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    January 1, 2022

    Where to Eat in the Kazimierz District of Krakow

    Krakow was not part of our plan, but COVID, with its own agenda of lockdown after lockdown, caused countries we planned on visiting to close their doors to us. A dear friend recommended Poland, knowing that my stomach very much directs my trip planning. Before I continue with a brief background, click here to skip to the breakdown on where to eat food in the Kazimierz district of Krakow.

    Long ago, Kazimierz was an independent city just outside Krakow. Eventually, it became a district of Krakow where both Jewish and non-Jewish Poles lived together. Nowadays, it's a vibrant community, full of (regulated) graffiti art, cafes, bars, and countless restaurants to keep you busy from when you first wake up to when you tipsily walk back to your accommodation at the end of the night. 

    There are many choices for a great meal within just over a one-kilometer radius. Our only problem was that we did not have enough time to get through the long list we quickly drew up. Here is an easy single-day food itinerary to help you eat well as you explore Krakow's Kazimierz district.

    Have Some Delicious Eggs Near Plac Nowy

    Eggs benedict on a white plate in a restaurant in Kazimierz district
    A plate of eggs Benedict with bacon at Alchemia.

    We started at Alchemia, which hosts a detached restaurant next to their bar along Plac Nowy ("new square"), the long-time main square of Kazimierz. Alchemia's restaurant serves an extensive brunch menu through 2 PM for those who like to sleep in. We picked two versions of their eggs Benedict along with two Americanos. The portions look massive but well-balanced. The bread that acted as seats for the eggs looked like logs on the plate, and I wondered if I could finish them. However, the bread was light and fluffy, and I finished my plate in less than twenty minutes.

    What to See Between Breakfast and Lunch

    A statue of a dragon breathing fire in action in front of the Wawel Castle In Krakow, Poland
    The Wawel dragon mid-fire in front of the castle grounds.

    Head towards the river and stop at the ethnographic museum located in the same square as the town hall (Plac Wolnica). If you want to do a longer trek, find the riverwalk and turn towards Wawel Castle. Take your time enjoying the views from the river as you head towards the statue of the Wawel Dragon (Smok Wawelski). You won't have to wait long to watch it spit fire, with the figure set to action every ten minutes. Take a few photos, and then head back to Plac Wolnica by the same riverwalk you came from. At that point, your stomach will be ready for lunch!

    Have Your Midday Meal at a Local Kazimierz Restaurant

    Marchewka z Groszkiem is located across Plac Wolnica in Kazimierz and serves local food to tourists and residents alike. If you come during the day, you will be invited to take a seat wherever is available. The menu choices present a lot of delectable options. After making some thorough and careful choices, we settled on starting with our own soups and sharing plates of pork ribs, potato pancakes, and duck-filled pierogi. 

    A closeup on a white sausage in a sour rye soup bowl
    Sour rye soup with white sausage.

    John started with the traditional sour rye soup with white sausage (Żurek na własnym zakwasie z białą kiełbasą). The soup was served with an entire sausage intact, and he had to carefully slice it without splashing everywhere.

    Chicken noodle soup overhead shot in a white bowl
    Chicken noodle soup in a white bowl.

    I started with the easier chicken noodle soup (rosół z makaronem). It was very comforting with quite a flavorful broth. Since this was also a light soup, it was a nice setup for the dishes that followed.

    Overhead shot of pork braised in honey sauce next to potato dumplings topped with arugula
    Braised pork with honey sauce and potato noodles.

    The pork ribs (Żeberka pieczone z miodem) were served with potato dumplings that absorbed the flavorful honey sauce. It was a savory, sweet dish and we couldn't eat it fast enough!

    Two potato pancakes next to mushroom sauce on a white plate
    Two potato pancakes are the perfect amount to order for a couple.

    When you order potato pancakes in Krakow, they usually come with a choice of topping. Your options could include a variety of savory toppings, such as sour cream or pork stew. That day we chose the mushroom sauce to accompany the crispy pancakes. 

    A cross section view of a bitten pierogi filled with duck meat
    A cross-section of the duck pierogi.

    There were also many options for pierogi fillings, but the ruskie-style duck filling stood out to us. We jumped at the premium duck option since we hadn't seen it as a choice in other restaurants.

    What to See Between Lunch and Dinner

    The remnant of a Jewish ghetto wall in Krakow Poland in winter with trees in the background
    Ghetto walls left from World War II to commemorate the Jewish ghetto in Krakow.

    Afterward, we walked across the river by crossing Father Bernatek's Bridge (Kładka Ojca Bernatka). At this point, you won't be in the Kazimierz district but in an important part of Krakow. Here you can pay homage to the Krakow Jewish ghetto erected during the Second World War. We walked through the historical neighborhood which holds remnants of the ghetto wall and viewed the Ghetto Heroes Square (Plac Bohaterów Getta). Further along is the Krakus Mound (Kopiec Kraka) set on top of a park where you can steal a view of the city on a clear day. Since we happened to visit during the winter season, the cloud cover dispelled our hopes of Instagram-worthy shots. After our self-tour, we were ready to head back to Kazimierz to eat more Polish food.

    Dinner at a Popular Kazimierz Restaurant in Krakow

    After our afternoon expedition, we headed back towards the central area of Kazimierz and visited Zalewajka. It's a charming restaurant where you will find rustic fare with a modern twist. The servers at this restaurant are notably helpful and enjoy providing their expertise on their menu. 

    Polish red borscht with pierogi in a bowl
    Polish red borscht with pierogi in a bowl.

    I started with the borscht pierogi soup (Barszcz Czerwony z Pierogami). Filled with earthy and porky flavor, this was my favorite soup of our entire trip.

    Polish stew in a gray bowl next to some slices of bread.
    Hunter's stew at Zalewajka with some slices of bread.

    I ordered the hunter's stew (Bigos), a medley of stewed meat, and mild sauerkraut along with sauteed onions. This rustic stew is meant to be eaten with big slices of bread used to scoop up the meat and vegetables. Bigos is an excellent choice if you are looking for a classic homestyle Polish dish.

    A rack of ribs at on a plate next to cabbage salad
    A rack of ribs with some cabbage salad.

    John ordered a rack of baby back ribs (Żeberka wieprzowe), making the most of the delicious Polish take on barbecued pork.

    A plate of chocolate lava cake dessert with ice cream with some powdered sugar
    A plate of chocolate lava cake dessert.

    We finished with a dessert of chocolate lava cake that came on a pretty decorated plate.

    Final Tip This food day can be best described as somewhat leisurely as you traverse through Kazimierz and other parts of Krakow. But this itinerary does require a lot of walking so make sure to pack some water to keep yourself hydrated.

    Where to Eat Food in Kazimierz, Krakow Breakdown

    Breakfast: Alchemia

    Recommended: Any eggs benedict option on their menu!

    Lunch: Marchewka z Groszkiem

    Recommended:

    • Potato pancake with mushroom sauce
    • Żeberka pieczone z miodem (honeyed pork bbq)
    • Duck pierogi

    Dinner: Zalewajka

    Recommended:

    • Barszcz Czerwony z Pierogami (red borscht with pierogi)
    • Bigos (hunter's stew)

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