BaniaLuka, Restaurant and bar in Plac Szczepański, Krakow, Poland
BaniaLuka is a restaurant and bar located at Plac Szczepański 6 in Krakow, serving traditional Eastern European food and drinks. It sits close to the Old Town Market Square and stays open until the early morning hours on most days.
The venue opened in the 1990s, when Krakow's nightlife began to take shape following the end of communist rule. It was among the early establishments to join what became a growing entertainment scene around Plac Szczepański.
BaniaLuka sits on Plac Szczepański, one of the most frequented squares in central Krakow, where locals and travelers naturally cross paths. The menu draws on Eastern European drinking and eating traditions that are still very much alive in the city today.
The place is easy to reach on foot from the Old Town, as Plac Szczepański is right on the edge of the historic center. Since it stays open late into the night, it works as a stop for dinner as well as for a late-night drink.
Vodka is served here in 40-milliliter glasses, which differs from the standard measure used in most Polish bars. On top of that, the menu prices stay the same at any hour, with no extra charge after midnight.
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