Restaurant Relax Blog
Polish Food, Culture & Stories
Since 1997, we’ve been serving Polish food on Newel Street and collecting a few stories along the way. Stories about Polish food, culture, and traditions that traveled across the Atlantic, the dishes generations grew up with, and the holidays that still bring people together around the table.
Here, we share a little of the history, humor, and everyday life behind Polish food. You’ll find celebrations worth remembering, local Greenpoint stories, forgotten characters, familiar flavors, and the occasional confession about pierogi.
Some stories begin in Poland. Others begin right here in Brooklyn. All of them are connected by food, memory, and the people who have walked through the doors of Restaurant Relax.
Pull up a chair.
There is always another story to tell.
Polish Meets Irish: A St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Wishing you a pot of gold and a heart full of cheer this St. Patrick’s Day from Restaurant Relax! As we honor the patron saint of Ireland, we also celebrate the deep bonds between the Polish and Irish communities. Much like the Irish, Poles are known for their warm...
Happy International Women’s Day!
Cheers to the incredible goddesses of the universe! The ladies of Restaurant Relax are raising a glass (and a spatula!) to your unstoppable energy, dazzling strength, and incredible spirit. Whether you're enjoying a quiet moment of self-care, celebrating with friends,...
Fat Thursday / Tłusty Czwartek
Fat Thursday has its roots in ancient Rome, where the "fat day" was celebrated to bid farewell to winter and welcome spring, feasting on rich foods. This tradition was also passed down among Slavic peoples, including those in Poland, during pagan times. The custom of...
Żywiec APA Hits Restaurant Relax!
Hey, beer lovers—something wild just hit Restaurant Relax: Żywiec APA! This Polish rebel (5.4% ABV) shakes up the American Pale Ale game with a golden glow and a flavor punch of zesty citrus, juicy tropical vibes, and a cheeky pine twist, all from hops like Citra and...
Happy Presidents Day from Restaurant Relax!
Celebrate this special day with us in the heart of Greenpoint, New York. Enjoy traditional Polish dishes, refreshing Polish beers, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for unwinding with friends and family. Join us today for a festive meal and a toast to Presidents Day!
Nutritious and Wildly Delicious
Dive into the playful simplicity of our steamed veggies, still crisp and bursting with color, served in their natural juices. This vegetarian delight pairs like a dream with fluffy rice or can be teamed up with our tender roast pork for a meal that's anything but...
Happy Valentine’s Day, Pierogi Lovers!
Roses are red, Vodka is clear, Nothing says “I Love You” Like Polish food and beer! Whether you're dining with your soulmate, your best mate, or just here for the pierogi, we’re sending you all a big, warm, buttery-hearted THANK YOU for being part of our Restaurant...
Love is in the… Pierogi!
Forget chocolates — real love is sharing pierogi! This Valentine’s Day, treat your special someone (or just yourself, we won’t judge) to our pierogi with sweet cheese and blueberries. And because every love story needs a little fizz, we’re serving it with our homemade...
Elegant Appetizer
New Dish Alert at Restaurant Relax! Discover our latest appetizer, a perfect harmony of warmth and coolness, texture and flavor. Savor our handcrafted potato pancakes, served golden and crispy on the outside, yet delightfully tender within. Each pancake is topped with...
Polish Food, Culture & Stories
Polish food is only part of the story. Through our blog, we want to help our Greenpoint neighbors discover Polish traditions, history and the people whose memories have shaped our community. If you have an interesting family story, a memory of old Greenpoint, a Polish tradition worth preserving or a food story that deserves to be shared, we would love to hear from you. Think of it as food for thought — with real food as our way of saying thank you. If we select your original story for publication on the Restaurant Relax blog, a meal at Relax is on us.
Story Submission Guidelines
We welcome original stories connected to Polish food, traditions, family memories, Greenpoint or the history of the Polish community.
- Please begin by sending us a short description of your story idea. You do not need to write the complete article first.
- Stories must be original and should not have been copied from another publication.
- Please make sure you have permission to share any photographs, personal memories or information about other people.
- Restaurant Relax may edit submissions for clarity, length and style while preserving the meaning of the story.
- Submission does not guarantee publication. We will contact you if we would like to develop your idea for the blog.
- Authors whose original stories are selected and published will receive a complimentary meal at Restaurant Relax as our thank-you.
- By submitting your story, you give Restaurant Relax permission to publish it on our website and promote it through our digital channels.
Have a story worth sharing? Send us your idea.
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