Best Italian Restaurants in Gdańsk

Walk‑ins are common, but reservations help for weekend dinners, small dining rooms, or terrace seating with a river view. In peak summer, prime times book up quickly, especially near the Old Town and Granary Island. If flexibility is limited, reserve a few days ahead or choose an early or late seating.

Most Italian kitchens offer meat‑free choices such as tomato‑based pastas, pesto, mushroom risottos, or veggie pizzas. Vegan options are growing—look for marinara pizzas, seasonal vegetable plates, or sorbets. If unsure, ask about swapping butter or cheese for olive oil, and confirm whether fresh pasta contains eggs.

Some venues keep gluten‑free dried pasta on hand or can swap to risotto and polenta. A few pizzerie may offer gluten‑free bases. Availability varies, and kitchens differ in cross‑contact controls, so check with staff before ordering. When sensitivity is high, opt for naturally gluten‑free dishes and simple sauces.

In central areas, many menus include English and staff are used to international visitors. Away from the tourist core, translations may be shorter, but ordering is still straightforward using dish names. Photos, daily boards, or staff recommendations help. It’s polite to start with a greeting and then switch to English.

Waterfront streets along the Motława and parts of Granary Island offer river views, outdoor tables, and lively people‑watching. Some interiors lean cozy for colder months, with candles and open kitchens. For a quieter scene, look slightly off the main routes or in Oliwa, where leafy surroundings suit a slower meal.

Yes. Many pizzerie and casual trattorie provide takeaway, and several partner with local delivery apps. Phone or online ordering is common, with collection windows designed to keep pizzas crisp. For pasta or seafood, takeaway is usually possible, though sauce‑separation and reheating guidance may help preserve texture at home.