Whether you’re after a hearty breakfast or brunch, scrumptious cakes, or just coffee with a croissant, you’ll find more than enough cafes in Krakow that will satisfy your cravings.
I obviously couldn’t get to every single one of the dozens of places I wanted to try, so out of the ones I did, here are a few spots I wholeheartedly recommend checking out.
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Cafes in Krakow You’ll Love
Szalej Cafe
As someone who’s addicted to challah bread (Shabbat dinner is not the same without it), I loved discovering Szalej Cafe, a family-run business that prides itself on savory and sweet breakfast and brunch dishes that are all about freshly baked challah.
I devoured their incredible beetroot sandwich, but the menu also includes challah pancakes, omelets, savory French toast, and a variety of other sandwiches.
Note that this café is not located near any major attractions, but it is quite close to the old town, so I believe it’s worth the extra effort to go there specifically. It’s also pretty small and beloved by locals, so get there early (even on weekdays).
Urban Coffee
Continuing with a similar concept, Urban Coffee bases many of its breakfast plates and sandwiches on Krakow’s own local bagel.
I loved their tofu sandwich and Urban Breakfast 2.0, which consists of scrambled eggs, baked potatoes, a salad, herb butter, and a homemade bagel.
There’s also a variety of sweet dishes to choose from, such as the cottage cheese pancakes with strawberries and cream I got to enjoy.
If that’s not enough to entice you, the welcoming atmosphere, decor, and high-quality specialty coffee surely will.
Tartelette Café
Krakow is home to a surprising number of cafes that are hidden in courtyards, and the family-owned Tartelette seems like one of the best with its elegant yet cozy vibe.
I was in awe of their display window of mouthwatering cakes, though I went there for a morning coffee, which I chose to accompany with some pastries.
They also serve sweet and savory breakfasts made with seasonal ingredients, salads, organic wines, smoothy-like cocktails, and more.
Żarówka Cafe
One more visit-worthy hidden spot in Krakow is Żarówka. Although it’s situated amidst the hustle and bustle of the Old Town, its location in a quiet courtyard is ideal for escaping the crowds.
It’s also another cafe that loves its Krakow bagels (the warm veggie bagel was really good!), though it does offer a few more options like salads, pastries, and oatmeal.
Note that there’s not much room inside, so I highly recommend sitting outside and taking in the tranquil atmosphere.
Vanilla
If you’re craving some traditional baked goods, you’ll adore this tiny cake shop in Krakow’s Jewish quarter. You can clearly see that everything here is homemade and high-quality.
The challenge is to choose what to try as the selection is big and everything looks absolutely delicious, from layered cakes to pies to other delicacies. I tried one with meringue, vanilla cream, and berries, and it did not disappoint.
Marble Cafe
If decadent waffles and croissants are your kind of breakfast, head to Marble Cafe. While the decor is very minimalistic, the menu isn’t, offering a large variety of savory and sweet waffles and croissants, granola bowls, and more.
They also have a huge selection of coffee and matcha with unique flavors, from lavender cappuccino to hazelnut latte macchiato to iced pistachio latte, though the classic cappuccino is also fantastic.
Baking Soda
This tiny cafe, with its small selection of sweets, might seem a bit underwhelming when you first step inside it, but if you actually try the coffee and cakes/pastries, you’ll be hooked.
Their pistachio cheesecake was so creamy and delicious, and the coffee, served in the most adorable cup, was just perfect.
Milin Cafe
If you only have a couple of days in the city, there’s a good chance you’re not going to include the botanical gardens on your Krakow itinerary, though I definitely think you should, especially in spring.
After taking some time to roam this picture-perfect place, head to its on-site cafe. Not many sweets were on their display window, but everything looked great, and I loved their cheesecake and iced coffee.
You’ll only find a couple of tables inside, but if the weather is pleasant, enjoy the fresh air on the terrace.
Green Caffe Nero
I’m not usually a fan of cafe chains, but this one, which has branches in cities in Poland like Krakow, Warsaw, and Wroclaw, has to be one of my favorites.
Every location I visited in both Krakow and Warsaw had cozy, inviting decor and an incredible selection of pastries, cakes, sandwiches, salads, tortillas, and more, making it a great place to unwind and grab a bite every hour of the day.
Still on My Bucket List
I’ve marked many places on my map, but the top three I wish I had enough time to check out are LAS Breakfast & Prosecco, Bread & Butter, and Poranki.
Just by looking at some photos, I see that they all seem to provide an ideal combination of atmosphere and good food, but I guess I’ll have to go back to Krakow to know for sure.
I also read recommendations on the famous Camelot Cafe and Muhabbet, but I haven’t tried them myself.
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