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The Polish Restaurant Cambridge

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Cosy, simple wood-floored restaurant serving Polish dumplings, beetroot soup and hearty stews. People often mention restaurant, Polish, staff, recommend, friendly, polish, atmosphere, delicious, table, service,


Address

231 Chesterton Rd, Cambridge CB4 1AS, United Kingdom

Website

thepolishrestaurant.co.uk

Contact

+44 1223 618243

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (740 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Friday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 12 to 10 pm
  • Sunday: 12 to 8 pm
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: restaurant (13) Polish (13) staff (11) recommend (9) friendly (9) polish (8) atmosphere (8) delicious (7) table (7) service (7)
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  • 5/5 Yee 2 years ago on Google • 379 reviews
    Such a wonderful polish restaurant. The cuisine is authentic and the menu is very extensive. The owner kindly accommodated us for dinner despite not having a reservation. The meal was served piping hot and was very tasty. The portions are generous and the restaurant is reasonably priced. The ambience and Decor is homely. The restaurant is very clean. It is intimate and there is no music playing constantly in the background which makes the restaurant even more enjoyable. I am grateful for such a lovely evening here. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone. It is family friendly.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joanna S. 1 year ago on Google • 57 reviews
    Absolutely delicious food. I was excited to try Polish restaurant and food taste just like at home (I'm originally from Poland)
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Janny 5 years ago on Google • 155 reviews
    Living in the other side of Cambridge, I never know there's such a nice polish restaurant hidden in this tranquil neighborhood. It is genuinely a happy surprise for me and my first encounter with polish cuisine was merely perfect. The ambience is very homy, sweet and soothing. The staff are very helpful, making pertinent introduction and recommendation. In terms of food choice, the dumplings medley is a must try, surprisingly similar to Chinese style dumplings. Cabbage rolls, fried pork steak and other traditional polish dishes are also very tasty. Come along and have a try. It's definitely worth a detour.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 alice i. 4 months ago on Google • 210 reviews
    We visited on a Friday night around 6 pm, and it was very quiet, but most tables were reserved. £10 each deposit to book a table, which was fine. We had the dumplings for our main, and they were yummy. Wine reasonably priced, unlike other places in the area. I ordered a starter for my pudding as I was still hungry. The pate was good (I'm used to salad with pate and this dish was served with pickles. It was a nice change) very full after. Would love to return and try a new dish.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Behnaz 2 years ago on Google
    I never tried Polish cuisine and this was the first time. We LOVED the food so much. Starter: Sledzie W Smietanie(herriings in creamy sauce) and Kielbasa Z Rusztu(grilled Polish sausage) Main: Pierogi Z Lososiem I Szpinakiem(salmon and spinach pierogi) and Pierogi Z Miesem ( meat stuffed pierogi) Dessert: warm apple pie and Polish chocolate cake And their popular lagger Staff were very friendly and helpful. We will go there again soon
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hatim A. 1 year ago on Google
    Pros It was a good experience to visit the Polonia club to have traditional Polish food with our friends. We had lots of main courses. First of all, it was cabbage rolls it was very delicious thin we had mashed potato with fried chicken and cheese with cranberry sauce it was tasty. The ingredients were fresh and the atmosphere was wonderful. Cons We didn’t like the fish (herring) and the space was a little cramped. Overall opinion We like this experience and we plan to go again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Qiuxiang C. 1 year ago on Google
    A very cosy atmosphere, it felt very much like I was in a family dining area. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable and the food was the best I've had outside of Poland. The pricing was also very reasonable. All in all, a fantastic place to eat, and I'm already planning my next meal there! Thank you so much to the staff there (including the chefs)!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Beaumont B. 1 year ago on Google
    What an amazing food, this has been a complete surprise. I have tried many polish restaurants all over the UK, but never had such a good experience. Top quality food cooked on a high skill level. Congratulations to the chef (Łukasz I’ve been told)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Raul G. 6 months ago on Google • 124 reviews
    As an Eastern European I would recommend this place. Good food and services at fair prices. The restaurant looked clean and tidy when I visited it. The atmosphere was nice and welcoming. I would recommend to book your table in advance as you might not be lucky to find a free one. Overall it was worth it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paulina C. 4 years ago on Google • 151 reviews
    Not cheap but not too expensive, and absolutely delicious, every single dish. I tried two times before to dinne there, but they were always fully booked (it is a small place). I recommend to call the before and book a table. Fortunately I could pop in for a Sunday lunch. The lamb was not ready, so I ordered chicken instead, and it was marvelous. I know now why it is well rated. And if you go by bike, I was able to leave it perfectly safe just next to the entrance where they have few allocated spaces.

  • 5/5 Sarah V. 4 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    The Polish restaurant has a pleasant traditional atmosphere. The service was great. Our server was knowledgeable and communicative. The food was the star of the show. Pork schnitzel with rich mushroom sauce, spinach and feta dumplings (swimming in butter 🤤) and Potatoe pancakes with Gouda cheese (my favorite).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mark A. J. 1 year ago on Google
    What a meal! Had Potatoe Cakes topped with Beef Goulash. Delicious tender beef in a delightfully flavorful sauce. Service was great. Also had Popular Polish Lager that wasn't to bad.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steve B. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Amazing food, friendly service and very reasonable pricing. Had a great dinner out for my birthday and can’t wait to come back again. Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Patrick B. 5 years ago on Google
    A small restaurant, actually a single room of a former house, with an authentic post WWII atmosfere. The menu is rich in offers and all the proposals sounds yummy and uniques in the Cambridge offer. Food is absolutely worth the price which is however not expensive at all. Original recipes with plenty of choices for all the tastes. Friendly and helpful staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 seb a. 6 months ago on Google
    Really Superb atmosphere, great staff and menu. Price wise is not expensive and the menu is quality, food is great, so well done to the cook and waitresses Highly recommended!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eva J. 1 year ago on Google
    Well.. I'm very fussy with the service and quality of food.... Service was very enjoyable, the waitress was always in front not talking behind my back- very nice. Food... Finally! If you want to try real home made polish dishes- this is the place to go, 100% recommend 👌
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ellen B. 1 year ago on Google
    My husband had been years before and wanted to see how it was now. We came by for a drink on the way to a friend's place when visiting Cambridge on a Saturday evening. Really loved the charming service and drink selection, we tried oak aged vodka and oak aged vodka with walnut. We were so impressed we booked a table for lunch the next day. Again we were not disappointed - lovely, friendly kind staff, especially the lady who looked after us. Really nice relaxed Sunday lunch atmosphere. Lovely Polish food, and honestly one of the best (polish or otherwise) cheesecakes I have tasted. I would love to come back and try the other items on the menu. Thank you very much for such a lovely experience! I can't wait until next time I am in Cambridge.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stu H. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food, pieorgis just melt in your mouth and the potato pancakes are crispy and fluffy, recommended with the goulash. Great hospitality too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Harriet R. 1 year ago on Google
    Would definitely recommend this restaurant. The food was delicious and of high quality. It was my first time trying Polish cuisine and it did not disappoint. A big thank you to Monika and her team for a wonderful evening!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dan S. 1 year ago on Google
    I’ve always been welcomed in and served fantastic food by really welcoming staff. Perfect
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason B. 1 year ago on Google
    My second visit. I love the food here. The staff are super friendly. The beer and vodka selection is good. Can't wait to head back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 X C. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely love the spinach salmon pierogi!! Even better than the ones I had in Poland. The dough is neither too thick nor too thin and has pleasant springiness, especially at the pleats where the dumpling is pinched together. Indeed the flavors of land and ocean are sealed inside. There is not too much salmon, but the spinach is full of its umami. Goes well with the buttery soup. Poppy seed cake (huge!) is too sweet for me. Maybe next time I’ll try the apple pie. Looks delicious on other people’s table. Now I need some extra workout to burn my sugar rush. I’ll save the candies for later. And the mixed salad is really helpful for someone like me who finds it hard to make decisions. A cute small place with 25 seats inside with varying table sizes. Homelike atmosphere. Lots of natural light— warm sunshine in an already chilling autumn day. (Feeling a bit guilty for occupying a table indoor as a single person… Next time I’ll come on a weekday, but it is really nice to sit among three generations of Polish food lovers.) The staff’s welcoming smile makes me feel less lonely. So happy to find another place to escape to from the monochromatic days in Cambridge. Looking forward to visiting again :>
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Catherine Miroslava Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Polonia is a cosy little restaurant with delicious polish food, cakes, beer, vodka, just name it. All staff is very attentive and kind. There is also an outdoor seating area for the summer months. Highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joan P. 1 year ago on Google
    I love going to Polonia. The food is good, the service is excellent and friendly. I grew up eating Polish food in NY (my mom was Polish) and I like to go there when I feel homesick. Love it!

  • 5/5 Kasia D. 11 months ago on Google
    It is a fantastic place for any occasion. You can go for a casual lunch or dinner or organise a party too. Great homey atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious food - what else is needed in life. Monika, the owner, is always smiling and willing to help with any question or queries. Recommend this place ❤️

  • 5/5 Nanyo N. 11 months ago on Google
    Competing with the best restaurants in Kraków. The mains we ordered were like in Poland, if not better. Make sure you book in prior. There is a private parking if you are going by car. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Joseph s. 5 years ago on Google
    Brilliant! Awesome food, great environment, seamless service and very friendly staff. An absolute gem! All together made my 30th birthday very special! So much better than visiting any chain restaurant. I would highly recommend it to anyone fancying a break from the norm. Most of my family who came had never been to a Polish Restaurant and/or never tried traditional food. They were all excited to try something new and collectively enjoyed everything we ate and drank. Thank you so much for a great evening!

  • 4/5 Monkey A. 2 years ago on Google
    Food wasn't fancy but was very well done! Good solid comfort food. Service was good too. Would recommend


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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