#14 of 3,155 · Restaurants in Krakow Lesser Poland Province Southern Poland

Restauracja Starka

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About

Restauracja Starka: a bohemian Polish restaurant at ul. Jozefa 14 in Kazimierz, Krakow, near Plac Nowy, known for its pork knuckle and vodka list.

Menu & prices

Why go

  • Two cosy rooms with original graphics by Heinrich Zille
  • Over 20 vodka flavours, including the house's own infusions
  • Acoustic live music on Wednesday and Friday evenings, with covers of ABBA and Elvis Presley

Opening hours

Today13:00 – 22:00Show all
Monday13:00 – 22:00
Tuesday13:00 – 22:00
Wednesday13:00 – 22:00
Thursday13:00 – 22:00
Friday13:00 – 23:00
Saturday12:00 – 23:00
Sunday12:00 – 22:00

Good to know

LunchDinnerLate NightFree WifiFull BarGift Cards AvailableHighchairs AvailableLive MusicReservationsServes AlcoholTable Service

Dishes to try

  • Traditional Polish dishes with modern touches that still respect the traditional ones
  • Crispy pork knuckle, juicy beef cheeks and red beet soup
  • Pierogies are home-made by Mrs. Rysia
  • A 2026 set menu is available on the restaurant's website as a PDF labelled «Set Menu»

Booking a table

  • Reservations are accepted; booking in advance is strongly encouraged, because the restaurant is small and popular and tables fill up very fast.
  • Book by phone on +48690419543.
  • The website is starka-restauracja.pl.

Atmosphere

  • The bohemian-style restaurant seats up to 45 people.
  • The walls are warm red.
  • No white tablecloths here. The mood is relaxed, not formal.
  • The summer garden sits in a historic townhouse.

Good for

  • Groups Groups of 9 to 30 guests can choose from a set menu.
  • Families Highchairs are available.

Dietary options

  • Vegetarian Vegetarian dishes are served alongside the main menu.

When it's busy

Monday to Thursday
13:00 to 22:00
Friday
13:00 to 23:00
Saturday
12:00 to 23:00
Sunday
12:00 to 22:00
Summer garden
Opens on warm and sunny days

Shorts

History

The name Starka comes from an oak barrel aged vodka. A legend says a father buried a vodka barrel when his daughter was born. The restaurant is hidden in Kazimierz, not far from the lively Plac Nowy.

  1. Interwar periodThe atmosphere is meant to take visitors back to the interwar era of Kazimierz.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Sources: Starka — Restaurant & Vodkas - Kraków · Restauracja Starka: menu (its own site) · Restauracja Starka: menu (its own site) · Restauracja Starka: description (its own site) · checked 18 Oct 2026

Where
ul. Jozefa 14, Krakow

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Questions and answers

What are the opening hours of Restauracja Starka?

Monday to Thursday 13:00 to 22:00, Friday 13:00 to 23:00, Saturday 12:00 to 23:00 and Sunday 12:00 to 22:00.

Do I need to book a table at Restauracja Starka?

Booking in advance is strongly encouraged, because the restaurant is small and tables fill up very fast.

Can I pay by card at Restauracja Starka?

Yes, credit cards are accepted, including Visa.

Is there free wifi at Restauracja Starka?

Yes, free wifi is offered.

Is alcohol served at Restauracja Starka?

Yes, there is a full bar and alcohol is served at the table.

Can I bring children to Restauracja Starka?

Yes, highchairs are available.

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