"With a small dining room that has card tables, a long counter, and plenty of bar stools, this cash-only spot in Noble Square could be a dive bar in a parallel universe. But Podhalanka doesn’t even have booze. You come to this old-school restaurant for beef tripe stew, pork shank, and the best thing here: pierogies. There are three options (cheese, cabbage, and meat) that are all perfectly seasoned and wrapped in a chewy dough. Top them with onions and a dollop of sour cream—a delicious combination of savory and tart. " - adrian kane