Gazdówka

This Góralski chata, or Polish mountain lodge theme restaurant, is all rough-hewn timber and large wooden tables. Carved-wood menus reveal a menagerie of meats, edible animals and hearty mountain specialties presented in the Polish góral dialect as well as proper Polish and English. A warm escape from sometimes glib Gliwice, meals are preceded by bread with animal grease (smalec) and a veggie herb spread for those who somehow lack an innate love for lard. Move on to the garlic soup that's strong enough to thwart any potential vamps from entering our personal space for the next 24 hours. We suggest moving on to a big old pork knuckle marinated in beer or any other of the many delicious meat dishes on offer.