Polonez

4016 South Packard Avenue, St. Francis, WI - (414) 482-0080

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Posted By Michael Stern on October 22, 2004 3:03 PM

In a city full of superb Eastern European restaurants, Polonez has earned a reputation as one of the best. We went there on a Friday for its fish fry, but could not resist exploring a few of the Old World specialties on the menu; and everything we tried was no less than magnificent. From the excellent rolls and homey chicken noodle soup to start the meal to elegant crepes at the end, this was a rare under-$20 feast.

From the outside, it has little charm: a blocky building with a simple sign, its only real color the flags of the U.S. and Poland flying overhead. But inside is charming and elegant. Tables are covered with soft white cloth. Decor is all about Polish culture, including two lifesize mannequins outfitted in traditional garb. And the waitstaff couldn't be more caring and kind.

Polonez is a Milwaukee must-eat!

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Posted By Mel Kozek on April 24, 2005 11:28 AM

I come from a Polish family that always cooked traditional food at home.

All I can say is that Polenez comes the closest to what I ate at home of any Polish restaurant I have ever been to. The food is just like what my grandmother made, and we still make. The pierogi were soft, served with sour cream and apple sauce. The biguse (hunter's stew) was full of saurkraut, mushrooms, and sausage was simmered to perfection. I don't usually like golobki (stuffed cabbage), but Polenez kept the tomato sauce under control. It complimented rather than overwhelmed the cabbage and meat. The fried lake perch were much larger than most and were a deep golden brown without being overcooked.

Polenez was clean (I think you could do surgery in the bathroom it is so clean) straightforward, and delicious. The only pierogi I like better are the ones my wife makes.

The price was reasonable, and the service was friendly. Since my daughter lives in Milwaukee I will be a frequent visitor to Polenez.

If you like simple Polish food you can't beat Polenez.

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