Sierakowskiego 4A
Looking dandelion yellow during daytime, come dusk a rich, red neon glow settles over this brilliant locale. Set on a newly-mapped residential street in Praga, it wins our big prize for daring to do something different. Resistant as traditionalists may be to the very notion of Polish wine, Brać have made it their mission to showcase its unknown quality. Presenting on-edge sips from niche domestic producers, all this is done in a stylish space that feels good to be in.
Mokotowska 54
Contained within a 30 sq/m space, the gorgeous wall fittings on which the wines rest are made to feel an organic part of this pre-war property. A place of subtle and calming class, its location makes it an ideal post-boutique check-in.
Bulwary Generała George’a Smitha Pattona 966
Riverside views aren’t the only plus, for the design inside this pavilion is something else – fetching at night, the colours and furnishings create the impression of entering a lava lamp. A fave with the insta crowd, wines are as interesting as the maverick menu.
Zgoda 5
Though lacking the exhaustive choice of its competitors, Niewinność has a brilliant atmosphere that feels more like entering a hip loft apartment belonging to a friend. It’s this casual-cool, make-yourself-at-home vibe that has made it a legend.
Sandomierska 13
Weaknesses do not exist in Kontakt, and if they do, they have yet to be identified. Glorious in its deep shades of blue, the 400-strong wine list is a deep dive into the extraordinary. Slanted towards natural, bio-dynamic and organic wines, the five-star experience is aided by wonderful food.
Mokotowska 48
You can’t talk about Warsaw’s best wine bars and fail to mention Ale Wino. Now considered a veteran when bunched against so many young guns, this warming labyrinth feels snug, intimate and even a little rustic. Around 250 wines have been amassed and they go brilliantly with the food.
Moliera 6
Formerly a canteen for ballet dancers, this address now holds is the largest bar in Europe specialising in natural wines – you weren’t expecting that! Entered past a lavish drape, this cool space has a suitably adventurous choice of rebel wines.
