Typical food and drink

Pierogi - Traditional filled sweet and savory dumplings. They can be filled with various fillings, such as cheese, cottage cheese, meat, cabbage, mushrooms or fruit.

Pierogi
Pierogi

Warsaw tripe or flaki – Thick tripe soup according to a local recipe. The dish has a distinct flavor and a rich, meaty consistency.

Bigos - A thick stew made from sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, various types of meat and sausage. Sometimes dried plums or mushrooms and various spices are added.

Żurek - Sour rye soup, often served with boiled potatoes, sausage and a boiled egg. It is traditionally prepared in a bread loaf.

Gołąbki - Cabbage roll filled with a mixture of minced meat, rice and spices. It is often served with tomato sauce.

Wódka – A well-known Polish alcoholic drink. It is often served neat and chilled. Popular brands include Żubrówka (with bison grass), Belvedere and Chopin.

Vodka
Vodka

Kompoc - A traditional soft drink made from boiled fruit such as apples, pears or prunes. It is served cold or hot.

Pączki - Traditional Polish donuts filled with jam or other fillings, often sprinkled with sugar or drizzled with icing.

You can taste typical Polish dishes in the city center, for example, at the stylish Stolica restaurant, located in the Old Town. It is known for its generous portions, beautiful presentation of dishes and a pleasant atmosphere with the possibility of live music.