instytut.bar — Restaurant in Warsaw

Unauthorized use of my artwork — disappointing behavior from a public venue

As a professional visual artist working in both digital and physical media, I was appalled to discover that instytut.bar in Warsaw had displayed an unauthorized replica of my artwork without my knowledge or consent. This image was used prominently in the venue — not as a private tribute, but as a visual lure for attracting customers, directly contributing to their commercial gain.

It is unacceptable for any establishment, especially one that positions itself within creative and cultural circles, to exploit an artist’s intellectual property without permission or credit.

After I contacted the bar, the unauthorized replica was promptly removed. While this action partially restores some respect toward the owners, the initial act remains a clear violation of artistic integrity and ethics.

Such disregard for artists’ rights is a serious issue, and I strongly advise the management — and others — to rethink how they engage with creative content...

Definitely one of the best cruise bars in the world. Very nice, new and clean. Probably the cleanest of its kind in the world. Great service. Went on Thursday night, wasn’t super busy but it was busy enough. I got there at 10pm ish and I think it gotten busier at around midnight. Had loads of fun. I’m going there again this weekend. Haha.. Boys are mixed. Most guys have an average body. Not many super fit ones but there was definitely a fair amount of well hung guys. Friday and Saturday nights gotta be even better I hope. I was the only Asian there, and I love being the only Asian at places like this. Love the attention. I’m a top but boy… I was busy on the knees the whole night. Haha.. 😛 PS: anyone that gives a 5 star review deserves a free drink...

Actually ran into here accidentally, thinking that it's a regular bar, to kill time before going to a sauna but holy hell this provided such a better experience than the two major saunas in Warsaw offered- unlike them this is a big facility with two floors, labyrinth, many rooms and a weird hall underground- and many people of a wide age range on Tuesday of all days. The bar is also nice and sweet, although lacking many sophisticated cocktails it has all the basics. The blond guy served me all night, who was very helpful and did a great Martini, Old Fashioned and Aperol Spirits, next time I wish he talks more about the cocktails but it's on me for not asking. Thank you for the whole experience. And oh, Tuesdays seem to be naked day so come with...