The 10 best romance restaurants in Warsaw
Alewino is now not only a wine shop and bar, but also stands out for its sophisticated dishes: traditional Polish cuisine meets refined, meticulous preparation. A long starter menu invites you to order several plates at once, share and try your way through. Happiness shared is happiness doubled!
It's hard to imagine a more suitable location for a Polish cuisine restaurant than the main park of Warsaw – Łazienki Królewskie (Royal Łazienki Park), At Belvedere, which is located in the historical building of the New Orangery, they serve elegant and aristocratic Polish dishes, the kind that would have easily graced the table of the Polish monarch several centuries ago.
This is an absolutely cult place. Within half an hour after opening, there are usually no free tables, and the queue at the entrance are enormous. The dishes here are vibrant, but familiar to everyone, and their execution is flawless. But the most important thing is that they are meant to be shared. Here, you should order a good portion of the menu, spread the plates across the table, try and discuss all of it under a glass of natural wine. And preferably, one should do it with a good company.
The main word to describe Kieliszki na Próżnej is balance. Balance between the contents of the plates and the glasses, as well as the prices for all of the above. And in this case, the balance comes close to perfection. The wines offered here are unique specimens from small and medium-sized wineries, and the gastronomic part always presents delightful surprises. The overall atmosphere and vibe prove that Kieliszki is suitable for almost any occasion - from a date to a business meeting.
Another iconic spot in Warsaw and, at the same time, an eternal culinary city classic with over a decade of history. Nolita exudes true adulthood and self-assurance, evident in both: the restrained interior and the content of its dishes. Nolita serves perfect elegance on each plate, with a powerful, modern European base and delicate Asian touches.
One of the most fashionable and stylish places in Warsaw, with a huge terrace and a magnificent view of the city center. The interior cleverly combines strict geometric design with homages to 1960s New York and works by iconic Polish artists. The menu boasts an array of gastronomic starters, from the spuntini set to a flawlessly executed tuna tartare with artichokes and lemon aioli, all designed to pair perfectly with the local cocktails, which are perhaps the main pride of Loreta bar.
Located on the sixth floor of the legendary Prudential skyscraper, which has survived since pre-war times, Szóstka offers excellent panoramic views from its terrace, that stretches the entire length of the building, and delicate cuisine by Dariusz Barański. The chef has included almost every possible type of vegetables in the menu, which serves as the foundation for many of his dishes.
A restaurant on the fifth floor of Warsaw's most luxurious department store, Vitkac, manages to be as versatile as possible. Elaborate yet understandable gastronomy, a place for romantic dates with a perfect city view or business meetings – Concept 13 is suitable for almost any occasion.
Located in a Szucha Palace, the restaurant boasts a sophisticated atmosphere of the 1920s and 1930s, but without excessive pomp. On the shelves, plump bottles of tinctures glisten, above the marble fireplace hang portraits of the bygone era, and the menu features exquisite dishes from Warsaw and Lviv cuisines, such as crayfish soup and obligatory caviar.
Café Bristol can easily be called one of Warsaw's landmarks. It is located in a hotel built in 1901, right in the heart of Warsaw, just a stone's throw away from the Old Town. Inside, an almost pre-war atmosphere prevails – reserved, elegant, and noble. The menu offers perfectly executed classics that are as visually appealing as they are delicious.