{"id":69,"date":"2023-07-20T16:25:03","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T16:25:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.happyceliac.com\/?p=69"},"modified":"2023-12-19T13:25:33","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T13:25:33","slug":"gluten-free-krakow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.happyceliac.com\/gluten-free-krakow\/","title":{"rendered":"Gluten-Free Krakow: A Travel Guide for Celiacs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Navigating Krak\u00f3w, or Poland for that matter on a strict gluten-free diet can truly be a daunting task, especially since Poland is one of the only countries we\u2019ve traveled to that faithfully uses the big three celiac enemies: wheat, rye, and barley in their everyday dishes! They\u2019re really everywhere and in everything :( But fear not! To help you navigate Poland\u2019s cuisine during your trip, we created the ultimate gluten-free guide to Krak\u00f3w. From gluten-free restaurants certified by the Polish Celiac Society to where to eat traditional gluten-free Polish dishes like pierogies, we\u2019ve got you all covered. With the help of this guide, you\u2019ll find everything you need to make your trip to Krak\u00f3w<\/a> worry-free, but most of all delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Just 200 meters from the must-visit Wawel Castle is one of the best Polish gluten-free restaurants in Krak\u00f3w, Pod Baranem. On our first night in Krak\u00f3w we came here as we heard they had gluten-free pierogi as well as other gluten-free dishes. To our surprise they had over five pages in their menu dedicated to just gluten-free dishes, not to mention they are certified by the Polish Celiac Society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Many of those dishes also included gluten-free versions of must-have traditional Polish cuisine, such as \u015aled\u017a w \u015bmietanie (herring in sour cream sauce)<\/em>, Go\u0142\u0105bki (stuffed cabbage)<\/em>, Barszcz z krokietem (beetroot soup)<\/em>, Kotlet Schabowy panierowany (breaded pork cutlet)<\/em>, Kaczka nadziewana po staropolsku (stuffed duck)<\/em>, and Kasza gryczana (buckwheat groats)<\/em>. You could seriously eat here every day and be completely content!<\/p>\n\n\n\n As for us, we loved Pod Baranem so we came back three more times. Pod Baranem really helped us have an awesome gluten-free trip to Krak\u00f3w. But I must admit that all three times we came out with a hefty bill as it\u2019s quite expensive compared to Polish standards. Nonetheless, Pod Baranem is definitely worth at least one visit if you are looking to indulge in sinfully good gluten-free Polish cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 33-332, \u015awi\u0119tej Gertrudy 21, 33-332 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Bezglutenowa BEZ PIEKARNIA is the first and only 100% gluten-free bakery in Krak\u00f3w. So obviously it was my go to spot for all my gluten-free baked good needs. They have everything from sweet pierogi, sourdough bread, and bagels to cookies and muffins. Fair warning, this is a small bakery so things go fast. I highly recommend reserving whatever bread\/rolls you are interested in ahead of time. I should also mention that all their products are lactose, additive, and preservative-free, and they are certified by the Polish Celiac Society. If you want to know what they\u2019ve baked for the day, check out their Facebook page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dietla 36\/1, 31-070 Krak\u00f3w, Poland<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are in need of a sugar fix, the world\u2019s smallest sweet factory, CiuCiu Fabryka Cukierkow, is calling your name. The 50-square meter shop offers free demonstrations every hour, where you can watch candy artists make delicious hard candy right in front of you! But who comes to a candy shop to watch candy being made when you can eat it? Especially when every candy in the shop is 100% gluten-free and certified by the Polish Celiac Society! Since everything is made with natural flavors (no additives), we left with 2 bags for 6 bucks. Even if you don\u2019t want to buy anything, you have to stop by for some free samples, the different flavors are delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grodzka 38, 31-044 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hurry Curry offers a wide variety of aromatic and savory curries from all around the world, but specializes mostly in curries from Southeast Asia. The curries all have different levels of spiciness and flavor, but whatever you chose won\u2019t be disappointing. Being certified by the Polish Celiac Society, you\u2019ll be happy to know that almost all of their curries can be made gluten-free or are already naturally gluten-free. None of their curries contain thickeners or flour, however they do add soy sauce to some of them, so please double check that the curry you\u2019re ordering doesn\u2019t contain soy sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some of the curries you can devour include the famous Thai curry, Tom Yum, fish curry from Sri Lanka, and chicken tikka masala from India. The possibilities are endless. Wait, I lied. Though all the curries can be made gluten-free, the starters and desserts are unfortunately not gluten-free, but with so many other options to choose from, I can\u2019t complain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hurry Curry also has two locations in Katowice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Szpitalna 9, 31-024 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n With the exception of one shop, I personally have not eaten at any of these restaurants below due to the risk of cross-contamination. With that being said, I do not recommend the following restaurants to celiacs or gluten-intolerant individuals<\/strong>, however, you can visit these places and be your own judge to decide whether or not it\u2019s safe to consume food there. As for those without an allergy to gluten who adhere to a gluten-free diet, these restaurants below are perfect for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Located in the popular Kazimierz neighborhood is the cheap, but healthy vegetarian\/vegan spot, Momo. Momo\u2019s is a fast food Indian\/Asian-focused cafe with many gluten-free options. Besides the permanent dishes, the menu changes regularly, however gluten-free items are clearly marked. Items marked on the blackboard with a blue square are considered gluten-free. Some of the staff do speak English and can talk you through the menu to help determine what is gluten-free! Note that their signature dumplings are not gluten-free nor are they certified by the Polish Celiac Society. Some celiacs have eaten here without any issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dietla 49, 31-054 Krak\u00f3w, Poland<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Bhajan Cafe is an Indian-based restaurant in Krak\u00f3w that is also 100% vegetarian. The cafe also has a nice zen-like atmosphere, relaxing music, and a decorative interior that everyone would enjoy. As for the menu, everything that is gluten-free and vegan is well labeled. From the appetizer to roti, there is a wide variety of gluten-free options, so you won\u2019t be limited to just a salad!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stradomska 17, 31-068 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Located in the popular Wolnica Square is the 100% vegan burger bistro. Gluten-free eaters can eat 4 out of 8 burgers, including the falafel and quinoa burgers that are served on gluten-free buns. All the soups and smoothies are also gluten-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n plac Wolnica 12, 31-060 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cakester is the one shop I did visit from this restaurants list. 95% of the menu is actually gluten-free, including all their delicious cakes, crepes, waffles, pancakes, and even their toppings! What makes Cakester even better is that it\u2019s sugar-free, lactose-free, and vegan friendly! It\u2019s the perfect place for a healthy treat while exploring Krak\u00f3w.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The only thing on the menu that isn\u2019t gluten-free is the toast, which is where the cross-contamination comes in for us celiacs. While we were waiting for our cakes, we observed the kitchen (from above) and noticed that the toast seems to be prepared in a different section of the kitchen. However, the person preparing the bread didn\u2019t immediately change gloves before handling other foods like the cake or the batter. So a tip for celiacs would be to ask the waiter to change gloves and only opt for the cakes rather than the battered stuff. Additionally, you should visit after 3pm as the toast options aren\u2019t served after 3, thus limiting cross-contamination. Otherwise, they are very good at cleaning surfaces and changing their gloves frequently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u015awi\u0119tego Tomasza 25, 31-027 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a small 100% vegetarian eatery in the popular Kazimierz district that specializes in hummus. Gluten-free eaters can opt for the hummus-filled corn bowls with a side of veggies. Make sure to ask for no bread! Since it\u2019s an open kitchen, you can watch your food being prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beera Meiselsa 4, 31-063 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cafe M\u0142ynek is another 100% vegetarian restaurant in the Kazimierz district that offers gluten-free options. Some of those dishes include popular Polish cuisines like gluten-free pierogi, bigos, falafel, and potato pancakes. They also serve gluten-free beer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n plac Wolnica 7, 31-000 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Below are a few dishes that are traditionally gluten-free but fall under the ask category. So though they may be gluten-free, please double check with the chef to make sure it\u2019s truly gluten-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Below you\u2019ll find a list of Polish dishes that are not safe for consumption and should be avoided if eating at restaurants that are not 100% gluten-free. Also, I know this list is long, but don\u2019t worry, many of the restaurants listed in this guide offer gluten-free versions of these dishes. So no worries, you\u2019ll still get to experience the Polish cuisine. Please note that this is not a comprehensive list, it\u2019s merely a helpful start to navigating Polish foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please Note: For those who are very sensitive to gluten, you should be aware that gluten-free wheat starch is approved in Poland, and in the rest of Europe, and is used in many gluten-free products. So please read labels carefully. Gluten-free wheat starch in Polish is skrobia pszenna bezglutenowa<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Located in a converted 19th-century palace, this five-star hotel offers modern and spacious accommodation within five minutes of Krak\u00f3w\u2019s must-visit main market square and within 10 minutes of the Jewish district, Kazimierz. The complimentary breakfast has a wide variety of gluten-free options that are clearly marked, as well as a handful of specialty gluten-free foods available upon request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nestled along the beautiful Vistula River is the elegant and stylish Kossak Hotel. Along with the stylish decor and spacious rooms, Kossak Hotel also offers one of the most beautiful views of Wawel Castle and Krak\u00f3w\u2019s Old Town from their rooftop restaurant. Speaking of restaurants, both the Percheron and Cafe Oran\u017ceria are certified by the Polish Celiac Society and serve exquisite gluten-free cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hotel Wielopole is perfectly situated in the center of Krak\u00f3w and within walking distance of great parks and many main attractions such as Old Town, the main market square, and the Jewish district. Also, if you are looking for a great hotel in Krak\u00f3w with friendly staff that doesn\u2019t break the bank, Hotel Wielopole is your home away from home. For breakfast they offer gluten-free bread and upon request you can get even more gluten-free products. Their restaurant of the same name is actually 100% gluten-free and is certified by the Polish Celiac Society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n There is nothing better than feeling at home when you\u2019re not at home, and an Airbnb rental can give you that feeling. With an Airbnb rental you can have your own kitchen and make safe, gluten-free meals while avoiding high hotel prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Click here<\/a> to get $40 off your next booking with Airbnb.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The city center of Krak\u00f3w is crawling with small supermarkets like Spar Express, unfortunately they don\u2019t have any gluten-free products. The store chain Zabka<\/strong> is the exception, as they have a few things like gluten-free bread, cookies, chips, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For a wider variety of gluten-free products you need to go to an organic store, a health store, or one of the two big supermarkets in the city center. The first supermarket, Carrefour<\/strong>, is located in the main railway station, Krakow G\u0142\u00f3wny, on the lower floor. The other is Alma<\/strong>, and it\u2019s located inside a shopping center called Galeria Kazimierz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As for organic stores, you\u2019ll find them throughout the city center. A quick Google search of bio stores in Krak\u00f3w will give you a few. A popular organic store, with a huge selection of gluten-free goodies, is Natura Sklepy Ekologiczne<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Popular gluten-free brands in Poland are Bezgluten<\/strong>, Incola<\/strong>, Balviten<\/strong>, and Glutenex<\/strong>. All of them are dedicated gluten-free companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I just wanted to add a quick note about gluten-free food at Auschwitz\u2026 there is none, so please plan accordingly. The museum cafe doesn\u2019t offer anything safe to eat besides fruits. I managed to find some bananas, apples, and Bounty bars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Alternatively, if you book a tour to Auschwitz that comes with a lunch option, you can request a gluten-free lunch so you don\u2019t have to worry about finding gluten-free food around Auschwitz. (But honestly, I would still bring my own food to be on the safe side.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Packing Tip:<\/strong> Since Auschwitz has a maximum bag size of 20\/30 cm (and anything bigger is required to be placed in one of the lockers), it\u2019s advised you pack your gluten-free lunch in a bag of that size. As you can easily spend a couple of hours in the Auschwitz museum, you\u2019ll probably want to take your lunch inside with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Below you\u2019ll find words and phrases to help you read and understand food packages in the supermarkets as well as ingredients of dishes that may be found in restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please note that the following text was provided by the Polish Celiac Society to help celiacs eat safely in Poland. The card is by no means exhaustive, but it gets the point across. Hopefully, we will create a better card soon that would include specific dishes and cross-contamination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jestem na diecie bezglutenowej. Nie mog\u0119 spo\u017cywa\u0107 produkt\u00f3w zawieraj\u0105cych pszenic\u0119, \u017cyto, j\u0119czmie\u0144 i owies oraz wszelkich wyrob\u00f3w z ich dodatkiem, szczeg\u00f3lnie m\u0105ki, skrobi i bu\u0142ki tartej. Mog\u0119 je\u015b\u0107: kukurydz\u0119, ry\u017c, ziemniaki, soj\u0119, proso, gryk\u0119. R\u00f3wnie\u017c wszystkie warzywa i owoce, mleko, ser bia\u0142y i \u017c\u00f3\u0142ty, jajka, \u015bwie\u017ce mi\u0119so. Glutenu nie zawieraj\u0105 r\u00f3wnie\u017c mas\u0142o, margaryny, oleje, oliwa z oliwek, cukier, pieprz i s\u00f3l. Przy stosowaniu przypraw nale\u017cy przeczyta\u0107 na etykiecie, czy nie zawieraj\u0105 glutenu.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I’m on a gluten-free diet. I cannot eat products containing wheat, rye, barley, oats, or any products containing flour, starch, or breadcrumbs. I can eat: corn, rice, potatoes, soy, millet, and buckwheat. Also, all vegetables and fruits, milk, white and yellow cheese, eggs, and fresh meat are okay. Gluten is not present in butter, margarine, oils, olive oil, sugar, pepper, or salt. When using spices, read the label to see whether they contain gluten.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Navigating Krak\u00f3w, or Poland for that matter on a strict gluten-free diet can truly be a daunting task, especially since … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat You\u2019ll Find in this Article<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Celiac-Friendly Restaurants In Krak\u00f3w<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pod Baranem<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bezglutenowa BEZ PIEKARNIA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
WieloPole 3 Restaurant<\/s> – No Longer Gluten-Free<\/h3>\n\n\n\nLocated in the basement of the WieloPole 3 Hotel is one of Krak\u00f3w\u2019s hidden gems, WieloPole 3. This veggie-focused superfoods restaurant serves tasty soups, healthy salads, and hearty raw vegan smoothies, as well as traditional Polish dishes with a veggie twist. Some of those dishes include bigos, potato pancakes, and beetroot soup.<\/s><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat makes this place so awesome is that everything is 100% gluten-free! Yes, I said it, a dedicated gluten-free restaurant in Krak\u00f3w. To make matters better, they\u2019re certified by the Polish Celiac Society and their prices are relatively cheap compared to other restaurants catering to gluten-free dieters. A filling meal with dessert and a drink would only set you back $10 USD.<\/s><\/p>\n\n\n\nAt WieloPole 3, we enjoyed many of their dishes including their pumpkin gnocchi, bigos, and the Buddha Bowl. The guaranteed safety of their gluten-free food and the price kept us coming back for more. It goes without saying that WieloPole 3 is a must-visit for any celiac while in Krak\u00f3w.<\/s><\/p>\n\n\n\nI recommend going earlier as they are not the friendliest when it gets close to closing time. As a 100% vegetarian restaurant, they also have many vegan options available.<\/s><\/p>\n\n\n\nWielopole 3, 33-332 Krak\u00f3w, Poland | Website<\/s><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nCiuCiu Fabryka Cukierkow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hurry Curry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Non-Celiac Friendly Restaurants with Gluten-Free Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Momo Krakow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bhajan Cafe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Nova Krova Krakow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Cakester<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
My Hummus Amamamusi Restaurant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Cafe M\u0142ynek<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Traditional Gluten-Free Polish Dishes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Polish Dishes that are NOT Gluten-Free<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Gluten-Free Hotels in Krak\u00f3w<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Holiday Inn Krakow City Center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Kossak Hotel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hotel Wielopole<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Airbnb<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Supermarkets with Gluten-Free Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Gluten-Free Auschwitz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Useful Polish Phrases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Polish Gluten-Free Restaurant Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Gluten-Free Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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