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    Bubala Cafe & Grill

    4.4 (133 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Dogs allowed

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    Adjarian Khachapuri
    Yarn Y.

    Was very excited to try out some Georgian dishes ,,it's been too long ! I ordered the chivuriki to begin with . Two large pockets , freshly fried and filled with beef and onions . Very yummy 4.5/5 I also ordered the khachapuri with the egg - a fairly large pastry that was altogether pretty good . Not the best I had but it was fresh and tasty . 3.9/5 Friendly and efficient service. Place is not cheap

    Rachel J.

    Tried Uzbeki food for the first time, and I'm obsessed! Growing up on Chinese food, I noticed some similarities, and so it totally hit the spot for me. We got Khachapuri (cheese boat), Plov (traditional rice dish), and Manti (dumplings) --YES, you need to try them all!

    Beef Stroganoff and Pilaf
    Giovanny E.

    The food is full of flavor. Meats are tender perfectly cooked. The spices are different than other cuisines i've been too but it is delicious. Will be back to try other menu. Service is great. The place is a bit fancy.

    Lagman
    James Z.

    Edit: After coming back again, the food has gone down in quality. See pics for comparison. The plov has a shorter grain rice that is missing things they used to have like chickpeas and veggies on the side. The samsas taste like frozen ones from the store. The dough is very thick, no layers (not flaky), greasy, tasted undercooked, meat was still cold inside, and left me with a stomachache. It's sad to see what was a staple for us decline but hopefully they can improve.

    Kompot Pitcher
    Sheila N.

    First-time visitors to Bubala Bar & Grill. Can't believe we have been missing out on this place! It is a true gem. Just walking through the door gave us welcoming vibes reminiscent of our trip to Eastern Europe. Delightfully adorned with intricate aesthetic elements, a charming, inviting dining space complete with white tablecloths, and tastefully elegant ambiance, I knew right from the moment we entered that Mom and I were in for a treat. It set the mood and tone for the afternoon. We were greeted, seated, and served by Kirill and ordered their traditional Kompot Berry Juice to start. It was crisp, cool, refreshing, and went perfectly with our meal. The service was attentive, courteous, and exquisite. Kirill ensured we had received the dishes we ordered and oftentimes anticipated our needs. We ordered Adjarian Khachapuri, Vareniki Dumplings, and Chicken Kebabs to share and split the Russian Honey Cake for Dessert. All excellent! Everything is made in-house daily from scratch, and you are sure to find something that sparks your fancy on the Menu. It is clear that high-quality ingredients (and a dash of true love and care) are utilized in food preparation. The Adjarian Kachapuri was melty and cheesy with the right balance of flavor from the egg and butter. As delicious as it was, we had to box up the remainder to take home as it was far too large a portion, (even between the two of us), to share. Next time, we will order one less item. The Vareniki Dumplings were absolutely divine and can best be described as soft, pillowy pockets of savory potato and onion. Sour cream was the ideal accompaniment here and truly enhanced the taste by providing a sharp contrast and depth of flavor. The Chicken Kebabs were succulent, juicy, flavorful, and tender. Served with rice, onion, cabbage, and potato chips, the dish was a true palate-pleaser and a delight, both in presentation and taste. The Honey Cake was perfectly and lightly sweet with airy and flaky layers of goodness. We never felt rushed during our meal and will certainly come back to try other Menu items. Adding to our regular restaurant rotations for sure.

    Adjarian Khachapuri
    Lauren R.

    This place had me feeling a little nostalgic given that the last time that I had cabbage rolls that weren't made by myself were made by my grandma. I absolutely love a place that has Slavic dishes that are hard to find in most restaurants in DFW. My only note is that the service was really slow. I know that a lot of their food is made to order and might take longer than normal to give you that good quality, but there was only one server on a Tuesday night waiting on everyone in the restaurant. I felt like there was a point where we were waiting a while just to order dessert and leave. Note: Their Russian Honey Cake is to die for. Do not come here without at least taking a slice with you.

    Jun L.

    I came here on a date night with a friend, this spot having been recommended for a good classy spot to dine. While I did enjoy my time and the live performance, I can say it could be considered overwhelming for those who are less inclined towards loud noises and party scenes. There was a live performer and DJ who were singing and remixing music and it was almost a persisting volume which may interfere with any individual seeking a more quiet and classy experience (maybe for quiet, go on a weekday). The friend I visited with almost seemed upset that he could not talk or hear over the performance, making communication difficult with the server. Personally I did not mind it. It's not everyday you see a live performance, afterall! The service was mediocre but not off-putting, but certainly not spectacular for a place considered so high end. I ordered the salmon whereas my friend ordered the stragonoff. Because everything was made fresh, it took a while for the food to come out, and when it did it was delicious! I thought the portions were quite generous and hearty - though the bill is rather pricy for what it is. However, for the cultural experience and the novelty of trying new things, I would recommend this to my friends and family, just warning them to watch the bill and be mindful of the day and atmosphere they want!

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    Reynu S.

    Went here for date night and the contrasting energies are a bit overwhelming. The dining area is clean and on the finer casual side with white linen napkins and table cloths. The music was abhorrently loud, so much so that I thought about deducting a star but the food is too tasty to do so in good faith. Plov- immensely delicious. The rice is medium grain and cooked perfectly. Not too soft but also not too firm. The carrots are braised to the perfect texture and the beef is tender and flavorful. It's decadent and homely. Lagman - a very tasty soup!! This reminds me of a veggie crock pot soup my mother makes every winter. It's a tomato-based soup that echos all over the world but there's definitely something special about this one. The noodles look irregular so I assume they're made in-house. The veggies are perfect and the broth is rich with beef flavor. Khachapuri - worth the wait! Although we didn't have to wait long. This is technically an appetizer but you have to wait for them to bake it, so it takes 25+ mins to arrive. In the meantime we received and enjoyed our other dishes. It's a fluffy, pillowy bread filled with cheeses and a raw egg. It's so hot when you receive it that you can see the oils bubbling from the cheese. It's way too good. And when it gets too salty or rich, dipping a piece in the Lagman helps resets the palate. This is certainly a place we will be adding to the rotation. Can't wait for our next visit. :)

    Dumpling

    Second time here on a Saturday! They have live music on Sat and Sundays. Great place, food is amazing Portions are huge BYOB Don't forget to try Uzbek breads, very tasty Soups are a meal ! I had one with Uzbek bread for dinner

    Manti
    Amber Z.

    Pilaf is my favorite. The dumpling (Manti) with beef and lamb is also good. Big portion. Service was great. The vibe of the restaurant is romantic and welcoming.

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    wait staff was excellent I will return because of it the food was amazing we will be returning atleast weekky

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    Do they serve Kosher/Halal?

    Hello. We are not kosher/halal.

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