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Restauracja Wierzynek
🍽️FoodOpen now · Closes 10:00 PM$$$ · Expensive

Restauracja Wierzynek

4.4 ·

Step into Restauracja Wierzynek, a royal-rooted dining room in the heart of Krakow's Old Town. Settle in beneath stained glass and knightly decor for refined Polish dishes like venison with black truffle.

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Full description

Restauracja Wierzynek traces its origins to the 14th century and presents itself as one of the oldest restaurants in Poland, with a dining room dressed in armour, knights' sabers and stained glass. Reviewers praise precise, polite service and refined plates such as venison with toasted hazelnuts and black truffle, as well as a wild boar bourguignon.

At 4.4 stars from nearly 1,500 reviews and an expensive price level, it works best as a special-occasion lunch or dinner for couples or small groups. Expect a formal, historic atmosphere rather than a casual bite.

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Address

Rynek Główny 16, 31-008 Kraków, Poland · Stare Miasto
Website
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Hours

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Booking

Booking recommended

Duration

1h45

Best time

lunchtime, afternoon, early evening or evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

  • Reserve well in advance, especially for groups, since one party of seven mentioned popular dishes like pierogi selling out
  • order the venison or wild boar dishes that reviewers single out
  • allow around 105 minutes for an unhurried meal
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Reviews

This restaurant was recommended by a Polish client of mine in Switzerland. It was a great experience from beginning to end! I highly recommend the ambience, food and service were perfect.

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Barry Cook

4/5

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