Poznań is Poland’s emerging culinary hotspot. As many of you are aware, I explore cities through my belly and in this respect, Poznań did not disappoint. In fact, after visiting the rest of Poland ( that included visits to Warsaw, Krakow and Wroclaw) I can safely say this city was my favourite in terms of eating out . So, here is my cheap eats guide to Poznań, best bistros, cafes and places to drink beer.
1. Bistro Pod Koziołkiem
Wielka 9
My first meal was a simple lunch on the street of my Airbnb: Bistro Pod Koziołkiem (Wielka 9) It is a small deli style place with a few tables. The menu is limited to 6 or 7 options and everything is freshly prepared which meant a small waiting time: always a good sign. Place was always packed with locals-not one tourist in site. My first meal there was Schnitzla: Polish meatballs in a mushroom gravy served with potatoes and red cabbage. Loved this meal. For 25 zl, just €6, this was a bargain. They also serve a range of homely dishes, ranging from the humble Chicken Noodle Soup ( 19 Zl ) to Handmade Pierogis ( 34 zl) to Veggie Pasta with Tomatoes ( 36 Zl)
2. Frontiera
Address: Szewska 21, 61-760 Poznań, Poland
In the evening, I ventured to Frontiera, a pizzeria that is a delightful slice of Italy in Poznań. The pizza I tasted here was one of the best pizzas I have ever tasted in my life. Stone baked in a huge clay oven, the pizza just melts in your mouth. The staff are friendly and the prices are reasonable with the Margarita costing 34 PLN to a Diavola for 46 PLN.
3. Fat Bob Burger
Address: Kramarska 21, 61-765 Poznań, Poland
If you love burgers, Fat Bob Burger is the place to be. Fries are pretty awesome plus they serve a delicious watermelon lemonade. Burgers start from 46 PLN and fries are 16 PLN.
4. Szarlotta Restaurant
If you are looking for fine style dining at an affordable price then you will love Bistro Szarlotta. I ate here a few times during my week in Poznan and everything I tasted here was delicious.
5. Piwna Stopa
Address: Szewska 7, 61-760 Poznań, Poland
With over 170 bottled beers and 16 local and international beers on tap , there is something for everyone at the very cosy ( with a fireplace….feels like drinking in someone’s living room ) Piwna Stopa plus they do also serve a great cheese boards plus hot dogs too ( vegan ones are bangers, no pun intended ) They have a beer garden in the summer so if the sun is shining in Poznan, you know where to go.
6. Stragan Kawiarnia
Ratajczaka 31, 61-816 Poznań, Poland
If you love coffee, especially via Aeropress or Chemex you have to visit Stragan Kawiarnia which was recently voted as one of the best cafes in the world.
7. Brovaria
Address: Stary Rynek 73/74, 61-772 Poznań, Poland
If you’re looking to soak in the atmosphere of Poznan’s glorious Stary Rynek, pay a visit to the cool and cozy microbrewery, Brovaria. The beer is excellent as well as their food if you are feeling a little peckish. Price of beer is pretty reasonable given the location.
8. Ministerstwo Browaru
Address: Wroniecka 16, 61-740 Poznań, Poland
Another cool haunt for Polish craft beers is Ministerstwo Browaru where you can sample AleBrowar brews like Black Hope and Rowing Jack and bunch of intriguingly named beers like ‘Hugo Goss’, ‘Ringo Stout’, ‘Powder Man’, ‘Shark’ and ‘The Butcher.’
Tip: If you are visiting Poznań during the summer, don’t forget to visit the hipster friendly KontenerART where you can enjoy the novelty of sipping on nice beers in shipping containers while twirling your toes in artificial sand along with a bunch of cool looking locals. Then last not least, all roads in Poznan will at some point lead you to a bar with a face of a dragon scowling at you from behind the bartender. Welcome to Klub Dragon where you’re always bound to discover some colourful and interesting local characters plus find some excellent local beers on tap.
