pl Łódź’s City Bike is easy to sign up to and well maintained. Register and ride to your heart’s content! Bike stations are marked on our maps. ĮĮiyp.me/146957 1
A&A Dom Jubilerski
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 146 One look in A&A’s window and you’ll be blinded by the bling on display; anything picked up here will easily draw attention. Bling bling. ĮĮiyp.me/21415 2
Antykwariat Komiks
One of our favourite places to eat outdoors in the warmer months: Otwarte Drzwi.
Smack bang in the heart of Poland, Łódź has had a long association with big industry and being the city of film and cinema. It has not only revitalised these aspects of its image, but has outgrown these basic labels to become so much more. There’s a lot to be discovered here, from cutting-edge culture, astonishing gastronomy, top entertainment and stay-up-all nightlife. Exciting, but still relatively unknown, now is the time to get to know Łódź as it continues to grow culturally and economically. In print since 2006, Łódź In Your Pocket is the best source for meticulously up-to-date information on everything to see in Poland's city of film and cinema. Though it represents only a small fraction of our efforts to bring you memorable local experiences, this miniguide is meant to help you navigate the city and easily discover the best it has to offer, no matter your interests. It's time to explore.
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Sightseeing
Adult
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accessibility Leisure
Cafés
Shopping
in the know independent indispensable
J-10, ul. Piotrkowska 37 For that old book and vinyl record smell, this is the place to get your fix. A whole host of old titles await you inside. Quite unique. ĮĮiyp.me/20878 3
Folkstar
J-11, ul. Piotrkowska 70 Folkstar is full of traditional items, steeped in Polish folklore, but given a design makeover to add a modern twist. Absolutely colourful! ĮĮiyp.me/154261 4
Galeria Łódzka
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Lilou
J-9, ul. Piotrkowska 18 The best place in Łódź to buy that something extra special for him, for her, and well, for you, because you deserve it! ĮĮiyp.me/115126
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PRINT MOBILE
L-13, Al. Piłsudskiego 15/23 This modern shopping centre is filled to the brim with all of the major brands, and just a stone’s throw away from Piotrkowska Street. ĮĮiyp.me/21021 5
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What’s On in Łódź? It’s all In Your Pocket
Manufaktura Shopping Gallery
H-8, ul. Drewnowska 58 This former collection of factories is now one of PL’s best shopping and cultural complexes filled with bars, restaurants and entertainment. ĮĮiyp.me/21821 8
Pan Tu Nie Stał
K-13, ul. Piotrkowska 138/140 The range of funky goods & items on sale here includes t-shirts, posters, belts, bags, scarves & hats aimed at the young & arty hipster set. ĮĮiyp.me/115141 9
Piwoteka Shop
J-11, ul. 6 Sierpnia 1/3 Piwoteka Sklep (shop) floor-to-ceiling craft beer, the kinds you can’t find in the local pub. Where’s the harm in indulging [in moderation]. ĮĮiyp.me/90578
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