Pod Aniolami, Krakow

Nestled within the historic streets of Krakow, stands the enchanting Pod Aniołami Restaurant – a place that has earned its reputation as an extraordinary dining establishment. Whispers in the wind suggest that the Gothic cellars that house this establishment are inhabited by celestial beings themselves, adding an air of mystique to its already captivating allure.

Pod Aniołami is renowned for its artful mastery of marinated meats, expertly grilled over a bed of beech hardwood fire, invoking flavors that harken back to Poland's rich culinary heritage. Alongside these sumptuous grilled offerings are a variety of traditional Polish dishes, transporting diners to a time when kings walked the cobbled streets of Krakow.

The restaurant's interior, steeped in the history of the 13th century, immerses patrons in a medieval atmosphere reminiscent of Cracow's regal past. The melding of these historical interiors with a cuisine deeply rooted in Polish traditions creates an ambiance that's both awe-inspiring and transportive.

Time seems to stand still within the walls of Pod Aniołami (Under the Angels,) offering a glimpse into the bygone era of old Krakow. On the restaurant's first floor, the Chamber of Wawel Castle’s Comptroller awaits, adorned with 18th-century polychromes that provide a visual feast for private banquet attendees.

The magic of Pod Aniołami extends to a charming year-round open garden, where a mosaic fountain beckons visitors to cast a coin and make a wish, a small gesture that signifies the desire to return to this extraordinary haven. Housed within an 18th-century building along the Royal Route, a path leading to the resplendent Wawel King’s Castle, the restaurant boasts a history intertwined with Cracow’s goldsmiths and their centuries-old workshops.