Have breakfast like a Pole
Shall we start with breakfast? Poles pay special attention to breakfast, and therefore you can find establishments that specialize only in them.
Sweet tooths to Charlotte
A trendy hipster spot serving authentic French croissants, bagels, lemon tarte, eclairs and macarons. Be sure to try the specialty chocolate paste made of white or milk chocolate, as well as confitures and honey served with the specialty pastries. Prices here are average in Warsaw, for example, a basket with French pastries, a set of chocolate pastes and coffee will cost 18 zlotys (≈290 rubles).
- Menu on the website
- Opening hours: 9:00—0:00. Breakfasts are served here until 24:00
Breakfast with Prosecco Bułkę przez Bibułkę
Another place that specializes only in breakfast. There are many kinds of scrambled eggs, bagels, sandwiches and the most delicious Caesar in Warsaw. The trick is that they serve Prosecco, a glass of which always costs 5 zlotys (≈80 rubles). It is so tasty that one glass is not enough!
The prices are quite democratic. For example, an omelette and coffee will cost 20 zlotys (≈356 roubles). The cafe has a cozy patio with a trendy summer terrace.
- Menu on the website
- Opening hours: 7.30—23:00
Lunch in Warsaw
When the traditional tomato soup, bigos and flacs are no longer to be desired, a Warshawiak goes to one of today’s popular lunch spots.
Lunches at Aioli
An institution with lunches for 20 PLN (≈356 rubles), which includes soup, a second course and 0.33 liter Coca-Cola. The lunch menu is available from 12:00 to 16:00.
In addition to lunch, it serves burgers, Italian pizza and pasta, as well as seafood and steaks, and interesting cocktails. In the evenings, you can catch creative DJ sets.
Prices are higher than the average in Warsaw, but quite democratic. For example, a pasta will cost about 30 zlotys (≈530 rubles) on average, and a pizza 30—35 zlotys (≈530—630 rubles). I advise you to try their specialty desserts — finger-licking goodness!
- Menu on the website
- Opening hours: 9:00—0:00
The burgers are at Barn Burger
Where are the most delicious burgers? Barn Burger, of course! That’s the answer of a Varsovian.
Here, there are two dozen burgers to suit every taste, and they are served with fries, 2 sauces and the symbol of Polish cuisine — salad with cabbage «surówka». Such a set costs an average of 25—30 zlotys (≈445—535 rubles).
- Menu on the website
- Opening hours: 11:00—21:00
Thai food at Tuk tuk
Poles are very fond of Asian food, such places are always crowded with locals. Tuk tuk is a very popular place with Thai food.
This place serves Thai soups like Tom Yum and Tom Kha, rice, pasta and curry. Keep in mind that the Tom Yap here may be much spicier than you think. But you can choose your dishes according to the degree of spiciness, look at the corresponding marks on the menu. One serving will cost 24—30 zlotys (430—535) rubles, depending on the add-ons.
I recommend trying Pad Thai, which is rice noodles with sweet sauce, tofu and nuts. You can choose to add chicken or shrimp. It’s so delicious that your taste buds will do a Krakowiak dance, the Poles confirm!
- Menu on the website
- Opening hours: 11:00—22:00
Dinner and drinks overlooking the city
Where to spend an evening delicious and not boring after walking around Warsaw? A tip from the locals.
Gastromarket Hala Koszyki
Hala Koszyki is Warsaw’s culinary Mecca, one of the locals' favorite places. It is always noisy and fun. The lofty place is located in the old market pavilion, where people from all over the city used to come.
On 2 floors of establishments with different cuisines of the world: Japanese, Spanish, Italian, Asian — everyone will find something to his liking. In the center of Hala Koszyki there is a bar with author’s cocktails and craft beer. You can sit in a particular place or just in the middle of the hall, picking up some goodies in different places. The prices will definitely not be higher than those in the center.
- Menu on the website
- Opening hours: 8:00—01:00
Loreta Bar
Ending the evening with a view of Warsaw is the Polish way! I recommend the new and already trendy Loreta Bar. The place opened only in May 2019, but it has already climbed to the top of the ratings. Its terrace offers a great view of the Palace of Culture and Science and business centers.
There is no food on the menu, but the place is popular. People come here to have a drink, take pictures for Instagram and watch the sunset on the city. drinks. Loreta Bar is located on the 7th floor of the Puro Hotel. It is a stylish place, different from most places in Warsaw by its interesting design. The alcohol list is quite large.
Prices are higher than the average in Warsaw. For example, the price of any cocktail here will be 30 zlotys (≈530 rubles).
- Menu on the website
- Opening hours: 9:00—01:00
The Polish capital is warm and cozy, and the establishments here are the same, beloved by the locals. Everyone can find something to their liking.
