Arco by Paco Pérez

One of the best meals and service, I ever experienced. I have been on 2 star Michelin resturant, who is under this level. It is a truly underrated resturant in the Michelin Guide. So go there before they get 3 stars, and more pricey ;) And so polite servive.

Delicious food, with a special mention for the tiny buns filled with onion soup - if I could, I would’ve ordered a box of them. Some dishes were relatively unremarkable, but still very good, and there were a few outliers that we still talk about many months later, like the aforementioned onion soup buns or the variation on pasta e patate. Of course everything was beautifully presented. The weakest part of the menu in our opinion were the meat dishes, but still nothing to complain about. We’re also grateful for the gin recommendation, thanks to you we found a gin that we still love today! Although the portions veer on the smaller side, as expected from a tasting menu, after the longest menu we left feeling full, but not stuffed. The view is spectacular and I recommend planning your visit during the day, when you can appreciate it fully. The service at the reception downstairs is very unpleasant. We are not Gdansk natives, we were a bit unsure how to get to the restaurant (it’s not immediately obvious), and the lady at the reception was borderline rude when we asked. In the restaurant itself, the waiters were very kind and attentive, no major complaints. We’ve been to many restaurants in the area, and so far Arco has been the only fine dining place that really stood out. I can barely remember what I ate at some of the other ones without looking for pictures. It’s not an extraordinary fine dining experience that you won’t find elsewhere in the world, but there are very few places in Poland that can match it, and none that I can personally think of in the Tri-city area. If this type of cuisine is something you like and you don’t mind the expense, you should definitely book a table. We’re planning to visit again, even though it’s a rather long trip for us.

A visit to a Michelin star restaurant is my go to thing whilst visiting a city. This one did not disappoint. We went for the 16 course wine pairing and to say that every course was beautiful and yet so different is an understatement. We also went for the wine pairing that was so perfectly matched to the fabulous food. Our waiter was attentive and knowledgeable as was our sommelier. The staff we all super efficient and the head chef checked on us to ensure that we were ok and happy with the food. The views of the city are amazing and the restaurant was tastefully designed. All in all very happy with our visit and if returning to Gdansk we would return and enjoy it all again.

We went for the Physis menu with wine pairing. It was a fantastic experience. 18 delicious courses, great service, especially from the sommelier, and great view.

Wonderful location, service is stunning and tasting menu is an excellent experience. I would suggest to introduce non-alcoholic pairing to it, on top of that everything is perfect.

The floor-to-ceiling windows offer a great city panorama, allowing you to feast eyes on the sea line below. As day turns night, the windows transform into a unique canvas, blending the reflection of the bustling kitchen with the twinkling lights of the city, creating a special visual experience. The food is a delightful journey through flavors and textures. Their classic soup is a standout taste. The menu showcases a range of well-executed dishes that highlight both local and international cuisines. The only misstep is perhaps the Groseran risotto. While creative, the green peas didn't quite manage to balance the strong cheese flavor, leaving the dish slightly out of harmony. Nevertheless, this small imperfection was easily overshadowed by the overall quality of menu. What we really liked was the impeccable service. The staff's attention to detail and genuine care for guests' satisfaction elevate the experience from merely a meal to a memorable event. In conclusion, with its stunning views, excellent cuisine, and outstanding service, Arco was for us the best restaurant in Gdańsk.

We visited Arco with high expectations, but unfortunately, the experience felt neither thoughtful nor particularly guest-oriented. The service was minimal – information about the dishes was delivered quickly and perfunctorily, with little sense of passion or care. One detail that truly set the tone was how water was handled. Despite Poland having perfectly drinkable tap water, bottled water was served automatically and refilled continuously – without being offered as a choice. This later appeared on the bill. At a Michelin-starred restaurant, where every detail should contribute to a sense of generosity and attentiveness, this came across as petty. Charging for something that wasn’t even presented as an option undermines trust in the overall experience. The food also lacked coherence. A few dishes were interesting on their own, but several flavor combinations simply didn’t work, and the menu felt more like a collection of ideas than a cohesive journey. There was no clear flow, no story – just ambition that didn’t quite land. The space itself is beautiful, but the path leading to the restaurant was far less flattering – a confusing journey through the building that left us wondering, “Where have we ended up?” It’s a small detail, but one that added to the overall sense of disconnect between setting and substance. For a restaurant with star recognition, it shouldn’t just be about appearance – it should be about feeling, taste, and a guest experience that truly resonates. And insisting on bottled water without offering an alternative doesn’t just feel outdated – it clashes with both transparency and the kind of environmental awareness one would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. There are so many restaurants – thoughtful, generous, and deeply rooted in both flavor and hospitality – that would feel more deserving of a Michelin star than this.

A restaurant with a beautiful panoramic view, excellent service, and terrible food. We ordered a set menu with 10 items, 8 of which were dreadful—these cannot even be called dishes; they were just a mix of incompatible ingredients. For example, the tartare left a distinct aftertaste of mold, although when eating the ingredients separately, this was not the case. It takes a “remarkable” skill to ruin a product this way. Out of the 10 dishes, only the soup and meat were edible. Even then, the garnish and sauce for the meat were utterly uninspired. This is the most disgusting food I have ever eaten.