Restauracja Kubicki

Restauracja Kubicki is described as the oldest restaurant in Gdańsk, operating on ul. Wartka since 1918, in the Main Town close to the Motława riverfront and the Crane. It serves traditional Polish cooking in a moderate price range, and its long history makes it a point of reference for visitors interested in the city's culinary heritage, particularly as Gdańsk changed its borders, population and name through the twentieth century. The menu follows the classic Polish repertoire: soups, pierogi, pork and poultry mains, fish, potatoes and seasonal sides, with substantial portions in the style of a long-established family restaurant. No single signature dish is formally listed, so visitors normally choose from the traditional mains, which are typically priced around PLN 40-90. The dining room is old-fashioned and comfortable, with a conservative interior, and the atmosphere is relaxed and unhurried rather than trend-driven. A live pianist plays on Wednesday to Saturday evenings, which gives dinner a gentle musical background without the volume of a bar. Dress is casual to smart casual, and the clientele includes locals marking family occasions as well as travellers. The restaurant opens from 12PM and closes at 11PM, staying open to midnight on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday according to a listing dated May 2025, so the hours should be confirmed before a late visit. The drinks list covers Polish beer, wine, vodka and soft drinks, and a digestif after the meal fits the traditional style. No formal reservation policy is stated, but booking by phone on +48 58 301 00 50 is sensible for groups, weekend evenings and the July to August season, when the nearby Crane and waterfront draw heavy foot traffic. Visitors can find more information on the restaurant's own website, restauracjakubicki.pl. The location is a few minutes on foot from the Long Market and St. Mary's Church.