Dyletanci

Dyletanci opened in 2016 as a neo-bistro, wine bar and wine shop.

For several years, it was located in the Powiśle district of Warsaw but, since 2023, it has been in the city centre, on Koszykowa Street with a new, clean and minimalistic interior. It’s a casual fine-dining concept, with lunch served Monday through Friday, and an à la carte or tasting menu in the evenings.

Minimalist, well-crafted details and quality ceramics define the space. The food is always of a high standard, rich in flavour, elegant in a way, but still within the realm of great comfort.

With over 1,000 references, Dyletanci has the biggest wine list in Poland. There are two different wine pairing options, and around 25 wines by the glass, as well as a selection of beer, cider and digestives.

Wines are mostly from Europe, France, with a huge selection of Burgundy and Champagne. French wines are well represented with Loire Valley, Rhone Valley, Jura, Alsace, Provence and Roussillon. Most of the French selection is biodynamic, with producers like Pierre Morey, Armand Rousseau, Domaine Duroché, Agrapart and Jacques Selosse, to name a few. You’ll also find some iconic Italian wines on the list. Many wines are priced very fairly, but you can find some examples of "second market" hype.

(Norbert Dudziński, former Head Sommelier at Dyletanci, is also Star Wine List's ambassador in Warsaw, Editor's note)

With a wine list boasting 800 selections, Dyletanci offers one of the largest collections in Poland.

The selection of French wines is excellent, especially Burgundy, featuring top-tier producers and a good few vintages to choose from. Additionally, there’s a great selection from the Loire Valley, Jura and Roussillon, and an extensive range of Champagnes, including established estates and renowned growers.

The by-the-glass selection is sufficient, focusing mainly on wines imported by the owners. Until recently, Dyletanci was the only place to use exclusively handmade glasses – specifically, Zalto glasses.

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