Papu is one of the few restaurants in upper Mokotów, and definitely my favorite one. It has a quaint décor with attention to detail that makes you feel almost at home, yet it is definitely good for business lunch or dinner. The place feels a bit cramped though, and the walking area is rather tight, so somebody will bump into your chair eventually. The service is swift and professional, used to navigating in the tight spaces inside the restaurant, which cannot be said for the (especially the inebriated) clients. The food is a mix of a Polish cuisine with a twist (e.g. veal kidneys pan fried in olive oil with garlic and finely chopped parsley) with a modified Italian fare (e.g. risotto in a variety of forms). My favourite starters are salads though. The mixed lettuce leaves served with chicken livers and balsamico – honey sauce is simply divine.
The ceasar salad with slices of grilled chicken breast and sauce made with anchovies is one of the best ceasar salads I have ever had.
However, the true attraction of Papu are the hot lava blocks, on which you can cook, at your table, a variety of meats and seafood.
Needless to say, it is a lot of fun, and very well imitates an effect of lava grill in a miniature format. The full-size bibs are provided, so you don’t have to worry about getting splattered all over. My personal favorites are the shrimp and the sliced steak. Both are well pre-seasoned, and you can cook them to your own personal desire.
The desserts are again a mix of Italian and Polish goodies, with a highly recommendable cheesecake in the lead. The wine selection is decent enough to go with the offered food. Overall, a very enjoyable place.
http://www.restauracjapapu.pl/
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