Because of its location, this swish trendy restaurant and bar attracts a large working crowd. The food is here is delectable and Polish! Prepare to be gastronomically pampered with authentic blini (crepes) and dumplings with caviar, black pudding and smoked eel!.
Because of its location, this swish trendy restaurant and bar attracts a large working crowd. The food is here is delectable and Polish! Prepare to be gastronomically pampered with authentic blini (crepes) and dumplings with caviar, black pudding and smoked eel! Interesting?
74 Blackfriars Rd SE1 8HA
Tel: 020 7928 1111 (info)
Hours: Mon-Sat 12:00pm-11:00pm
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