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Hours
Sun
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Mon
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Tue
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Wed
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Thu
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Fri
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sat
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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4.5
Travelers' Choice 2023
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PRICE RANGE
$6.00 – $18.00
CUISINES
Polish, Bar, Diner, Eastern European, Central European
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly
meals, features
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About
Gruby Josek is a unique restaurant located in the heart of Warsaw, driven by a passion for the city and the culinary arts. Our menu is rich with inspiration from classic urban cuisine spanning the years 1902-1920, discovered and revitalized through a review of old cookbooks. We proudly present a fusion of tradition and modernity, creating a truly distinctive culinary experience. Gruby Josek is not just a haven for food enthusiasts; it's also a place for those seeking to step back into the times of old Warsaw, where history and gastronomy intertwine seamlessly. Our restaurant is more than a mere dining experience; it's a journey through time, with each dish telling its own unique story. Join us in discovering the unique flavors of the capital in an atmosphere steeped in history and passion at Gruby Josek – a place where every bite is a journey into the culinary past of Warsaw.
PRICE RANGE
$6.00 – $18.00
CUISINES
Polish, Bar, Diner, Eastern European, Central European
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks
FEATURES
Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Family style, Gift Cards Available
Top 3 reasons to eat here
Sponsored by: Gruby Josek
1. Must visit!
"This restaurant is a must visit."
kasiamarik
2. Traditional polish cousine
"traditional Polish dishes, Golabki and Zurek, and pierogi, good services"
suseisone
3. Best quality
"Magnificent half boned duck with ref cabnage and silesian dumplings,"
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4.5
122 reviews
Excellent
87
Very good
17
Average
7
Poor
5
Terrible
6
Nattalie
9 contributions
Favorite Review
Dec 2022 • friends
One of the best Polish cuisine in Warsaw, and as for the atmosphere itself and live music, the best- delicious pierogi and beef tartare.
Written July 30, 2023
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AneleW
147 contributions
Nov 2022 • none
We just looked this up on Google maps to find a place close to us and it did not disappoint. We had lunch and had the Polish dumpling, once had the pirogues and one had some other dumpling with meat. It was amazing. The flavour of the pirogues was so good, with chives and sour cream and inside cheers. Not had such flavourful ones before. The waitress was so friendly and so cheery not something you see much of in the UK. Her english was faultless. We recommend reservations as we went mid afternoon and they were quite busy still on a Sunday.
Written November 21, 2022
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Michal W
Warsaw25 contributions
Oct 2021 • family
Great place with excellent atmosphere and traditional Polish/Warsaw cuisine. On Fridays and Saturdays there is live music - a chance to experience some amazing folk music from the pre-war times. Highly recommended for a dinner for two, friends and even bigger groups as they have a seperate room for special events. We organized a birthday party for our 1-year old daughter and we had lots of fun! :) Special thanks to Mr Adrian for great management and Krystian for being the best waiter! For sure we are coming back
Written October 18, 2021
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Adam T
York909 contributions
Dec 2023 • family
We ended up eating here simply because it was well reviewed and happened to be around the corner from our hotel (the Westin). I’m very glad we did though, as we had a great meal. When we came to order, unfortunately they had run out of beef roulade (it was a Sunday evening though), so we ended up having the golabki and potato dumplings with bacon, followed by leniwe (sweet dumplings of potato and cottage cheese). Everything was delicious, though the dessert was incredibly filling. The service was also great, and one of the servers brought out a sparkler for our toddler which he absolutely loved.
Written May 24, 2024
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Katarzyna Kamińska
Warsaw27 contributions
May 2023 • couples
This restaurant is a must visit. The atmosphere in the restaurant is very positive and the food is incredibly tasty. Service with a smile and positive energy I serve dishes :) it's a place I'll be happy to come back to :)
Written August 3, 2023
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Aleks
Warsaw7 contributions
Jan 2023 • friends
We’ve decided to make a last minute reservation to Gruby Jose’s. It’s absolutely the right choice. The food is delicious ( additional start for the creativity around the dishes names) and the drinks are mouthwatering ♥️ Definitely will come back here.
PS The live music takes you back in time. So great 🤍
Written January 28, 2023
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Phyllis K
Glasgow53 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
Four of us called in on the Friday 19th of August, we were served by Ania who we found to be very helpful and pleasant. We ordered a meat platter for four as a starter. There was more than enough for us all. The main course we all had the ribs, they were delicious. Thank you Ania for a super time in the restaurant.
Written August 24, 2022
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Bogumił B
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • friends
When I asked about wine card waiter told me that everything is on the table it wasn't true she didn't even check if it is there! The chair was broken.... I don't recommend above place! First question about menu was also a bad choice because it wasn't avaible at that time.
Written April 21, 2023
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Czolg
Frankfurt189 contributions
Apr 2023 • family
Genuine place, good, traditional food, very nice service, amazing flaczki, very tender and tasty duck, large portions. Great place to spend time with family of friends. Highly recommended!
Written April 5, 2023
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ogol17
Joshua Tree980 contributions
Jul 2024 • solo
The few dishes that I tried were all good, the prices are very affordable, and the service was quick and friendly. I definitely recommend this place for trying Polish food.
Written July 8, 2024
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BinLi
Beijing14 contributions
Nov 2023 • solo
traditional Polish dishes, Golabki and Zurek, and pierogi, good services and music environment are very good, near from Wistin hotel
Written November 4, 2023
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Martina C
12 contributions
Jun 2023 • business
Very nice place but expensive. Restaurant is asking money for servives. Food was normal but We waited more tasty for this price. On the Friday was live music, It was very nice.
Written June 19, 2023
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Victor A
1 contribution
May 2023 • none
Magnificent half boned duck with ref cabnage and silesian dumplings, exellent cabbage rolls with pure and tomato sause... well done and presemted. Excellent food
Written May 4, 2023
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Joel M
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • friends
Delicious food, had the dish with the “meatball” potato and beetroot, it was really good. would surely return here.
Written April 30, 2023
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Marco Figueiredo
8 contributions
Apr 2023 • solo
Great food, real polish food. Amazing atmosphere, with a 30's decoration. I highly recomend this place in Warsaw
Written April 17, 2023
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