We used to live in Chicago and have been to Poland twice. The Polish Cottage is the best Polish food that you can find anywhere in southern Arizona!! A little pricey, but well worth it!! read more

I love the cozy atmosphere here and Polish decor. I did a to- go order for this though. I tried their new vegan pierogies with a filling of mushrooms and buckwheat, caramelized onions and a side of house-made sauerkraut. They forgot to add the dill at first but brought me some when I asked. I added my own sour cream that I make by draining my homemade dairy- free yogurt. I really enjoyed trying their sauerkraut as they make it quite different than the one I make so it was fun and interesting. I enjoyed the pierogies but wished there were more mushrooms in the filling for more mushroom flavor and juiciness. I also wished the onions were more caramelized and browned. The dough didn't make me emotional thinking of my Polish grandma (I literally was brought to tears when I had the soft and tender vegan pierogies at Red Rock Deli in Albuquerque) but it was definitely good still and I am happy they added a vegan option. I hope to see more! It seemed to me like the service here would be great. Adorable place! My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite! read more

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Polish food on a road trip? That was a first for us, and honestly, it felt a little like pulling over for comfort you didn't know you needed. It definitely delivered where it mattered most, especially for my husband's Polish DNA cravings. The pierogies were good, the gołąbki held their own, and the salad... well, it showed up and did its job. No drama there. The space is where this place really leans in. Cute, full of character, with decor and music that actually make you feel like you've stepped into something authentic. That part gets an easy five stars. Service was warm and genuine. I didn't catch her name, but our server, a lovely young woman with long braids, was attentive, helpful, and made thoughtful suggestions without overdoing it. All in, it's not the kind of place you detour hours for, but if you find yourself nearby and craving something hearty and nostalgic, Polish Cottage fits the bill nicely. Sometimes a meal just needs to hug you a little, and this one did. read more

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My partner and I had been here once before for Dumpling Fest, and it was definitely one of our favorite stops for that food tour. This most recent time, I ordered the Kielbasa sandwich with a side of fried potatoes and a half order of the potato pancakes, and my partner ordered the pork cutlet. I have no complaints about the service or food, but I also don't have very high praise either. The pork cutlet was very dry and didn't come with any sauce, but the pancakes came with a side of applesauce and sour cream (which were very good with the potato pancake), so we ate the pork cutlet with sour cream, haha. The Kielbasa sandwich was good and tangy, but I wouldn't recommend it to somebody who's picky about sour flavors. I think my favorite thing that I ate there this most recent time was the potato pancakes: the texture was nice and chewy, and although the pancakes themselves didn't have much flavor, the sour cream and applesauce carried it a long way. Overall, I would say that Polish Cottage is worth the visit if you've never had Polish food, but I would recommend the pierogis above anything else. We had them during the Dumpling Fest, and they were one of our favorite dumplings from the event! read more

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Ambience: Taken back to my grandmothers house. She was Danish , but very European grandmothers house feel. Very well decorated, wooden floors , soft music in the background. Food: Sourdough bread with herb butter is delivered first. Awesome soft bread . For an appetizer we ordered the potato cakes. Thin delicious golden brown server with sour cream and apple sauce. Main dishes: kielbasa sandwich with pickle soup cabbage rolls with mashed potatoes and pirogi's. The pickle soup is amazing. A nice dill soup with meat, potatoes and carrots. Kielbasa sandwich: big full of sausage, pickle, tomato and slaw. Delightful. Cabbage rolls : HUGE, topped with homemade tomato sauce. My son says they are the best he has had. Guess I'm not making them at home anymore. Dessert: Polish apple cake with ice cream. Apple cake chock full of apples with a nice cinnamon finish, a must dessert for dinner. The staff is absolutely awesome. Our server Lex was wonderful, knowledgeable and very helpful with our questions. All in all a fantastic visit and wonderful meal Happy eating all. read more

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This was place OUTSTANDING so much that we went back two days in a row! We were down for a girls trip and fell in love with the place! Service was top notch! The pierogies were DIVINE! We got the potatoes with cheese and beef-both were phenomenal. I love the kielbasa and cabbage roll. The beef stew appetizer was also delicious but wish there was a bit more on the plate. Finally the desserts, the strawberry pierogies were very good but I didn't care for the sauce on top as it made it too sweet so maybe ask for that on the side BUT THE APPLE CAKE ROCKED MY SOCKS CLEAN OFF! Don't leave with out it! And if you see a pair of socks anywhere, they're probably mine! read more

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Polish Cottage is a hidden gem and absolutely worth a stop if you're craving something different. I went with the Polish Combo Plate--stuffed cabbage, smoked sausage, hunter's stew, and four pierogi--plus potato pancakes and a bowl of żurek. Everything hit. The sausage had fantastic flavor, and the hunter's stew was a standout (first time trying it, won't be the last). The pierogi--beef and potato/cheese--were both excellent, and the stuffed cabbage was comforting with a rich, well-balanced sauce. Not many great Polish spots around, but this one delivers. Easy parking, cozy cottage atmosphere, and food that feels authentic and satisfying. Definitely worth a visit. Plus the service is great and delivered with a smile! read more

Polish Cottage - Sample plate. - Polish Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

My son wanted a break from Mexican food. Lol. So I start scrolling on Yelp, took me a while but this place finally popped up on my app. Polish food in Tucson? No way!! What a lucky find. This place has two separate dining rooms and is beautifully decorated, it's like we stepped into someone's dining room in Poland. We were warmly welcomed by Karolina. Throughout the entire meal we were well taken care of. I wanted a nonalcoholic drink and mentioned that I love pineapple. Karolina said she will make me a pineapple mocktail. It was absolutely delicious. Here is what we ordered: - Pickle Soup - 8 Pierogis + side of Potato Pancakes - Hunter's Stew - Stuffed Cabbage + side of Vegetable Salad - Apple Cake It can't get anymore authentic than this. The food tastes like it came from recipes that has been passed down. I love pickles and I just had to try their pickle soup. It was the most unique thing I have ever had. Loved it!!! The Stuffed Cabbage is a winner. I ordered 8 pierogis and I was perplexed as to why I couldn't order 2 each of the 4 fillings. You are only allowed to pick two. I wished they offered fried pierogis as well. My son loved boiled ones so he enjoyed these more than me. It is not often I get a chance to have a Polish traditional dessert. So we ordered their Apple Cake. It was served warm where you can still see the steam. Get this!! Yelp needs to put this on their 100 list of Best Restaurants. read more

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I had a friend from out of town today and we were looking for something different. I absolutely love the Cottage because it reminds me of a small polish restaurant in Syracuse NY. We were seated immediately by one server, bread came to the table with a second server and water was placed. We were seated near the hostess station so the 3 servers were in and out with our closed menus on the table. A second table was seated, drinks and bread arrived as well as order taken. After 25 minutes I went to the first server and politely asked if there was a reason we were ignored. She sent another server- 5 more minutes. They did not understand why this was not appropriate. My friend is not as patient and walked out. We went elsewhere. No polish for me, no apple cake. Plain American food at a restaurant that has service. I'll get my polish in Syracuse next time I go. read more

Decided to randomly stop here for dinner and was not disappointed! Stared off with a honey beer while we waited for our food because we hadn't had that before. We're a fan of mead so decided to adventure. The beer wasn't overly sweet like some of the meads I've had and was closer to the taste of a honey toast. I ordered the Hunter's stew which I thoroughly enjoyed. The sausage was a nicely smoked kielbasa and the Sauerkraut had a nice flavor and consistency. I wasn't really able to taste the differences in the meats in the kraut aside from the texture. If you like Sauerkraut then you'll like this dish! Not pictured was the flight of granny's liquor which was nice 4 drink flight of their various berry Schnaps options which were good. We weren't planning on a flight but our waitress was able to see right through us and ask if we were after the flight which was not on the menu and we absolutely agreed to try. This restaurant is definitely saved in my bookmarks for when I'm in Tucson again. read more

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Service was good, very attentive and explained what everything was. Food was delicious-my Bushi made cabbage rolls with tomato soup and ground beef w/rice. Pierogi were delicious. Ended up taking cucumber salad, hunter's stew, sweet cream pierogi and kolaczki home. $119 for 2 combo plates, bogo 50% pierogi, 2 beers, mozzarella sticks, and strawberry crepe home. Decor plates, spoons, pictures, Small restaurant, but pretty busy for a Tuesday 5:30 dinner. I may be back for happy hour. read more

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As someone who grew up in a Polish family and visits Poland once or twice a year, this restaurant feels like home. It's the best Polish restaurant in Arizona, and without a doubt the best in America west of Chicago. Any time I'm passing through Tucson I always stop for a bowl of their zurek. read more

Cool spot that serves polish food. Came in for some to go pierogies to cook at a later time. They have a few Polish beers which I was excited to try the place has two dining areas. The restaurant is like what a Polish grandma's house would probably be like. read more

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Always a perfect visit with excellent food.I ordered the stuffed cabbage rolls my friend had a Reuben all delish and served hot.The Cottage decor is authentic & homey.Service was excellent as well.First time I saw their party room.Beautiful! Of course I'll be back ! read more

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A great visit to the Polish Cottage! Had the Polish Combo plate. Hot and tasty as always. The restaurant was nicely decorated for the Christmas holidays. Beer selection is lacking a little due to import issues. Can't blame the restaurant. I've been having a hard time finding any of my favorite imported beers from Ukraine and Romania as well. The cost of the imported beers has increased as well. About a dollar more than it was in March. But still worth it for the joy of Polish beer paired with Polish food. Highly recommend the Polish Cottage to anyone who want to try a taste of Eastern Europe. read more

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I went here for my husband and I's date night this past Friday night. We got there a little bit before 7pm and they closed at 8pm. We were the only ones in the restaurant that we could tell, though a couple left shortly after from the opposing room, which we didn't look in. We were given the option of a table or a booth and picked booth. The service was friendly and the server was great at answering our questions! I will say that service could have been better though.. we ordered two cocktails. When the server came around and asked how the drinks were I let her know that one we enjoyed however the other, we did not like at all (do NOT order that apple cocktail)! She answered, "okay" and walked away. I was hoping she would address it later maybe, especially since this happened after the other issues we had during our meal. However, she never brought it up again so I thought it was odd that she ended that interaction that way. I don't understand the point of asking if you don't really care about customer's answer. Just don't ask. If I feel it's a great enough issue, I will bring it up. The other issue I'm referring to regarding the service is our server being very out of sorts. After ordering our cocktails, we also ordered two appetizers while still looking at the menu. A little bit later, we then ordered our meal. We got the two person combo, both with Hunter's Stew. One thing I didn't expect was free bread. They brought out a couple of slices and some butter so we chowed on that and talked as we waited for our appetizers. Quite some time went by and right when I wanted to check on our appetizers, she came back and admitted that she had only put in the combo order for one person instead of two, and it was ready. She asked if we wanted the one order out now or to wait for the second entrée. We told her that we would wait for the second entrée, but also attempted to confirm that our appetizers should be here now anyway. She responded, " yeah i can get that in." This was a weird response to us since the order should have been in a while ago and now at our table. We had only ordered the potato pancakes and the pickle soup. So I tried again, saying, "but that's ready now, right?" She gave another vague answer, which was strange to me, but I let it go. When confirming our entree order with her again, she needed to be corrected, but stated that she knew that she was just a little off. The next thing they brought out were the 2 entrées. Again, we let it go and just started eating. While we were eating, the appetizers finally came out. While we were eating, they also brought out more perogi (which dealt with the error from before- so the wrong thing was put in I guess).. I didn't want to press the issue. It was the end of the night, she was very apologetic and made amends for the error. On the food side, it was really good! I loved the Polish sausage and the hunters stew! My husband really liked the stuffed cabbage. Neither of us were fans of the perogi, though I'm happy to have gotten to try it. All in all this seems like a great Tucson restaurant to try Polish cuisine. read more

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This is such a gem!!! My husband grew up in Pennsylvania near a large polish community. He spent his childhood eating the best Polish food all the time. He was thrilled that we found this place! The pierogis are so authentic- the potato filled is our favorite flavor. The sautéed onions are a must for every bite. We loved the pork and rice stuffed cabbage- which my husband grew up calling "piggies." His grandmother would make them for him, and he loved these! I loved the polish veggie salad - which is best described as a cold potato salad with additional veggies and herbs such as carrots and fresh dill. The restaurant is quaint with the cutest wall decor. The service was so fast, and I don't think we've ever been so joyfully welcomed by the staff at any other restaurant. We can't wait to go back and try more of their food - there are so many other menu items that we can't wait to experience. read more

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Very clean. Good service, good food, decent size portions. A little high priced but still worth going to.

Nice restaurat with a home Polish look. Dishes are fresh and it is better than most dinners. I really liked the pickle soup. It is a meat soup that uses sliced pickles as its vegetable. Want to try other foods. Pierogies are ok, I miss the ones I get in Philadelphia PA. read more

The food here is good, but also pretty expensive. If it was more affordable, I would definitely be a more frequent diner. The cabbage rolls are my favorite. The combo plate allows you to try a couple different options. But it's $28.50 for 1 or $53.95 for 2 people!!!! Maybe the 2 person option is a good value.? It's a small restaurant located near Broadway and Swan. I suggest coming for lunch for lunch prices. read more

I ate dinner here last night with 4 friends. I had the hunter's stew, which is basically a Polish sausage on a plate of sauerkraut with a few other ingredients mixed in. It was OK but nothing special, and it cost over $20. Service was good and the decor is pleasantly old-fashioned Central European. read more

Very clean restaurant. A wide variety of polish delectables. Our waitress was very competent and personable. Our meal came exactly as we ordered. We will come again. read more

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Have been wanting to try this place for over a year...I love Polish food and small, family owned restaurants. NOT disappointed. Ate 3/10/24, a Sunday, around 1:30 pm. Punched into GPS so i knew where to make the turn of Broadway, because I always miss it.. Ambiance/Cleanliness-Clean...charming space with little Polish touches/advertising for authenticity. 4 stars. Service-Bella was my server. She was helpful, attentive and informative. Probably one of the best servers I have met in Tucson. 5 stars. Food-Had the Cottage Combo Plate and iced tea. Bread with herbed butter was excellent. This is a stuffed cabbage, couple made-in-Chicago kielbasa links, 4 pierogis (i got 2 beef and 2 potato cheese) with grilled onions, bacon and sour cream, and Hunters stew (sauerkraut with pork). It was all delicious and I will go back soon...4 stars read more

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To the Owner or Manager of The Polish Cottage: I came last week to join a friend at your restaurant while his wife and my close friend were there with a group of other women. I had had oral surgery at the beginning of the week and was temporarily on a "no chew" diet. I examined your menu that afternoon and decided that I could eat one of your soups if it were blended up for me. Unfortunately, I should have called to ask. I was told that you did not have a blender, "only" a food processor. Perhaps a blender is not helpful in preparing your cuisine. Perhaps you have a small kitchen without enough counter space to keep a blender. Of course, a food processor would have done the job. So the truth is that it was too much trouble to accommodate my need in order to sell one bowl of soup. No doubt it was set up for another, more important job, perhaps slicing. It would have to be reconfigured, used to blend and then washed and configured back. You should have just said it was too much trouble, as that truth was obvious to me and my friend. I have just returned from your restaurant after leaving a gift of an immersion blender in the hopes that you do not inflict the same discourtesy on a future customer. It should fit in a drawer regardless of the size or other constraints of your kitchen. For myself, I will never cross your doorstep again. read more

Very delicious perogis! My family is makes perogis and for being from a restaurant, these were comparable! They had many flavors to choose from and even have take home options. The potato cakes were delicious as well as the sausage. Its a very cute place with polish decorations, looks like my grandma's house!! Great service read more

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Best restaurant in Tucson Chef/owner Robert cooks delicious homemade Polish food I highly recommend this place for authentic European experience read more

Polish Cottage - My friend Oattie and myself with chef/owner Robert Best food in Tucson - Polish Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Having a polish mother in law and after living in Chicago for 35 years... we know good authentic polish food.. and this place has it! The potato pancakes were delicious and the polish beef stew.. wow! Service was great, fast and friendly and the restaurant is quaint with quite a bit of seating. The decor was cottage chalet cute. We even got the t-shirt! "Got pierogi?" We will definitely be back! read more

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Perfect lunch spot :) Always pass it by and was finally hungry to drop in food was delicious and service was fast. Beef perogi was a little mushy not sure if that's how they come but nonetheless tasty read more

Polish Cottage - Beef and sweet cheese perogi with fried potatoes - Polish Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I recently dined at Polish Cottage in Tucson, Arizona, and I was thoroughly impressed not only by the authentic Polish cuisine but also by their attentiveness to gluten-free needs. Nestled at 4520 E Broadway Blvd, this cozy spot exudes a warm, homey vibe with its charming rural Polish decor and soft background music--perfect for a comforting meal. As someone mindful of gluten-free options, I was delighted by how willing and knowledgeable the staff were in guiding me through the menu. From the moment I mentioned my dietary preferences, our server was quick to point out what could be safely enjoyed. They highlighted that many of their dishes, like the hearty hunter's stew (bigos), can naturally be gluten-free, as it's a slow-cooked medley of meats and sauerkraut without wheat-based thickeners. The stuffed cabbage rolls (gołąbki) were another standout, and the staff assured me they could confirm with the kitchen that no gluten-containing ingredients were used in the preparation. They even flagged that the potato pancakes--crisp, golden, and served with a dollop of applesauce--were a safe bet, as they're made purely with potatoes and no wheat flour. What I appreciated most was their transparency. While pierogis are a signature dish here, the server gently explained that the traditional dough contains gluten, but they were happy to suggest alternatives like the tender veal cutlet (kotlet schabowy), which they confirmed was free of any gluten breading upon request. It came with a side of gluten-free fried potatoes that were simple yet delicious. For dessert, they pointed me toward the apple cake--a moist, fruity delight that's naturally gluten-free and served warm with whipped topping, making it a perfect finish. The staff's willingness to double-check ingredients and their genuine care made me feel confident and cared for, which isn't always a given when dining out with dietary restrictions. The portions were generous, the prices reasonable, and the flavors transported me straight to a Polish countryside kitchen. Polish Cottage isn't a dedicated gluten-free spot, so cross-contamination could be a concern for those with severe sensitivities, but their proactive approach to pointing out safe options made it a fantastic experience for me. I'd happily return for another taste of Poland in Tucson--five stars for their food and their thoughtful service! read more

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Delighted to find a polish restaurant in Tucson! I'm polish and am always on the hunt for polish restaurants in my travels as I don't get it back at home. The pickle soup was delish. They also have the thinnest potato pancakes I have had before, nice and crispy but were a bit oily. Loved the sauerkraut and mushroom perogies. Will be back next time I'm in town! read more

The service left a lot to be desired. We were completely neglected by our wait staff. We were not greeted by staff after being seated for 10 minutes. My husband went to leave and I stopped staff to ask if we will be waited on. They apologized and took $4 off the bill for the inconvenience. They must have complained to the chef cause I noticed that our portions were noticeably smaller than the tables around us (we all got the same special for Valentine's day). They rushed out all of our food probably to get us on our way. Entire dining experience was uncomfortable. We should've left as my husband wanted to do. Deeply sad cause I've been waiting to eat here for years. read more

We had my Wife's Birthday party here, and it brought back childhood memories of homemade dinners at her Polish household. Even the Authentic Beer they would drink back in Pittsburgh. Great meal from the Dill pickle soup, to the stuffed cabbages and potato pancakes. As good as the food was Lexi our server was the Best. She was attentive, answered question, and was very engaged in our happiness and needs. Great job Lexi. read more

Only regret was that I forgot to take food photos. Got the pierogies, cabbage rolls, potato pancakes, sauerkraut, and beer. I wasn't even that hungry but I kid you not, the food was so good I ate it all. 10/10. I think it may be the best Polish food I've had to date. The restaurant is also squeaky clean. Atmosphere is relaxed but chic. Our waitress was AMAZING. She brought my kiddo stickers. She was expeditious, accommodating, and answered my barrage of questions with absolute finesse. If an item was out, she would volunteer a suitable substitute without issue. We hope to be back. What a gem of an eatery with the friendliest faces. read more

I was a bit confused as to where this restaurant was since it was evening and it was a little hard to see all the signs in the plaza. We finally spotted our dinner destination, a smallish restaurant with a semi-lighted sign that said "Po ottage." Anyways, upon entering the Po Ottage I was warmly greeted by the hostess who gave me a menu to peruse through as I picked out my to go order. We ended up getting a variety of items, including sausage, soup and some cabbage rolls. Everything was securely packaged for our trip home. It tasted so homey and comfy. I was especially appreciative that they offered one of my Polish-American friend's favorite Polish dishes, a rye-based soup called Żurek. I knew I had to get this to try out! The soup did not disappoint. It had a slightly sour flavor and I could taste the rye in it. The cabbage rolls were tender and well seasoned and the sausage was nice in that it highlighted the natural flavors inherent in the meat and spices instead of being overloaded with a ton of salt. Service was so friendly and pleasant. They made me feel right at home even though I was just getting a takeout order. Next time we are in the area I would gladly come back here again. read more

We walked into this place and it was a very nice surprise. The food and service were great. I was kind of expecting an order at the counter type business with plastic furniture. We will definitely be back in the near future, read more

Got potato and cheese pierogies to go! So delicious and the inside was decorated for Valentine's Day, very cute and smelled really good in there. read more

Lex did an excellent job tonight with our short notice dinner for 12 which turned into 16. She handled our crazy with grace and was super effiient. thank you Lex for a wonderful night, we appreciate your excellent service. We are always impressed with the food here and the space, which is why it came to mind when family came to town. I am really loving the new room, it was very comfortable for our big group. Food was outstanding as always, I have never been disappointed or never had a "just okay" meal here a it's exceptional every time. read more

Lex was a breath of fresh air and successfully navigated us through the first rate polish cuisine. The cutlet was first rate and the pickle soup surprisingly scrumptious! An amazing overall experience I cannot recommend this place enough read more

Polish Cottage - Polish Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Polish food = Polish my happy mood food I really like this place ! Friendly service, clean restuarant. I have posted several pictures of the food and they are all pretty authentic. Food is also fresh. Love their Pierogi, cabbage roll, stew ....etc. def returning back again. I highly recommend this place read more

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Wonderful homemade comfort food. We make sure we dine at the Polish Cottage every year when we attend the Gem show. Don't miss out on the warm apple cake for dessert! read more