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16 Hala Koszyki FOOD MARKETS F-10, ul. Koszykowa 63, MPolitechnika Tons of world cuisine eateries of various sizes packed into one fully restored secessionist market place. This is THE place to be in Warsaw. Į iyp.me/148046
1 How You Doin’? G-10, ul. Piękna 28/34, MPolitechnika Still suffering from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. withdrawal symptoms? Then this cafe dedicated to the sitcom will ease the pain. If only temporarily... Į iyp.me/151322
1 Hustler Gentlemen’s Club H-8, ul. Nowy Świat 3, MCentrum This exclusive adult playground full of beautiful ladies in the centre of Warsaw is the one and only Hustler Club in Europe. Į iyp.me/150946
12 Vodka Museum F-5, ul. Wierzbowa 9/11, MRatusz Arsenał There’s more to Polish vodka than meets the eye visit this utterly fascinating museum and learn more about the history of this fine spirit Į iyp.me/154053
17 Hard Rock Cafe AMERICAN E-8, ul. Złota 59 (Złote Tarasy), MCentrum Rock on in Warsaw with big, juicy burgers, classic cocktails and a mass of music Rock Shop memorabilia that have made HRC a global success. Į iyp.me/31381
2 Kawiarnia Krucza 23 G-9, ul. Krucza 23/31, MCentrum A great little café! Excellent coffees (drip, chemex and aeropress), cool teas, wines and beers plus a range of fashionable soft drinks. Į iyp.me/134942
2 Playhouse Gentleman’s Club D-5, Al. Solidarności 82A, MRatusz Arsenał Voted the best strip club in the world, this adult Playhouse (no Pee Wees) covers three floors, with four bars and over 60 sizzling ladies. Į iyp.me/143671
1 AleGloria POLISH H-9, Pl. Trzech Krzyży 3, MCentrum Magnificent, enjoyably over-the-top restaurant in the finest part of Warsaw where the strawberry-themed decor appears amazingly at home. Į iyp.me/89879
18 Merliniego STEAK H-16, ul. Merliniego 5, MWierzbno Steak specialists with a Michelin recommendation in 2017 and 2018 - enough said! Steaks, seafood and wines galore in Merliniego. Į iyp.me/68080
3 PKO Rotunda Cafe F/G-8, ul. Marszałkowska 100/102, MCentrum This iconic Warsaw building has returned, now with a cafe and meeting spot inside with top panoramic views - watch as the world goes by... Į iyp.me/166377
3 Sogo Club H-7, Al. Jerozolimskie 6, MCentrum The largest strip club in Warsaw (1200m2)! Beautiful women, 2 bars, VIP Rooms and private rooms with dedicated bars are all here to enjoy! Į iyp.me/156377
Warsaw is a vibrant European capital that is moving and shaking at a pace that even Berlin can’t keep up with. This modern metropolis has not only emerged as an economic powerhouse and attractive destination for global business, it is also a hub of cutting-edge culture, astonishing gastronomy, world class entertainment and stay-up-all nightlife. Not to be overlooked, Warsaw is also home to some of Europe’s most innovative, groundbreaking and inspiring museums. Get to know this exciting city today because Warsaw is the city of tomorrow.
2 B52 Restaurant INTERNATIONAL G-8, ul. Marszałkowska 84/92, MCentrum B52 has landed on Warsaw’s main city centre artery ul. Marszałkowska and brought great food, drinks (including fish bowls) and music! Go! Į iyp.me/162792
19 Namaste India INDIAN G-8, ul. Nowogrodzka 15, MCentrum We’ve tried pretty much everything and have yet to find a weak link. It simply doesn’t get much better for Indian food in Warsaw. Į iyp.me/19463
1 Bistro Bar WuWu K-2/3, Plac Konesera 1, MDworzec Wileński A perfect blend of modern Polish cuisine and refreshing approach to Polish vodka. Wonderful food, exciting cocktails and inspiring location. Į iyp.me/165823
1 Art Gallery Amber Silver Line F-4, Rynek St. Miasta 9/11/13, MRatusz Arsenał Gorgeous handcrafted jewellery from amber (certified Polish origin), crystal, silver and gold. Heads of state and royalty have shopped here! Į iyp.me/115011
In print since 2001, Warsaw In Your Pocket is the best source for meticulously up-to-date information on everything to see and do in Poland’s capital. Though it represents only a small fraction of our efforts to bring you memorable local experiences, this miniguide is meant to help you navigate the city and easily discover the best it has to offer, no matter your interests.
Beef n’ Pepper STEAK F-9, ul. Nowogrodzka 47A, MCentrum A smart, urban steakhouse and bar. All the beef comes from local cattle (28 days wet-aged), keeping quality up and prices reasonable. Į iyp.me/136357
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Enklawa - The Legendary Nightlife F-6, ul. Mazowiecka 12, MNowy Świat-Uniwersytet The longstanding venue on Warsaw’s part strip has undergone a revamp! Classy, sassy and full of fun with 3 bars, VIP booths and dancefloor! Į iyp.me/19704
Ceramika Bolesławiec F-8, Al. Jerozolimskie 49, MCentrum F-3, ul. Freta 14, MRatusz Arsenał The ideal Polish gift - Bolesławiec ceramics! Buy in store, online or make your own in their Pomaluj.art studio! Į iyp.me/161404
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Bollywood Lounge
JAPANESE G-7, ul. Nowy Świat 46, MNowy Świat-Uniwersytet Going strong for 10 years, they’re doing all the right things to be here so long! Great menu sets and lunch options = a great place to eat. Į iyp.me/52001
A restaurant ideally situated on lively Nowy Świat and more popular than ever. Discounts galore are on offer. Great food and shisha! Į iyp.me/41452
A modern and elegant restaurant with creative dishes on the stylish ul. Emilii Plater, which on its own adds a pre-war touch of class. Nice. Į iyp.me/162671
Right in the heart of Warsaw’s legendary Mazowiecka party street, Room 13 is not to be missed. Į iyp.me/108063
Designer Outlet Warszawa ul. Puławska 42E, Piaseczno, MWilanowska The classiest looking outlet we’ve seen, located just outside southern Warsaw in Piaseczno. Easy to get to, where 30-70% discounts await! Į iyp.me/162832
5 Brooklyn House AMERICAN D-7, Al. Jana Pawła II 18, MRondo ONZ Cool before, and cooler now, following a revamp! The burgers and tacos are definitely recommended. Great food, and easy to get to. Enjoy. Į iyp.me/128037
22 Restauracja Różana POLISH H-13, ul. Chocimska 7, MPole Mokotowskie A two-floor pre-war villa full of chichi touches, flowers and crockery. Come for the elegant interiors, stay for the fantastic food. Į iyp.me/20082
4 SEN J-7, Ul. Wioślarska 6, MCentrum Nauki Kopernika The name = ‘dream’ and visiting this restaurant/ club is like stepping into one (the sights!). The food, drinks and music are inspiring. Go! Į iyp.me/165709
5 Dom Mody KLIF B-4, ul. Okopowa 58/72 Klif has been attracting fashion lovers for 20+ years with Polish and foreign boutiques, and big brands. Super easy to get to! A must visit. Į iyp.me/18533
ITALIAN
F-4, ul. Długa 6, MRatusz Arsenał F-4, ul. Wąski Dunaj 4/6/8, MRatusz Arsenał Ciao Napoli’s pizzas are awesome, need we say more? They have two amazing restaurants in the Old Town. Į iyp.me/157919 8
Czerwony Wieprz
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C-7, ul. Żelazna 68, MRondo ONZ Workers of the world unite around a large choice of well-presented Socialist Bloc cuisine. Legend has it Lenin even ate here in 1909... Į iyp.me/21453 9
Dawne Smaki
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F-4, ul. Piwna 40/42, MRatusz-Arsenał Warsaw’s newest Polish eatery - what it lacks in size, it makes up for in taste. A picture perfect interior compliments the soulful menu. Į iyp.me/162882 24 25
Silk & Spicy
THAI
G-8, ul. Żurawia 16/20, MCentrum L-6, ul. Francuska 49 Sushi and Thai battle it out at this slick restaurant. Get lavish silk and spice and everything nice. Į iyp.me/114054 26 27
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The Alchemist GastroPub
F-5, Plac Piłsudskiego 3, MRatusz Arsenał 8 taps await on the Alchemist’s patented “Beer Wall”. Pour yourself as many local craft beers as you like using their “Beer Wall card”. Į iyp.me/146093 6
The ROOTS Cocktail Bar & more
F-5, ul. Wierzbowa 11, MRatusz Arsenał This shrine to the art of mixed drinks, full of vintage shakers and bartending books, offers signature drinks for cocktail connoisseurs. Į iyp.me/148543 7
Whiskey in the Jar
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F-6, ul. Mazowiecka 13, MNowy Świat-Uniwersytet
Ciao Napoli
PAM Restaurant
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INTERNATIONAL F-9, ul. Emilii Plater 9/11, MPolitechnika
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INDIAN G-7, ul. Nowy Świat 58, MNowy Świat-Uniwersytet
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11 Polish Vodka Museum K-2/3, Pl. Konesera 1, MDworzec Wileński Warsaw’s newest museum packed with multimedia! Learn about the fascinating history and production of Poland’s national drink. Na Zdrowie! Į iyp.me/156520
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FACTORY Outlet Pl. Czerwca 1976r. 6 (Ursus) ul. Annopol 2 (Białołęka) Poland’s first Outlet style mall offering large discounts on a wide-range of well-known brands. Į iyp.me/100365 8
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Galeria Młociny
ul. Zgrupowania AK Kampinos 15, MMłociny Warsaw’s newest shopping mall with 200+ shops, an eat and meet area, cinema and much more! To get there, go straight to M1 Metro to Młociny! Į iyp.me/160972 9 10
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G-7, ul. Nowy Świat 49, MŚwiętokrzyska Dawne Smaki thrives on old style Polish cooking, so get ready to sample a comprehensive range of home-grown specialities. Į iyp.me/116386
G-7, ul. Chmielna 1/3, MCentrum D-6, Al. Jana Pawła II 29, MRatusz Arsenał The popular NY brand has an impressive new venue in the heart of Warsaw! Great food/drinks and deals. Į iyp.me/166412
G-9/10, ul. Marszałkowska 53, MPolitechnika After success in Poznań, Wrocław and Łódź, WitJ is now in Warsaw, dealing in food and cocktails! The rock house vibe is not to be missed! Į iyp.me/166372
H-9, ul. Mokotowska 63, MCentrum L-7, ul. Francuska 27 This Polish brand specialises in customisable jewellery of all types, all engraved on-site for that personal touch. Į iyp.me/145122
10 Elixir by Dom Wódki POLISH F-5, ul. Wierzbowa 9/11, MRatusz Arsenał Stunningly presented, contemporary takes on Polish classics with a “food pairing” system which recommends vodkas to complement your dish. Į iyp.me/139076
28 Thai Thai THAI F-5, Pl. Teatralny 3, MRatusz Arsenał Run by the Godfather of Warsaw’s Thai cuisine, Surachart Urajaroen, this is the real deal and the results from the kitchen are wonderful. Į iyp.me/116404
8 Woda Ognista H-9, ul. Wilcza 8, MCentrum Stunning 1920s-30s interior decor with fantastic Polish style cocktails and light dishes to match. Authentic Varsovian style experience. Į iyp.me/154283
11 12 Victoria’s Secret C-2, Al. Jana Pawła II 82, MDworzec Gdański E-8, ul. Złota 59 (Złote Tarasy), MCentrum The renowned fashion brand has 2 stores in Warsaw, both bigger and better than ever Į iyp.me/156426
11 Folk Gospoda POLISH D-7, ul. Waliców 13, MRondo ONZ Find boys and girls in peasant attire rushing around carrying plates of fortifying Polish food (think heaps of duck). Į iyp.me/19801
29 30 Trattoria Da Antonio ITALIAN G-8, ul. Żurawia 18, MCentrum D-9, Al. Jerozolimskie 119 Italian family vibes, the menu features terrific specials alongside true classics. A Warsaw classic. Į iyp.me/126457
1 FSO Shooting Range accessibility ul. Jagiellońska 88/10B, MDworzec Wileński Shooting at FSO = adrenaline pumping fun, all under safe supervision and controlled environment. Shoot to your heart’s content! Recommended. Į iyp.me/155866
13 14 World of Amber F-4, ul. Świętojańska 11, MRatusz Arsenał F-4, ul. Piwna 12/14 and 26 World of Amber is literally a place filled with all things amber including three-masted ships. Į iyp.me/74958
12 13 Gościniec Polskie Pierogi POLISH G-7, ul. Nowy Świat 41, MNowy Świat-Uniwersytet F-4, ul. Podwale 19, MRatusz Arsenał Some say “the best dumplings in Warsaw” are here. Traditional Polish cuisine with an interior setting to match. Į iyp.me/152820
31 U Fukiera POLISH F-4, Rynek Starego Miasta 27, MRatusz Arsenał Well, well, well, isn’t this a fancy place? Indeed it is, in the heart of the Old Town, and one of the most famous restaurants in Warsaw! Į iyp.me/17994
2 Hulakula Leisure Centre accessibility J-4, ul. Jagiellońska 82B, MDworzec Wileński One of Warsaw’s best indoor entertainment centres - endless fun for kids and adults, with arcade games, bowling and soft-toy playgrounds! Į iyp.me/21563
AB Everest
14 Grand Kredens INTERNATIONAL D-9, Al. Jerozolimskie 111, MCentrum The decor is delightfully eclectic and food delectable. Few places in Warsaw match this for a fine, dare we say splendid dining experience. Į iyp.me/17976
32 Wabu Sushi & Japanese Tapas C-7, Plac Europejski 2, MRondo Daszyńskiego Experience exclusive dining in the Japanese Izakaya style (informal eating). No false pretences, just great food, all in a relaxed setting. Į iyp.me/129822
3 MK Bowling Entertainment Center accessibility ul. Zgrupowania AK Kampinos 15, MMłociny Warsaw’s newest entertainment center inside Galeria Młociny. 12 bowling lanes, 3 pool tables and VR experience await! They have a bar too! Į iyp.me/162815
VIP Detox
15 Guru Restaurant & Bar INDIAN G-8, ul. Widok 8, MCentrum Tried and tested Indian cuisine with a modern flare all in the ever transforming city centre! Perfect for casual and business dining guests! Į iyp.me/163079
33 34 Zapiecek POLISH G-7, ul. Nowy Świat 64, MNowy Świat-Uniwersytet G-5, ul. Krakowskie Przedmieście 55 A pierogi kitchen with a ‘Grandmother’s cottage’ feel full of delicious handmade doughy pockets of love. Į iyp.me/20791
4 5 Warsaw City Ice Rinks accessibility F-4, Rynek Starego Miasta, MRatusz Arsenał E-7, Plac Defilad 1, MSwiętokrzyska Skate around Warsaw Old Town’s Mermaid or Palace of Culture, here until February! Don’t miss out - it’s free! Į iyp.me/157504
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