Bacowka Restaurant

Last time we were here was over 10 years ago. Many changes. The restaurant has been completely remodeled and updated. Also a very large section added for groups and parties. The food is very good and authentic Polish tasting. One thing I would recommend is possibly changing the actual layout of the menu. Even being a Polish person it is quite difficult to navigate through the menu. I think it should be much clearer and possibly add images for people who do not know Polish food. The service was OK, overall a very good experience. I will add that the portions are very large.

Sure, they don't like outsiders. The personal is not rude, but you will sense this suspicion. No greetings, and with 6 guests, you would expect your water and napkins to be refilled. And the food is not as good as I was used to. Sup, really salty. The schnitzel was excellent, though. I think that I would be better off eating in another Polish restaurant next time, no offense, please. This one is a downer for me.

We had very tasty dinner at Bacowka. Portions are huge, beautiful presented and delicious. Our server Marcin is outstanding in his job. He helped us with meal choices and was quick with service. Ambience, atmosphere was great also.

Went for karaoke night and wow—what a blast! The energy was fun and lively, and the crowd was great. Plus, I didn’t expect the food to be so good during a karaoke night! Will definitely be back.

Bacówka is hands-down one of the best Polish restaurants I’ve ever been to! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm hospitality and the cozy charm of a true mountain lodge. The food is authentic, flavorful, and made with so much care — the pierogi and żurek are a must-try!

Absolutely loved our visit to Bacowka Restaurant! The food is truly delicious - authentic Polish flavors that feel homemade. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for a night out with friends or family. Karaoke - added such a fun and lively touch to the evening. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy great food and a great time!

We had a lovely dinner at this Polish restaurant. The atmosphere inside is truly impressive and inviting — warm, cozy, and beautifully decorated. However, since it was a warm evening, we chose to sit outside and enjoy the fresh air. The service was attentive, and the overall experience was delightful. Would definitely recommend!

Absolutely delish and the servings are so big that I always take leftovers home. The atmosphere is chill and relaxing and you can come for any occasion. Staff is so welcoming and kind, recommend this place as a must for Polish food but also for the atmosphere. Kasia was our server and she was the best.

I thought long and hard about what Polish restaurant I was going to visit while recently in the Chicago area. I was very pleased with my choice. I came early and was seated in the front area near the door. The woman waiting on me - Agnieszka - was fantastic. She was attentive but not too much, and she was very friendly. The world is small and it turns out that I know someone she's related to - it turned into a fun conversation. I haven't been to Poland for a while, so I was looking for something traditional to bring me back to those days. I ordered Kwasnica (the sauerkraut soup) and it was delicious and served it a beautiful little hanging soup bowl. For my main I went with the Kotlet Schabowy, because what is more Polish than that? The surowki accompaniments were delicious, and I took my left overs with me. That was probably the biggest kotlet I've ever seen in my life, and it immediately reminded me of my downstairs neighbor when I lived in warsaw who would pound kotlets every sunday morning!!! My only regret is that I didn't try the oscypek! The restaurant is beautifully decorated, and I felt really comfortable here. Even with my poor Polish language skills I felt at home here.

We tried this place after our son recommended it 1st the coffee is $5 with no refills, but the presentation & taste is great. A large cup with a gold saucer & spoon. Brought out complimentary bread, pickles & some sort of meat spread. Everyone in my group had pork or chicken cutlets with either egg or a cheese on them I had the traditional polish plate which had potato pancakes which were good Pierogi's also good Polish Sausage-ok Cabbage roll was large and tasty, idk what was in it but it was tasty & cuts like butter. The sauce was good also Every meal came with a tray of slaws or cucumber or beet salads. I liked the orange slaw it was a little sweet. Tons of food, maybe a little too pricey $142 B4 tip for $5 meals. Charging me $10 for coffee & a refill is a bit excessive It's an hour away so I'm sure we won't be back but I'm glad we went out of our norm & tried this authentic polish restaurant.

Bacowka is a cool place. Well decorated and hosted by pleasant people. The food was pretty good; meat and potatoes. My wife ordered the Hungarian goulash with a potato pancake and I ordered sizzling pork shoulder with fries. Let me be clear, the food was delicious. We finished everything......eventually ;-) The portions are pretty big, especially the pork shoulder dish. I wish I had a shoulder (or shoulders?) as big as the pig that helped me with my nutrient intake. There were three-ish well seasoned pork steaks. The goulash dish was a reasonably/"regular" sized dish. We took some home, but that is normally expected. In the end, we're going to go back and I recommend that you check them out. Just understand that you will leave with a full belly and lunch for the next day. The only, subtle issue is that the pork shoulder was not sizzling when it arrived. Peace!

I like the old decor better. I understand the remodel is trendy but the old decor was neat. I felt like I was in the mountains of Europe. Plus the furniture was way more comfortable. The menus are black and you cannot read them without your phone flashlight. The food is always consistently delicious. Maybe add something new to the menu or specials other than soup? I went on a Tuesday night and the restaurant and bar were empty. The bar always had a constant crowd. I hope the restaurant is still successful. I'll be back because the food is so good, I just wish things hadn't changed. Maybe I am old...ha!

Best Polish food and service in Chicagoland ,hands down. Highly recommend this place if you really experience something authentic and unique

The best Polish restaurant in the City! The food? Incredible. The pierogi were soft, flavorful, and clearly handmade--especially the potato and cheese ones, which melted in my mouth. The bigos (hunter's stew) was hearty and rich, with just the right balance of tang and spice. What really stood out, though, was the attention to detail. Every dish was beautifully presented, and you could tell the chefs take real pride in their craft. The portions were really BIG, and everything tasted fresh and well prepared. The staff were incredibly friendly, warm, and attentive--something that made the entire dining experience even more memorable. You can tell they truly care about their guests.

The atmosphere is great. The food is great. The service is not good. I was ignored for 20 minutes before my order was taken. Plus all of the "regulars" received bread where I was treated as a unworthy. The place is fine. The servers tend to ignore you unless you speak Polish Not fun

I order pork shoulder and they delivered some sort of ground meat with mash potatoes. Tried to tell me it was pork shoulder. Had to speak to three person before I got someone that bearly knows English. I didn't eat it didn't,know what it was. First he said it was grounded pork cutlets but then he said it was pork shoulder. I paid $86.20 for ground pork. I also didn't get the baked potato I ordered. Clearly it's ground pork not hammered. Tried to call you and you're not there. I didn't make up that picture it was what you had delivered to me.

Bacowka is such a family-friendly spot! We brought our kids and they were treated so kindly by the staff. There's space for everyone, and the menu has something for all ages. A real win for a weekend family dinner.

This was our first time coming here. I'm no stranger to Polish food, so I wanted to try this place out since they close a lot later than other places. We went this past Saturday, it was someone's party so it was pretty busy. I'm not sure if they're normally that busy on the weekends. We got seated right away. You can tell it's authentic since most of the customers plus the staff speak Polish. Pro tip: if there is a language barrier, pull out that smart phone you always have and look up Google translate. Should not take that long to pull up. It did take some time for us to receive our food because of the ongoing event, that's understandable. They're also severely understaffed, so they didn't expect a multitude of people coming in after 8 pm. For every table that left, it seemed like 5 groups of people would come. We ordered a variety of food to try. Food portions were very generous and huge. Prices were very fair for what you get, but what they charge in person is different from their website prices. Be aware of that. Service was lacking, we had to keep flagging down someone. However, it could be different if it was on another day. FYI, there is a 12% sales tax in addition to the 3% surcharge. Not sure why the sales tax is so high since I've eaten at other restaurants in that area. Unfortunately, I'll have to give them a 3 out of 5 due to the price disparities (in person from online), high sales tax, and mediocre service. -hot tea 3 - good tea and they offer you a nice selection of different flavors. However, $5 is so much for just hot water and a tea packet. -red borscht with dumplings 5 - traditional Polish soup. It's red beet soup with meat dumplings. Dumplings were very good. Meat wasn't dry. -potato pancakes 5 - crispy and moist. Good flavor. -pork hock 5 - ridiculously tender and juicy. Cuts off the bone easily. Star of the show. -pork shoulder 3.5 - it was sizzling when I received it but the meat seemed to be kind of tough. I usually like my meat tender but this one seemed a little overcooked. I just took some screen shots to show their official website prices are $2 cheaper than what they charge in person.

Really nice restaurant- the interior and decor is absolutely beautiful. Service was awesome! The food was really good and prices are very reasonable. We came on Wednesday and we had no idea until we got the check that they do crazy Wednesdays and it's $10 off the bill! I ordered pierogis and they were decent! Especially liked the potato and cheese ones. The Zapiekanka was delicious! We plan on returning!

A visit to Bacowka is a delightful experience from beginning to end. The warm lighting and soft background music create a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a evening with friends. Food is delicious and made fresh to order no matter what you pick from the menu. The Server's are attentive and knowledgeable, offering fantastic menu recommendations and ensuring drinks are always refilled.

Went there with my dinner club to have the Polish experience unfortunately it was a disaster waitress didn't speak. English brought us stuff we didn't order , we had to keep waving to get extra forks, etc. my girlfriend had a liver dish and she's from Europe and said it didn't taste right we asked for the manager They said there's no manager here. We asked to speak to the owner. There's no owner here at the end. They called up the owner and they said the We know our Food it good if you get something else you can, but you're gonna pay for it. Worst service I've ever experienced and I think I heard from the other reviews. You're fine if you go there if you speak Polish, but if you're American, I think they're prejudice thank you.

This place is in the middle of a large Polish community and you could tell with all the people speaking Eastern European languages. I felt like the only person who only spoke English there. I was alone and I sat at the bar, they have two there and the look very nice. The decor in this place is pretty nice for a restaurant in a strip mall. The food was really good too. Besides the pork cutlet, I also tried the smalec that is served with bread and pickles (if this is your first dance with authentic Polish cuisine, like me let me tell you about it). It translates as lard because it is pork fat and spices that is traditionally spread on a crusty bread and often topped with pickles. It was very good, I'd definitely look for that again. In addition to my main course, they brought the three traditional salads. Cole slaw, beets, and cucumber salad. All of them were good, but I liked the cucumbers the best. Some smalec, rye bread, and cucumber salad; now that would be a good meal, I might be ready to summer in Warsaw now.

Had the polish plate.Polish stuffed cabbage potato pancake, sauerkraut kraut meat periogi. I think the mashed potatoes were instant . Could have used butter and seasoning . I really like the stuffed cabbage in a wonderful creamy tomato sauce . I tried someone mushroom gravy it was good. I haven't been in a while and they remodeled. Very spacious. When we came it wasn't busy there was a bit of snow . Mushroom soup was great 10 a bowl . They had fresh bread with a meat spread for a comp starter . We had a big group and asked for separate checks. For some reason they couldn't do that. Our server was not that great. I've been here before fourth time service was excellent. We had a big group and I guess our group asked for separate checks but she said we can't because we made a reservation . Not sure why since we were the only ones in the dining room for the two hours we were there. The food was good but did come out tepid. I carried out the steak tartar and liver and onions for my son. The tartar was delicious I had a bite. Liver was pretty good. Did I mention how good the bread is . The restaurant remodel is a mix of this n that nice and clean. The other people that worked there were very friendly . The menu looked amazing I'll have to come back and try the duck and pork cutlet. The crepes looked incredible . The restaurant had pony chairs and a taxidermy dream which they no longer have. I like the new decor

Food was good - Polish plate and pork cutlet. Cucumber/pickle soup special was very good. Nice decor, music and friendly service.

My favorite place ! Best food & service . Highly recommended . Goff for parties, dates, family dinner

The Good: the waiter finally warmed up towards the end. The apple pie was delish, the pierogis so good. The decor was nice and clean. The Not So Good: the food overall was just meh for the price. They weren't too flexible with choices, we got the Polish plate that had potato pancakes they seemed like they were made hours before and not warm and tasted funky. They didn't come with sour cream or applesauce and a one ounce container was 1.50 each are we supposed to eat them plain??? There is something missing here. There's no love in the place. Suggestion: if we buy the pierogi plate let us mix and match 10 of the same was boring

Very good food, Wonderful experience and service. Our waitress Ilona -made great recommendations from the menu.Overall, Ilona provided excellent service and made our meal very enjoyable.

Very delicious food, great ambiance and service, the best polish food around - like how Babcia would make it!

The perfect place to get traditional polish food, the service is very attentive. The environment feels classy, and the staff is very well mannered always.

The food was excellent. The service was immaculate. The ambience was beautiful and authentic everything from the soup the salad to entree the desserts the quality was amazing. It's definitely worth the trip to go here even if you're from Chicago definitely be going back soon to stock up. This is a hidden gem.

This restaurant is located in a strip mall. When you start to walk up to the restaurant, you noticed that they have a nice patio in front of the restaurant the day that I visited it was extremely hot so I chose to sit inside. The inside looks very modern. We chose to sit at a side table in the dining room area, close to the bar. One of my only complaints about this restaurant is that the chairs are extremely uncomfortable. They look great and modern, but they're not very comfortable to sit in. Looking over the menu, they have so many classic and traditional polish dishes. I decided to try their Polish plate. The Polish plate came with a Polish sausage sauerkraut and pierogies and some mashed potatoes and a potato pancakes and stuffed cabbage with meat. I decided to share this plate with my wife. I'm glad that I did because the plate is quite a large portion. The Polish sausage was absolutely delicious and had a nice snap and it was juicy. The pierogies were also very good. The ones that we received seem to be all meat which is my favorite. The potato pancakes were also very tasty not overly greasy. The stuffed cabbage was a little firmer then I was used to but still delicious. The sauerkraut had a sour but delicious taste. The mashed potatoes were also good splitting up with my wife. I still felt very full after sharing this of course was a portion meant for one person, but like I stated, it can easily be shared I feel like it was quite a satisfying dish. I would've liked if it did come with sour cream or applesauce I'm sure that I could have asked for these to be accompanied, but they seemed rather busy and of course there seem to be a language issue. I was fine with just what I received. There is one other I wouldn't even call an issue, but since this place is so authentic, most of the staff does not speak English as their first language, so there is a language barrier. The young girl that came to our table to bring us waters did not speak any English, we were greeted who I assume was either the owner or the manager and even though her English team limited we were able to communicate enough to put my order in. I really enjoyed this place and I would like to try it again in the near future and possibly sit on their patio when the weather is a little cooler. The food is very good and felt very authentic. I definitely think this is a place that you should check out if you enjoy Polish food that is authentic in presentation and flavor.

Phenomenal experience. Everything was catered nicely, service was phenomenal, food was magnificent. Marcin took care of our family with high-class. Would highly recommend Bacowka to anyone!

Authentic Polish food with excellent service from Ilona. We will definitely be back and enjoyed our meals. Huge portions!

Amazing service, ambiance, and food! Marcin took great care of us, was extremely attentive, and ensured that we had a stellar experience. We will definitely be back and we will be recommending Bacowka to all our friends and family!

Can't wait to come back! The food, service and atmosphere are phenomenal! Thinking about hosting my birthday here!

Been coming here for years, wish I left a review sooner. Everything on the menu is great. There's also a bar with delicious cocktails . Definitely worth dining in! The staff are very nice and interior is so cozy. Agnieszka and Kasia are the best

I've gone to Bacowka a few times over the last few years. Some visits were with extended family and others with 1 or 2 co-workers. We have always been made to feel welcome. The original part of the restaurant is largely wood paneling. It creates a very homey feeling. The food is great. I have not had anything I didn't like. The cabbage rolls are terrific. The breaded pork is tender and juicy. They have a selection of beers on tap, including Polish options.

Had a delicious meal last night at Bacowka! We sat at the bar and Kasia was our bartender/server. She was so accommodating, fun and made our evening such a joy. Love the atmosphere here, the food and of course the staff is amazing. Highly recommend this restaurant!

I have added a star to my review, since after my initial review, the owner an I discussed many of the items in my review feedback. I believe the owner is receptive to implementing changes based on my feedback. I hope when I visit there in the future those changes will have a positive benefit. Please consider visiting there in the future.

Marcin he is the best man on restaurant Amazing food on service . Piękne wystroj restauracji jedzienie pyszne i atmosfera najlepsza

Soooo good. We stop by whenever in the area. Best meat pierogis ever. Ilona was kind and helpful and will answer any questions you might have with a smile. :)

Fabulous food. Great pierogis Their soups are superb. Truly a great sample of Polish delicacies

We are so pleased with the wonderful experience we had at Bacowka! It has a beautiful environment with friendly staff, delicious food reasonably priced, and very fast service! Nicole was our sweet waitress. She did a fabulous job being very courteous, attentive, and efficient! I am so thrilled my mother's first visit was a success especially when we were celebrating Mother's Day! We look forward to our next visit and we highly recommend this lovely place!

My sister in law suggested this spot since my brother and her are newly engaged. And also it was my mom's bday! Talk about a lot to celebrate! We ordered the pierogis and zapiekanka (oven baked baguette pizza) to start and everyone ordered different things for their entrees. I could not try to spell it if I tried, but mostly a mix of pork, chicken and mashed potatoes, very traditional according to my sister in law. We had drinks and lemon drop shots and our server was amazing. Thank you Ilona for dealing with our wild mixed family! The vibe of the place was more chill and cozy for the energy we brought in. Lol I think we must have cheered every time we got a round of shots and the best part of the night was when they BLASTED happy bday in polish for my mom. Now given, only my brother and sister in law understand Polish, but everyone at the restaurant sang and clapped along for her which was so nice. I would definitely check it out, it was a new experience. I felt like I was in a bar lounge in Europe. And then we went to the disco next door. The lovely Ilona recommended we stop in for a minute and we ended up dancing for a couple hours and it was an experience for sure. Lol We'll definitely be back for both food, drinks and dancing next door.

I recently dined at Bacowka and had the pleasure of being served by Marcin. His exceptional service truly enhanced our dining experience. Marcin was attentive, friendly, and very knowledgeable about the menu. He provided excellent recommendations, ensuring that we had everything we needed without being intrusive. His professionalism and warm demeanor made our meal memorable. I highly recommend requesting Marcin if you're looking for outstanding service! Ostatnio jadłem w Bacowka i miałem przyjemność być obsługiwanym przez Marcina. Jego wyjątkowa obsługa naprawdę wzbogaciła nasze doznania kulinarne. Marcin był uważny, przyjazny i bardzo dobrze znał menu. Zapewnił doskonałe rekomendacje, dbając o to, abyśmy mieli wszystko, czego potrzebowaliśmy, bez bycia natarczywym. Jego profesjonalizm i ciepłe usposobienie sprawiły, że nasz posiłek był niezapomniany. Gorąco polecam poproszenie o Marcina, jeśli szukacie doskonałej obsługi!

This is probably the 5th time that I have been here. The food is great, the service is good and the beer is exceptional. I enjoyed my meals in Warsaw and was happy to see some good polish food in the US. I can't say this is the most authentic, but I can say that the meals are always great and I have always been happy to stop here when I am in the area. Highly recommended.

Amazing food great ambience and Angleszka the best customer service waitress 5 star all the way!!!

Amazing service, great atmosphere, phenomenal HOT food! Our second time here and just as amazing as the first! Will absolutely be back!

Today I visited Bacówka restaurant and my server was Agnisia shes been with this restaurant for 5 years, she was very knowledgeable about entire menu including she asked me if the taste of food was to my liking. she described every item with a professional expertise at time I thought she was the chef. You can have lunch and dinner here. Kitchen opens up at 11 AM and closes at 10 PM. AgMieska said Bacowka started booking large party events 40 or plus people room fills 80 people if you want a closed off room.Saturday they have live music from 7pm to 12 pm. tEverything tastes excellent. Also, I found out that Wednesdays are 20% discount entire meal. They call it crazy Wednesday and Tuesdays is senior discount day. I highly recommend beef strife soup, and Pork Hock in Horse Sauce.

Excellent food. Great service! Thank you Marcin! A fabulous waiter, so kind and generous. Would definitely return to Bacowka.

Authentic polish food. I finally got to try this place. I wasn't disappointed, food was made fresh and nice selection of beers. Chicken noodle soup was excellent and main course was hot and served by super friendly waitress. Place was clean and upbeat, nicely decorated. If you like polish food this is worth the trip. Definitely coming back.

Top notch polish cuisine. Portions are huge and delicious. If you've never had Polish food, you must try it. Our server Kasia was kind and professional. Comfortable and spacious place, too,

Yelp did it again. Wanted to try this place. My partner and I went there around noon. The place was empty, yikes, but the reviews and pictures told me to stay. The two ladies there were very welcoming. I loved the complementary pickles, bread and spread. I had the Polish plate and my partner had the potato pancake and beef goulash. Wow the portions were generous and the taste, can't wait to go back. After fifteen minutes the customers started coming in. The servers were very attentive. This is a restaurant is awesome.

We always make it a point to come here when we are in town. We love the delicious and authentic Polish food. Our experience was wonderful. Martin took care of us at the bar and was so very kind and helpful. We enjoyed the sampler plate and the cucumber salad. The newly remodeled restaurant was a real treat. You will not be disappointed!

Amazing portions of freshly made, excellently flavored food. Our first Polish food experience. Definitely going back.

The space was beautiful, service was fast and friendly, and food was amazing! First time here, looked them up on this app. Not local to the area, but will definitely be back when I'm in town again!

First time eating polish food. Cute inside, good service and I loved the pierogis. The chicken soup was bland but over all liked the experience.