Restauracja Gdańska — Restaurant in Gdansk

If you’re visiting Gdańsk, give this place an evening and revel in the kitchen’s culinary genius. The best way I can describe the food is simply magical.

For starter I had the mushroom soup pictured, it was thick, creamy, deeply rich and earthy, probably the best soup I have had in Eastern Europe but the real show stealer was the main.

We had the Duck Polish Style with Apples and Cherry Jam, and every other bite we uttered a “wow” or just simply looked at each other dumbstruck.

The combination of flavours on the main were masterful, chapeau to the kitchen team and chef. It was the type of dish that you knew had been prepared by a chef that is truly in love with their craft. I couldn’t thank them enough.

The attention to detail on the main was sublime. The cherry jam complimented the half a duck perfectly, but furthermore hidden within the hollowed out apple was a cranberry jus that somehow enhanced the melody of flavours further. The roast potatoes were perfect too, crisp on the outside and fluffy and packed with flavour within. I really could not fault anything. Each bite was like discovery on a fork.

Restauracja Gdańska has hosted Presidents and Popes, I can categorically guarantee you will be served some of the best combinations of flavours that Polish cuisine has to offer in an absolutely enchanting backdrop.

This one meal made me want to return to Gdańsk specifically to eat here again and moreover, take more friends to share this dining experience. That’s how good this meal was.

Make time for this place, you will...

The interior seemed to have quite a nice ambiance and that’s what attracted me to this restaurant in the first place. It doesn’t disappoint in person, the waiters wear a cute uniform that matches the old polish style and makes for a fun dining experience.

Had to wait a bit longer than 15 min to get my order taken (it wasn’t very busy) but from that point the servers were quite attentive. Overall very happy with the service.

The menu comprises of traditional polish food, I was specifically after a good beef tartare. It was served with a classic selection of onion, gherkins, mustard, and pickled mushrooms. The tartare itself tasted of Maggi, which I’m not a fan of, but it wasn’t overwhelming and the tartare was good overall. I also ordered the roast duck leg with cherries. The side cabbage was a bit under-seasoned but everything else was up to standard. Overall the food meets traditional standards but doesn’t exceed them.

When I had to use the facilities, I was quite surprised with the stench. I’d expect a higher standard of cleanliness, it’s a restaurant and not a pub on a Friday night. Deducting one star from the...

Restaurant furniture and overall style has something authentic and old fashioned that actually makes you feel like you travelled (a bit) in time which is nice. Can't say it is hugely comfortable to seat on those tables though as they have rather cumbersome feet but still it was comfortable enough to enjoy the meal and as I said it's part of the time travel as well. Food is good with mostly traditional Polish dishes (cooked meat with various local veggies, some very good dumplings and soups etc.). They could have maybe more of those excellent dumpling in the menu but there are some still. Service was good maybe a little bit on the slow side though considering we arrived late (2pm) and they have been kind enough to serve us we won't complain. Prices were reasonable, Visa card accepted. Menu available with English subtitles. Clean toilets. Most waiters speak English or can guide you to one of their colleagues speaking English. An overall good surprise and I would recommend trying this place if you look for something more classy and...