The Lowdown

Chmielna Street just leveled up with the Podniebna Crew, the newest hotspot shaking things up. Warsaw Star dropped by to chat with the team behind the buzz. First up we must tell you that this isn’t your typical dining experience—step inside, and you’re immediately greeted by a trippy, almost surreal design. The floor? It’s like you’re walking on clouds, and the narrow path you have to follow to your table makes you feel like one wrong step could send you tumbling through the sky. Trust us, it’s a mind-bending effect that’s worth seeing in person.

The Tables

But it’s not just the floor that’s floating—so are the tables. These beauties are completely free of supports, giving them a gravity-defying vibe that’s both futuristic and incredibly cool. The catch? With no place to rest your elbows, your table manners are instantly upgraded. It might sound a bit out there, but once you experience it, you’ll get what we mean. No table pics here—you’ve gotta see them for yourself!

The Crew

The Veteran

Podniebna is the brainchild of owner Piotr Lipski, a veteran of Warsaw’s culinary scene who’s put his heart and soul into every detail of this place. His vision was to create a spot where you don’t just eat—you experience. And that’s exactly what you get.

The Chef

Running the kitchen is Nepalese Chef Amir Shrestha, a culinary maestro whose journey spans from Singapore to Poland. With over 15 years experience in renowned places such as the Novotel hotel or Stixx restaurant, now in Warsaw, he’s shaking up the food scene with his inventive dishes and blending grilled delights with magical steamed creations.

The Backup

Backing him up is Deputy Chef Aakash Magar, a young talent from the Himalayas who’s all about pushing the boundaries of what food can be. We have been told Aakash’s molecular cuisine skills turn everyday ingredients into something out of this world, both in taste and appearance.

the Cook de Partie

Then there’s Cook de Partie, Govind Thapa, another culinary maestro hailing also from Nepal. Govind brings a balanced approach to his cooking, focusing on fresh ingredients and harmony in flavors—a reflection of his own life philosophy.

The Waitress

Last but definitely not least is Julia Pyciarz, the dynamic waitress who’s as passionate about people as she is about her work. Julia’s got a talent for making you feel right at home while serving up dishes that are anything but ordinary.

The Scoop

We’re already plotting our return to dive into the food and drop some top picks for you. But if you can’t wait for our ‘expert’ take, go ahead and dig in yourself—just hit us up in the comments with your faves. And don’t forget to give a shoutout to the super chill crew from us while you’re there!