Little Walter’s
Polish restaurant · East Kensington
2049 E Hagert St, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Highlights
Polish pierogi, kielbasa, and cocktails in a cozy setting
Polish pierogi, kielbasa, and cocktails in a cozy setting
"Little Walter's is a Polish restaurant in Kensington with a straightforward menu dominated by smoked meats and pickled vegetables. But it's the pierogi, with their deliciously chewy wrappers and larger-than-your-palm size that’ll speak to you on a spiritual level. There are usually two to choose from—the classic version, stuffed with silky mashed potatoes and cheese, and a seasonal option, like spicy eggplant or sauteed squash and kale. They're flavorful, hearty, and the kind of dumplings that you can't find everywhere in Philly." - candis mclean
"Using Little Walter's as a cozy retreat for kielbasa, pierogi, and the Polish version of a Citywide is one of the best ways to spend time in Kensington. For $16, you'll get a 16 oz can of żubr (a lager) and a shot of żubrówka (vodka) in a casual restaurant where friends fill up the tables and perfect strangers spill their weekend plans at the bar. And whether that's heading to the supermarket, a Sixers game (mistake), or on a date with an ex, it will all come out after one or two of these bad boys." - candis mclean
"Little Walter's has all the elements of a great camping trip, and none of the nature part. It's warm, the scent of grilled kielbasa is in the air, and there's a grill in the back near a velvet couch (okay, so maybe it's a glamping trip). There’s a long wooden bar, intimate lighting, and colorful plates on the walls that you’ll swear came from your great aunt’s house. But you’re not here because it feels like family dinner—you’re at the Kensington restaurant for the generously portioned and peppery eggplant pierogi and the rotisserie pork and cabbage combo that’s both smoky and tangy. Have a Polish Citywide, wait for your plate of smoky meats and comforting dumplings, and be happy a place exists with a rustic feel without having to set foot outdoors." - candis mclean
"Little Walter’s in Kensington will host a $125 per person Wigilia Dinner with chefs from Heavy Metal Sausage, Square 1682, Mom-Mom’s, and the Comcast Tech Center. You can expect braided potato bread, a selection of pickled vegetable salads, soups, and a trio of fish, including pickled herring, steelhead salmon, smoked trout, pierogi, and more." - candis mclean
"Little Walter’s in Kensington will host a $150-per-person pierogi tasting. It will be eight courses and feature everything from doughy pouches filled with oysters and apple relish to roasted garlic potato and Appalachian truffle. There will be seatings at 5:30pm and 8:30pm and a la carte drinks." - candis mclean
