Bistro Výmenička — Restaurant in Bratislava

Bistro Výmenička

I recently visited Bistro Výmenička in Bratislava-Dúbravka and here is my review:

Atmosphere & concept

Located at Bagarova 16 in the Dúbravka district of Bratislava, this spot is quite interesting: it was opened in late 2022 in what used to be a “výmenníková stanica” (a kind of utility station) and the owners embraced that with a young, community-driven vibe. The interior has a relaxed, informal feel appropriate for meeting friends, having a drink, playing games (they mention table football, darts, mini-air hockey) and enjoying something more casual than a formal dinner. There is also a winter terrace and events such as “Sicílsku noc” held there, making it more than just a restaurant.

Food & drinks

The menu leans towards burgers, pizzas (notably a “pinsá” or Roman-style pizza), and other fun dishes rather than haute cuisine. For example, on their delivery menu you’ll see burgers with aged chuck roll beef, bacon smoked on beech wood, served with fries and dip. They also list pizzas with 72-hour fermented dough, which suggests some care in preparation. Drinks and beer are well-featured: being a bistro with “traditional Slovak beer, good drinks and games” part of the offering.

What works

The food seems to get a lot of positive feedback: On ZľavaDňa the place has a 9.2/10 rating based on 7 reviews, with particular praise for the burger/side combination: fries, dip, good portions.

The casual, fun vibe makes it a good option for a relaxed evening out with friends rather than a formal date.

Location is convenient for the Dúbravka / Bratislava-West area, so if you are staying or living in that area it’s a solid pick.

The game and community aspect is a nice bonus and differentiator.

Things to keep in mind / potential drawbacks

It’s not a fine dining restaurant: If you’re expecting a quiet, romantic evening with gourmet cuisine, this might not match.

Some reviews mention issues: For example a review on Tripadvisor criticized the toilets and overall presentation: „In the central area … there are tables that create the impression of a station buffet … in the toilets, the floor is greasy from urine. Big Disappointment.”

It appears they are more focused on the afternoon / evening crowd (opening hours start at 14:00 on many days) so for a lunch or early dine you might have to check their current hours.

If you are looking for vegetarian/vegan-only or super health-focused cuisine, this won’t necessarily be the top pick (they focus on burgers, meat etc).

My verdict

Bistro Výmenička is a fun, laid-back place where you can enjoy a decent burger or pizza, a drink, and a friendly evening with friends. For its genre (casual bistro/bar vibe) it seems to deliver quite well — good food portions, good value and a lively atmosphere. If you’re in the Dúbravka area or willing to head there, it’s worth a visit. Just keep moderate expectations about the setting and don’t go expecting fine dining polish.

If you like, I can check the latest menu with seasonal specials or find which nights the events are held there. Would...

Navštívené: 6.2.2023,17:37 Musím povedať, že už dlhšie som to tu chcel navštíviť a hlavne po tom, čo som si všimol reklamu na Facebooku. Išiel som práve z Devínskej Kobyly a som si povedal, tak prečo sem nezakotviť po 14 km v nohách.

Výmenička ma taký hostinecký interiér a pripomínalo mi to tie klasické české lokále, kde sa čapuje dobre pivo a vládne pohodová atmosféra. Možno som bol troška prekvapený, že sme vnútri boli len traja ľudia 🤔, ale tak možno to bolo tou hluchou hodinkou v pondelok.

Keď idem na samotné pivo, tak áno, Corgoň nie je lichotivá teda značka piva, ktorú by ste si želali piť ale, napíšem jedno veľké ALE? Toto musíte zažiť. Dámy a páni, pili ste niekedy skoro dokonale načapovaný Corgoň z krígľa v ktorom sa normálne tvoria krúžky na pohári?😍 Toto nezažijete v dedinskom pajzli, toto zažijete vo Výmeničke, do psej matere! Nie som žiadny obdivovateľ teda Corgoňa ale normálne kvalitne načapovaný Corgoň sa dá celkom fajn piť. Má to povesť robotníckeho piva na dedine ale pomer cena/výkon je naozaj, že veľmi dobrý. Za 1,60 € dostanete 10° 11° 12°, čo je veľmi fajn na rok 2023. Na výčape majú aj remeselné pivo Bradáč pre tých, ktorý už nemôže cítiť Corgoňa. Čo sa týka poldeci, tak ceny sa pohybujú od 1,20 € za vodku, gin a UM za 1,10 €, čo je naozaj veľmi dobrá cena. Takže denné menu vo Výmeničke dostanete za neskutočných 2,80 €!!!!!!

Celkové hodnotenie dávam: 5/5* a toto je dobrý deal. Ešte viac ľudí v podniku a o zábavu je postarané a nákupy sa môžu začať. PS: Dá sa tu aj fajčiť, ale musíte si vypýtať...

I ordered a signature burger called Corgon, I wanted a spicy burger and I really liked it, a delicious meat patty combined with cheese with pieces of well-fried salama, seasoned with jalapenos - it's TOP. The fries are crispy, served with a pretty good sauce, I like the interplay of flavors between the burger and the fries with the sauce. Of the signature beers, my favorite was...