Top Michelin-recommended restaurants in Kraków, Poland (2025 edition)

Bottiglieria 1881 is a unique and small restaurant in Kraków and the only Michelin-starred establishment in the city. It houses an elegant wine cellar that was rediscovered and resurrected after being buried for some hundred years in the Kazimierz Quarter. The kitchen is headed under the helm of Chef Przemyslaw Klima, who has culinary experience working in New Nordic and French restaurants around the world. The combination of local ingredients with his culinary background creates a fascinating blend of tradition and culture. The best of Polish cuisine in modern well-balanced dishes with a hint of Nordic style can be experienced in Bottiglieria accompanied by carefully selected wine pairings.

The restaurant features two tasting menus — a full experience menu and an introduction menu. Some of the dishes that you can sample are salad with gooseberry and shaved egg yolk, beef tartare with tarragon, cucumber and parsley cream, Mangalica pork with paprika and potato, crayfish meat with tomato, and caviar in a vegetable consomme, perogies stuffed with Polish mountain cheese, lamb with wild garlic and anchovies, and halibut with peas in a white asparagus veloute sauce. In desserts, you can relish their two signature dishes, rhubarb with strawberry and goat cheese ice cream and sorbet with frozen raspberries and lavender cream. We would advise you to make a reservation before visiting this establishment, as it is mostly booked.

Full Experience Menu — PLN 960
Wine Pairing — PLN 1200

Introduction Menu — PLN 910
Wine Pairing — PLN 1050

Fiorentina is an Italian restaurant situated on Grodzka street in the Old Town near Wawel Castle in Kraków. The inspiration for the creation of this place comes from the capital of Tuscany — Florence. The interiors of the establishment combine the idyllic atmosphere of Italy with its exposed bricks and wood panels, gleaming silver lamp fixtures, and mirrors on the walls. During summer, you can enjoy the lovely outside garden seating. Not just the interiors but also the food served in Fiorentina reflects the essence of Tuscany. The dishes are based on the best ingredients imported from different regions of Italy, and the menu changes at least 4 times a year based on the availability of the products.

The specialty of this restaurant is the wonderful “Bistecca alla Fiorentina”, which is Florentine steak. It resembles a T-bone steak with a portion of sirloin on one side and roast beef on the other. The meat comes from 8-year-old Angus and Hereford cows and is seasoned for a minimum of 30 days before it is charcoal-grilled.

Apart from their signature dish, you can also order duck breast with parsley puree in orange sauce, grilled Dover sole fish with salad and potatoes, and grilled chicken in red wine sauce with caramelized onion. The fine dining establishment has a 5-course and 7-course tasting menu. Fiorentina is one of the best places in Kraków to enjoy amazing Italian cuisine with a royal view.

5-course Tasting Menu — PLN 360

7-course Tasting Menu — PLN 480

Kogel Mogel is a beautiful example of royal elegance, a flawless retro style, and exceptional knowledge of Polish cuisine. The team understands the essence of regional culinary legacy and skilfully elevates it with subtle modern touches. Nestled just a few steps away from the lively Main Square, the Michelin restaurant is adorned in rich, deep shades of natural golden-brown wood. Its mustard yellow, heavy curtains, vintage ochre patterned wallpapers, and charming chandeliers ooze a welcoming, homely allure.

With four separate dining rooms, Kogel Mogel can cater to any occasion — be it a special celebration or a casual breakfast. Come over for a spectacular meal. For starters, order trout carpaccio with fresh cucumber and natural yogurt. Next, move on to zalewajka – a traditional Polish soup made of fermented rye with buttermilk, potatoes, and eggs. If you are craving something more substantial, opt for pierogi with minced veal and chanterelle sauce, slow-cooked beef with carrot and fennel purée in wine sauce, or breaded pork chop with horseradish and young cabbage. Kogel Mogel is known for its outstanding wine selection. Don’t miss out on a chance and ask for a perfect pairing. The welcoming F&B crew will be more than happy to assist.

Average bill — PLN 193

Hana Sushi is an Asian restaurant located in the heart of Kraków’s Kazimierz district. It has been on the list of recommended restaurants by the Michelin Guide since 2016. The place specializes in Japanese and Korean cuisines. Hana not only serves the best sushi in Kraków but also authentic Korean dishes such as bulgogi, Ebi don, and jjajangmyeon.

The interiors of the restaurant house a full-fledged sushi bar and a dining area that is made of custom wooden furniture, calm color palettes, and hanging lanterns that create an authentic Asian atmosphere. The head chef is a trained sushi master who has experience from Tokyo and executes it with finesse.

At the restaurant, you can sample a Chef’s Nigiri Omakase tasting menu and an a la carte menu with dishes such as toro roll, spicy edamame, Ebi shrimp gyoza, double fried crispy Korean chicken wings in sweet and spicy sauce, miso soup with mussels, bluefin akami tuna with ponzu sauce, beef bulgogi, and rice topped with Japanese grilled eel in kabayaki sauce. In desserts, you can savor sweet delights such as matcha cheesecake, mochi ice cream tempura, and Japanese pancakes filled with matcha cream. Visit Hana Sushi for a truly authentic and exquisite dining experience in Kraków.

Chef’s Omakase Tasting Menu — PLN 275

Farina is one of the finest seafood restaurants in the city of Kraków. It is located at the corner of St John Street and St Mark Street near the Old Town. The kitchen is run under the leadership of Chef Monika Turasiewicz, whose dishes are inspired by her grandmother’s recipes. The fine dining establishment is housed in the interiors of a historic palace with old ceilings, 16th-century Renaissance columns, and the biggest dining hall. Farina is set over three dining rooms, the two smaller ones having wooden frames on the windows and skew arches that give them a cozy feel.

The dining tables are lit by candlelight to create an unpretentious and intimate atmosphere that is vintage and welcoming. True to its logo (a sack of flour and a fish), this restaurant offers fresh seafood from France, homemade pasta, Mediterranean fare, and typical Polish dishes. Whatever you order at Farina, first, you will be served their trademark appetizer of an excellent truffle and mushroom pate with little bread rolls.

You can relish fresh seafood dishes such as tuna carpaccio, Mediterranean fish soup, shrimp in butter garlic, lobster thermidor, mussels in marinara sauce, and lobster tagliatelle in a creamy sauce. For desserts, you can order a white chocolate mousse with raspberry sauce, tiramisu cake, and creme brûlée with vanilla. There is also a good selection of wines, including a great dry sparkling prosecco, that would rival any champagne.

Average Billing — PLN 410

A former royal capital, crammed with history and splendor, Kraków is one of the most beautiful and interesting spots in Eastern Europe. It is also a fantastic destination for food, drinks, and many more exciting activities. Kraków is a city bursting with color, culture, and curiosity. Whether you are looking for a romantic weekend, a fun getaway, or just keen on learning about its significant history, Kraków is the perfect destination for every kind of traveler.

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