Relaks is at Puławska 48 in Stary Mokotów, south of central Warsaw. The entrance is around the corner on Dąbrowskiego. Inside are vintage chairs, low tables, shelves of beans and walls covered in Polish posters.
Relaks suits a longer stop over filter coffee and cake or a sandwich. People bring laptops and books, and natural wine is available later in the day.
Coffee
Relaks serves espresso, milk drinks, filter and cold coffee in season. The beans change, so ask at the counter what is available on filter.
Staff can help you choose a coffee, and there are beans on the shelf to browse.
Filter
Relaks has long served filter coffee and alternative brews, including batch brew and cold brew. Check the board or ask at the counter for the day’s selection.
Take a cup to the window or settle into the poster-lined seating area.
Food
There are cakes, pastries, croissants, sandwiches and simple breakfast plates, including vegetarian and vegan options.
Natural wine is also available later in the day.
Service & Room
The cafe occupies a former toy shop, with mismatched furniture and a collection of Polish posters on the walls. Expect a mix of regulars, dogs, children, laptop users and people stopping for cake.
It can get crowded, and service can be unhurried. If you want to work on a laptop, finding a table may depend on when you arrive.
Why Filter Notes shortlisted Relaks
Relaks is a café in Mokotów serving filter coffee, espresso, breakfast and cakes. It has vintage furniture, Polish posters and seating for a longer visit.