Awiw (pronounced Aviv and named for the Hebrew meaning the season of spring) is a modern Polish restaurant located right in the hustle and bustle of Kazimierz’s center. Take a break from exploring, and slip away from the busy streets into this charming restaurant serving authentic Polish grub.
The large menu at Awiw means you’re spoiled for choice, so come hungry and sample a variety of traditional polish dishes. In the winter, warm up to a hearty stew or a warm sandwich. For dinners, choose from a selection of grilled meats, delicious dumplings and healthy salads. Awiw has more than a few options on their menu under a Jewish cuisine section, including veal with latkes and beef cholent. If you’re craving a taste of traditional Polish-Jewish fair, your desires are bound to be satiated at Awiw. Make sure to leave room for dessert, as there’s an equally wide selection of sweets on the menu, which are mixed in modern and traditional origin.
Paying tribute to its namesake, Awiw is decorated with orchids and flowers, giving its interior a welcoming garden-like feel. Awiw makes for a great place for a pit-stop when exploring Kazimierz, so stop in for lunch or an afternoon snack and get a real taste of Poland.
