Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio
Experience the heart of Polish tradition with hearty cuisine, live music, and a cozy log cabin ambiance in Zakopane.
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Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio
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Must-see attractions
Experience the heart of Polish tradition with hearty cuisine, live music, and a cozy log cabin ambiance in Zakopane.
"Authentic highlander atmosphere, fantastic food, and the best regional music in town!"
Book Ahead!
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for indoor seating, as the restaurant is very popular.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long queues, consider visiting outside of peak dining times.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Polish
Price
Mid-range
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Authentic Highlander Atmosphere
Experience the charm of a rustic log cabin with live regional music, an open fire, and unique decor for an unforgettable night.
Hearty Highlander Cuisine
Savor traditional Polish dishes with generous portions, featuring specialties like oscypek, szaszłyk, and delicious pierogi.
Live Regional Music
Enjoy lively performances by regional musicians every night, creating a vibrant and festive dining experience.
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Book Ahead!
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for indoor seating, as the restaurant is very popular.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long queues, consider visiting outside of peak dining times.
Try Unique Dishes
Don't miss out on specialties like deer pierogi or mulled beer for a unique taste of regional cuisine.
Huge Portions
Portions are very generous; consider ordering modestly or sharing to enjoy a variety of dishes.
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Book Ahead!
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for indoor seating, as the restaurant is very popular.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long queues, consider visiting outside of peak dining times.
Try Unique Dishes
Don't miss out on specialties like deer pierogi or mulled beer for a unique taste of regional cuisine.
Huge Portions
Portions are very generous; consider ordering modestly or sharing to enjoy a variety of dishes.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio is highly praised for its authentic highlander atmosphere, live regional music, and delicious, generously portioned Polish cuisine. While the food and ambiance are consistently lauded, some diners note potential issues with service during peak times and the long waits for indoor seating.
"We wanted to have dinner in a traditional and authentic restaurant, and this place was above our expectations. The atmosphere was very intimate, we had to wait outside to be seated, and then we entered in a very cozy, warm, aesthetic environment with a fire place in the middle of the room. Menu has lots of options and it's translated in many languages. The food and beer were very good. Kind staff, cozy atmosphere with traditional music in the background. Highly recommend."
Evelin Molnar
"The restaurant was very atmospheric and had the option of parking behind the building. The decor was charming and with traditional live music it created an atmosphere. Unfortunately, the staff did not take the initiative and did not try to improve the service of guests or customers waiting for a table. The meals were very tasty and nicely served. Zakopane has a large gastronomic base so next time I will visit another restaurant."
Marta Jamilowska
"To those travellers who would like to experience polish, you SHOULD AVOID this restaurant. It would disappoint you for sure.
If you can’t go there earlier enough to get an indoor seat, just DONT choose this restaurant!!!
We waited in a long queue and no body noticed us cause of course the waiters are busy! Until they showed us the outdoor seat it were already 10minute wait.
Sitting outside meant you would get MANY second hand smoke. What does it mean? The indoor customers finished their food and got plenty of time coming out smoking in front of you! I felt so annoyed, I never smoke and I had asthma!!! The restaurant won’t limit diner time, and those sitting inside would just occupy their table forever. The outside people left like 3 tables gone but none from inside gone.
And we waited for 30 mins for our cheese cake to come because they don’t bother to serve outside customer. No one care about you.
The food were not worth 4.9 points for SURE. The outside environment was freezing and they served all plates at once. All of them would get cold in 5mins before you are able to finish."
zoey nigel
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially if you desire indoor seating. The restaurant is very popular, and wait times can be long.
Popular dishes include traditional highlander specialties like szaszłyk, oscypek, various pierogi, garlic soup, and hearty soups.
Yes, live regional music is performed nightly, contributing to the restaurant's vibrant and authentic atmosphere.
The portions are known to be very generous, so consider ordering modestly or sharing to enjoy a variety of dishes.
Yes, outdoor seating is available, but it can be cold outside during certain seasons and may expose diners to second-hand smoke from indoor patrons.
Yes, the menu features English translations, making it easier for international diners to order.
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Set in the picturesque heart of Zakopane, Bakowo Zohylina Niznio offers an authentic taste of Poland with an enchanting twist. Stepping into the rustic and authentic interior of Bakowo Zohylina Niznio, you’re welcomed by a lively atmosphere accentuated by the sound of live music. The warm glow from the open fire creates an inviting backdrop to the high-quality service and meals that cater to all types of palates, from vegetarians to barbecue lovers.
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Live music, service with truly highlander humor, wild on the walls, Santa's sleigh on the ceiling, dishes in heated saucepans, definitely highlander atmosphere and fantastic food. This is one of the best rated restaurants with local cuisine not only by us but by tourists visiting Zakopane. The only thing you can complain about here is the lack of places ;) Therefore, we recommend making a reservation in advance.
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Troszkę się zastanawiałam, co zrobić z Bąkowem i czy je do tej listy dołączyć. To miejsce, do którego wracamy od lat, aczkolwiek ostatnio było nieco gorzej niż wcześniej. Nadal mam jednak wrażenie, że jeśli chce się zjeść typowe, proste góralskie przysmaki jak szaszłyk, moskol, oscypek czy kiełbaski baranie i chce się to zrobić niedaleko Krupówek, Bąkowo będzie najlepszą opcją.
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Some good options include Goralska Tradycja (Krupówki 29), Gazdowo Kuźnia (Krupówki 1), Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio (Józefa Piłsudskiego 6), Drukarnia Smaku Cristina (plac Niepodległości 7), or the Restauracja Zakopiańska (Jagiellońska 18, not to be confused with the Zakopianska pharmacy located on Krupowki Street, whose "menu" is likely to be less appetizing).
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I recommend the familiar Bąkowo Zohylina inn (Piłsudkiego Street), right next to Krupówki, with a cool, highlander atmosphere and decor. There is a new ApartHotel Giewont and many other apartments and hotels nearby. You can also eat well in Kościelisko, where you will also find many apartments, guest rooms and several hotels.
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Miejsce bardzo klimatyczne, w którym można poczuć się jak w góralskiej rodzinie. Lokalizacja jest bardzo atrakcyjna, niedaleko Wielkiej Krokwi. Jest to piękny góralski budynek, otoczony zielenią, gdzie w okresie wiosenno-letnim można spożyć posiłki w zielonym ogródku.
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Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio: Found next-door to Bubuja, there was a line out the door of people waiting. The building is a rustic wooden building, with a cool exterior. There is also live music, huge servings, and the ability to try oscypek in a variety of ways.
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Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio to restauracja oferująca tradycyjne góralskie jedzenie. Wystrój restauracji jest w stylu góralskim, który dodatkowo wzmacnia grająca góralska kapela. Jedzenie jest bardzo smaczne.
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