The Essential Polish Tour of Greenpoint
- vernon
- Jun 22
- 2 min read
Karczma
136 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Traditional Polish restaurant known for its rustic decor and authentic cuisine. Popular dishes include pierogi, bigos, and various meat dishes, along with a selection of Polish beers and vodkas.
Biedronka
854 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Grocery store that provides a variety of imported Polish products, including food, candy, drinks, cosmetics, and other essential items.
St. Stanislaus Kostka Church
607 Humboldt Street, Brooklyn, NY
This historic church serves the Polish Catholic community in Greenpoint. It offers services in Polish and hosts various cultural events and celebrations throughout the year.
Father Jerzy Popieluszko Square
33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Small memorial park with statue dedicated to the Polish Roman Catholic priest, Father Jerzy Popiełuszko (1947-1984). He was a strong supporter of the Solidarity movement in communist Poland and spoke out against the government; kidnapped and murdered by the Polish Security Police in 1984.
WARSAW (Concert Hall)
261 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Renowned music venue with a unique history. Originally established in 1914 as the Polish National Home, a cultural hub for the Polish immigrant community, it began hosting concerts in 2001 to raise funds for community events.
Today, Warsaw is famous for its eclectic lineup of punk, indie rock, hip-hop, and other genres, earning it the tagline "Where Pierogies Meet Punk." The venue has a capacity of around 1,000 to 1,100 people and has hosted a diverse range of artists, from emerging acts to well-known bands.
Syrena Bakery
207 Norman Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Beloved Polish bakery founded in 1993. Renowned for authentic baked goods, including fresh bread, pastries, cakes, and sandwiches.
Polonia Book Store
882 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Long standing independent Polish bookstore that has a wide variety of literature, folk art, gifts, and more.
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