The food was rustic and simple, albeit much less filling than we anticipated. It was nicely plated in simple earthenware dishes, the environment was clean while charming, and the service was attentive (even asking if we wanted to-go boxes before finishing our meal). We ordered the lamb khinkali dumplings, chanakhi (lamb, eggplant stew), and Georgian salad for two. The Georgian salad had a pleasant nuttiness to it that brought out the flavor of the tomatoes and cucumbers. The chanakhi was well balanced with a simple spice profile, but the lamb was a bit tough. The khinkali dumplings were juicy and flavorful. Our qualm was that the portions were lighter than expected for the price (note that there is apparently no expectation of tipping at this restaurant). At roughly $80 for three dishes for two people, we assumed we'd ordered enough to leave full, but left still fairly hungry. The food and service were genuinely good, but we would need to order a couple of extra dishes next time to account for the smaller portions and budget accordingly. The presentation and prices suggested a fine-dining ambition; ended up as more of a modest, well-plated home-style meal. read more

We really liked the lamb stew! The lamb was tender, tasty, and not gamey at all. The bread and cheese bowls were also very good. We also got the Georgian soup dumplings, but we thought the flavor was a bit too similar to Chinese soup dumplings read more

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Came to Palo Alto for a team event and the locals picked Bevri for the group dinner. Best call they could've made. Amazing food and service, and they handled a big table with no stress. We did the group menu and everything came out smooth. Khachapuri and khinkali disappeared fast. One of my favorite spots in the Bay Area now. read more

We wanted to try a Georgian restaurant and here we come! The environment is full of Georgian elements! Very cozy and good for hanging out with couples or friends. Eric, our server, was fabulous! He was so helpful and he catches our need so quickly! Also good recommendation on dishes! Shout out to Eric! He is awesome!!!! I have never been to Georgia. The food was amazing! Very big portion for the price too! This place is full of people! I highly recommend coming here! read more

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We were walking in the area and decided to stop in for a snack. We had never tried Georgian food so we're excited to see what they've got. Since they were recommending the dumplings and cheese bread, those were the two things we ordered. As someone who grew up with steamed dumplings, these dumplings were much bigger, and were beautifully decorated with pomegranates. The cheese bread also looked really impressive with the boat shaped bread and egg and butter on top. Overall, it was a bit of a carb heavy snack we chose for ourselves but an experience nonetheless. And while we were glad we gave it a try, the bread was incredibly rich and dense that we had to take most of it home. The cost of 5 dumplings is 25 and the bread was 26. Even though tip is not needed, it still came out to be a bit pricey. read more

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This is a good Georgian establishment on University Ave that's been in the area for several years now. They serve a generously sized khachapuri adjaruli, can't miss it! I also like the mtsvadi. Really nice ambience with spacious indoor and two types of outdoor seating (one under the main roof and another along the sidewalk). Great service as well, and they have a no tipping policy which is pretty refreshing. Recommend for a date or a small group get-together. read more

Bevri - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Bevri is such a nice spot. The service was friendly, and I love the location because there are so many restaurants and shops nearby. The Khachapuri Adjaruli is the reason I keep coming back. The bread is so good -- warm, cheesy, rich, and fresh from the oven. It is definitely my favorite thing to order here. We also had the Salmon Satsivi and Ojakhuri. The salmon was good, and the chicken was really tender and flavorful. Everything came out nicely presented and tasted good. Overall, great food & location, friendly service, and a nice place to come back to -- especially for the khachapuri. read more

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4.5 Stars This was my first time having Georgian food :) -Beef & Lamb Khinkali ($25 for 5) - ask for the hot/chili sauce for these! They are pretty huge. -Khachapuri ($26) - THE FAMOUS bread boat. Delicious & Super rich.You cannot go wrong with this. -Chicken Mtsvadi ($29) - This was good, but not memorable. Only nits - the service felt kind of rushed at times and it was a tad on the expensive side (the quality makes up for it though) There is a nice patio we brought a dog on, and there is also plenty of seating inside. read more

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Was craving some khachapuri so decided to try Bevri in Palo Alto. This place is conveniently located in PA downtown on University Avenue and you can find public parking garages nearby, if street parking is unavailable. The place has a very interesting ambience - interesting artifacts representing Georgia like an old timey globe, posters, paintings all very carefully selected to transport you into the Georgian dining experience. The khachapuri was warm and delicious. The cheese was on the saltier side even for the goat/feta that is usually used. It paired well with the bread and worked for me, however it was a little too salty for my partner's taste. The mushroom khinkhali or steamed dumplings were mildly flavored and comforting. I wish they introduced spinach+cheese or other vegetarian khachapuri options on their menu. read more

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Absolutely delicious khinkali and perfect Adjarian khachapuri! The bartender also let us try some chacha, a traditional Georgian grape brandy. read more

Bevri - Khachapuri Adjaruli Khachapuri Adjaruli - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Highlights: * Role model of Service! * Delicious food & Food Khachapuri - this was the star of the show for me, which was a surprise since I generally avoid cheese. While I took lactaid ahead of time, the Khachapuri bread was the perfect amount of crisp and the cheese was soft. Chalaghaji - reminded me of American barbeque ribs but with Georgian spices. We asked for mashed potatoes as the side and they seemed to have cheese embedded, resulting in extra stretchy potatoes that complemented the ever so crunchy exterior of the ribs. Khinkalai - the reason we came to Bevri, they didn't disappoint. Loved the familiar dumpling flavor with the distinctly Georgian style. Ambiance was perfect. Traditional decorations & Role model of Service Both in terms of the attentiveness of the staff and also, critically, the "European hospitality" policy of the establishment that "tipping" is included in the stated menu price. To the restaurants of the United States, please follow Bevri's lead. read more

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- The menu prices include the tip: It's European-style pricing, which is great. - 4/5: The Khachapuri Adjaruli cheese boat is good, but a little over-hyped. They use a blend of cheeses, and it's nicely textured (it's not just a blob). It has a great herb flavor. The bread is good, and the yolk is a nice touch. It can easily serve 2 people, or 4 as an appetizer. - 5/5: The Kazbegi Lager beer from Georgia (in a bottle) is great; deep malty flavor. read more

Bevri - Khachapuri Adjaruli cheese boat $26 - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

I went to Bevri today for the first time and my only regret is not coming to this amazing restaurant sooner! I had the privilege of coming with a Georgian who knew all the best yummy dishes to order so we ordered all of her favorites. I loooved the cheesy bread! Our server helped us make a decision on the wine, and we went with the flight of 2 whites and 2 ambers, which I highly recommend! The restaurant was busy but not too loud. I liked all the artwork around. Overall a spot that is not to be missed in Palo Alto! read more

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Overall, the service and the quality & quantity of food were great! At first, the seating looked tight for 44 people but the group still managed to enjoy the ambiance. The only challenge was the timing in between courses, we lost people because they either got stuffed or had to leave. It was an amazing evening, thanks to Eric, Olga and the staff! read more

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My friend and I had come here for drinks after dinner at Ramen Nagi. We ordered a couple of rounds and also shared some rosemary olive bread. The drinks were good, but the bread was great. I love rosemary so couldn't get enough of it. Maybe I'd come again for dinner here too another time. read more

Bevri - Grilled Rosemary Bread - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Vibe:5/5 Service:5/5 Drinks:4.5/5 Food: 4/5 Value: 5/5 This restaurant is defying all the rules--and I'm here for it. You have a restaurant situated in a prime location, serving delicious, extremely reasonably priced food and wine, with a friendly, efficient staff who don't expect tips. How?!? The owners need to write a book and sell it to the rest of America. I really enjoyed their red and white "sweet" wines by the glass. They weren't actually dessert-level, but more semi-sweet, which worked well with the dishes. If you're into Rieslings and red sangrias, they will hit the spot. The cheese boat (3.5/5), while tasty at first, became very one-note and heavy after. I think it would have suited my personal taste if it had a little more salt. But who am I to judge this cuisine; take my feedback with a grain of salt ;) Now the Pork Mtsvadi were out of this world. Beautifully marinated porky goodness with a ton of flavor. So good... The accompanying potatoes were nicely roasted, and that red sauce--fire-roasted peppers and tomatoes?!?--was slurp worthy. We also had a pear dessert that wasn't overly sweet and hit the spot without any sugar crash afterwards. When the bill arrived, and I paid by card, I got a receipt without the option to tip--just a spot for your signature. I felt guilty about leaving without a tip, so we left some money on the table anyway. Because, even in Europe, you still tip for great hospitality (check out the menu for reference). read more

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I never leave reviews, but this was the worst dining experience of my life. I got the pork mtsvadi, it tasted like chicken and was the driest pork known to man. I thought they made a mistake and sent it back. It SUCKED. The service took forever, the bar was cramped, and the lady wanted to make sure that I knew the first dish she sent out was in fact pork ... she came over to personally tell me that 100% sure it was pork the first time ... she was right, it sucked just as bad and in the same way the second time. I hate this place and the people that work there (aside from the bartender). Horrible establishment should be shut down! read more

The best place to eat Food is good and service is amazing the recommended restaurant. read more

Cultural experience without having to travel across the globe. We wanted to try out something out of curiosity and this cozy beautifully decorated place was a perfect candidate. Warm welcomed by the host, the food and drink menus are very foreign/adventurous to us. My favorite was a beet/spinach spread platter (sorry that I don't recall the Gerogian name!) which was the very first one in the menu. It was grounded with walnuts and herbs and tasted fresh and healthy. It came with two stuffed eggplant rolls I would pair a slice of it with the spread on buttery grilled toast. Chicken stew and dumplings both taste somewhere in between European (herbs, olive oil) and Asian, not perfectly suited for our taste buds but was OK to try out something different/ new. We couldn't try out the baked cheese bread which was their specialty but next time we will do! read more

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Great food and great service! They also treat their staff well. You have to try the bread boat.

The food here is so yummy and interesting - I've never had Georgian food before. The khachapuri adjaruli was my favorite - so indulgent and delicious. The bread was so soft and paired with the cheese and egg was delicious. I also got the chicken with the salad, which was a perfect pairing with the bread. read more

Bevri - Khachapuri Adjaruli - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Second time going to this restaurant. Overall solid food with small entree portions for the price (which might be justified by the no tipping policy at this restaurant). I'd definitely recommend everyone getting an entree (which is actually doable to finish in one sitting, from the perspective of someone who usually has leftovers) and then ordering a starter or two for the table. The first time I went I got the khachapuri but opted to try some other starters since I wasn't interested in all the carbs. My favorite here (and at other Georgian restaurants I've eaten at) are the dumplings! Highly recommend since they're pretty large and have a nice filling. read more

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My coworkers and I came here for lunch during the week. We were seated in the patio area upon arrival. It was actually pretty nice outside to be in the patio area. Food: I ordered the Khachapuri Adjaruli which is boat shaped bread with lots of cheese and butter and an egg on top. This was delicious and decadent. I could only finish half and saved the rest. Service: Service was friendly and prompt for a work lunch. Our food came out promptly after ordering. Our server left us for our lunch after the food came. TL;DR - come for the bread boat full of cheese and butter read more

Bevri - Khachapuri Adjaruli - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Walked into Bevri on a Tuesday night and we got seated right away. We ordered the khachapuri adjaruli and khinkali dumplings with mushrooms for 3 people. Both items were tasty and very filling. It was enough for the three of us to share. One thing to note: they don't take tips like true European style. read more

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My coworkers and I were looking for a fancy dinner place to celebrate and have a meal together. We ended up coming to a consensus son Bevri. I would recommend making a reservations ahead of time since wait times can be a little long depending on what time you get there. For starters, the service was not ideal. The staff was far from friendly and seemed upset at our party for asking about the menu, almost with a condescending tone. I had seen other reviews talking about the poor service and can confirm that it is a quite common experience here. Inside it is actually really nice though. Dimly lit area with nice rug decorations. In terms of the food, it was just okay. The star dishes would probably be the appetizers, which are cheese and bread in different forms. Very yummy, however, I think the food quality does not match the price point. There are many different dinner options in Downtown Palo Alto and I would suggest checking others out before coming to Bevri. read more

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Honestly I was a little disappointed in our experience here. The staff was not very friendly and took a very long time to get to us. We had a reservation, arrived on time, and were put in a back corner and seemed to be forgotten about. We tried the famous bout bread, dumplings, and the beef ribs. The right amount of food for two people but the whole night just felt very carb heavy. My least favorite was actually the boat bread. Not my favorite flavor I guess. The meat was well cooked. Just felt like lots of breads. Maybe I could have ordered better? read more

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This was my first experience eating Georgian food, and it was amazing! I loved the different types of dishes on the menu but I decided on the cheese boat and the artichoke dish! I definitely recommend getting an additional dish without any cheese or potatoes, just to cut through the heaviness of these kinds of dishes. Overall it was interesting and fun, so I would recommend for a fun group dinner to share the cheese boat (because of how heavy it was!) read more

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this was my first time trying georgian food, so i was intrigued and excited. the place was bustling but not packed on a sunday around 1pm. was seated quickly on the outdoor patio and our order was taken shortly after. waited longer for water than i would have liked (maybe 5-10 min after ordering) and service was much less involved than i thought; i'm just accustomed to having someone check in on me throughout the meal and to offer the check. seats on the patio were also very close together, i could smell the breath of someone at the table next to me unfortunately. khachapuri adjaruli (6/10): the bread was dense but soft and chewy. i like the cheese but can't taste the egg or butter much. alone it got tiring after a bit, but with the chanakhi it was a nice carb-y compliment. lobiani (4/10): flaky pastry cooked to a lovely golden brown. filling was simple but something in the herbs was giving it a unique kick (reminds me of cumin). the sauce is tangy and breaks up the thickness of the beans. chanakhi (6/10): the pot this was served in was so cute! the pomegranate seeds were unexpected but gave delicious bursts of fruitiness during the meal. lamb was so tender and shredded easily, bell peppers and potatoes were cooked more tender. not my favorite flavor profiles and the service was not as i expected for the price point, but i'm glad i got to try a new cuisine. if i did end up back here, i would maybe want to try the dumplings and desserts read more

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Amazing food and service! One of my favorite restaurants in the SF Bay Area! They even put the name of our company on our menus for our work dinner! read more

We walked by Bevri while trying to decide between 2 restaurants, it only took 1 photo of the Khachapuri Adjaruli to know we had to walk back to Bevri! Highlights: * Khachapuri Adjaruli - The cheeseboat directly from the restaurant's logo. It took about 20min to arrive, but we were in awe when it was delivered to the table. Steaming hot, gooey salted cheese, warm chewy & crunchy bread. Mouthwatering & delicious! * Ojakhuri - The dish smelled so fragrant with spices and was a great combination with pieces of the Khachapuri. * Staff was kind, attentive, & outdoor seating was great to enjoy on a warm afternoon. We will 100% be back to try the other two Khachapuri styles & more dishes! read more

Bevri - Ojakhuri (Left), Khachapuri Adjaruli (Right) - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

The food was amazing. I've only ever ordered Kachapuri to go and I just went this past weekend to sit down and eat in the restaurant. I had soup dumplings with beef and pork and they were amazing. Be prepared to eat them hot and make sure to drink all the soup. If the liquid gets out you'll regret it because it is so delicious. I couldn't resist a kachapuri. I also got a Georgian pear soda and vodka cocktail. It was pretty delicious. I would like to come back and try the stews and the other dishes. read more

Bevri - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Amazing food and service! Definitely would recommend this to anyone wanting to try something different! Great vibe, very clean place. Perfect for the family! read more

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We came back for 2nd time, their cheese bread and kebab are must. Dumplings are also good, go with pork. services ate super friendly and very attentive. read more

Bevri - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

We tried the dumplings, a chicken skewer, lamb kebab, and the pressed pan-fried chicken. The dumplings were disappointing (2/5). The filling was tough and didn't have much flavor. The lamb kebab was also a letdown (2/5). It was overly peppery, which overpowered the rest of the flavors. The pressed pan-fried chicken had a beautiful presentation, but the taste didn't live up to it. I'd give it a 3/5. The standout of the meal was the chicken skewer (4/5). It was tender, juicy, and easily the best dish we ordered. One thing that deserves praise is the potatoes served alongside the entrées. They were tasty and well-seasoned, and genuinely delicious. The accompanying salads were fresh enough, but the plates were too small, so the hot meat ended up resting against the salad, warming and partially wilting it before we even started eating. A larger plate would make a noticeable difference. The atmosphere was pleasant (3/5), and the service was perfectly fine (3/5). Nothing stood out, but there were no issues either. Overall, despite all the hype, the food didn't live up to expectations. With only one dish that I'd order again, I don't see myself coming back. read more

While Bevri is a decent example of Georgian food, it is neither the best version of the cuisine nor a very good deal. My partner and I adore the typical appetizer samplers which usually include 3-4 pkhalis, several eggplant rolls and several red pepper rolls. However, Bevri's version has only two pkhalis (beet and spinach, without the typical carrot or leek) and two eggplant rolls, with the rest of the plate filled out with lackluster bread. It may sound weird to compare a platter's contents so specifically, but having seen this as a standard dish at many Georgian restaurant, it is a notably stingy difference. Case in point: older photos of this dish on Yelp show more pkhali and less bread. While it's fun to find a favorite and rare cuisine, I would urge those curious about Georgian food to visit Georgian Cheese Boat in North Beach where the dishes provide a more diverse dive into pkhalis at a better price point. Taste-wise, Bevri's versions are solid, but don't make it quite destination-worthy, even though the charming University Ave setting is a draw unto itself. I suggest the restaurant brings back a more substantial version of this dish that could serve as a meal. As for the service, the waiters were friendly but the place seemed understaffed. Our waitress also got our order wrong; she righted it promptly and misheard at no fault of her own, but it added to an experience that didn't live up to expectations. read more

Bevri - Pkhali sampler with eggplant rolls - Georgian Near Me - Palo Alto, California

This place became my Palo Alto favorite! I always loved Georgian food and Bevri made my husband love it even more than me (he tried it for the first time here). Their Khachapuri is so authentic! And khinkali full of flavor and juice. Phali sampler is another thing we never skip. The service is always good and food comes pretty quickly. We never had to reserve the table in advance - it's very spacious so easy for walk-ins read more

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This place is phenomenal!! This is our 2nd visit to Bevri , our first visit was 5 years ago during COVID . The 2nd visit was this evening w/ some friends who never experienced the cuisine of Georgian food. We enjoyed a lot of different appetizers which everyone's favorite was Khachapuri Adjaruli & the Khinkali ( mushroom & lamb ) the Georgian salad. The entrees you would think it were small but honestly the perfect portion where you didn't feel like you over ate , everything was well season & very delicious. We have had Georgian food when my husband was actually working there as an Ex Pat & it was just as good as if we were there . Our server was Abu & he was very professional & honest about the wines we had the amber wine called Tevza, Goruli Mtsvane a dry wine with hints of apricot & orange rind ( I believe ) A first time trying an amber wine which was surprisingly good . I'm use to drinking red but my husband suggested that we try something different which was a great suggestion. Everyone was very friendly & kind & professional & efficient. The inside of the place is very traditional Georgian but simple & not overly done . The restaurant is very clean as well as the restrooms were very clean. Did y'all remodel, is this a different location ? It's a very nice restaurant & definitely enjoyed our dining experience at Bevri ! We will definitely be back . read more

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Caution: ask to see the actual bill before paying with the mobile POS. My friend and I had two iced teas and were charged $48 ($12 for each glass of iced tea). I didn't realize it until the final receipt for the meal was emailed to me afterwards. The food is delicious but I'm really disappointed that an 8 ounce glass of iced tea was $12 and the refills were not included. read more

I was in the area for shopping and worked up a hunger. I remembered from my last trip to NYC that my Uber driver recommended I try Georgian food. I never had Georgian food until trying it for the first time at Bevri. I stopped by around 12pm on a Saturday. The place wasn't busy, so I got a cozy table inside the restaurant by the bar. I pretty much went straight to the "Favorites" section of the menu for the traditional items. I got 3 lamb Khinkali and a Adjaruli Khachapuri. I've read a few reviews saying that the food was expensive, and it's no joke. 3 dumplings was $18, and the cheese bread was $26. I was only able to eat 1 dumpling and 1/3 of the bread in one sitting, so at least there was plenty of leftovers to take home. I suppose I could see why the Khinkali were $6 a pop, because they're massive. The quality and flavor of the Khinkali reminded me of Anatolian dumplings I've had before, which makes sense since Turkey and Georgia are geographically close to each other. The dumplings were nicely steamed and juicy in the middle. The lamb was a bit gamey, but I didn't mind that much. The Kachapuri was fine. Solid bread and very, very cheesy. This was like a cheese pizza on steroids. I cracked the egg but let it run. I didn't know that you're supposed to mix the egg, cheese, and butter together to make a slurry. I only found out after I finished my meal and went home to find recipes on how to make it. I thought that this was a missed experience, and I would've benefited from the server mixing it up for me or explaining that's how it's eaten. I would come back just to do this right. read more

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We didn't manage to take photos of all the dishes because everything was so delicious. The khachapuri, baked in the oven with a perfectly crispy crust, was so tempting that it even won over our child. The khinkali were amazing as well -- filled with flavorful broth and delicious meat. If you're not familiar with the cuisine, there is a screen at the entrance displaying all the dishes, and it's hard to choose because everything looks so good. A big thank you to the manager, Olga, for the warm welcome and the lovely gift. Highly recommend! read more

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