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Local guide to the Warsaw food scene

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Born-and-raised Varsovian who’s ready to spill the secrets of our city. Skip the crowds and eat as the locals do - there’s no better way to discover any place🫶🏻
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Seagull is a brand new gem located in the heart of the trendy and artistic Powiśle district - a stone's throw away from the river. Food here is amazing, a blend of local tastes with asian influence. Cauliflower is a must!
Seagull Sunshine Cafe Powiśle - Warsaw
 
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Krem is a go-to place when you want to feel a French vibe. Croques, raclette, pancakes, and poached eggs - that and much more on their menu. Pair it with wine or a mimosa - a perfect way to start the day ✨
Krem Warszawa (@krem_warszawa) · Warsaw
 
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Matcha trend has come to Warsaw and blessed us with Okeh. Delicious matcha, beautiful baked goods and unpretentious atmosphere
Okeh Bakery: Asian Twist Bake House
 
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Cafe Pląs is one of my fav coffeshops in Warsaw. Located in a beautiful palace is often overlooked by tourists
Cafe Pląs
 
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Waszyngton is one of those hidden gems that make you discover a different side of Warsaw - remembering the times of communism, in an area far away from the typical „beauty” and tourist sites
Kawiarnia Waszyngton
 
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Epicurien is a perfect example of what Old Praga is becoming - trendy, elegant, and colorful. Enjoy one of the most interesting and rapidly gentrifying parts of Warsaw
Epicurien

Must-try restaurants for dinner and beyond

These are the places we go to - not where the tourist guide sends you
 
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When I think of Polish food in a modern, fun, and trendy way - that’s my go-to place. The Eatery is a perfect mix of what Warsaw is - a fashionable, raw, and modern city with unmatched vibrancy and style. And so is The Eatery which reshaped the local...
the EATERY Traditional & modern polish cuisine
 
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One of my favorite spots in the city. Located in the heart of the most up-and-coming area of Praga Północ, that place will leave you speechless blending traditional Polish tastes with French and Italian features. Only local harvest, always fresh prod...
Restauracja Źródło | Praga
 
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Hello meat lovers! If you’re in the mood for the steak, Mięsny will get you covered. Old meat deli transformed into a restaurant, located in one of the coolest districts in the city - Saska Kępa
Mięsny | Warsaw
 
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Leave the center and come to the trendy Stary Mokotów. Old trees, quaint atmosphere, and authentic architecture are a staple of that district. It’s also where kontakt is located - one of the restaurants I visit every month or so, you can’t go wrong w...
kontakt wino&bistro
 
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Starlet is a new gem located in the Koneser district - an old distillery converted to offices, apartments, a gastronomy zone, and public spaces. Right next to the Vodka Museum you will find Starlet - a fresh, tasty, original, and absolutely beautiful...
Starlet Warsaw
 
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Amazing gem in the northern downtown. Delicious pizza, focaccia, and inexpensive drinks. Locals love to dine here!
drożdż | Warsaw
 
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One of the oldest still functioning spots in the city. Havana has served coffee, food, and drinks for over 60 years. Its 1960’s charm is well preserved, food is amazing with mostly vegetarian and vegan options. If I think of the fun night - it starts...
Cafe Bar Havana | Warsaw
 
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Wyraj is not only a restaurant, it’s an adventure. You won’t find only Polish food there, but an actual upscale Slavic feast. Dishes inspired by Slavic pagans, rituals, and everything Mother Nature has to offer
WYRAJ

Street food gems

 
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That place is a true hidden gem of Warsaw. If you want to try one of the best pizzas of your life - visit the ragazzis and grab it to the nearest park. Enjoy unusual options on the menu that was curated with the help of our “Gordon Ramsey” who happen...
Ragazzi Da Mangiare
 
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If you want to find authentic Korea in Warsaw - UKIM is your place to be. Kim - the owner, is the kindest person who shares tastes from her home. Perfect for a quick grab while exploring the city!
UKIM - Warszawa