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November -- December 2023 Issue No. 78
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WARSAW — TOP FINE DINING 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51
Andrea Camastra NUTA —Warsaw International, Michelin Star
Alewino —Warsaw
WARSAW — TOP CASUAL DINING 53 54
Modern International
Baczewskich —Warsaw Modern-Classic Galician, Central European
Concept 13 —Warsaw Fine International
Diogo’s —Warsaw Fine Seafood— Portuguese
the EATERY —Warsaw Modern Polish
EPOKA —Warsaw Modern Polish
HOŻA —Warsaw Steaks, Meat, and Wine— Argentinian
KLONN —Warsaw Modern International
KUK by Maciej Majewski —Warsaw Modern Polish
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Bibi’s Cafe & Bar —Warsaw All Day Breakfast and Dining, Cocktails
Ceviche Bar —Warsaw Seafood—Latin American
Muzealna —Warsaw Modern International
Food Town & Food Town Bars —Warsaw World Cuisines Dining, Bars, Culture
Gardens by Fort —Warsaw International
Giovanni Rubino —Warsaw Italian
Let’s Nibble —Warsaw Comfort Foods, Sharing
Soul Kitchen —Warsaw European, Polish
The Spot Restaurant & Bar —Warsaw International
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Trylogia —Warsaw Polish International
The Lobster House —Warsaw Fine Seafood
WARSAW — TOP WORLD
La Luce —Warsaw Fine Modern Italian
Marconi —Warsaw International
Mokotowska 69 —Warsaw Fine Meats, Steaks, Wine
NOBU—Warsaw Fine Japanese, Fusion
NOLITA —Warsaw Modern International
San Lorenzo —Warsaw Modern Classic Italian
Stary Dom —Warsaw
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India Gate —Warsaw Regional Indian
Mezze Hummus & Falafel —Warsaw Mediterranean -Vegetarian, Vegan
Le Cedre 61 —Warsaw Authentic Lebanese
Le Cedre 84 —Warsaw Authentic Lebanese
Leila Mezze & Lounge —Warsaw Middle Eastern, Lebanese
Shuk Mezze & Bar —Warsaw Fine Mediterranean—Vegetarian, Vegan
Classic Polish
Strefa —Warsaw
WARSAW — QUICK&EASY
International
Szóstka —Warsaw Fine International
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Tagliatelle Pasta & Company Italian
TUNA —Warsaw Fine Seafood, International
U Fukiera —Warsaw
WARSAW — TOP CAFÉ
Classic Polish
Warszawska —Warsaw Modern Polish, Internationa
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Kukułka Bakery, Confectionery, Cafe
WARSAW — TOP EVENINGS 79 81
Lane’s High-end Bar
Ritual Cocktail Club Night Club, Fine Drinks, Dance Shows
KRAKOW — TOP FINE DINING 85 87 89 91 92 93 95 96 97 99
Albertina —Krakow International, Mediterranean, Seafood
Artesse —Krakow Modern Polish, International
Biała Róża —Krakow Polish, European
117 118
Kawaleria —Krakow Polish, European
Moo Moo Steak Restaurant —Krakow Steaks, Meats, Burgers, Wine
Pasta Bar —Krakow Italian
119 121
SomePlace Else —Krakow International, European
Skansen Smaku —Krakow Traditional Polish
123 Zakładka Bistro de Cracovie —Krakow French, European
124 Le Scandale —Krakow International, Bar, Cocktails
By the way —Krakow Seafood, Italian
Filipa 18 —Krakow International, Polish
Nami Beef and Reef —Krakow
KRAKOW — QUICK&EASY 125 Pimiento Shop&Bistro —Krakow Ready Foods, Products, Quick Eats
Seafood, Sushi, Meats, Grill
Gavi —Krakow Modern, International
Gaia —Krakow Modern Mediterranean
John Dory —Krakow Modern Seafood
Pod Aniołami —Krakow
KRAKOW — TOP EVENINGS 126 Budda Drink & Garden —Krakow Fine Bar
127 By the way - Wine Bar —Krakow Wine Selections, Italian, Seafood
Classic Polish
129 Hedwig’s —Krakow
Polish, Seafood, International
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100 Pod Różą —Krakow 101
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3 Rybki —Krakow
High-end Bar
Opus Lounge Bar —Krakow High-end Bar
International, European
132 Szara Bar —Krakow
Italian, Mediterranean, Fine Desserts
133 Prosecco Drink & Tapas —Krakow
103 Portobello —Krakow 104 Pimiento Argentino Grill —Krakow
Café, Fine Bar
Prosecco, Wine, Tapas
Steakhouse, European, Grill— Argentinian
105 Szara —Krakow
International, Polish, Scandinavian
107 Regale Bar & Restaurant —Krakow Modern Polish, International, European, Bar
109 Scandale Royal —Krakow
KATOWICE — TOP FINE DINING 135 Monopol —Katowice International, European, Italian Inspired
Modern Polish, International, Bar
KRAKOW — TOP CASUAL DINING 111 113
Anima —Krakow Italian
Cargo Grill & Deli —Krakow International Steakhouse, Seafood, Grill, Deli
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TOP SHOPS 137 BioBazar —Warsaw International Food Market, Ready Foods
139 FIND-Design —Warsaw 141
Interior Design & Boutique
VITKAC —Warsaw Top-End Shopping Center
143 Kobalt —Krakow
Fine Polish Ceramics
145 Pasaż 13 —Krakow World’s Top Brands
146 Dom i Kwiaty —Krakow Flowers, Décor
147 Sosenko Home Decor —Krakow Home Decor, Antiques, Art
TOP STAYS —HOTELS, RESORTS 148 149 151 153 154 155 157 158 159 161 162 163 165 167
Radisson Collection —Warsaw Radisson Blu Sobieski —Warsaw Hotel Warszawa —Warsaw Verte Warsaw Autograph Collection —Warsaw Hotel Indigo Warsaw – Nowy Świat Hotel Indigo Krakow – Old Town Bachleda Luxury Hotel —Krakow Hotel Pod Różą —Krakow Hotel Stary —Krakow Hotel Saski Curio Collection by Hilton —Krakow Donimirski Hotels —Krakow Stradom House —Krakow Hotel Monopol —Katowice Rosevia Resort & SPA —Rozewie (Polish seaside)
TOP BEAUTY & HEALTH 169 Hairmitage —Warsaw, Gdynia 171
Holistic Hair Clinic
Klinika Ambroziak —Warsaw Aesthetic Medicine
173 Longevity Center —Warsaw Health Evaluation, Treatments, Therapies
175 Nice Spa —Warsaw
Asian Massages, Treatments, Beauty Care Products
177 ConsensusMed —Krakow Aesthetic Clinic
TOP SCHOOLS 179 181 183 185 187
British Primary School of Wilanow —Warsaw International American School of Warsaw Monnet International School —Warsaw Warsaw Montessori Family International School of Krakow —Krakow Lusina
The power of Art
oil, canvas │ 165 cm × 110 cm │ 2020–2021
Carmen Tarcha Gallery5 ul. Mokotowska 59, 00-542 Warsaw info@ctgallery5.pl www.carmentarchagallery5.com +48 602 144 099
www.dtp-studio.pl
Włodzimierz Szpinger Life on ice (fragment)
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › Andrea Camastra NUTA
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ANDREA CAMASTRA One of Poland’s most talented and progressive chefs today, his accolades include a latest Michelin star for NUTA, and also previously at Senses. He is named amongst the world’s 100 Best Chefs by Le Chef and honored by the Republic of Italy as one of its most renowned culinary professionals.
7 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › Andrea Camastra NUTA Plac Trzech Krzyzy (Three Crosses Square), in Warsaw’s heart is known for the historic neoclassic church, St. Alexander’s. Today there is another divine attraction here—NUTA, the recent Michelin-star awarded culinary home of the celebrated chef Andrea Camastra! Italian-born, he perfected his natural abilities at top venues across Europe, while also earning his master’s at Oxford. As Warsaw’s good fortune would have it, he chose this city to grace with his creative genius. His inspired creations are parts of set-menus, made with the confluence of sublime artistry, techniques of molecular gastronomy, yet endowed with an artisanal wholesomeness. The name NUTA refers to his philosophy of the ‘note-by-note’ steps of flavors, metaphoric rungs which make one ascend to gastronomic heaven! There is indeed an all-enveloping harmony which one experiences with Camastra’s craft, an unsaid testimony to his ingenuity.
Andrea Camastra NUTA Plac Trzech Krzyży 10/14, Warsaw phone: +48 12 570 007 772 info@nuta.com.pl
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9 TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › ALEWINO Alewino’s history began as a wine shop known for its focus on smaller, younger, talented winemakers with proven quality. Owners Kasia Blonska and Tomasz Czudowski soon expanded that vision to include gastronomy with the same equation; Chef Daniel Uliczny leads the young talent in the kitchen, while sommelier Damian Zakrzewski advises on the selection of wines. Alewino stands as an example of an unwavering culinary merit, emulated by others as it is now considered the go-to place where the combined expectations of the best wine, delicious food, perfect service, and a relaxed yet sophisticated ambiance are met on all levels. This distinctive amalgamation of outstanding culinary compositions, seasonally varied, along with wine from a stellar selection of over 250 labels, makes reservations at Alewino all but essential. In its lovely courtyard, one surely avails of the most pleasant dining experience!
ALEWINO Mokotowska 48, Warsaw phone: +48 22 628 38 30 I IG & FB @alewino.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › BACZEWSKICH
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A full range of excellent breakfast is served daily: Mon to Fri, 8 to 11.45; Sat-Sun, 9 to 11.45. Unique events can be organized within the restaurant as well as in the surrounding garden. Family Sundays, where families and friends can spend time in a festive environment.
11 TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › BACZEWSKICH Baczewskich is located within a NeoRenaissance palace in the center of Warsaw; built in 1895 it was one of the few buildings that survived the Second World War. The restaurant is the younger sibling of Baczewskich in multicultural Lviv in Ukraine and harkens back to the nostalgia of merriment that prevailed in the 1920s and 30s. Chef Dmitriy ‘Dima’ Babak, brings his immense experience in crafting a menu that bridges the modern with its traditional roots in Galician cuisine. For example, the trout tartare served on guacamole with salmon caviar reflects the contemporary, while chicken Kyiv with truffle puree imbibes more tradition! The ethos here is that of feasting and fun, in the environment of an ‘event’ with piano and music, well-attired service, and drinks! A sophisticated wine list of course, as well as cocktails, classic liquors, and original tinctures made in-house, are all served joyously. A true delight!
Dmitriy ‘Dima’ Babak
BACZEWSKICH Aleja Jana Chrystiana Szucha 17/19, Warsaw phone: +48 888 522 668 baczewskich.rest
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › CONCEPT 13
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13 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › CONCEPT 13 Restaurant Concept 13 is located on the 5th floor within VITKAC, the splendidly designed shopping landmark in Warsaw’s center. With Chef Rabie Abed Alsalm at the helm, it is doing as much for the advancement of the city’s gastronomic credentials, as the premises that it is in, is doing for the world of high-fashion and style! Sophisticated interiors define its cutting-edge, contemporary intentions, and reflect on the place’s culinary direction. Here is a modern international menu suffused with elements of fusion that makes its gastronomic idea interestingly well-rounded and complete. An open kitchen is at its core, from which emanates impressive preparations such as the fish soup with seafood and coriander; or the grilled octopus with tataki sauce. There is the menu of the day, and an extensive wine list of course. The summer terrace with its panoramic views, indeed makes this a very special venue, once only imaginable!
CONCEPT 13 Bracka 9, Warsaw phone: +48 22 310 73 73 www.vitkac.com
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › DIOGO’S
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15 TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › DIOGO’S
Portuguese seafood restaurant DioGo’s is first and foremost a love story! Chef Diogo, who hails from Portugal, met his future wife Gosia, who’s from Poland, during his many travels working with top chefs and restaurants perfecting his craft. They discovered their shared passion for seafood, for Portuguese gastronomy, fell in love, and the rest is history! It was wWarsaw’s good fortune that they chose this city for their ‘culinary lovechild’ to be born, aptly called DioGo’s! Here, most everything is flown-in several times a week from Portugal to the delight of those seeking fresh fish, seafood, and meats— crab, oysters, clams, lobsters, fish, shrimp, and more. Portuguese techniques, the use of fresh, never-frozen ingredients, and the charcoal grill, are how DioGo’s delicious flavors are derived. The couple’s generosity, the bonhomie, the congenial staff, and of course fine wine, all define its pure experience!
Diogo and Gosia
DIOGO’S RESTAURANT Wiertnicza 96, Warsaw phone: +48 517 356 100 restauracja@diogos.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › the EATERY
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AGNIESZKA DUBAS, MARCIN MAZUR Partners in life, they are the visionaries behind the EATERY
17 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › the EATERY This innovative restaurant in Warsaw’s center, the EATERY, has garnered a reputation for the reimagining of traditional Polish home-cooking into its modern presentations. The adherence to creating everything in its kitchen is one reason why the quality is stellar. Much demanded by guests, as examples, are the onion flatbread with onions, poppy seeds, and salt; or the slow cooked ribs, for over eight hours in dark beer, topped with honey glaze! The menu pairs well with the natural wines and artisanal beers on the list. This remarkable venue is a consequence of the creative energies of hotelier-restaurateur Marcin Mazur and Agnieszka Dubas, fashion stylist and the EATERY’s interior designer! The internal space, with rattan and marble, with each element custom-designed, with music and film as part of the decor, serves to meditate one’s mind on the artful composition of the plate. An outstanding experience!
the EATERY Koszykowa 49a, Warsaw phone: +48 696 364 544 IG @theeaterywarsaw
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › EPOKA
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MARCIN PRZYBYSZ Inspired by Polish history and the richness of the seasons, he is a culinary visionary!
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EPOKA, under Chef Marcin Przybysz, has received Michelin’s 2023 recommendation and has been enumerated by the prestigious La Liste as amongst the top 1000 restaurants in the world! Located within the landmark Hotel Europejski, a historical setting home to brands such as Raffles, Hermès, Patek Philippe, EPOKA has achieved brand stardom too in the gastronomic arena! The confluence here is of historical Polish cuisine in modern interpretations, with an emphasis on sustainability— fresh products from local suppliers and zero food waste! Chef Przybysz’s two tasting menus are thus epochs-based, culinary episodes titled History and Short History. His culinary creativity is a bridge connecting the old with the new; each course a discovery, a modern interpretation of a recipe from the old reaches of Poland’s kitchen history. This sublime union of the epochal and the contemporary has indeed made EPOKA the success it has come to be!
EPOKA RESTAURANT Ossolińskich 3, Warsaw phone: +48 666 115 566 https://epoka.restaurant/
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › HOŻA
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21 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › HOŻA
For over a decade HOZA remains one of the city’s top Argentinian-inspired steakhouses, now under owner Lukasz Stachura’s direction. Located in a building which dates to 1900, its exposed brick walls, unique art and antiques reflect a sophisticated yet cozy ambience. Chef Karol Dabrowski is at the restaurant’s culinary helm, his 15-year experience ensuring the high quality of the kitchen’s output. The Argentinean-Latin thrust in the menu is evident; the beef or provolone stuffed empanadas, the parrillada with its varied mix of meats, and the paella with prawn, octopus, and squid, are all excellent, complemented by wine selected from the over 150 titles stocked in the cellar. Dining within the orangery, in its delightful private room which seats 10, or in the large summer garden in the courtyard, this is an outstanding venue where professional service and positive energy makes it all so delightful!
HOŻA Hoża 25 A, Warsaw phone: +48 515 037 001 www.steakhousehoza.pl
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TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › KLONN
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The inimitable Miroslaw Nizio! Restaurateur, artist, designer, owner of KLONN and renowned design firm, Nizio Design International.
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Monday closed Tue to Fri, 5 pm to 10 pm Sat, 12 noon to 10 pm Sun, 12 noon to 8 pm
The inimitable Miroslaw Nizio! Architect, patron of culture, restaurateur, he runs the architectural firm Nizio Design International, as well as the gallery and foundation which support artists, showcase socially engaged art, and organize cultural activities.
A phenomenon such as KLONN arises when evolved forces come together. Here, these are the talented teams of chefs in the kitchen and of its sommeliers, and owner Miroslaw Nizio (who also heads architectural studio Nizio Design). The picturesque greens of Ujazdowski Castle in central Warsaw add much to this venue’s refined elegance with its minimalist design, antiques, and baroque art. The difference with the finest seasonal vegetables, seafood, fish, and meats, sourced from local producers and importers, is evident in flavorful dishes such as octopus with spaghetti, sepia, mussels, and nduja. KLONN’s fine sommeliers expertly guide the table’s wine selection; natural labels in the restaurant’s extensive collection further enhance the amalgamation here of nature, décor, gastronomy, and hospitality. Indeed, a special place for parties, business meetings, and time well-spent with loved ones!
KLONN Jazdów 1B, Warsaw phone: +48 22 100 63 63 Instagram.com/klonn.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › KUK
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MACIEJ MAJEWSKI His sophisticated haute-cuisine approach elevates local cuisine into delightful compositions!
25 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › KUK Chef Maciej Majewski has carved a niche for himself; his philosophy emphasizes a refined palette of flavors, the freshness of ingredients, and palpable creativity served in delightful compositions. At the elegant KUK, healthful products from trusted sources are pillared upon the inspiration from regular, local dishes, combining further with Maciej’s artistry of having “fun with form and content.” What emerges with his sophisticated haute-cuisine approach are unique, elevated interpretations. His differentiation is further evident in the structure of the menu with its two sections titled simply, “I like it salty” and “I like it sweet.” The style here is neo-bistro, where the motto of ‘eat-taste-share’ bestows an air of informality. The preference here at KUK is for families and friends to celebrate, to relax and take their own time in a backdrop of fine interiors, great service, and outstanding culinary enterprise!
KUK RESTAURANT BY MACIEJ MAJEWSKI Miodowa 6/8, Warsaw phone: +48 511 464 645 www.hotelverte.com/kuk
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › THE LOBSTER HOUSE
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Located on the prestigious Royal Route in the very heart of Warsaw, The Lobster House, as its name suggests, specializes in seafood. With its revolutionary approach to sustainable procurement, the freshest lobster, crab, oysters, mussels, clams, and much more are brought in daily from the restaurant’s own marine aquariums. In its modern interior (and a lovely terrace when the weather permits), Chef Marcin Legat serves a delectable menu; his passion for combining tradition with innovation has solidified the restaurant’s reputation as one of the premier seafood restaurants in the country. The menu also includes must-haves such as the lobster bisque; the oriental soup with baked lobster and coconut milk, scallops with spicy sauce and wakame; Scottish crab with homemade fries; and quality meat ensembles served as well. With attentive, informed service, and a wide array of wine and champagne from the world’s best producers, this outstanding venue delivers complete culinary joy!
THE LOBSTER HOUSE Królewska 2, Warsaw phone: +48 731 000 847 lobsterhouse.pl
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Service hours: Mon thru Thu, 11 am to 11 pm Fri thru Sun, 11 am to 12 midnight
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › LA LUCE
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The incredible Stracciatella!
The succulent grilled octopus
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La Luce has indeed come to be that shining light in the heart of Warsaw! Here, a serious gastronomic thrust by Chef Wojciech Swiesiulski has helped illustrate Italian dining with its higher, more modern possibilities. A sophisticated menu showcases evolved dishes from what is a regionally diverse cuisine. Few examples that highlight the culinary merit include the much-ordered stracciatella, with the finest Italian tomatoes, basil and almonds; the misto maro, or the mixed grilled seafood with prawns and squid with nduja and fennel; the pasta orecchiette with truffle and parmigiano; and the tagliata di manzo, where the beef is evenly seared. This is a place which impresses not only with the excellence from its kitchen, but also with the juxtaposition of impeccable service— the deep knowledge of the menu, of which wine goes best, and the pervading passion to please with an elegant, cultured approach. Always memorable!
Wojciech Swiesiulski
LA LUCE Poznańska 37, Warsaw phone: +48 577 711 811 www.laluce.com.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › MARCONI
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Marconi, located within Hotel Bristol, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Warsaw, in the heart of the city, offers a relaxed yet sophisticated dining experience. Executive Chef Kamil Jablonski has created an exhilarating, modern menu which emphasizes the finest seasonal produce sourced from local, trusted purveyors. The advisor presently to the kitchen is Poland’s much-loved TV celebrity Robert Maklowicz, known for his culinary travel shows! This globe-traverser and food appreciator will contribute towards creating veritable gastronomic journeys across Europe’s different destinations! On the first Sunday of each month, the not-to-be-missed event at Marconi is the Sunday Brunch; it offers a hot and cold buffet, oysters, caviar, live cooking stations, desserts, and beverages of all varieties. This landmark restaurant is indeed a great setting for casual gatherings, romantic dinners, and even formal business meetings!
MARCONI RESTAURANT AT HOTEL BRISTOL Krakowskie Przedmieście 42/44, Warsaw phone: +48 22 551 18 32 www.restauracjamarconi.pl
TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW ›MARCONI
Open daily 6.30 am to 10.30 pm, breakfast thru dinner Sunday Brunch, on first Sunday of the month, 1 to 5 pm Advisor to the kitchen, Robert Maklowicz
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › MOKOTOWSKA 69
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33 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › MOKOTOWSKA 69
Mokotowska 69, located in Warsaw’s center, offers an experience which emphasizes excellence. It is founded by Andrzej Rudnicki-Sipayllo, whose culinary background stretches over forty years including having worked at New York’s finest steakhouses; evident in the place’s immaculate atmosphere, impeccable service, and of course food and wine of the highest caliber. Only quality meats such as American black dollar Angus and the highest-rated Japanese Tajima Gyu, are offered amongst others. Besides fine seafood on the menu, there are seasonal dishes derived from Polish cuisine as well; a modern twist is the Masurian catfish sauteed with horseradish and paradise apples. The restaurant is widely known for its excellent wine selection, having gathered its unique bottles from specialist producers from around the globe. And the staff, having worked here continuously over the years, are well accustomed to the art of top-notch service; all this making Mokotowska 69 a must-have experience!
MOKOTOWSKA 69 Mokotowska 69, Warsaw phone: +48 22 6287384 www. mokotowska69.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › NOBU
34 Service hours: breakfast, Mon thru Fri, 7 to 10.30 am, Sat-Sun 7 to 11 am lunch, daily, 12 to 5 pm dinner, daily, 6 to 11 pm Sakebar by Nobu (it hosts Afternoon Tea ceremonies, art exhibition and private events) Tue thru Thu, 6 pm to 12 midnight, Fri-Sat, 6 pm to 2 am
Toro Tartare with Wasabi Soy— one of the many excellent creations on Nobu's menu!
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The legend behind the creation of Nobu— Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa!
Nobu Restaurant located in the heart of the city within the landmark Nobu Hotel Warsaw, elicits many glowing superlatives— ethereal, unsurpassed elegance, culinary refinement, celebrity origins, amongst many others! Defined by the vision of Master Chef Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa, his globally acclaimed ‘New Style’ approach combines authentic Japanese, South American influences and the use of only the finest ingredients to produce works of gastronomic art. Its delightful classic standards such as Yellowtail sashimi with jalapeño, and Black Cod with miso, appear together with locally authored recipes using regionally sourced ingredients. And exclusive sake and creative cocktails add their own enticing benefit! Nobu’s intimate dining space with its two private areas, the Sushi Bar and Nobu Bar all come together in perfect harmony contributing a sense of innate relaxation to a level of dining that is beyond compare! NOBU WARSAW Wilcza 73, Warsaw phone: +48 22 551 88 00 warsaw.nobuhotels.com dine-warsaw@nobuhotels.com
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › NOLITA
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JACEK GROCHOWINA His inspiring, yet always gentle presence at Nolita has made it the landmark it is!
37 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › NOLITA The name Jacek Grochowina has become synonymous with topmost culinary credentials. Indeed, this star chef’s modern venue, NOLITA, has become a standard bearer for what fine dining in its highest forms should be. This gastronomic juggernaut is a reflection in Warsaw of similar inspiring culinary landmarks in Manhattan’s same-named neighborhood where traditions and modernity have combined! With his history that includes working at the Ritz in London, this internationally awarded chef has carved out his own amazing niche; in NOLITA’s graceful modern setting his menu surpasses with profound creativity. Seasons play an immense role as do the trusted sources of his products and ingredients. The menu’s creative excellence is exemplified by starters such as the grilled octopus with teriyaki, wasabi, creamy potatoes; and by main courses such as the wild turbot fillet with summer truffle and zucchini flower. Simply outstanding!
Partridge, black trumpets, cabbage
NOLITA Wilcza 46, Warsaw phone: +48 22 292 04 24 www.nolita.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › SAN LORENZO
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39 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › SAN LORENZO Ristorante San Lorenzo, ever since opening its doors in 2000, has become the standard bearer of fine Tuscan cuisine in the city. Spread over two majestic floors with tables dressed in crisp white and frescoes adorning the walls, the image here conveys the place’s seriousness. Chef Luca Dolfi, a Tuscan native, has for over 15 years brought his creative experience to bear with remarkable consistency; this comes alive in a menu that is close to traditions, one that uses the finest ingredients, and which is then served with stateliness. The culinary celebration here is evident in items such as the salad with steamed shrimp and fresh arugula; the ravioli with sea bass stuffing; and the grilled Steak Florentine, served with baked potatoes, and flavored with rosemary. Outstanding desserts and an extensive wine list complete the equation, ensuring San Lorenzo’s place amongst the top in fine dining!
SAN LORENZO Al. Jana Pawła II 36, Warsaw phone: +48 22 652 16 16 www.sanlorenzo.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › STARY DOM
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41 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › STARY DOM Stary Dom, or the Old House, is within a premises which has been serving food for over 80 years! This landmark harkens to the finest traditions of Polish cuisine and the culture’s welcoming ways. Within its elegant spaciousness, guests are waited upon by a staff with the manners of old Europe. The interiors are a feast for the eyes with high ceilings, wood paneling, and furniture that straddles the rustic with the elegant. Smiling chefs ceremoniously prepare items such as beef tartare, table-side on trolleys, much to the delight of guests. As further examples, Polish ‘ravioli’, or pierogi, such as with veal, cabbage and mushrooms, goat cheese, and cottage cheese and potatoes; Zurek, the sourdough-based soup; the oven-baked succulent duck; and the venison braised in red wine sauce served with Silesian dumplings and pan-fried beetroot, are all simply outstanding. This is indeed the place to savor the best of Polish high cuisine!
STARY DOM Puławska 104/106, Warsaw phone: +48 22 646 42 08 www.restauracjastarydom.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › STREFA
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43 TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › STREFA Restaurant Strefa is in a part of Warsaw’s center known for its rich and varied history. Here within a faithfully restored pre-war building on the corner of Prozna Street and Grzybowski Square, Strefa has achieved star status within the culinary landscape of this city. Chef Grzegorz Marona has crafted a menu where modern culinary trends blend with traditional recipes. His compositions include elements of cuisines from other parts of the world, imbibed with Polish accents. The focus is also on the origin and quality of ingredients, and on the harmony of presentation. The rich wine list of over 100 labels has been prepared by the best sommeliers to match the menu. The well stocked bar is a repository, as well, for other fine drinks, excellent cognacs, single malt whiskeys, and highquality vodkas. All this, and of course fine service, makes Strefa’s exceptional culinary excellence even better!
STREFA Próżna 9, Warsaw phone: +48 22 255 08 50 www.restauracjastrefa.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › SZÓSTKA
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45 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › SZÓSTKA
Szóstka, graces one with culinary creativity from its vantage atop the 6th floor of the landmark Hotel Warszawa. The urban panorama from here above is an apt metaphor for what Chef Dariusz Barański has done for dining; elevating it qualitatively to new heights! The large, open kitchen bestows a theatrical feel; the visible preparation of each dish always ending on a high note with relish and appreciation! The emphasis is on simplicity and quality, and on the careful selection of ingredients. The marinated turnips with bluefin tuna, citrus salad and truffle ponzu; or the tenderloin with ginger and roasted sesame, are examples where the naturalness of the ingredients flows through. This is modern cooking at its finest, where fine food is cast in matching, sophisticated interiors. With a superlative wine collection, and a friendly and informed staff, this is a culinary venue that is truly outstanding!
SZÓSTKA
Plac Powstańców 9, Warsaw phone: +48 22 470 03 51 hotel.com.pl/en/szostka-restaurant
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW› TUNA
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In 2013 when Martin Gimenez Castro stood atop the winner’s podium at Top Chef, little could he have imagined that a decade later he would once again be at the peak with his venue, Tuna. His compelling vision for it propelled award-winning designer David Racchi to become a contributor to its creation. The result— an interior which conveys an elegant, sublime dignity; the fish-scale motif on the walls intelligently connecting to the marine leanings of the kitchen. This is amongst the finest fish and seafood fare, but Martin’s equal mission is the emphasis on origins, and the merits of sustainability. The discovery of new flavors, textures, and stand-out culinary creativity goes together with conveying his ‘as-little-waste-as-possible’ utilization of the fish and seafood. This evolved approach is Martin’s grateful prayer to Mother Earth; She, in return, has blessed him and Tuna with remarkable success!
TUNA Elektryczna 2, Warsaw phone: +48 22 876 12 46 www.tuna-restaurant.pl
47 TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW› TUNA à la carte tasting menu with wine and spirits pairing lunch, Mon thru Fri, 12 to 3
MARTIN GIMENEZ CASTRO Besides his culinary excellence with Tuna and Ceviche Bar, he is an ambassador of the Marine Stewardship Council in Poland; he has contributed in setting standards for sustainable fishing, and towards the philosophy of minimal waste.
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › U FUKIERA
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49 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › U FUKIERA U Fukiera, located in Warsaw’s Old Town, has one of Poland’s top culinary celebrities, Magda Gessler, behind its creation. Over three decades ago Ms. Gessler had a vision to create this special place, to present to visitors from all over the globe the best in Poland’s remarkable culinary traditions. Her signature is everywhere— in the flower-decked interiors, in the rich blend of traditional furniture and colorful tapestry, and of course in the finest traditional Polish cuisine served in refined elegance. So much of the menu here comprises what Ms. Gessler learned from her beloved grandmother; she was a treasure trove of authentic recipes! The focus on quality here is unbending; ingredients are brought in fresh, daily from local markets. U Fukiera is indeed considered a culinary institution, having imparted so much dining joy over the years to countless guests including visiting dignitaries and celebrities!
U FUKIERA Rynek Starego Miasta 27, Warsaw phone: +48 22 831 10 13 www.ufukiera.pl
TOP FINE DINING › WARSAW › WARSZAWSKA
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51 TOP FINE DINING ›WARSAW › WARSZAWSKA Restaurant Warszawska located within the Hotel Warszawa conveys its ‘special-ness’ with its large open glass kitchen, and its expansive modern space that is such a unique characteristic of it. This is an apt home where standards of Polish cuisine are enhanced by Chef Dariusz Barański’s skills. While they still emerge named as the classic beef tartare; or dumplings with potatoes, with wild garlic and gravy; or the slow-roasted sea bass with hollandaise sauce, the difference lies in their making. Only local, organic, seasonal products are used, derived from trusted, regional suppliers. Cold meats are cured in its own smokehouse on premises, cheese is made with traditional methods, the bread baked from organic grains, and even the ice cream made from natural milk. Great for lunch and dinner, breakfast is served as well with fresh fruit and vegetable juice always served. Polish hospitality at its true best!
WARSZAWSKA
Plac Powstańców 9, Warsaw phone: +48 22 470 03 42 hotel.com.pl/en/warszawska-restaurant
TOP CASUAL › WARSAW › BIBI’S CAFE & BAR
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MARTA MOTZ, FOUNDER AT BIBI’S In her words “Bibi's Cafe & Bar is a new place created with a passion for feeling good, inside out. Healthy cooking, focused on vegetables with a twist of fun for the evening, a curated cocktail list that will surprise. We offer a rotating menu, guest-focused service, and fresh ingredients, Bibi’s is a spot for people and about people. Come meet Bibi - every day from morning until late!"
53 TOP CASUAL › WARSAW ›BIBI’S CAFE & BAR
If a new evolved equation of casual going out to eat and have fun is being sought, Bibi’s Cafe & Bar located at the landmark Norblin Factory, might very well be the answer! Created with a passion for making all who come here feel truly good and spirited, its all-day-long approach allows one to avail breakfast at any hour, alongside other healthful foods that are the best from Mother Nature— organic eggs prepared in myriad ways, salads, seasonal vegetables in forms such as grilled cauliflower with peanut puree, pancakes with fresh berries, and delicious, fresh bread from the neighboring baker. Bibi wakes one up with the aroma of excellent coffee in the morning, refreshes with freshly squeezed juices during the day, and thrills with curated cocktails in the evenings—the drinks too proclaim healthful compositions! This is indeed Warsaw’s new spot for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, where customers are a lot more like friends and family!
BIBI’S CAFE & BAR Norblin Factory Żelazna 51/53 , Warsaw www.instagram.com/bibis_cafebar
TOP CASUAL › WARSAW › CEVICHE BAR
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When celebrated Chef Martin Gimenez Castro, who hails from Argentina, puts his heart into an idea, what turns out is top notch! His culinary learnings from across Latin America and Florida, and his zeal to share, have given Warsaw a unique treasure of flavors at his popular Ceviche Bar. The underlying foundation here is his authored fusion of influences including Nikkei, or Peruvian-Japanese, Central American, Asian, as well as Mediterranean. The menu’s mainstay, of course, are the types of ceviche, which is raw fish and seafood cured in citrus juices, flavored with cilantro, spiced with onion and chilli. Further inspired innovations include the tuna tartare with Macha sauce and coriander aioli; the empanadas stuffed with shrimp and mozzarella; and the tacos with Cajun salmon. With an outstanding bar offering exhilarating cocktails, and live music in the evenings, Ceviche deserves its many ovations!
CEVICHE BAR Twarda 4, Warsaw phone: +48 22 304 94 02 www.cevichebar.pl
55 TOP CASUAL › WARSAW › MUZEALNA Restaurant Muzealna, the younger sibling of the immensely successful Alewino, owes its name to the National Museum in Warsaw in which it is located. Built in 1935, in Modernist style, by a then new generation of Polish designers, the museum includes over 800,000 works of Polish and European art and applied design. Interesting parallels can be drawn with Muzealna! Here, at its helm is inspired Chef Przemysław Suska. It can be said that his work is art in culinary form, modern in its inclination, yet derived from the traditions of Polish and European roots; his creative materials being the seasonal produce from local, regional farmers. His top-class ‘artistry’ is enhanced further with sommelier Damian Zakrzewski’s expertise who uses wine derived from nature-abiding vineyards in Poland, and in Central and Eastern Europe. A class-act on all fronts, this is true gastronomy in the company of fine art!
MUZEALNA Aleje Jerozolimskie 3, Warsaw phone: +48 883 303 333 IG & FB @restauracja_muzealna
TOP CASUAL › WARSAW ›FOOD TOWN
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Fabryka Norblina (Norblin Factory), the restored landmark and reformulated 200-year-old industrial complex in the center of Warsaw, is within where the impressive Food Town mesmerizes as a culinary center, a top evening venue, and a cultural and social hotspot. This unique space entertains and imparts a sense of freedom with all its possibilities; there is something for everyone under its one vast roof! Here, where history connects with the contemporary, 24 unique gastronomic concepts from around the world, as well as 5 distinctly unique bars provide the backdrop for an environment like no other. All corners of the globe are addressed for the incredible food choices— from Asia, to Europe, to Latin America! And as one of the largest spaces of its type in Poland, the attractions here are enhanced by popular contemporary musical artists bringing rare performances to the Norblin stage. Indeed, a must visit whilst in Warsaw!
FOOD TOWN & FOOD TOWN BARS Norblin Factory, Żelazna 51/53 , Warsaw www.foodtown.pl www.instagram.com/foodtown.pl/
TOP CASUAL › WARSAW › GARDENS BY FORT
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59 TOP CASUAL ›WARSAW › GARDENS BY FORT Warsaw’s historic Fort Mokotów attracts many with its splendid lifestyle-oriented offerings. Gardens by Fort, a culinary gem, is at the very center of these lushgreen environs; its colorfully lit garden, and brick-walled interiors exuding an extraordinary atmosphere. The menu here encompasses modern culinary ideals of freshness and source of ingredients, with a thrust on methods of preparation. This is evident in appetizers such as the beef tenderloin tartare, or in main compositions such as the duck served with clementine, orange emulsion, baked carrot, and a forest fruits sauce! Succulent steaks from the wood-fired grill, Italian elements such as the tagliatelle with seafood, or the risotto with wild mushrooms, Jerusalem artichoke and chives— all contribute to making the menu truly comprehensive. For dessert, the unique, orange-flavored Crème brulée is delightful. A wonderful venue for business meetings, or for a relaxing time spent with family and friends!
GARDENS BY FORT Racławicka 99, Warsaw phone:+48 609 755 247 www.gardensbyfort.pl
TOP CASUAL › WARSAW › GIOVANNI RUBINO
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Serving guests for over 33 years! Giovanni Rubino is in the heart of Warsaw, located across from the Presidential Palace. This culinary gem has been serving quality Italian since 1990, for over 30 years! Its long history is testament to its founder, Jan Smereczyński, whose reputation as an exceptional host is evident in the place’s warm hospitality. Original Italian recipes, homemade sauces, and the finest quality ingredients come together in its open kitchen, probably the firstever in Warsaw, and emerge as dishes which thrill the palate— from salads and appetizers, to elaborate main courses, pizza, and desserts. The selection of wine is thoughtfully curated, the staff well-informed to recommend the best pairings. With its charming terrace, perfect for al fresco, a gathering of friends over a relaxing lunch or romantic dinner is always special. This rendezvous with Italy’s delights is not to be missed at Giovanni Rubino, where Jan welcomes all!
Jan with his daughter Julia
GIOVANNI RUBINO Krakowskie Przedmieście 37, Warsaw phone: +48 22 826 27 88 www.giovanni.pl
TOP CASUAL › WARSAW › LET’S NIBBLE
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63 TOP CASUAL › WARSAW ›LET’S NIBBLE Let’s Nibble-Time to Share, describes much by its name! This innovative venue, located at the landmark Norblin Factory, is where modern interpretations of the world’s comfort foods are presented in ways that emphasize a creative novelty— the idea of friends being together over great food, always better when shared, with the enhancing confluence of wine to underline the social experience! Created with ingredients sourced from trusted suppliers, items on the menus are served in forms to be shared and indeed nibbled on. Dishes such as the Padrón stuffed peppers, bao buns, beef bourguignon, or the Moroccan inspired tagine with yam and chickpeas, are indicative of the kitchen’s global span. For those desirous of experiencing foodsharing whilst discovering the passions and challenges driving the kitchen’s chefs, the more personal Chef’s Table, every Tuesday, offers a special 5-course menu, also in a vegetarian version. A wonderful concept!
LET’S NIBBLE Norblin Factory, Żelazna 51/53 , Warsaw www. letsnibble.pl www.instagram.com/nibble_fabrykanorblina fkanorblina.plwww
TOP TOPFINE CASUAL DINING › WARSAW › WARSAW › SOUL › STARY KITCHEN DOM
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65 TOP CASUAL ›WARSAW › SOUL KITCHEN The term ‘hidden gem’ is usually used for a spectacular place, known but only to those who seek excellence. This is true of Soul Kitchen, a restaurant with many rich attributes. This is where a classic, sophisticated, and wholesome menu is served, European-International in its inclination. Culinary passion is evident as natural flavors are brought to the fore, not drowned out by superfluous embellishments, possible only when the ingredients used are top-notch, seasonal, and sourced responsibly. A dish such as the Beef Wellington made with Polish beef tenderloin, served alongside portobello with truffle, spinach, and demi-glace sauce is an example of a diligent no-short-cuts approach. How the smallest touch impacts the overall, is the thought that guides the talented team in the kitchen. With classic interiors that exude warmth, made even more welcoming by a caring staff, this place is truly blissful for one’s soul!
SOUL KITCHEN Nowogrodzka 18a, Warsaw phone: +48 519 020 888 www.soulkitchen.pl
TOP CASUAL › WARSAW › THE SPOT RESTAURANT & BAR
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The Spot Restaurant & Bar, located in the heart of Warsaw within the Radisson Collection Hotel, lives up to its name as indeed “the spot” for an exceptional culinary experience. This casual-dining venue offers a dynamic seasonal menu that takes the best from Polish and International cuisines and enhances these with the interpretations of the Chef and his team. This has yielded special delights that are truly original, relished by the wide spectrum of guests that converge here from all over the globe. The restaurant’s open and stylish atmosphere blends seamlessly with the sophisticated lounge bar. An array of cocktails is available, besides a wide choice of alcohols, whiskeys, and warm and cold beverages. During the warmer months there is a welcoming outdoor terrace where one can enjoy their meals and happily extend evenings late into the night. A true, top spot!
THE SPOT RESTAURANT & BAR Grzybowska 24, Warsaw phone: +48 22 321 88 88 www.radissonhotels.com
67 TOP CASUAL › WARSAW ›TRYLOGIA Trylogia, located within the Radisson Sobieski in central Warsaw, offers a “trilogy” of great food, an elegant, stylish ambience, and an outstanding bar. The mantra here is versatility, great for those who appreciate variety. The menu offers a global span of international inspired favorites alongside interpretations and standards of Polish cuisine. The focus in the kitchen is the use of the finest ingredients, sourced regionally as much as possible. A must-try is the traditional Polish sour rye soup with white sausage and boiled egg, as is the delicious duck stuffed ravioli with confit duck ragout, mushrooms, parmesan and gremolata. A prominent center of attraction at Trylogia is its bar which serves an impressive list of cocktails, wine, prosecco and champagne, as well a range of whiskeys, cognacs, and the like. With excellent, attentive service, an outstanding time at Trylogia is guaranteed!
TRYLOGIA Plac Zawiszy 1, Warsaw phone: +48 22 579 10 00 radissonhotels.com
TOP WORLD › WARSAW › INDIA GATE
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Those that might mistakenly believe that getting to know India’s cuisine is a quick affair, will soon learn that its immense diversity and vastness puts that beyond even multiple lifetimes! Restaurant India Gate offers another way. Here in Warsaw’s center, its dynamic, curated menu showcases dishes that saliently define their particular regions. The extensive choice ensures that there’s something for everyone; sharing is customary and helps further in the learning of what’s what! The outstanding chicken tikka masawla provides a glimpse of Delhi and the Punjab; the mutton biryani of Hyderabad; the palak paneer of the gangetic plains; and of southern india, nothing better than the versatile masala dosa— incredibly healthy, made with the fermented batter of rice and lentil. With its spacious, modern interior always full of bustle, a full bar and outstanding service, India Gate is always a wonderful choice!
INDIA GATE Al. Jerozolimskie 89, Warsaw phone: +48 722 785 533 www.indiagate.pl
69 TOP WORLD› WARSAW › MEZZE MEZZE is in a part of Warsaw known for its mansions and leafy parks. This restaurant has made a permanent mark in the hearts of those that come back here time after time, addicted to the supreme preparations served at this vegetarian eatery. The second part of its name is, Hummus and Falafel, reflects the panoply of Israeli and Levantine delicacies on the menu. The intent here is to always lead with quality; this in turn has made MEZZE into a sought-after venue where Ambassadors of countries dine next to mommy and her kids, all enjoying themselves with the same degree of relish! While largely vegetarian, eggs are used, so the shakshuka which can be had here with eggplant, can also be had in its original form with poached eggs in a simmering tomato sauce. Freshly made falafel, salads with succulent vegetables, friendly service, good drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere efine the MEZZE experience, always!
MEZZE HUMMUS & FALAFEL Różana 1, Warsaw phone: +48 662 987 617 www.mezze.com.pl
TOP WORLD › WARSAW › LE CEDRE 61
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Le Cedre 61 has achieved an enviable reputation over its 25 years. This Lebanese restaurant of high repute in Warsaw owes its success and longevity to culinary traditions and its importance to genuine hospitality. The salient fact about Lebanese cuisine is that it is truly Mediterranean, with an emphasis on its evolved culinary traditions, focus on preparation and on fresh ingredients, and a diversity of flavors— parsley, lemon, and mint to mention a few. With its large collection of Lebanese wines, original interior design, a friendly service staff that imparts a sense of deep welcome and attention, and Arabic music in the background, Le Cedre 61 offers a virtual excursion to the resort country of Lebanon! What matters here ultimately is that the food is top in its composition, immensely healthful and refreshing, and served in a traditional setting which completes this Lebanese experience.
LE CEDRE 61 Solidarności 61, Warsaw phone: +48 22 670 11 66 www.lecedre.pl
71 TOP WORLD ›WARSAW › LE CEDRE 84 Le Cedre 84 is the younger sibling of Le Cedre 61 (opposite page) which has celebrated being in operation for over 25 years! Mediterranean cuisine delights and refreshes with its healthful ingredients, the menu here as well is replete with Lebanese classics such as the outstanding Kafta Harra, or the grilled spicy minced lamb on a skewer, and an array of cold and warm appetizers or mezze. This fine dining venue is a favorite place for the city’s corporate bigwigs discussing business over lunch, or for dinner and partying together with family and friends! Lebanese cuisine is indeed a symbol of its people’s hospitality, a belief that nothing strengthens the human bond more than eating together. With Lebanese wines on the menu, ingredients flown in from Lebanon, Le Cedre 84 is a class act through and through. A special mention must be made of the friendly service staff that impart a sense of deep welcome to every guest!
Belly Dancing at Le Cedre! Friday at 7 pm at Le Cedre 84 Saturday at 7 pm at Le Cedre 61
KUCHNIA LE CEDRE 84
Solidarności 84, Warsaw phone: +48 22 618 89 99 www.lecedre.pl
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73 TOP WORLD ›WARSAW ›LEILA The passion at Leila Mezze & Lounge is evident on many levels; for the traditional Middle Eastern cuisine it specializes in, for the social aspects around the table, and in its genuine welcoming of guests. Chef Ahmad who hails from Jordan has the perfect hand for his region’s fine culinary creations such as hummus, falafel, mutabal, or shakshuka, poached eggs in simmering tomato sauce. The portrait on the wall is that of the mythical Princess Leila; as imagination has it, she served her guests in a manner they could sample the immense delicacies from her lands— zaaluk from Morocco, bamia from Egypt, bohari from Saudi Arabia, tabouleh from Lebanon and Syria, kybba, from Iraq, and much more—thus, the ritual of Mezze was born! In the evenings, the ambiance transforms into a cozy dimly lit lounge, with a live DJ, and on weekends the belly dancing performances showcase yet another cultural attraction from the Middle East.
LEILA MEZZE & LOUNGE Żurawia 32/34, Warsaw phone: +48 22 110 21 02 www.restauracjaleila.pl
TOP WORLD › WARSAW ›SHUK
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The founders of Shuk have quite literally transported the feel of Jerusalem’s Shuk— the iconic Mahane Yehuda Market— to Warsaw. The bustle, the culinary richness of the East Mediterranean is evident in this expansive space, the ornateness of the condiments on the shelves, colorful vegetables on the counter, and the well-stocked bar adding to the visual backdrop to an inspired vegetarian and vegan menu. Dishes here encompass influences from Tunisia, Greece, and Turkey to Lebanon and Israel; here hummus is married to beetroot, and the baba ghanoush reflects a subtle perfection not found elsewhere. The vast array of appetizing mezze, or main dishes such as the moussaka and the varied shakshuka are all intensely flavorful and rejuvenating. During the evening hours the bar takes on a quiet dominance, with an intelligent, sophisticated crowd that knows the uniqueness of this place. Truly a class apart!
SHUK MEZZE & BAR Grójecka 107, Warsaw phone: +48 601 082 261 www.shuk.pl
75 QUICK & EASY ›WARSAW ›TAGLIATELLE
If one is craving a quick Italian meal Tagliatelle Pasta@Company may be the answer, a friendly little place on Hoza Street in the center of Warsaw. The ribboned tagliatelle is the pasta shape that is the protagonist in all of the dishes such as the Bolgnese with beef and pork in Italian tomato sauce, or the spinach pasta with garlic, onion, cream, and Parmesan cheese. What is unique here is the emphasis on the quality of ingredients— the pasta is handmade, extruded on its open counter with the best quality durum semolina, the pelati tomatoes come from the volcanic soils of Italy, and the parmesan cheese, imported as well. ‘Fresh and homemade’ is what makes this special; without the authentic process and the ingredients this would be just another place. And for those with a sweet tooth, desserts such as the Panna Cotta or tiramisu go beautifully with a robust espresso or cappuccino!
TAGLIATELLE PASTA@COMPANY Hoża 54, Warsaw phone: +48 723 300 202 www.tagliatelle.warszawa.pl
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TOP CAFE › WARSAW ›KUKUŁKA
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77 TOP CAFE ›WARSAW ›KUKUŁKA This marvelous cafe, bakery, confectionery all rolled into one is the fulfillment of a dream on the part of its owners Dominika and Kasia. For Dominika it was the aspiration to create for an audience that cares, the best possible products, all made with the most natural ingredients, with the most traditional methods, without any of the artificial stuff that typically pervades everywhere. For Kasia, this was going to be a glorious meeting point for the local community, to just hang-out and linger with friends over conversation, with deliciously pure cakes and good coffee! Its three Warsaw locations, one in the center on Mokotowska Street, the other in leafy Zoliborz, and the third on Burakowska, open between 9 am and 7 pm. Catering is available for birthday parties and get-togethers; a minimum 5-day order period is required though— everything is natural and hand-made, and so it just takes a little bit more time!
Kasia and Dominika
KUKUŁKA Mokotowska 52, phone: +48 883 088 099 Krasińskiego 10, phone: +48 883 055 099 Burakowska 15, phone: + 48 883 055 090
TOP EVENINGS› WARSAW ›LANE’S
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79 TOP EVENINGS ›WARSAW ›LANE’S
Sun to Wed, 12 noon to 1 am Thu to Sat, 12 noon to 2 am beautiful, outdoor terrace
Lane’s is that place in the city where the ‘who’s who’ gather for a time well spent. If one is a lover of art and decor, of cultured conversations, a connoisseur of the best, then this refined venue is a befitting choice. With commensurate elegance, this gleaming art-deco bar thrills with its collection of the world’s finest gins and an array of other drink requisites. Cocktails are the essence here, classics as well as originals served through the bar staff’s keen creativity. Nikkei, or Peruvian-Japanese, forms the basis of the menu; Wagyu beef, crunchy corn tacos filled with salmon are apt companions to drinks such as Coolane’s made with gin, white vermouth, melon liqueur and almond milk! With both its lovely indoors and its outdoor terrace (open in the warmer months), Lane’s is surely the city’s perfect vantage point to gather for a great time in the company of friends. Indeed, all paths converge at Lane’s!
LANE’S Krakowskie Przedmieście 42/44, Warsaw phone: +48 22 551 11 48 www.lanesbar.com
TOP EVENINGS ›WARSAW TOP CASUAL › RIITUAL › WARSAW COCKTAIL › RITUAL CLUB
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81 TOP EVENINGS ›WARSAW ›RITUAL COCKTAIL CLUB Ritual Cocktail Club, a top-notch evening spot, is located steps from the top hotels in the very center of Warsaw. It opens its doors each evening from 10 pm onward. Its magnificent interiors unfold over two levels, where this charged venue thrills with the best club music. At weekends it showcases unique ‘Ritual Live Shows’ where the top artists and professional dancers perform to live DJ sets. The highlight of course is the bartending with its terrifically talented bar team, great for those seeking the extraordinary. The special cocktail menu is titled ‘Rituals’ and is created with sophisticated creativity. Besides both original and classic cocktails, there is also a wide array of wine, champagne, alcohols, and varied liquors. Here, quality events such as special birthdays, name days, hen and stag parties, and company events, are all delightfully organized to make them memorable. Ritual truly excites on all levels!
RITUAL COCKTAIL CLUB Mazowiecka 12, Warsaw phone: +48 723 23 55 55 www.ritualwarsaw.com
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The By the way restaurant and wine bar cordially invite you to Kraków!
Our rating from over 1,700 clients and guests is 4,7.
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BY THE WAY Lea 16 A, Krakow phone: +48 500 800 409 bytheway.bar
TOP FINE DINING › KRAKOW › ALBERTINA
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Albertina Restaurant and Wine, located in the center of Krakow, offers a class-act amalgamation of food and wine pairings. Owner Barbara Zamorska’s commitment to gastronomy goes alongside Chef Grzegorz Fic’s expertise, who is at the restaurant’s culinary helm. He brings his extensive knowledge, based on long experience as well as travel, to craft a menu that emphasizes fresh seasonal products from local producers, vegetables, prime meats, seafood, oysters and lobster, and wild game. These become the pillars on which his sublime creations are based, to be had as part of a tasting menu or à la carte. The scale of culinary compositions can be illustrated by a single course such as the deer tenderloin tartare— it comprises truffle, veal marrow, egg yolk, and mustard seeds! With the finest selection of wine to match every course and dish to an impeccable standard, Albertina sits atop the highest gastronomic rungs!
ALBERTINA RESTAURANT & WINE Dominikańska 3, Krakow phone: +48 12 333 41 10 www.albertinarestaurant.pl
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87 TOP FINE DINING ›KRAKOW › ARTESSE Michelin recommended Artesse, located steps from the Main Square within the former Lubomirski Palace, comprises the inference of ‘art’ within its name; this reflects on both its sublime culinary philosophy, as well as on its physicality wherein elements of classical art and the contemporary blend in its elegant, refined space. This visual ‘bridge’ from the old to the contemporary is the cursor for one to sense that the same link manifests in its evolved approach to gastronomy. Thus here, the best traditions of classic Polish are the foundations upon which Chef Mateusz Suliga exercises his modern culinary finesse to create compositions that become part of an extraordinary dining event. Served as courses within carefully designed tasting menus, each aspect packs a gastronomic high note. With the best pairing of wine, polished service, Artesse has indeed become a much recognized high-point in Krakow’s culinary landscape!
Chef Mateusz Suliga
ARTESSE Św. Jana 15, Krakow phone: +48 12 371 15 01 www. artesse.pl
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89 TOP FINE DINING › KRAKOW › BIAŁA RÓŻA Restaurant Biala Roza’s stalwart reputation on the culinary map of Krakow says much! Here, where eateries abound, to be firmly in the upper rung reflects an uncompromising pursuit of quality, uncommon in today’s ‘short-cuts’ world. This town’s extraordinary gastronomic heritage has been preserved through generations by a select few who have shouldered this immense responsibility. Chef Łukasz Cichy is one such master, continuously refining his knowledge and technique, using modern interpretations to rework old recipes into contemporary arrangements. The outcome is fine, modern Polish, reflecting the seasons, based on regional products, served in a sophisticated, high-mannered setting. Biala Roza thus transforms the intangibles of tradition into something palpable and appreciated. Here history becomes the present—both in the sense of the moment, as well as in that of a culinary gift!
BIAŁA RÓŻA Straszewskiego 16, Krakow phone: +48 14 421 51 90 www.restauracjabialaroza.pl
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Chef Karol Wiencaszek
By the way - Restaurant, a refreshing Italian-inspired venue is located in a part of town away from the loud bustle of the Main Square. Its culinary quality is a narrative of sincerity and passion where striving for excellence is the basic philosophy; here flavors speak for themselves! Under manager Kamil Czarkowski, an inspiring menu has been created by Chef Karol Wiencaszek. The finest Italian and local products are used; the freshest seafood is directly brought in from the Italian fishing town of Chioggia, the menu emphasizing simplicity with few ingredients in each dish. Of course, there is outstanding pizza too in its many variations! The winning mantra here is authentic cuisine combined with an excellent wine list, an elegant ambience, and gracious hospitality, all adding to the overall merit. The service staff is welcoming and well informed, making this a must-have Krakow experience for all its positive impressions!
BY THE WAY RESTAURANT Lea 16 A, Krakow phone: +48 500 800 409 bytheway.bar
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Wed thru Sat, 5 pm to 10 pm Sun, 1 pm to 10 pm
Filipa 18 Food-Wine-Art is conveniently located across from Stary Kleparz, the Old Farmer’s Market just 200 meters or so from the Main Square. At this Michelin recommended venue, award-winning Chef Marcin Sołtys, who was trained at the Institut Paul Bocuse in Lyon, taps into this rich source of local vendors to transform regional, seasonal produce into modern interpretations of traditional Polish cuisine. He creates what may be best described as a rhapsody of fine food! The adventure begins with bread, baked on premises according to traditional recipes, followed by complimentary amuse-bouche and other exhilarating creations, complemented with wine carefully selected from the restaurant’s extensive collection. Here where tradition and modernity mix, the restaurant’s ambiance is further enhanced with art made by young artists from the School of Fine Arts almost next door. A must-have experience that defines exceptional dining!
FILIPA 18 FOOD WINE ART HOTEL INDIGO KRAKOW-OLD TOWN Św. Filipa 18, Krakow phone: +48 12 300 30 33
93 TOP FINE DINING › KRAKOW › NAMI BEEF AND REEF Nami Beef and Reef reveals its Japanese leanings by its name, it means ‘wave’ in the language. The idea here conjoins land to the sea, taking guests on a gastronomic journey through Japan. It alludes to the finest with Wagyu for the Beef, and the finest fish and seafood for the Reef, mesmerizing in their combinations. The Japanese grill, sushi, and tempura are the techniques used to do justice to the supreme quality of ingredients, all broughtin at their freshest possible from their true origins. Examples on the menu include the beef and foie gras gyoza; langoustine ceviche with orange sauce; the Japanese Wagyu from the grill; and superb sushi and sashimi that combine elements from both land and sea. Any selection is as good first as it is last; the most important aspect being the social nature of dining, knowing that the best on the plate, ultimately leads to the best in relationships!
NAMI BEEF AND REEF Stolarska 13, Krakow phone: +48 798 163 822 nami@namirestaurant.pl
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Restaurant Gavi, located at the stunning Bachleda Luxury Hotel, is indeed a venue where ‘fine dining’ means what it is supposed to! Gavi’s refined, chandeliered interiors, is within where modern culinary interpretations blend perfectly with elements from traditional Polish. Indeed, Chef Sebastian Kurek brings his passion and experience to crafting a menu where each dish is sophisticated in its composition and flavor, and borders on being art in its presentation! Products sourced from trusted local suppliers, seasonal and of the highest quality, are the key; and having cooked for celebrities and visiting heads of states, the Chef’s philosophy emphasizes that each guest is special! A varied selection of wine, best recommended by the sommelier, allows one to pair wondrously with the plate, further transforming dining here with business colleagues, or with family and friends, into a magical experience!
GAVI RESTAURANT Plac Kossaka 6, Krakow phone: +48 12 424 11 11 gavi@bachledaluxury.pl
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Gaia, an upscale restaurant par excellence, has brought to the center of Krakow a composite of fine Mediterranean-inspired dining. The cultural and culinary themes of the countries that comprise this magical region are diverse— from Israel to Lebanon, Greece to Italy, from France to Tunisia. Yet, they are tied by commonalities— the emphasis on freshness, on healthful ingredients best sourced from local producers, on cooking techniques that enhance natural flavors, the use of herbs, and on the supreme joy that food and wine must be in the company of family and friends. The hallmark of this fine restaurant is that each dish reflects its origin, yet its preparation entails fusion with neighboring cuisines. Dishes such as the Butterfly seabass with tomato, cucumber, chilli, and onion salad with tzatziki reflect that. With original drinks, and wonderful service in a stylish setting, Gaia is always terrific!
GAIA Stradomska 12 - 14, Krakow phone +48 12 201 57 41 restaurants@stradomhouse.com
97 TOP FINE DINING ›KRAKOW › JOHN DORY John Dory, an exclusive, elegant venue dedicated to seafood, is now an uplifting addition to Krakow’s culinary profile. The name takes after a coastal fish found in New Zealand, Australia, Japan, and Europe; indeed the John Dory is considered by many as a most delicious fish for the table! This then is an apt name for a marinededicated restaurant that spans the globe in its aspirations. Those devoted to quality, to fresh ingredients, and to a refined culinary standard will be delighted. The fact that the freshest ingredients are flown in, directly from the best suppliers, indicates seriousness and high effort. The culinary craftsmanship with its restrained use of embellishments, brings a sense of harmony, enabling natural flavors of the fish or seafood to emerge and dominate; an example being the octopus yakitori with charred aubergine, and miso-orange glaze. John Dory, indeed a class-act on all fronts!
JOHN DORY Stradomska 12 - 14, Krakow phone +48 12 201 57 71 restaurants@stradomhouse.com
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99 TOP FINE DINING ›KRAKOW › POD ANIOŁAMI Pod Aniołami, which translates into Under the Angels, is located on what is known as the Royal Route, impeccably delivering its history. In the restored chamber upstairs, grand receptions are organized amidst the splendor of 18th-century paintings! Starters such as the carpaccio of smoked goose breast with skin, served with cranberries; mushroom soup with noodles. The grilled sirloin with capers and rosemary; the huntsman’s wild boar steak, marinated in juniper sauce, grilled over beech hardwood fire, served with grilled bacon, green pepper and red cabbage with raisins in wine, are all exceptional. A beech-wood grill serves a wide array of meats to be had perhaps in the medieval-style courtyard garden that’s open all year round. Desserts include sernik, the Polish cheesecake; or szarlotka, which is the local apple pie. Pod Aniołami is indeed a culinary experience from when real nobility paraded along the Royal Route!
POD ANIOŁAMI Grodzka 35, Krakow phone: +48 12 421 39 99 www.podaniolami.pl
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Located in a landmark location in the heart of town, Restaurant Pod Roza, ‘Under the Rose’, has garnered an immense reputation over the last 20 years. Chef Mateusz Szul has crafted an authored menu with Mediterranean and international influences, his added creative thrust being the fusion with Polish traditions and the use of the finest local ingredients. Stellar courses in the tasting menu such as the Skrei cod, with fennel and sauce with Caspian gold caviar, or the roast beef with Jerusalem artichoke and black truffle, feel even more excellent with their recommended wine pairing. The emphasis here is to always go the extra mile; whether it be lunch or dinner, what emerges is the epitome of freshness and flavor. Additionally, the Vinoteka, housed in the 14th century cellars below, has an award-winning collection of over 300 labels. Elegance and gastronomic refinement, truly at their very best at Pod Roza!
POD RÓŻĄ Floriańska 14, Krakow phone: +48 12 424 33 81 www.likusrestauracje.pl
101 TO P FINE DINING ›KRAKOW › 3 RYBKI Traces of history merge with the absolute contemporary at Restaurant 3 Rybki. It is located on the ground floor of the architectural landmark, Stary Hotel, a few steps from the Main Square. Chef Krzysztof Zurek brings his extensive experience to the kitchen; an early pioneer who took traditional Polish cuisine, put it on the path of the contemporary, to arrive at a sophisticated internationalnouvelle menu. The menu, as it should be, matches the season’s bounties, with ingredients sourced from trusted suppliers. Compositions such as lamb with apple, fresh herbs, and white wine sauce; or the spicy fish broth with seafood, tomato, and coriander, are excellent. An abundant wine list is well complemented by excellent service that ensures every need is happily met. For a unique experience one can go up to the rooftop for a glass of wine to enjoy an exhilarating panorama of the Main Market Square. Just marvelous!
3 RYBKI Szczepańska 5 (Stary Hotel), Krakow phone: +48 12 384 08 06 www.likusrestauracje.pl
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Portobello received the Ospitalità Italiana certificate from the Italian Ambassador to Poland in 2017, and is now part of the global register of Italian restaurants. Awarded with the ‘Q’ quality-mark, it confirms a high stand ard of service, its use of the finest products, and authentic recipes.
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Justyna Czekaj-Grochowska and Pawel Grochowski
Restaurant Portobello is about the passion for Italy, its culture, and delights, on the part of its owners Justyna CzekajGrochowska and Pawel Grochowski. It is in an enclave in Krakow where the town’s topechelon lives—there are mansions, parks, and nature. This fine venue is based on four pillars of Italian gastronomy— an authentic menu with genuine ingredients and recipes, mesmerizing desserts, exceptional wine, and an original delicatessen or salumeria. Reflecting an artisanal bent, pasta, ravioli, and gnocchi are handmade here daily. What is used by the kitchen, certified DOP and IGP Italian meats and cheese, may also be purchased by guests. Everything here evidences a deeper, Italian authenticity; this is the fruit of experience of the couple’s multiple culinary travels from the Alps to Sicily. Buonissima! is Justyna’s celebrated book on Italian cuisine; its title defines Portobello equally well!
PORTOBELLO Królowej Jadwigii 248, Krakow phone: +48 506 951 770 www.portobellokrakow.pl
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Celebrated Chef Leonardo Tettamanzi and his partner Lisa
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The popular Pimiento Argentino Grill first opened its doors in Krakow 17 years ago. It specializes today in Argentinean and Japanese beef, as well as succulent seafood, all made traditionally. It serves guests at two top-notch locations, Kazimierz and Old Town, as well as from its latest, Shop&Bistro. Ingredients are flown-in from Argentina, Japan, as well as from the U.S. and Australia; each cut of beef is pampered in the kitchen to impart authentic flavors. Popular appetizers include the Argentinean tenderloin carpaccio, and the empanadas stuffed with beef. From its main courses, the three cuts of Argentinean prime beef with tenderloin, sirloin, and rib eye; the delectable Kobe beef fillet; or the rock lobster tail, are all stellar! A wide selection of wine, and a special list comprising single malts, make Pimento even more inviting. Smart, well-informed service, make this a wonderful experience, always!
PIMIENTO ARGENTINO GRILL Stolarska 13, Krakow phone: +48 12 422 66 72 www.pimiento.pl/en
105 TOP FINE DINING ›KRAKOW › SZARA Michelin-recommended Restaurant Szara, located in the Main Square, is housed in a splendid 14th century building; its gothic arched interiors and decorated ceilings convey a regal sensibility. Chef Pawel Puchalski’s menu, best described as international and European with significant Scandinavian features, is well-loved by a clientele that converges in Krakow from all over the globe. The Swedish style marinated herrings are an ideal prologue to dishes such as the Plankstek; this is beef sirloin served on an oak plank with pommes duchesse and yellow string beans wrapped in bacon. Desserts such as the chocolate mousse with lime cake and citrus sauce delightfully complete the gastronomic equation. A welcoming, attentive, and informed staff advise guests on the choice of wines, as well as ensuring that their every need is happily met. And breakfast is served daily at the adjacent Szara Bar from 9 am until 12 noon. A true class act!
SZARA Rynek Główny 6, Krakow phone: +48 12 421 66 69 www.szara.pl
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Regale Bar & Restaurant, located a few short steps from the Main Square, has quickly garnered a top reputation. Within its interiors that define a distilled grace, Chef Roman Pawlik brings his 15-year experience to thrill the table; with his craft he molds traditional Polish concepts into fine, modern interpretations. These delight in form and flavor yet still convey the cuisine’s wholesomeness; a fine example being the turbot with cucumber salad, trout caviar and mashed potatoes! The kitchen’s excellence is further elevated by flawless service; a smart, informed staff, their knowledge of the menu, the pairing wine, and a smiling approach that puts guests first. The comprehensive bar is yet another attraction of the restaurant, its convenient extension being the drinks trolley that allows for cocktails to be mixed tableside! A class act, Regale is a true star in Krakow’s culinary firmament!
REGALE BAR & RESTAURANT Sławkowska 3 (enter from Tomasza), Krakow phone: +48 728 411 782 krakow.regale@hilton.com
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A MUST-HAVE EXPERIENCE! The Folk Show at Skansen Smaków— Unique cultural evening running since 2014! April thru October – on Monday and Thursday November thru March – on Thursday Shows for custom groups possible on any day of the week Priced at just 169 PLN per head, the show includes: Beautiful folk dances and traditional Polish songs, artists in colorful costumes Feast with typical Polish cuisine, unlimited buffet with both cold and warm dishes Unlimited cold and hot beverages, wine, beer, and drinks from the bar Round-trip transport from the center of Krakow to Skansen Smaków (pick-up at 6:45 pm from bus parking at Powiśle street, opposite Sheraton Hotel)
Cholerzyn 424, Liszki phone: +48 12 357 10 06, www.skansensmakow.pl
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109 TOP FINE DINING › KRAKOW › SCANDALE ROYAL Scandale Royal located steps from the Main Square in Plac Szczepański, with its 20-year history has indeed become a culinary landmark; its authentic art-deco interiors and prominent bar adding to the allure. The kitchen’s creative menu offers modern interpretations of time-tested pan-European, international dishes, based largely on high-quality ingredients sourced locally. Notable examples include the beef sirloin tartare, the tuna steak marinated in citrus, the mussels in white wine, the terrific Cesar Salad, or simply the Royal Burger. The age-old ritual of toasting meals and friends with raised glasses of wine or vodka, are encouraged! For this, a stellar wine card, varied liqueurs, aged spirits, and distillates have been carefully selected to match specific dishes. Events for private groups are molded here into memorable occasions. Note: Breakfast is served daily, from 8 am onward.
SCANDALE ROYAL Plac Szczepański 2, Krakow phone: +48 512 308 493 www.scandale.pl
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American Chamber of Commerce in Poland SINCE 1990
� PIONEERS OF INVESTMENT IN POLAND � CREATING JOBS AND ECONOMIC GROWTH � LEADERS OF INNOVATION � SETTING BUSINESS STANDARDS � BRIDGING USA TO POLAND
American Chamber of Commerce in Poland ul. Twarda 18, Warszawa Tel: +48 22 520 5999, office@amcham.pl
www.amcham.pl
111 TOP CASUAL › KRAKOW›ANIMA
Located in the shadows of Wawel Castle, Anima is where one delights with its fine, dynamic Italian menu served in a casual yet elegant setting. Here the spirit of this much-loved cuisine resonates in modern interpretations at the hands of Chef Stanislaw Bobowski. His long experience, burnished by his wide travels, imparts an added edge to his creativity. Guests are simply delighted with flavors that spell authenticity. Of course, a lot depends upon the culinary skills of the kitchen, but equally no less on the quality of ingredients. Thus, an unwavering focus is their source and pedigree; using Carnaroli, the ‘king of Italian rice’ for the risotto, is an example. Noteworthy appetizers and dishes include beef carpaccio, cured salmon with gremolata, stewed beef cheeks in Barolo wine, and mesmerizing cocktails from the bar— all becoming the pillars for a celebration at Anima with family and friends. Viva l’italia!
ANIMA AT SHERATON GRAND KRAKOW Powiśle 7, Krakow phone: +48 728 339 697 www.restauracja-anima.pl/en
TOP CASUAL › KRAKOW › CARGO GRILL & BAR
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Located in Krakow’s Jewish district of Kazimierz, Cargo is reputed for its high culinary push into the realm of dry-aged steaks, lamb, fresh fish, and seafood. The menu is designed to encourage sharing at the table, enabling each guest to savor more of what comprises the best here. Angus and Hereford beef, and Polish lamb of the highest quality are used— both types of meats characterized by a higher percentage of fat making for exceptionally juicy and delicate flavors on the plate. Indeed, the finest cuts are seasoned for at least 21 days to achieve their unique results. The succulent fish and seafood are directly flown-in from their best sources from across Europe and sit fresh on ice awaiting their order. The onsite Deli features products from all over the world— cured meats, cheese, infused olive oils, relishes, and much more— worthy gifts that enable one to bring Cargo home!
CARGO GRILL & DELI Plac Nowy 9, Krakow phone: +48 575 800 542 www.cargokrakow.pl
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Located steps from the Main Square, Kawaleria, offers fine, traditional Polish in a spacious, elegant setting. Owner Magdalena Luchetta Łodzińska, hails from a family of trusted restaurateurs; interestingly she is also an accomplished equestrian, seen in the many photographs from her collection that deck the walls. The name ‘Kawaleria’ translates to Cavalry; the imagery of charging horses and nobility bridging perfectly with her commitment to serve a quality of cuisine once reserved for the elites. It’s about authentic recipes, finest country-raised ingredients, and elaborate cooking techniques; an outstanding example is the wild boar in red wine, served with barley risotto, boletus mushrooms and salads! The excellent wine list has selections which match well with items on the menu. ‘Saddled’ at a table inside, or perhaps outside in the charming garden, one feels transported here to a more genteel era!
KAWALERIA RESTAURANT Gołębia 4, Krakow phone: +48 12 430 24 32 restauracja@kawaleria.com.pl
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3 LOCATIONS IN KRAKOW www.moomoo.com.pl Moo Moo STEAK & BURGER CLUB in OLD TOWN Świętego Krzyża 15; +48 531 007 097 Moo Moo STEAK & WINE in OLD TOWN Sienna 9; +48 790 707 713 Moo Moo STEAK & WINE in JEWISH QUARTER Szeroka 3; +48 790 773 977
117 TOP CASUAL › KRAKOW › MOO MOO For almost a decade the success and high-quality supremacy of Moo Moo has been evident in its 3 locations. Its Steak & Burger Club was the first to open in Krakow’s Old Town; Moo Moo Steak & Wine opened next in the Old Town as well, followed by its latest branch in the heart of the Jewish Quarter, Kazimierz. Regionally sourced Polish beef is always used, the talented kitchen teams always ensuring the juicy, delicate, and aromatic flavors that these restaurant venues have become known for. Classic menus offer the finest steaks and succulent beef burgers, accompanied by impressive home-made sauces such as based on demi-glace. A qualified and attentive staff values every need of the guest, ensuring that each order is done properly as requested. With an ambience that elevates and befits a good time, Moo Moo derives its true merit from outstanding flavors, a splendid selection of wines, and a great attitude. Well done!
MOO MOO — 3 LOCATIONS IN KRAKOW Moo Moo Steak & Burger Club, Św. Krzyża 15 Moo Moo Steak & Wine, Sienna 9 Moo Moo Steak & Wine, Szeroka 3
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Located a hop away from the Main Square, Pasta Bar, has created an aura that is a true reflection of its excellence. This enclave of authentic Italian takes pride in each aspect of its menu being made by hand, all seen in the open format kitchen that this restaurant so proudly visualizes as part of its decor! All of the action, the aromas wafting of the pizzas being baked in the oven, the pasta being tossed, adds much to the appetite. The no-shortcuts menu emphasizes the seasons as well as the natural availability of ingredients. Beyond the outstanding breadth of the menu, special mention must be made for the saltimbocca, and the pasta with seafood, each dish matched with wine from the fine selection that is offered here. The staff welcomes guests with a smile, including families with children; this remarkable sense of hospitality truly enhances the overall experience!
PASTA BAR Sławkowska 13-15, Krakow phone: +48 506 820 222 pastabar@pastabar.com.pl
119 TOP CASUAL › KRAKOW›SOMEPLACE ELSE Every once in a while the urge to visit a sports bar rises to the fore; SomePlace Else, an American-inspired venue, is indeed made for that occasion! Located in the Sheraton Grand Krakow, steps from Wawel Castle, this place epitomizes fun and relaxation. Here, the Executive Chef has created an international menu with a TexMex twist that goes well with its purpose as well as with the beer and cocktails from the comprehensive bar. There are varied soups, salads, desserts, and classics such as popular homemade burgers, and delicious steaks. The unique informal atmosphere is elevated with multiple TVs, enabling an impeccable HD viewing experience of live sports events. And of course, the wide range of exquisite beverages further contributes to making this the ultimate hang-out place with family, friends, colleagues, and of course sports fans! Also, organized here are less formal company meetings, training, and integrations in its jovial, relaxed environment.
SOMEPLACE ELSE Powiśle 7, 5th floor, Krakow phone: +48 728 339 697 morecravings.com/en/venues/someplace-else
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Skansen Smakow, a highlands inn located a few minutes drive from Krakow’s center, offers both a memorable dining as well as a fine cultural experience. The word “smakow” means “flavors” and the menu here offers much of those from the hilly regions that are close by. Dishes are wholesome and nurturing; the veal with mushrooms served with buckwheat is an example! Service at the hands of a festively attired staff in colorful highlands dress adds to the overall authenticity and bonhomie. There is live music, regional dances, and special entertainment, with Polish beer along with other drinks adding to the places’ special warmth. Skansen Smakow has indoor and outdoor play areas for kids, and is surrounded by lakes and nature walks. This is an outstanding Polish experience that combines dining, culture, as well as the outdoors-- not to be missed!
SKANSEN SMAKÓW Cholerzyn 424, Liszki phone: +48 12 357 10 06 www.skansensmakow.pl
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CHEF & OWNER RAFAL TARGOSZ ZaKładka’s immense success follows his passion for being true to what he loves!
123 TOP CASUAL ›KRAKOW › ZAKŁADKA ZaKładka Bistro de Cracovie delivers its culinary excellence in a thriving part of Krakow across the river from Kazimierz. This spacious landmark in Podgorze, stands at one end of the footbridge within a neoclassical building from the 18th century. Its reputation as one of Krakow’s finest restaurants keeps ascending higher; created a decade ago by Chef Rafał Targosz and Renata Targosz, the venue reflects the attitudes of a Parisian bistro. Rafał’s strong passions about French cuisine and history make him faithful to that culture in the kitchen— evident in dishes such as the confit of duck leg with spinach dumplings, or the steak-bavette with mashed pepper sauce, fries, and herb butter. Casual elegance and friendly service along with a wonderful selection of Old World and the best Polish wines, all makes it great for a quick bite, or a full meal at the table. With terrace seating outside, ZaKładka is an absolute must visit!
ZAKŁADKA BISTRO DE CRACOVIE Józefińska 2, Krakow phone: +48 12 442 74 42 www.zakladkabistro.pl
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The dilemma of visiting a restaurant or a quality bar has been solved by Le Scandale Cocktail and Tapas located on Plac Nowy, the main plaza in Krakow’s Jewish district of Kazimierz. This spot defines versatility; it is a restaurant with all-day casual dining, transforming into a high-quality evening spot with an impressive bar serving fine cocktails and a sweeping array of drinks. A wholesome breakfast with a wide selection starts at 9 am, while all day dining can be enjoyed well past midnight. A casual international menu which guests truly savor and relish while they are in a ‘hangout mode’ comprises original tapas, as well as salads, seafood, meats, steaks, burgers, and pizza! A comprehensive wine list adds to the offering of the bar; while the live DJ on weekends, and the summer terrace on the plaza deserve special mention. Le Scandale is that experience one surely messages home about!
LE SCANDALE Plac Nowy 9, Krakow phone: +48 519 157 859 www.scandale.pl
125 QUICK & EASY › KRAKOW › PIMIENTO SHOP & BISTRO Stary Kleparz, the landmark farmer’s market in Krakow, about 200 meters from the Main Square, has a new neighbor, Pimiento Shop&Bistro. This newly opened store, delicatessen, and bistro is a consequence of the success of its long-standing, fine-dining elder sibling, Pimiento Argentino Grill. This association reflects the topmost in food quality; Pimiento’s loyal patrons have long been asking for the same level of products and ingredients to take to their own homes. Pimiento Shop&Bistro is the answer; not only is the Kobe, the exquisite Wagyu beef, and various other ready foods such as delicious empanadas available, but one can also dine-in within the interiors of this cozy, intimate bistro. The special, absolute musthave item here is the corn-fed rotisserie chicken, gently roasted to a golden, juicy form. The welcoming service is the core of this happy place, making it a delight to be here for breakfast, lunch, or both!
PIMIENTO SHOP&BISTRO Św. Filipa 21, Krakow phone: +48 517 475 818 pimiento@pimiento.pl
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Budda Drink & Garden Bar enjoys a topclass reputation with its uniqueness; it is located in a stunning, private courtyard which reflects the special, inner architecture of this building in the Main Square. While bars of all types of genres— decor, music, drinks, and style — are almost uncountable in Krakow, the search ends for the right place for a special evening here at Budda. Combining the alluring elements of the Orient with those of Krakow produces its own charming results, illustrated here by a crowd of well-heeled guests that is a mix of visitors and locals. Outstanding music, and a friendly, welcoming staff add their bit to further lift one’s spirits. The exciting array of drinks, besides the classics, include cocktails such as Dharma, Kapala, Sangha, and Nirvana; while these names make one reflect on the spiritual, their focus is to deliver on the purpose at hand— and that is to have a memorable evening!
BUDDA DRINK & GARDEN Rynek Główny 6, Krakow phone: +48 12 421 65 22 www.budda-drink.com.pl
127 TOP EVENINGS › KRAKOW ›BY THE WAY - WINE BAR By the way – Wine Bar is great for those who wish to get off the beaten path away from the loud bustle of the Main Square, a relaxing venue for both day and evenings. When choosing wine, the primary guide should be its quality and the sheer pleasure one derives from its tasting; the Bar’s sommelier and staff are always delighted to share their knowledge, happy to advise on the best selection from a list of over 150 labels from around the world! This intimate setting truly offers a lovely atmosphere with its warm and cozy overtones. Next door is the bar’s samenamed Italian-inspired sister restaurant; besides the fine wine and drinks, the other important elements of a wonderful menu which includes the freshest of seafood, and fine service, all come together in perfect harmony. And special occasions are made even more memorable with a bottle of fine Prosecco, always a wonderful choice at By the way – Wine Bar!
BY THE WAY - WINE BAR Lea 16 A, Krakow phone: +48 500 800 409 bytheway.bar
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What Krakow lacked in the past, it has now got with Hedwig’s. In a town where bars abound on every corner, what was very much missing was an evening spot that befitted a well-heeled crowd. Now, Hedwig’s has solved that! Its location within the Stradom House Autograph Collection Hotel, a fully restored 14th century building, gives it an edge that is truly unique. The bar itself is within what was once a chapel in the past, now reset with best-in-class design, with settees arranged for groups to be comfortably private, but yet part of the spacious whole. With attractive people around, the drinks here—creative, original cocktails, champagne, wine, beer, and more--take on an importance to break the ice, to cozy-up, or just to sip and watch all the happenings. A well-attired staff attends to the minutest needs, while the soft-lit atmosphere is enlivened with a DJ who creates a soundscape for love to bloom. A must visit!
HEDWIG’S Stradomska 12 - 14, Krakow phone +48 12 201 57 00 restaurants@stradomhouse.com
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131 TOP EVENINGS ›KRAKOW › OPUS The Opus Lounge Bar, located in the very heart of Krakow at the 5-star boutique Bachleda Luxury Hotel, is an exclusive venue like no other. Indeed, it spells and defines absolute class! Guests are greeted by its refined interior, its stylish library-room setting imparting a unique ambience. The comfort of leather armchairs and an eye-catching fireplace bestows a feeling of warmth that gets all the better with a refreshing drink in one’s hand. Here, select alcohols from around the world are available to be relished in solitude or in the company of friends and business colleagues. The unique combinations created by the imaginative and experienced bar staff appear in drinks and signature cocktails such as Golden Hope along with impressive others! There is an appetizing food menu available as well of course, with caviar served with potato pancakes, beef tartare, club sandwiches, and more. An absolute class-act!
OPUS LOUNGE BAR Plac Kossaka 6, Krakow phone: +48 12 424 11 22 opus@bachledaluxury.pl
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The unmissable Bar Szara is located on the Main Square, adjacent to its namesake Restaurant Szara. This timepiece of a bar attracts guests with its wood paneled classic charm and a vantage point on the Rynek that makes it all so appealing. Busy right through the day with a crowd that clearly knows class when it sees it, Bar Szara is as inviting for a hot beverage as it is for its whiskies, liqueurs, drinks, and impressive cocktails. One might have a cappuccino or macchiato or even the Szara Coffee, made with Baileys, Stock, Amaretto, and whipped cream. Cocktail examples include classics such as the Mimosa, to be topped off, perhaps, with a Polish Martini made with Żubrówka, Krupnik, apple juice, fresh lime, and honey! A mix of visitors and locals always strikes a good rapport with the bar staff, an important resource to get to know the city. Bar Szara is indeed time spent marvelously!
SZARA BAR Rynek Główny 6, Krakow phone: +48 12 421 66 69 www.szara.pl
133 TOP EVENINGS ›KRAKOW › PROSECCO DRINK & TAPAS If there is an evening to be made memorable, Prosecco Drink & Tapas might very well be the right choice. A cozy venue located right next to the Main Square, this place has indeed carved out a niche for itself with those seeking its finer attributes. The venue spells class, standing out amongst the plethora of loud joints that abound in the area. Its well-appointed bar occupies much of its physical space; the place fills up quickly with the likeminded as the hours progress, especially on weekends. This modern spot conveys its credentials directly with its name— the finest Prosecco being the mainstay of the bar, as well as other drinks in various forms and cocktails. Accompaniments to the drinks are in the form of outstanding tapas. The joyful bartenders, forthcoming with recommendations, are always delighted to please. Time flies here, and it only does when one’s having fun!
PROSECCO DRINK & TAPAS Sławkowska 13-15, Krakow phone: +48 506 820 222 FB Bar/restauracja tapas
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135 TOP FINE DINING ›KATOWICE ›MONOPOL If a restaurant’s setting, its history, and its chef can mutually uplift each other to a greater reputation, then this can surely be said of Katowice’s Restaurant Monopol and its award-winning Chef Przemyslaw Budzinski. He brings a 15year experience having worked with the country’s top chefs such as Michelin star recipient Wojciech Modest Amaro. A strong proponent of the quality of ingredients, he prefers locally sourced, but imported too if it means getting the best. Within the refined elegance of this brick walled, glass-roofed space, with wonderful service, one can avail of selections from an Italian-International inspired menu. The menu changes with the seasons; spring means more fresh vegetables, the summer, asparagus and artichokes, and in the colder months, delicacies from the forest. The extensive wine collection, Italian in its proclivity, and fine desserts add much to the overall delight!
MONOPOL Dworcowa 5, Katowice phone: +48 32 782 82 82 monopolkatowice.hotel.com.pl
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137 TOP SHOPS ›WARSAW › BIOBAZAR With its over a decade-long history, BioBazar’s reputation conveys its many ideals--quality, responsibility for the environment, health, lifestyle, gastronomy, cooking, frugality, and much more! It is located in Warsaw in the post-industrial gem Fabryka Norblina, and in Katowice in the former Baildon Steelworks. An organic, artisanal market, there are local seasonal products, as well as the finest imports from across the globe; over 150 vendors stock literally thousands of items! Conversations are encouraged, to know what cheese might be the best, or which apples perfect for an apple pie! Besides comprehensive shopping, including even cleaning products and cosmetics, there is excellent coffee and a plenitude of delicious ready foods and meals to have here or to take-away. BioBazar is an educational space as well; organized here are culinary training and workshops for both adults as well as children!
BIOBAZAR Żelazna 51/53, Warsaw phone: +48 508 717 445 FB/BioBazar.Warszawa
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Magdalena Grosiak-Czerkas and Małgorzata Pelszyk
Interior designers Magdalena GrosiakCzerkas and Małgorzata Pełszyk are behind the magical spaces that reflect the personality and lifestyle of their satisfied clients. Business partners, they are sisters in life, best friends, as well as mothers, imparting their enthusiasm to their kids, friends, and clients alike! Together since 2009, their love for the beautiful and the extraordinary propelled them in 2016 to create FIND DESIGN, a boutique in Warsaw’s Powiśle. Appreciated by clients and interior designers, the store captivates with its curated objects. As the fragrance from premium candles and diffusers envelops the senses, there is furniture, lamps, wallpapers, and window decorations to behold, as well as unique gifts. Attention to detail and focus on customer comfort and satisfaction is the objective, the amiable duo ready to enchant with their ideas of beauty, grace, and originality for one’s dreams to be realized!
FIND-DESIGN Rozbrat 20, Warsaw phone: +48 22 618 17 37 www.find-design.pl
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TOP SHOPS › WARSAW › VITKAC
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VITKAC, located in the heart of the city is Warsaw’s only luxury department store offering high-end fashion brands, perfumes, a hair and beauty salon, home concepts, decor, as well as top class eateries which include a restaurant, a bar, and delicatessen. The location on Bracka Street is historically significant: during the interwar period this is where the Warsaw elite shopped for luxury goods from designers from all over the world! Many top European luxury brands now available here are otherwise not to be found elsewhere in Poland; names such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, YSL, Céline, Armani, Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, Brioni, to name a few amongst the many more! The home concept offers products from Missoni Home, Fendi Home, Manooi and Barovier & Toso. The refined food halls and restaurant which complete this department store have surely lifted Warsaw’s luxury profile!
VITKAC Bracka 9, Warsaw www.vitkac.com
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Agnieszka Mizerek with her daughter Ola
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Kobalt, an outstanding ceramics store is located on Grodzka 62, just steps from the Main Square. It is a world of its own, offering a wide spectrum of the unique style of Polish pottery that is an absolute must for every home in this country, and is increasingly something which people from all over the world are beginning to cherish. Kobalt’s products are all hand-decorated with a unique stamping technique used for pottery by top-quality craftsmen. The items-- dishes, platters, plates, cup, pots, and many others-are renowned not only for their beauty but also for day to day practicality. Traditional designs go hand-in-hand with being completely safe for modern day kitchen and food practices including use in microwave ovens, dishwashers, and freezers. The products at Kobalt are indeed a must-carry-home, to serve as a permanent reminder of Krakow’s beauty!
KOBALT POTTERY AND MORE Grodzka 62, Krakow phone: +48 798 380 431 www.kobalt.com.pl
TOP TOPSHOPS SHOP’S › KRAKOW › WARSAW › PASAŻ › VITKAC 13
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145 TOP SHOPS ›KRAKOW › PASAŻ 13 Located in the Main Market Square, two old town houses have been transformed into an intimate, one-of-a-kind retail arcade, Pasaż 13. This architectural masterpiece has now become the backdrop to elite stores and shopping which caters to the quality conscious customer. This is a retail heaven with a great quality of stores and brand names that resonate perfectly with its location. For the best of contemporary fashion, within Louve with Evolue, for example, one is delighted by collections from top designers such as Robert Kupisz, Łukasz Jemioł, Natalia Jaroszewska, Gosia Baczyńska, Paprocki and Brzozowski, Mariusz Przybylski, alongside Mokobelle jewelry. Maggie Piu’s paintings adorn the walls of the boutique, while also here are gourmet stores such as Delikatesy 13 and Vinoteka 13 which offer a variety of high-end Polish and international produce, and hundreds of quality wines. Extremely inviting to be sure!
PASAŻ 13 Rynek Główny 13, Krakow www.pasaz-13.pl
TOP SHOPS ›KRAKOW › DOM & KWIATY
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Dom & Kwiaty (D&K) which translates to Home and Flowers is indeed a wonderfully comprehensive place to buy flowers for the house, order bouquets and flower arrangements for the everyday need, as well as for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries. D&K has now opened a backyard with a wide selection of garden decor, pots, furniture as well as flowers and other garden plants. A place too for outstanding home décor items, D&K differentiates itself by its home service capabilities. Either visit or just call to get a helpful hand to redecorate the home, garden or terrace; D&K will be there in a jiffy. And kids will love the workshops here; call +48 663 772 191 to enquire for upcoming events or for any other need which will surely be met by exceptional service. The store is open every day of the week including Sunday. Follow Dom&Kwiaty on facebook! www.domikwiaty.pl
DOM & KWIATY Królowej Jadwigii 248, Krakow phone: +48 663 772 191 www.domikwiaty.pl
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VINTAGE FURNISHING & INTERIOR DESIGN
Owner Kasia Sosenko
Sosenko Home Decor is the creative outlet of its super-gifted and charming owner art historian Kasia Sosenko. A pleasant walk or short tram hop from the Main Square, this Concept Store is spread over 100 square meters. It features impressive antiques, iconic design, midcentury modern furniture lamps, mirrors, sculptures, and Polish contemporary art, and many other items sought by collectors. It is also a unique resource for architects, interior designers, and set designers. Kasia’s background is extraordinary; besides the fact that her father Marek Sosenko is one of the greatest collectors in Poland, and runs his own gallery on the Main Square, she is a curator of private collections, and has created well attended exhibitions about the history of fragrance and vintage toys. An eclectic curated boutique, Sosenko Home Decor is what makes Krakow the cultural place that it is. Now with convenient worldwide shipping available, it is easy to send a beautiful thing from here back home!
SOSENKO HOME DECOR Królewska 16, Krakow phone: +48 508 176 236 www.sosenkohomedecor.com
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Festive season celebrations at the Radisson Collection Hotel! Many attractions and special offers have been prepared at the hotel’s restaurants for tasting various Christmas specialties— winter teas, mulled wine, and exciting buffet dinners on both December 30 and New Year’s Eve, December 31!
The Radisson Collection Hotel, a luxury hotel located in the center of Warsaw’s business district is in the vicinity of both offices as well as the most sought tourist highlights such as the Old Town and other numerous cultural venues. Its 309 rooms, suites, and an exceptional Executive Lounge, are all with contemporary furnishings, with stylish design, making it a perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers. Provided are modern conveniences such as a spa, swimming pool, and gym. For business needs, the hotel offers a completely renovated conference space for up to 400 attendees and a spacious foyer with access to an outdoor terrace. Guests may also enjoy the vibrant Spot Restaurant & Bar, considered to be “the spot” in the city to have a good time; it offers spectacular dining, a summer terrace, and a stylish lounge bar. The Radisson Collection Hotel is indeed Warsaw’s perfect vantage point!
RADISSON COLLECTION Grzybowska 24, Warsaw phone: +48 22 321 88 88 www.radissonhotels.com
149 TOP STAYS › WARSAW ›RADISSON BLU SOBIESKI The Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel located in Warsaw’s business district is truly well connected; it is just a km. or so from the Central train station, and close to all forms of city transit. The most sought attractions such as the Warsaw Uprising Museum, Nowy Świat Street, Lazienki Park, the largest park in the city, are all a short walk or ride away. The hotel features 452 rooms, elegantly furnished with all amenities for guests, including in-room coffee and tea facilities. Sumptuous breakfast buffet is served each morning, while excellent dining with a locally inspired menu is available at inhouse Restaurant Trylogia. The fitness center offers stateof-the-art cardio and weight machines, as well as massage treatments. The business conference facility comprises 18 meeting rooms; the Grand Ballroom accommodates 600 guests. And its expert staff ensures the success of each event at the Radisson Blu Sobieski!
RADISSON BLU SOBIESKI Plac Zawiszy 1, Warsaw phone: +48 22 579 10 00 radissonhotels.com
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151 TOP STAYS › WARSAW › HOTEL WARSZAWA When history and an inspiring vision for the future converge, great things emerge and are born. This can surely be said about the Hotel Warszawa! This was once the tallest building in the land when it was originally built in 1934, known then as The Prudential. It became a symbol of the Warsaw Uprising as it withstood the onslaught of the Nazis in 1944. It now stands transformed, its rebirth bordering on the spiritual; this indeed is the reincarnation of a monument’s soul into a higher form. This super-luxury hotel is a landmark that the world admires for its architectural vision. Marble combines harmoniously with bright chromes, warm wood, and original concrete ceilings, all coming together to create a sense of unique elegance. The emphasis here is on relaxation and renewal; top-notch restaurants, a spa with treatments, a fitness center, and a pool all make Hotel Warszawa stand taller than the rest!
HOTEL WARSZAWA Plac Powstańców Warszawy 9, Warsaw phone: +48 22 470 03 00 www. warszawa.hotel.com.pl
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Hotel Verte Warsaw, the first Autograph Collection hotel in Poland, is located steps from the Royal Castle and Warsaw’s Old Town. This was once the baroque Branicki and Szaniawski Palace, built in the 18th century, destroyed in the Second World War, and rebuilt in the 1950s. Based on images captured on canvas by Canaletto, an early painter of Warsaw, it now stands restored with its new glory! Its 250-year history is now remodeled into a blend of polished, sophisticated modernity, available to guests in its 94 rooms and suites, in its lovely courtyards, and with its top amenities. Breakfast is served within the glass-walled Pavilion, and fine dining is available at KUK where locally sourced products are served with immense creativity. With its scenic premises, proximity to the Old Town and the nearby National Theatre, this marvel of culture, restored history, and hospitality is indeed the perfect getaway!
VERTE, WARSAW, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION Miodowa 6/8, Warsaw phone: +48 22 346 16 00 www.hotelverte.com
TOP STAYS ›WARSAW › HOTEL INDIGO WARSAW - NOWY ŚWIAT
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The impressive Hotel Indigo Warsaw is located within a historic residence built in 1903! The address, Smolna 40, has always fascinated with its beauty in the past and now offers stunning interiors that combine history with modernity. It is indeed a relaxing treat for the senses to sit in the lobby and admire its uniqueness. The fashionable street, Nowy Świat almost emanates from here and the sense of this “happening” neighborhood is enhanced multiple-folds when one chooses to reside at the Hotel. Each of its individually furnished accommodations, which range from standard rooms to suites, have signature walls that tell the neighborhood’s story. This is an ideal venue for business meetings as well; the hotel’s fully equipped state-of-the-art conference facilities offer comprehensive settings for both corporate and creative events. A perfect home away from home in Warsaw!
INDIGO WARSAW-NOWY ŚWIAT Smolna 40, Warsaw phone: +48 22 418 89 00 www.indigowarsaw.com
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HOTEL INDIGO KRAKOW-OLD TOWN Św. Filipa 18, Krakow phone: +48 12 300 30 30 www.indigokrakow.com
TOP STAYS ›KRAKOW › HOTEL INDIGO KRAKOW - OLD TOWN
The historical Arts Palace built in 1836 in the center of Krakow, has been resurrected as the new Hotel Indigo Krakow-Old Town. Here over nearly two centuries, legendary Polish artists created their works of art, now seemingly infused in the 56 individually designed rooms with decor inspired by their spirit, harmoniously connected with modern elements creating a remarkable ambience. With double rooms and suite furnished in the highest standards, Hotel Indigo Krakow-Old Town offers conference rooms, a lobby bar, and a fine international restaurant Filipa 18. Located centrally, it is a 5 minute walk to the Main Square as well as to the train station; the airport train puts the Airport within 15 minutes reach! Quick access to the best restaurants, theatres, museums, universities, and businesses, as well as the largest shopping center, Galeria Krakowska , makes Hotel Indigo KrakowOld Town a great place to stay in Krakow.
TOP STAYS › KRAKOW › BACHLEDA LUXURY HOTEL
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157 TOP STAYS ›KRAKOW › BACHLEDA LUXURY HOTEL A historic tenement house in the very heart of Krakow has been reincarnated into The Bachleda Luxury Hotel, a 5-star boutique venue! Located close to the town’s top landmarks, Wawel Castle almost overlooks it, and the Main Square is just a short stroll away. Bachleda’s sumptuous, classic interior offers a hint of the Art Deco design that Krakow is known for. 64 wellappointed rooms and suites are exquisite, all done-up with intricate attention to detail. Fine dining at Gavi Restaurant, the hotel’s international restaurant, imparts true finesse, as does the Opus Lounge Bar where one may choose drinks from a wide selection from around the world, enjoyed in absolute splendor. For rejuvenation, there is a wellness area with a swimming pool and sauna. And for corporate or special events, up to 40 guests can be delightfully welcomed with the hotel’s conference and banquet facilities. This is an unforgettable stay, immersed in true class!
BACHLEDA LUXURY HOTEL KRAKOW MGALLERY Plac Kossaka 6, Krakow phone: +48 12 424 11 00
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Hotel Pod Roza, ‘Under the Roses’, traces its history to the 14th century. Located on Florianska Street, once part of the Royal Route, this former Renaissance Palace is the oldest hotel in Krakow, in operation since the 17th century. Tsar Alexander I of Russia, Franz Liszt, Honoré de Balzac have been amongst its many eminent guests. It has been refurbished to exacting standards; with its mix of the past and the contemporary, its style makes a defining statement. 56 rooms including 11 suites, are individually designed; the furniture made of Polish walnut and cherry, the bathrooms clad with expensive Italian Rosso Verona marble. Fine dining is marvelous at the elegant Restaurant Pod Roza; the Vinoteka boasts a collection of 7,000 or more wine bottles! The Wellness & Spa is a standout, and in the historic cellars of the hotel is housed a fully equipped multimedia conference center. A true class act!
HOTEL POD RÓŻĄ Floriańska 14, Krakow phone: +48 12 424 33 00 www. podroza.hotel.com.pl
159 TOP STAYS › KRAKOW ›HOTEL STARY Hotel Stary, located in Krakow, offers a stay like no other! A few steps from the Main Square on one side, and an equal tiny hop to Plac Szepanski on the other, it offers the town’s main attractions on one’s fingertips! Defined by its architectural elegance, a blend of traditional with the modern, it won first prize at the renowned Paris contest Prix Villégiature for the “most beautiful interior design in Europe.” Its 78 rooms offer all amenities, each a composite of distinguished grace, some even with balconies to take-in the marvelous views of the Main Square. With a top-notch Wellness & Spa, and a well-equipped conference and banquet center, all types of business meetings, conferences, and special events are flawlessly organized. Fine dining at its two restaurants, 3 Rybki and Rybki Nove Grill, is par excellence; in the summer, the Sky Bar with its stunning vistas is a must visit. Top class indeed!
HOTEL STARY Szczepańska 5, Krakow phone: +48 12 384 08 08 www. stary.hotel.com.pl
TOP STAYS › KRAKOW › HOTEL SASKI
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The legendary 5-star Hotel Saski Kraków is the first property in Poland to be part of the CURIO Collection by Hilton. Here history intertwines with modernity with captivating references to the world of music! The interiors accentuate its over 200-year history, decorated with portraits of musicians and composers by the world-famous Cracovian photographer Ryszard Horowitz. Each of the 117 rooms is unique and has music-inspired furniture. The hotel has 325 sq. m. of event space, including the impressive Saski Ballroom with its original, fully restored 18th century frescoes; composers such as Liszt, Brahms, and Paderewski once performed here. The wellness area in the historic basement offers a large indoor swimming pool, saunas, a fully equipped gym, and treatment rooms. At the end of a busy day, fine dining is available at the hotel’s reputed Regale Bar & Restaurant. A central location in the absolute heart of Old Town makes it ideal for those ‘CURIOus’ to experience beautiful Kraków!
SASKI CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON Sławkowska 3, Krakow phone: +48 12 333 42 70 saski.krakow@hilton.com
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163 TOP STAYS ›KRAKOW › STRADOM HOUSE Stradom House, an Autograph Collection hotel, is a reincarnation of history into a modern form, yet with its soul intact! Dating back to the 14th century it served as military headquarters, as the customs office, and even a monastery, falling into a state of disrepair post the Second World War. It now stands fully restored, in all its majesty befitting its national heritage. 125 luxuriously appointed rooms take the best from a continuum of Polish design, blending the contemporary with the past, trendy yet timeless. The property is defined by fine hand-crafted furniture, genuine antiques, a library, and an array of art collections. Outstanding culinary venues, the Mediterranean-inspired Gaia, the seafoodoriented John Dory, and Hedwig’s bar, are destinations by themselves. The SÓL spa boasts a 20-meter swimming pool saunas, a top-of-the-line gym, and a wellness center. An experience most memorable!
STRADOM HOUSE, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION Stradomska 12 - 14, Krakow phone +48 12 201 57 00 www.stradomhouse.com
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165 TOP STAYS › KATOWICE ›HOTEL MONOPOL If Katowice is one’s destination, there cannot be a better stay than that offered by the legendary 5-star Hotel Monopol. In the center of Silesia’s capital city, it resonates with over 100 years of tradition and history. 108 rooms and suites are each individually designed with the utmost attention to detail. With elegant furniture and amenities, its richly outfitted bathrooms, with underfloor heating, are all finished with Italian stone. Fine dining at Restaurant Monopol offers the flavors of Italy, and the VIP Room Vinoteka offers the restaurant’s specialties alongside 7,000 bottles of wine to choose from. The ideal setting for a business seminar, a wide range of conference packages are available. The Wellness & Spa is yet another attraction with a swimming pool, dry sauna and steam bath, and a well-equipped gym. A place for all events, including life’s most special, such as weddings!
HOTEL MONOPOL Dworcowa 5, Katowice phone: +48 32 782 82 82 monopolkatowice.hotel.com.pl
TOP STAYS ›ROZEWIE › ROSEVIA
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Combining the warmth of home and all of the expected luxuries of a holiday resort, Rosevia Resort & SPA, located on the Polish seaside, is where an immersion in nature, the witnessing of land and sea, occurs in a way that surpasses expectations. Atop higher ground, it bridges the sea with a forest and nature reserve known for its diversity of both flora and fauna. Designed with an emphasis on conservation, its 79 apartments each imbue modern technology— even the energy is supplied by pumps that collect heat from the depths of the earth! These family-friendly premises are spread over 7 acres, offering true relaxation with fresh air sweeping in and greenery that soothes the soul. It has 3 outdoor heated swimming pools, a Jacuzzi, an open gym, tennis courts, a mini golf course, badminton, and yoga; all adding to health and relaxation. Children have lots to do, while parents can enjoy their solitude!
ROSEVIA RESORT & SPA Rozewska 23, Rozewie phone: +48 782 060 606 www.rosevia.pl
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Available are a variety of lodgings including 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom apartments arranged as single storey, duplex, and three-level spaces, ranging from 38 to 125 square meters. The resort's excellent ‘Slow food’ based Natura Restaurant combines Polish tradition with elements of modern cuisine; only fresh, organic products from local producers are used.
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TOP BEAUTY & HEALTH › WARSAW, GDYNIA, KATOWICE › HAIRMITAGE
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ANNA KUZNETSOVA The founder and CEO of HAIRMITAGE hair clinics has 13 years of experience as a trichologist. Her top-notch reputation is underscored by the fact that she is one of few specialists in Poland who has been awarded the prestigious diploma from the International Society of Trichologists in Australia.
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Established for excellence, HAIRMITAGE provides its services in its three clinics where the safety, contentment, satisfaction, and the sense of joy of its clients when using its services is centrally important. The objective of attaining perfection, and the holistic approach of the team helps manifest the client’s personal beauty, treating not just the symptoms, but going deeper to identify the cause. The passion and positivity of its qualified specialists, doctors, and professionals always ensures satisfaction. Its spectrum of services include: · · · · ·
Innovative trichology Hair transplants Aesthetic medicine Laser therapy Modern cosmetology
The goal at HAIRMITAGE is to impart an improved quality of life, and this is always achieved! HAIRMITAGE, www.hairmitage.pl F. Klimczaka 22D/U3, Warsaw A. Rybickiego 2/U2, Gdynia Wojewódzka 10, Katowice
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TOP BEAUTY & HEALTH › WARSAW › KLINIKA AMBROZIAK
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171 TOP BEAUTY & HEALTH › WARSAW › KLINIKA AMBROZIAK Warsaw-based Klinika Ambroziak, founded by Joanna and Marcin Ambroziak, is an institution with a top-notch reputation garnered over its multi-decade history. Here, in Poland, top experience comes together with a range of specializations encompassing aesthetic dermatology, plastic surgery, phlebology, gynecology, urology, proctology, trichology, cosmetology and advanced skin treatments. With four clinics including a specialist hospital, the founders have created an exceptional presence, with spaces that feel both welcoming and professional, where guests can receive expert skin consultations, individualized treatment plans, and access to the original Dr. Ambroziak Laboratorium’s cosmetics. The entire team here constantly stays on top of the latest advances by participating in conferences around the world, their focus being complete excellence!
AMBROZIAK CLINIC al. Gen. W. Sikorskiego 13, Warsaw phone: +48 22 111 50 05 www.klinikaambroziak.pl
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173 TOP BEAUTY & HEALTH ›WARSAW › LONGEVITY CENTER Longevity Center is the first clinic of its type focusing on healthy longevity and all aspects of biological aging. Today the rush and stress of everyday life can take a severe, sometimes silent, toll on one’s mental, emotional, and physical health. The Center’s top medical teams employing the latest technologies help detect disease and conditions that may lead to poor health. Indeed it is paramount to understand the root causes of metabolic, hormonal, and emotional disorders, whether they be genetic, environmental, or due to faulty lifestyle. The goal is preventive, personalized, and prevention medicine; one way is by lowering the biological age through following the right strategy and therapies. The Center’s three-pronged approach: Longevity Health Check, Longevity Interventions, and finally a Personalized Longevity Plan, ensures one’s well-being over the longer-term!
LONGEVITY CENTER Belvederska 9, Warsaw phone: +48 884 084 040 www.longevity-center.eu
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ZEN: NICE SPA’s OWN BRAND OF EXCELLENCE To work with the best quality products, NICE SPA has created ZEN COLLECTION, its own line of massage oils, scrubs, bath powders and body butters, all made in Poland with the highest quality ingredients. Proprietary body treatments based on these are recommended, and the brands’ cosmetics are also available for sale.
175 TOP BEAUTY & HEALTH ›WARSAW › NICE SPA To achieve work-life balance and inner relaxation, one needs to go no further than NICE SPA. Located in a quiet part of Warsaw, its holistic treatments allow one to invigorate the inner self. Drawing from Asian traditions, the spa’s services include beauty and relaxation. Guests are welcomed with healthy teas with traditional mixtures of herbs. Its beauty salons are equipped with the latest hi-tech equipment including oxygen infusion-intraceuticals, hydrafacial, Geneo, endermology, and Dermapen. The relaxation area, called the ‘dark zone’ with minimal, soft lighting from salt lamps, offers oriental massages and treatments performed by qualified therapists which impart general wellness by relieving muscle tension and reducing stress; special rituals for couples with bath, sauna, and massage are indeed sought after! Music complemented by the soothing sound of water further contributes to achieving an inner calm!
NICE SPA Biały Kamień 3/U2, Warsaw phone: +48 690 686 868 www.nicespa.com.pl
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Dr. KATARZYNA JASIEWICZ Her many achieved metamorphoses at ConsensusMED, the before and after successes, have received extensive coverage in the press, including in monthly magazines such as Klaudia.
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Dr Jasiewicz’s guidebook Ciałoterapia (Body Therapy) published in 2018, is on the list of the top 10 books for women!
The reputation of ConsensusMED Clinic of Beauty and Health is owed to the unwavering philosophy of its founder Dr. Katarzyna Jasiewicz. Quality and patient satisfaction have been the priority since she established the clinic in 1999, the first of its kind in Krakow. This aesthetic medicine center offers a wide range of services with its multi-specialty team of doctors, physiotherapists, and cosmetologists. Treatments include, for example, water liposuction and breast augmentation with tissue fat, sexual wellness treatments, physiotherapy, laser therapy, and HIFU. Natural, longlasting, effects are achieved through proprietary and combination treatments developed over two decades; complete satisfaction follows the use of the highest-quality devices and equipment. Regenerative and anti-aging consultations, therapies, dietary planning, and personal training recommendations reflect its holistic approach! Note: Free parking is available onsite. CONSENSUS MED Plac Szczepański 3, Krakow ph: +48 12 422 55 55, m: +48 601 335 525 www.consensusmed.pl centrum@consensus.med.pl
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The Walk of the Lion VISION
MISSION
BSW provides a holistic educational experience founded on the enjoyment of learning, self-discipline and challenge.
To serve Warsaw's international community by delivering a world-class, values-based education centred on the best of British Education.
VALUES Values are at the core of everything we do, and are expressed through our code of conduct, the Walk of the Lion. NOBILITY
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AGES 3-5 | NURSERY, RECEPTION, YEAR 1
AGES 6-8 | YEARS 2-4
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Upper Primary
AGES 9-10 | YEARS 5 & 6
AGES 11-13 | YEARS 7-9
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To book a visit to our School, an online meeting or for further information about how to apply, please visit our website and submit an enquiry. You can also email admissions@bswilanow.org or call + 48 603 422 922
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Admissions British Primary School of Wilanow ul. Hlonda 12 | 02-972 Warsaw, Poland tel. +48 22 111 0062 admissions@bswilanow.org www.bsw.com.pl
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ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS → An interview/meeting at school or online → Submission of evidence of learning and behaviour from previous school → Having been given the appropriate assessment for their age → Completion of the medical information form and evidence of vaccinations → Proof of Identity → Payment of appropriate fees.
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Happy Birthday ISK!
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Founded in 1993, the International School of Krakow (ISK) just celebrated its 30th birthday! ISK, one of the first international schools in southern Poland, is an independent, not-for-profit, coeducational day school offering a high-quality standards-based education to the international community in and around Krakow. Enrolling approximately 350 students PK-12, from over 37 countries, and located south of the city, its campus provides students with ample opportunities to discover and pursue their individual passions and talents in a supportive, caring, and diverse community. The academic program at ISK is dedicated towards excellence in the intellectual and personal development of the world’s citizens of tomorrow. A United States Department of State school, its international curriculum, accredited by NEASC, culminates in an American High School diploma as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF KRAKOW Świętego Floriana 57, Lusina, Kraków +48 12 270 14 09 www.iskonline.org