I usually stop by Dynia (which means “pumpkin” in Polish) for a coffee and my favourite pumpkin soup. Even though Dynia is situated nearby the noisy Main Market Square, it is an out-of-the-way place where you can completely chill out. Especially in the lovely summer garden nestled at the rear of old tenement houses.
Dynia offers mostly healthy, vegetable dishes, but there is also quite a lot on the menu for carnivores. I usually order pumpkin cream soup or tomato cream soup with feta cheese (PLN 7.50 for a bowl). I also recommend pasta, especially spaghetti with goat cheese, aubergine, arugula and sun-dried tomatoes (PLN 21.90). If you have a sweet tooth, you can order a piece of cake or another dessert, such as apple crumble (PLN 9.90).
The waiters and waitresses in Dynia are very friendly but they sometimes keep you waiting for too long. Therefore, if you are in a hurry, you can walk over to the buffet and order or pay directly at the till. Dynia is a child-friendly restaurant, which provides not only special kids menu and high chairs, but also colouring books and crayons.
The inner garden is a great spot for lunch with friends during the day, while at summer night it changes into a perfect scenery for a romantic date. The garden's magical atmosphere is highlighted by glowing balls hidden among ferns. And when it rains, you can snuggle under a large umbrella and get warm with mulled beer or hot chocolate with rum.
