Café TŁOK — Restaurant in Gdynia

I don't really get these "hip" places where from the moment you walk in you feel like you are just an annoyance to the people working there. How about some basic "rules of engagement" when working in hospitality? A smile perhaps when greeting people? Acting like you actually care even just a bit? Service aside, brewed coffee was ok and the two cakes we got were...okish as well. Cheesecake is good, just not sure where the miso went and the lemon / cream / fruit concoction was very claggy and again, pretty tasteless. I'm hoping their sister place, Pokusa is better as I've had high...

The place is nice and cosy. Great staff - girls were really concerned when I complaint that my first coffee was a bit sourish and adviced me what to order next. They serve specialty coffee and baked goods. I had pumpkin cheesecake and it was delicious.

The only problem is that the space is pretty cramped, there are 5 tables for 2-3 persons each and that's it. There is some more space downstairs, but I'm not sure if any additional seats are available down there. On the day of my visit...

Whenever I'm in Gdynia, I try to plan my routes so I end up near Tłok. Place is small and situated in one of the side alleys connecting Świętojańska street with Music Theatre area. Easy to miss but make an effort, because they serve great coffee, delicious cakes and some breakfast options as well. Good place to grab a tonic espresso for pleasant strolls along the Gdynia's seashore. Cheesecake is something you also need to try, they sometimes have vegan options, but don't rely on...