Gdański Bowke is a traditional Polish restaurant at Długie Pobrzeże 11, on the Long Embankment along the Motława River in Gdańsk’s Main Town. It takes its name from the “bowke,” the streetwise lad of old Gdańsk dialect and folklore, and its kitchen focuses on Pomeranian and Kashubian regional cooking, hand-made dumplings, and local craft beer.
Inside, the dining rooms use dark wood, brick, and old-port details that suit the waterfront setting. The menu centres on pierogi with sweet and savoury fillings, żurek sour rye soup, Baltic herring, and hearty meat dishes from the region. Regional beers from Pomeranian breweries pair well with these heavier plates. On Tripadvisor, the restaurant holds a 4.4 rating from about 1,800 reviews and ranks #66 of 885 Gdańsk restaurants (source: Tripadvisor). Reviewers often praise the generous portions and the river views.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
From June to August, cruise passengers and summer crowds fill the embankment. Book ahead for dinner through TheFork, or arrive for a late lunch around 15:00 for an easier walk-in. Riverside terrace seats go first on warm evenings. The medieval Żuraw (Crane) and the National Maritime Museum sit a short walk north along the quay. Długi Targ and Neptune’s Fountain are reachable through the Green Gate in about five minutes. Gdańsk Główny station is roughly a 15-minute walk away.
