Alpena's Favorite Polish Restaurant

Taste the soul of Poland

Every dish at The Old Polish Corner carries generations of tradition — from our flaky pierogi and slow-simmered bigos to the fresh-baked rye bread that fills our dining room each morning.

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A table laden with traditional Polish dishes including pierogi, bigos, and fresh bread

Hearty, Home-Style Polish

Family recipes, generous portions

Made with Love

From scratch, every single day

100%

Fresh Ingredients

Loved by Locals

Alpena

Since day one

Our Menu

Polish Classics,
Served Right Here

Every plate tells a story passed down through generations. We prepare each dish from scratch using time-honored recipes and the finest ingredients.

SIGNATURE

Pierogi

Hand-folded dumplings filled with potato & cheese, sauerkraut & meat, or seasonal fruit. Served with sour cream and caramelized onions.

Ask about today's fillings

COMFORT FOOD

Kotlet Schabowy

A breaded pork chop pressed thin, fried to golden perfection — the Polish answer to schnitzel. Served with mashed potatoes and cucumber salad.

Hearty & satisfying

STREET FAV

Zapiekanka

Poland's iconic open-faced sandwich — a half baguette slathered in tomato sauce, loaded with sautéed mushrooms and melted cheese, baked until bubbling.

Crispy, cheesy, addictive

DESSERT

Sernik

A rich, creamy Polish ricotta cheesecake with a crumbly butter crust. Less sweet than its American cousin, deeply satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser.

Made fresh daily

This is just a taste — ask about our daily specials and seasonal specials.

Call Us for the Full Menu

A home-style Polish kitchen with ingredients and cooking equipment

Warm dining room interior with wooden tables and cozy lighting

Fresh vegetables, herbs, and quality ingredients ready for preparation

Freshly baked Polish bread coming out of the oven

626 N 2nd Ave, Alpena

Our Story

Roots in Poland,
Home in Alpena

The Old Polish Corner wasn't born from a trend — it grew from a kitchen table, a collection of handwritten recipe cards, and a deep conviction that the food of Poland deserves to be celebrated wherever Polish families settle.

We built this restaurant around one simple idea: serve honest, filling, deeply flavorful food the way it's meant to be made — by hand, with patience, and without shortcuts. Our pierogi are folded one by one. Our bigos simmers for hours. Our bread rises slowly.

Located right here in the heart of Alpena, we've become a gathering place for families, friends, and anyone who believes that a great meal is an act of care. Walk in hungry. Walk out happy.

Made from Scratch

Family Friendly

Catering Available

Alpena, MI

Visit Us

Come Sit
a While

We're right in the heart of Alpena. Pull up a chair, and let us take care of the rest.

Address

626 N 2nd Ave

Alpena, MI 49707

Phone

(198) 934-00990

Call to place an order or ask about catering

Hours

Monday – Friday 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sunday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Hours may vary on holidays — call ahead to confirm.

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Have a question about catering, events, or our menu? We'd love to hear from you.

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Hungry? Call Us or Stop By

Whether it's a quick lunch or a family dinner, The Old Polish Corner is ready to serve you hearty, honest Polish food.

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Taste the soul of Poland