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At Kieliszki na Próżnej, wine is the lead instrument. The restaurant’s portfolio of over 250 bottles, sourced from small and medium European producers with a strong focus on Italy, sets the stage. “When you sit, you understand that everything is about wine,” observed Francois Ropert. The team, including Poland’s Sommelier Champion, guides guests through pairings with ease.
The kitchen works in close concert, seeking the ideal balance between glass and plate. The concise menu offers light, modern interpretations of Polish classics, built on local, seasonal products. Michelin’s 2019 guide called lunch “a steal,” and the restaurant now holds a Bib Gourmand for its consistent good quality and value. Dishes such as beef tartare with buckwheat and horseradish, or roasted sea bass with oriental vegetables and ginger, show a kitchen that respects tradition while looking forward. Top Poland described the food as “traditional yet modernized and served with a tapas attitude.”
The atmosphere is relaxed but refined. Warsaw Insider called Kieliszki na Próżnej “the epitome of upscale casual dining.” With counter seating, an outdoor terrace, and a wine list that invites exploration, the pace is unhurried. The restaurant is part of the Ferment Group, and its catering menus reflect the same seasonal, product-driven ethos. Whether for a full dinner or a glass at the counter, this is a place that puts the marriage of food and wine at the centre.
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good quality, good value cooking
Interior and Atmosphere The restaurant is located in an old tenement building in the city center. It is a paradise for wine lovers – the extensive selection can cater to every guest's needs. Kitchen and Chef The menu is original, based on seasonal ingredients, and the head chef surprises with imagination and boldness in pairing flavors. Seriola with white asparagus, buttermilk, and trout roe, beef tartare with smoked bacon, horseradish, buckwheat groats, and sherry sauce, guinea fowl with morels, or a dessert waffle with farmhouse cream, strawberries, and wild strawberries – these are just a few examples of very successful combinations. Service and Occasions The relaxed atmosphere of the venue – no tablecloths, wooden tables, black-and-white wall graphics, glasses suspended above the bar – makes it perfect for both a business lunch and a dinner with friends.
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