6 Iconic Dishes to Eat in Poland (And How to Order Like a Local)
From Pierogi Ruskie (Pierogi Ruskie) to Obwarzanek Krakowski (Protected Braided Bagel), here is what to order and what it should cost in zł (PLN).
Pierogi Ruskie (Pierogi Ruskie) — zł24–zł72
Authentic Polish specialty from Kraków, Wieliczka, Zakopane & Lesser Poland: Pierogi Ruskie, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Kraków, Wieliczka, Zakopane & Lesser Poland (Kraków Airport (KRK — 17 min SKA1 train to Kraków Główny)).
Obwarzanek Krakowski (Protected Braided Bagel) (Obwarzanek Krakowski) — zł24–zł72
Authentic Polish specialty from Kraków, Wieliczka, Zakopane & Lesser Poland: Obwarzanek Krakowski (Protected Braided Bagel), best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Kraków, Wieliczka, Zakopane & Lesser Poland (Kraków Airport (KRK — 17 min SKA1 train to Kraków Główny)).
Oscypek Smoked Sheep Cheese (Oscypek Smoked Sheep Cheese) — zł24–zł72
Authentic Polish specialty from Kraków, Wieliczka, Zakopane & Lesser Poland: Oscypek Smoked Sheep Cheese, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Kraków, Wieliczka, Zakopane & Lesser Poland (Kraków Airport (KRK — 17 min SKA1 train to Kraków Główny)).
Żurek (Żurek) — zł24–zł72
Authentic Polish specialty from Kraków, Wieliczka, Zakopane & Lesser Poland: Żurek, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Kraków, Wieliczka, Zakopane & Lesser Poland (Kraków Airport (KRK — 17 min SKA1 train to Kraków Główny)).
Pyzy Warszawskie (Pyzy Warszawskie) — zł24–zł72
Authentic Polish specialty from Warsaw (Warszawa) & Mazovia: Pyzy Warszawskie, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Warsaw (Warszawa) & Mazovia (Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW — 20 min SKM S2/S3 train, 4.40 zł!)).
Duck with Apples (Duck with Apples) — zł24–zł72
Authentic Polish specialty from Warsaw (Warszawa) & Mazovia: Duck with Apples, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Warsaw (Warszawa) & Mazovia (Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW — 20 min SKM S2/S3 train, 4.40 zł!)).