Restaurant Pyza

An old-school Polish cafeteria

Pyza is Greenpoint the way it’s always been: grab a tray, point at what looks good, and sit down to a plate of homemade Polish food. Named for the pyzy — the plump potato dumplings of Polish home kitchens — it’s the kind of milk-bar-style spot where the pierogi are hand-filled and the portions don’t apologize.

No waiters, no reservations, no fuss. Order at the counter, pay in cash, and eat like somebody’s babcia is running the kitchen.

What people come for

• PierogiCheese & potato, or mushroom & sauerkraut — hand-filled, boiled or fried. The staple
• Kotlet schabowyBreaded pork cutlet, fried golden — Poland’s answer to comfort food. The classic
• GołąbkiCabbage stuffed and slow-cooked the traditional way. Like home
• Placki ziemniaczaneCrispy potato pancakes, straight off the griddle. Fan favorite
• Pyzy & pork goulashThe house-name dumplings, with meat or alongside a rich goulash. The namesake
• BlintzesStrawberry, blueberry or cheese — save room. The finish

Cafeteria board changes with the day’s cooking — call for today’s plates and prices. Cash only.

Call — (718) 349-8829

Hours

• Monday – Saturday11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• SundayClosed

Hours can shift — call (718) 349-8829 to confirm before a special trip.