
Szalone Widelce
A charming eatery serving hearty, handmade Polish and Italian-inspired dishes in a cozy, multi-level space with a delightful terrace.

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Szalone Widelce

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A charming eatery serving hearty, handmade Polish and Italian-inspired dishes in a cozy, multi-level space with a delightful terrace.
"The portions are HUGE and the taste is excellent. Highly recommended!"
Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended as this popular spot can get very busy, especially during peak hours.
Embrace Large Portions
Be prepared for generous serving sizes; consider sharing or taking home leftovers for a delicious second meal.

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Cuisine
Polish, European, Italian-inspired
Price
Mid-range
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Generous Polish Portions
Indulge in massive servings of traditional Polish dishes with a creative touch. Perfect for hearty appetites!

Charming Atmosphere
Experience the cozy and comfortable ambiance across multiple levels, including a charming terrace and rustic interior.

Authentic Polish Flavors
Savor delicious, handmade traditional Polish cuisine, with some reviewers noting unique twists and excellent taste.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended as this popular spot can get very busy, especially during peak hours.
Embrace Large Portions
Be prepared for generous serving sizes; consider sharing or taking home leftovers for a delicious second meal.
Try Local Specialties
Don't miss unique dishes like mushroom soup in bread bowls or traditional pierogi with mushrooms.
Quieter Dining
If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, try to avoid the busiest dining hours.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are recommended as this popular spot can get very busy, especially during peak hours.
Embrace Large Portions
Be prepared for generous serving sizes; consider sharing or taking home leftovers for a delicious second meal.
Try Local Specialties
Don't miss unique dishes like mushroom soup in bread bowls or traditional pierogi with mushrooms.
Quieter Dining
If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, try to avoid the busiest dining hours.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Szalone Widelce is highly praised for its exceptionally large portions of delicious traditional Polish cuisine and friendly service. Diners love the charming atmosphere, especially the terrace and cozy interiors, making it a standout spot. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some minor complaints include occasional slow service during peak times and the bathrooms not always being up to par.
"I would put more stars but not possible. The cuisine was excellent. Fabulous. Best restaurant in town. The portions are HUGE. The pork was 800 g! Each dish ia accompanied by the salad. À very nice pâté home made was offered by the house. The pasta în 400g. Really very big portions and excellent taste. Highly recommended."
Mirela IONESCU
"What a great restaurant... Massive food portions, and delicious too. Really lovely friendly waitress. Variety of seating, and good selection of foods... Traditionally polish mainly. Just a short walk from the main square, but a bit less busy so we didn't need to book."
tom allen
"Best place for local Polish food! We went several times as the food and the service were very good. Everything we tried was great! People are very friendly and recommend food depending on our taste. Dumplings with mushrooms and zurek soup are our favorites."
albena georgieva
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's highly recommended to book a table in advance, especially during peak hours, as the restaurant is very popular.
Yes, reviewers consistently mention that the portions are very generous, so be prepared to eat a lot or take leftovers.
Popular choices include pierogi with mushrooms, Zurek soup served in a bread bowl, and various pork dishes.
The restaurant has a charming and comfortable atmosphere spread across multiple levels, including a covered terrace.
Yes, it's described as a family restaurant with a welcoming environment and large portions suitable for sharing.
The restaurant can be busy, especially during peak hours. Consider dining earlier or later for a quieter experience.
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My mum and I came for lunch here, and we both thoroughly enjoyed it!. Describing itself as a ‘ traditional Polish kitchen with elements of an Italian kitchen,’ this light and airy restaurant is simply charming.From the chequered tablecloths and jars of homemade jam and pickled vegetables adorning the walls, ‘twee’ is the only word that can be used to describe the interior of this place.As for the food, everything at Szalone Widelce is prepared from scratch using organic and fresh ingredients, and the main focus here is huge portions of baked meats, crunchy potato pancakes smothered in goulash, and traditional Polish soups. The ‘Italian elements’ are not actually so Italian – Italians would never put chicken in a pasta dish, or serve fish with cream – but they are very tasty nonetheless.I ordered the penne pasta with chicken and broccoli in a cheese sauce, and my mum went for tagliatelle with salmon, leek, and dried tomato in a cream sauce (both around 8 EUR) – they may not have been authentically Polish or Italian, but they were a nice break from the rich Polish fare we’d been consuming all week.
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Szalone Widelce" is a restaurant that stands out with its unconventional approach to cuisine. Offering an extraordinary taste experience, this restaurant surprises with a variety of dishes and creativity in presentation. The "Szalony Widelec" menu is a real journey through flavors, combining traditional elements with modern inspirations.
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Szalone Widelce Restaurant, located at Szpitalna 40 Street, is a foodie’s paradise. Its cozy and atmospheric interior sets the stage for some of the most creative and flavorful dishes you’ll ever try. Think croquettes with meat and cabbage – they’re just sensational!
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Duck into restaurants like Szalone Widelce, which has cozy underground seating (one of my favorite things about Krakow is all the subterranean restaurants, cafes, and bars), where you can indulge in dishes like pork knuckles or pierogi.
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