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.
Fun for Kids, Relax for Parents!
Hey Families! Dive into deliciousness at Restaurant Relax while your little artists get busy with cool coloring pages! Quick eats for you, quick sketches for them – it's a tasty win-win! Join us for a meal that's fun for all ages!
Free Magic Potion Day
Magic is in the air at Restaurant Relax ! On this special Halloween day, we invite you for a FREE magical Hallion elixir. Feel the magic, savor the taste, and enjoy the moment with us. We're waiting for you with open arms and a glass full of enchantment!
Happy Halloween
Boo, dear foodies!Every good witch or wizard needs a hearty meal before a night of trick-or-treating or spell casting. So, let Restaurant Relax be your magical stopover this Halloween!Wishing all our valued customers a hauntingly delicious Halloween. Stay safe, eat...
On the Walls – Wawel
On the walls of our restaurant, you will find paintings related to the history of our country. One of them depicts the view of Wawel Castle, which has played a key role in Poland's development for centuries. Dive into the Fascinating History of Wawel Hill and Castle!...
Pulaski Day Parede 2023
Polish Pulaski Day Parade, one of the oldest parades in New York is Today May the Pulaski Parade inspire within us a renewed commitment to remember and honor our shared history, while instilling in us a sense of optimism for a future filled with even greater unity and...
PYZY – Vegetarian Style
Experience the vegetarian twist on a beloved Polish classic with our Vegetarian Potato Dumplings filled with a medley of fresh vegetables including carrots, celery, parsley, and onions, all masterfully blended with aromatic spices for a burst of flavor in every bite....
PYZY – Vegetarian Style
Experience the vegetarian twist on a beloved Polish classic with our Vegetarian Potato Dumplings filled with a medley of fresh vegetables including carrots, celery, parsley, and onions, all masterfully blended with aromatic spices for a burst of flavor in every bite....
We Are Now Top Rated
Thanks to the rave reviews from our amazing customers, we've earned our spot as the ultimate top-rated restaurant! Thanks! We Love You!
Google Reviews
Customer reviews like this one have a profound impact on our work. They are the driving force behind our early mornings, the meticulous preparation of every meal, and our unwavering commitment to providing you with exceptional dining experiences day after day. Reading...
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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