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Polish restaurant in Zakopane
What should I order at Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio?
What to order
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Garlic Soup
Mentioned multiple times as excellent, intensely garlicky with croutons and cheese, considered one of the best garlic soups by reviewers.
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Pork Ribs
Described as excellent with light seasoning and no sauce, highlighted as one of the best meals by a reviewer after a hike.
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Pierogi
Highly praised, including varieties like deer pierogi and pierogi ruskie; rated 10/10 and recommended for traditional Polish cuisine experience.
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Kwaśnica Soup
Traditional Polish soup served in a small cauldron, noted for freshness, flavor, and large portion size.
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Grilled Salmon
Mentioned as excellent and part of a very positive dining experience.
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Pork Cutlet (Schabowy) / Chicken Cutlet
Mentioned as very good and a popular traditional dish, with some noting the pork cutlet with cheese as fine but heavy.
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Roasted Mutton with Mint Sauce
Praised for freshness and flavor, served with extra roasted potatoes and bryndza cheese salad.
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Grule (Potatoes with Pork Cracklings)
Recommended as a tasty regional specialty, often ordered as a side or accompaniment.
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Placet Zbójnicki with Goulash
Highly recommended by multiple reviewers as the top dish, delicious and served with soft bread to enjoy the sauce.
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Grilled Oscypek
Mentioned as great and part of an authentic traditional meal.
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Trout
Described as lovely and well-seasoned, contributing to a positive dining experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 10 PM |
About Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio
Warm eatery serving standard Polish dishes in a log cabin with wood furnishings & outdoor space.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio known for?
It is especially known for traditional highlander and Polish dishes, with bandit’s pancake, oscypek, boletus soup, and ribs mentioned often in reviews. Guests also highlight the live band, cozy wooden interior, and authentic regional feel as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio?
Reviewers most often recommend honey ribs, pork ribs, garlic soup, żurek, kwaśnica, grule with pork cracklings, and bandit’s pancake. Other repeatedly praised items include oscypek, shashlik, grilled salmon, and chicken cutlet, with many comments about generous portions and strong flavor.
What is the atmosphere like at Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio?
The vibe is cozy, casual, and intimate, with a fireplace, wooden décor, regional outfits, and live music or a band. It suits groups and tourists well, though some reviewers note that sitting close to the band can make conversation difficult.
Is Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio good value, and what is the price range?
Reviewers repeatedly describe the prices as fair or very reasonable for the quality and large portions, and the restaurant is not seen as expensive. Dishes like ribs, soups, and other traditional Polish plates are often described as filling enough to share, which adds to the value.
When is the best time to visit Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio?
Arriving earlier in the evening can help, because several reviewers mention lines or waits of about 30 to 45 minutes during peak times and holiday weekends. The restaurant accepts reservations for brunch, lunch, and dinner, which is useful if you want to avoid waiting in Zakopane near Krupówki.
Is parking available at Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio?
Yes. Paid street parking is available.
Is Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio kid-friendly?
Yes, Bąkowo Zohylina Niźnio is good for kids.
