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    Karakter

    4.2 (26 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Amazing delicious food, wine and desserts! Visit this restaurant in Krakow. The service is wonderful and the ambiance is welcoming. You won't be disappointed.

    Beef Tartare / creamy cold beetroot sauce / broad beans in butter / toast with dill mayonnaise.
    Anna W.

    "My daughter is reaching that age where she likes ponies. So now I can bring her here. 'Here's your fucking pony, right here.'" -- Anthony Bourdain on the horse tartare at The Black Hoof in Toronto. I never forgot this quote and always wanted to experience similar emotions to Anthony's before tasting raw horse meat. Today even The Black Hoof doesn't exist anymore. Karakter serves all kinds of unusual meats and dishes with a focus on offal. It's really worth trying this place. Actually horse meat tartare is one of their signatures. The MICHELIN Plate: Good cooking. My 'Beef Tongue' was soaked in forest fruit sauce and served with creamy mashed potatoes with wasabi sauce on the top. The salad was made of pak-choy, jalapeno, white radish and onion. It was different from anything I tried before. The meat was tender and very tasty. One of our appetizers, 'Veal Brain Pate', was extremely creamy, buttery and delicate. The combination of hot chilli peppers on toast was simply too overpowering. A plain piece of bread would be much better to dip in green onion oil with tomatoes, garlic and basil. We all agreed that 'Beef Rib' baked for eight hours was the best dish on our table. The Guinness sauce had more than three dimensions. It was a real journey. No one was too excited about 'Salmon Marinated in Ponzu Sauce'. The waiting time was ridiculous. Twenty minutes for drinks, and it was mostly draft beer. Fifty minutes for appetizers. Ninety minutes for main dishes. Maybe it would be fine if it's the middle of the day, but our table was ready at 9PM. That's why a reservation in advance is highly recommended and the only option. I have to admit, the food was the best part of our experience. Every dish we ordered was unique and one of a kind. Unfortunately, the main reason I chose Karakter was because they serve horse meat, and at the time of our visit they didn't have any. We didn't ask why. Seems like everyone eats ponies these days. I didn't like the atmosphere. There were loud kids and music, one big barking dog. The lights were too bright. The bathroom wasn't the cleanest. Plus, the long waiting time on top of everything was the worst. Despite all this I would definitely come back for food next time I'm in Kraków. Hopefully there will be time for dessert. The 'burnt egg yolk with sugar and anise liqueur with sorrel ice cream' looked interesting.

    Skirt steak
    Evgeniya G.

    Overall, Karakter offers excellent food, impeccable service, and a charming atmosphere, making it a must-visit. Highly recommended!

    Marlon T.

    I wish I could elaborate more, but all I really remember from going here is that the food was very unique/sophisticated/flavorful, but was also super cheap! We seriously could not believe how cheap it was. Service was great and the atmosphere was very sleek/pleasant. I rarely give 5 stars but this is an instance I just have to. For a fancy dinner without the fancy price, come to Karakter!

    Beef tongue soaked in forest fruit sauce; salad of bok choy, jalapeño, white radish, onion; potato purée with wasabi sauce
    David K.

    Karakter is a chef-driven restaurant in the heart of Kazimierz, offering a menu full of unusual meat dishes and globally-inspired flavors. For our starter, we ordered the raw horse meat (my first time ever trying horse), which was slightly chewy and lean, but not all that indistinguishable from beef! The horse meat was topped with a beautiful golden egg yolk and slices of smoked lard and black sesame, and the whole thing was served over grilled asparagus. The egg yolk and orange mayo combined to form an unctuous sauce, which was perfect for dipping with some bread. Our main dishes took quite a while to arrive, but the highlight of the meal was the beef tongue, which was served as one long slice and was soaked in a "forest fruit" sauce and served with a salad of chopped bok choy, jalapeño, white radish, and onion in a slightly creamy dressing. The dish also came with a potato puree topped with a green wasabi sauce, which had a spicy horseradish kick. This was such a creative dish with so many flavors going on--the sweet/acidic berry sauce paired with the tender, meaty beef tongue but was contrasted by the refreshing chopped salad and the spice of the wasabi. And finally, we ordered a plate of the mussels in a sauce of green curry with lime and roasted peppers. This dish came with a super generous portion of mussels, along with a salad of greens/radicchio in a creamy dressing and baguette slices on the side. The best part of this dish was definitely the green curry sauce, made with plenty of coconut milk and lemongrass, and it was perfect for soaking up with the bread! The menu here featured so many amazing flavors (I had barely scratched the surface), and every dish came at an incredible value too!

    Mahesh P.

    Simple yet complex "modern" cuisine. The menu is vaguely pan-european, with plates ranging from Italian classics like Trippa alla Parmigiana, to a modern Polish take on pork neck. It's all done remarkably well, with the classics tasting, well *classic*, and the modern stuff being surprisingly exciting. Add in a vibrant wine list, friendly staff, and a clean/airy interior, and this turns into one of those places that you keep coming back to!

    Dill ice cream

    Came here on a Thursday at noon, the place had just opened up and we had no idea what an amazing culinary extravaganza was waiting for us The food was out of this world delicious, even the dill ice cream. Had the 8 hour cooked brisket, the steak, parmesan mashed potatoes, the burnt salmon and everything was just incredible. Can't recall the last time we enjoyed food this much. Not sure how it is for the locals but being from the US, the prices were super affordable. The service was wounderful as well, Kosha took a great care of us, she is very sweet and helpful. Made reservations to come back tomorrow:) Make reservations ahead of time as the place gets busy quickly.

    Emma F.

    We had lunch here. The server felt not so interested in us. The food was ok for lunch but nothing special. We had higher expectations since the restaurant was Michelin recommended.

    Beetroot ice cream cake
    Oguzhan E.

    I came here as a recommedation from a local friend. Since we already had a dinner at my favourite place in Krakow (Zenit), I felt like at least we can visit for a dessert and some coffee. Since I didnt try food here, it will be unfair to compare it with Zenit. However based on the dessert I ate, chocolate cake with rabarber ice cream which was really good combined with the nice ambience, it made me think that next time I should try the whole dinner here.

    Good mussels/soup but it was cold pretty fast!

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    The highlights were the beef ribs, the lasagna and the chicken leg with coriander and chili.

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    Zazie Bistro - Beef Boulignon

    Zazie Bistro

    4.2(48 reviews)
    0.2 kmKazimierz, Śródmieście
    $$

    Oh! Zazie, Zazie Bistro, I was waiting to try you for a while. When I finally had occasion to taste…read moresomething from the menu, it left me with a feeling of disappointment mixed with a dash of irritation. The lunch menu looked very promising. I decided to have one cheese raviolo with chanterelles mushrooms and butter. Also, I chose snails with fava beans, orzo pasta, hollandaise sauce and fresh dill :). Honestly, both dishes were very tiny, heavy on butter, and were also pretty bland. I enjoyed the raviolo, but the mushrooms needed more salt at least. The snails had only texture, no taste. They skimped on pasta, but not on butter or sauce. If I didn't have a beer, I would leave the restaurant hungry. Surprisingly, I wasn't offered or suggested to order any bread or baguette with my food, and they didn't give any with the meal. It would add some balance and texture, plus it's a cheap way to make people feel happy. I thought the zabaione was too sweet, but I enjoyed it the most anyway. I also don't understand why they were making such a big deal about having reservations. I wanted to grab lunch the day before, but only tables downstairs in the empty basement were offered. The restaurant actually wasn't busy at the moment, and I could even sit at the bar with no problem. I came back the next day and the first floor had only three tables occupied during my whole visit, including mine. My server was polite, and the place was cute. I liked the solid and heavy silverware, but wished my food was tastier and the chef more thoughtful.

    You really can't beat the price! Cheapest Michelin Restaurant in Europe. Yes please. My group had a…read moregreat experience here, we tasted many dishes and it didn't break the bank. We had the shrimp panko, as well as beef tartare for an appetizer. Then we each ordered a main dish, a cocktail, and then split a bottle of Prosecco. Portions were just fine for what they are. You can't go into a Michelin rated restaurant expecting huge portions, but we all left feeling full and satisfied. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce that came with them was delicious. The beef tartare was excellent and full of flavor. I had the pasta with shrimp and muscles and it was sooooo good. The muscles had the most flavor out of any other muscle dish I've ever tried. I would definitely come back if I'm ever in town again!

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    Zazie Bistro - Basement wine library

    Basement wine library

    Zazie Bistro - Pasta

    Pasta

    Zazie Bistro - September '2022 Menu

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    September '2022 Menu

    Cyrano de Bergerac - Vibe

    Cyrano de Bergerac

    4.3(18 reviews)
    1.4 kmŚródmieście, Stare Miasto
    $$$$

    I had been waiting to eat here forever. I was not disappointed. It's fantastic. White glove…read moreservice but not snobby as I was wearing a button up and jeans. The food is some of the best I have ever eaten. If you want French cuisine in Poland don't miss this. It knocks out most of the restaurants I've eaten at in Paris. (No Yelp back then to review). The dining area is all original 500 years old below ground. The exposed brick and candles make it lovely. Not good for kids or large groups but it's not to be missed. Update: just returned for dinner 8/9/19 I will just say that it's as great or better than my previous dinner. Do not miss it. Service is impeccable and the food just wonderful.

    The waiter who served us during this wonderful dinner is one of the most professional waiter we…read morehave ever met! He makes this dinner to one of the most memorable ever! The underground location in an old brick cellar is just stunning and has a lovely warm feeling. We had starters, main and dessert. The main menu was deer medallions with black lilac and blackberries and entire lobster with cognac sauce for my wife - both tasted delicious! To the lobster our professional waiter recommends a chardonnay from Uruguay(!) and it was one of the best chardonnay we have taste ever! The service, the staff, the food, the wine - the whole feeling was great! I would highly recommend this place for a high-quality meal! NB: Book ahead as it obviously has a good reputation!

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    Cyrano de Bergerac
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    ZaKładka - Beef steak similar to flank steak

    ZaKładka

    4.0(35 reviews)
    0.8 kmStare Podgórze, Podgórze
    $$$

    My wife and I have been in Poland for over a week and we wanted a Polish meal a little different…read morefrom typical Polish cuisine and we were very pleased with this restaurant. The service was very good. We took the recommendation of our waiter for food selection and his recommendations were excellent. My wife had a beef dish that tasted like hangar or flank steak. It was very tasty. I was more adventurous and chose the black pudding, something I have never had before. It also was very good. Puff pastry for dessert that we shared. I highly recommend this restaurant.

    I'm sitting at ZaKlada right now, basking in the glow of some classically prepared mussels…read more(delivered on Thursdays so plan accordingly), a very pleasant Italian Pinot Grigio, and a basket of bread for soaking up the liquor the mussels came in. I wish I had room for more, like the honey melon & Rosette de Lyon or the beef tartare. Or any of the "sweet endings" like the mascarpone & summer fruits mousse. The service was very good; the laid-back European approach but with my server making herself visible if I needed anything. All I had to do was smile and she was right over. With the menu's wide variety, I'll have to come back at least once more before I head home and taunt my wife because she missed out on the duck leg confit, which I know would've been her first choice. If you enjoy French cuisine or would like to try it for the first time, ZaKlada is worth trying!

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    ZaKładka - Classically prepared mussels with pomme frites.

    Classically prepared mussels with pomme frites.

    ZaKładka - Black Pudding with sausage

    Black Pudding with sausage

    ZaKładka - A nice Italian Pinot Grigio. Go for the 0.5 liter carafe. It's a really only two generous glasses by American standards.

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    A nice Italian Pinot Grigio. Go for the 0.5 liter carafe. It's a really only two generous glasses by American standards.

    Restauracja La Fontaine - Delicious Polish Borscht!

    Restauracja La Fontaine

    4.4(5 reviews)
    1.3 kmŚródmieście, Stare Miasto

    It may be a beautiful location with good French cuisine, but the stiff atmosphere and service that…read moredidn't suit the price and the venue will probably prevent me from going back there. I went there with a girlfriend for a ladies' dinner, we were the only (and then the only but one other table) guest in the restaurant and, as we had sth to celebrate, ordered for 4 times as much as you usually spend on a good dinner in Krakow. We were served by 3 waiters, one nice, one stiff and one not attentive. My glass was taken away before I finished my champagne, my cutlery as well although I still needed it, we waited an eternity to ask to the bill, another eternity to get the bill and one more to pay and to find someone who knew where our coats were put away. But the worst of all was the impression that the service guys find us two, with our chats and laughter "inappropriate" for this "noble" place. And after all we are two quite polite and well mannered girls, who do visit expensive restaurants from time to time... and a really noble restaurant feels different (e.g. you can have fun there :)) Thus, the next time I have some money to spend on eating-out in Krakow, I will do it in some other place, a place where I can ENJOY it.

    Amazing food!!! For an appy I got the Norwegian salmon plate that came with a shot of vodka and the…read moreduck as the main. My husband got the Caesar salad and he said it was the best salad he ever had. Salad included some big strips of bacon and a poached egg. We sat outside and were so surprised there weren't many people. Very friendly service too. So glad we went there!

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    Restauracja La Fontaine - Roasted duck

    Roasted duck

    Restauracja La Fontaine - Mouthwatering Duck cooked in cherries with a side of dumplings and red cabbage. Yum!!

    Mouthwatering Duck cooked in cherries with a side of dumplings and red cabbage. Yum!!

    Restauracja La Fontaine - Caesar salad

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    Caesar salad

    Hevre - Mushroom zapikanki

    Hevre

    4.8(4 reviews)
    0.3 kmKazimierz, Śródmieście

    Came to see the former synagogue transformed into a bar/restaurant! Nice job in making it a fully…read morefunctioning restaurant with great drinks and a nice menu. We kinda just came for drinks and a app. I suggest making reservations as this place is busy!! Luckily we got seated pretty much after we got there as we had a reservation. They have some outdoor seating but lots inside. Cool, noisy vibe . This is one of the places your told to go when looking up bars and restaurants in Krakow. So maybe a but touristy too. Our group had a G&T, Prosecco , French 75 and a Negroni. All made well but did take awhile to come out. We also ordered some carbs ! Fries and their traditional mushroom Zapikanki, which translates to mushroom casserole. Even though it comes on bread! This is delicious ! Creamy buttery mushrooms with cheese and greens in top. Yum. Nice thick cut fries too. Glad we checked this place out. It was a little loud and the device a little slow. Definitely a happening place though !

    This is for sure my favorite place in Krakow. This is a restaurant inside of an old synagogue…read more There are 3 floors and tables outside. They serve Pilsner Urquell as their main beer. Also there's a secret hall downstairs. I really enjoyed this place, visited it at least 3 times during my short stay in the town. Also, they have some social events on the top floor. Great people work there. I love this place and definitely recommend it!

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    Hevre - Event

    Event

    Hevre - Eggs Benedict

    Eggs Benedict

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    Top floor

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