4 speakeasies in Kraków, editor-picked by TableJourney. All Kraków nightlife.
Mercy Brown ★ 4.7
stare-miasto · ul. Straszewskiego 28, 31-113 Kraków
Mercy Brown above the Smakołyki restaurant on ul. Straszewskiego in Kraków's Stare Miasto is the unsigned art-deco speakeasy, with jazz and burlesque nights, in-house tinctures and a spot on the World's 500 Best Bars list.
Tip: No street signage; enter through Smakołyki and ask for the cloakroom. Cocktails from 24 zł. Book burlesque nights two weeks ahead.
William Rabbit & Co ★ 4.3
kazimierz · ul. Bożego Ciała 12, 31-059 Kraków
William Rabbit & Co on ul. Bożego Ciała in Kraków's Kazimierz is the Alice in Wonderland-themed Magic Spot speakeasy down a hidden staircase, with false mirrors, secret cupboards, giant playing cards and an inventive cocktail list.
Tip: Find the bunny paw prints on Bożego Ciała, ring the buzzer and offer a magic word. Tables for two are the easier walk-in.
Mr. Black ★ 4.4
stare-miasto · ul. Szewska 21/6, 31-009 Kraków
Mr. Black on the second floor above the Multi Qlti pub on ul. Szewska in Kraków's Stare Miasto is the dark-walled cocktail speakeasy with a small bar, a tight banquette room and a list built around Polish-led classics.
Tip: No signage at street level; walk past the Multi Qlti taps and climb the stairs. Cocktails 32-45 zł; the rye and apple sour is the house call.
Wódka Cafe Bar ★ 4.3
stare-miasto · ul. Mikołajska 5, 31-027 Kraków
Wódka Cafe Bar on ul. Mikołajska in Kraków's Stare Miasto is the two-floor speakeasy-tight Polish vodka room running since 2003, with around 100 flavoured vodkas from earl grey to chocolate and chilli on a counter list.
Tip: Order a tasting flight of six shots for around 30 zł; the upstairs counter is the quieter perch. Pairs with herring snacks from the menu.