Had an early Saturday night reservation and arrived promptly. We were seated at a very tight banquette table right near the door and directly next to other diners though there were many empty seats. It was freezing cold that night and every time the door opened and closed we would get a blast of cold air and a very loud noise from the heater -- no exaggeration, it kept drowning out our conversation. The tables were packed very, very close together - kept hearing bits of conversation from nearby diners. Kind of like a Parisian bistro style. You're almost elbow to elbow with your neighbor. The biggest issue was that we ordered a range of items-- drinks, appetizers, soup and mains, and they brought them all out in rapid succession. We weren't finished with one course and the other one arrived. We weren't taking a particularly long time either. It became a joke -- they were trying to take our food away before we ate it. The food couldn't even all fit on our table. And of course, we felt terribly rushed, and it ruined the entire evening and any appreciation we would've had for the food because we did not have time to savor and enjoy it. We thought maybe they were trying to rush us out of there, but then we sat around for a long time and couldn't even get our check at the end of the evening. The food was pretty good and we enjoyed most of what we ordered, although the pate was almost like a sweet brunch item and was a little strange to my palate. We also ordered the taste of Georgia, the mushroom soup, the kebab and the megruli kharcho. The portion sizes were quite small for how they were priced - some even tapas-sized. The drinks were delicious, but also expensive. For the cost of the dinner, we would've expected a better atmosphere and much better service. Ultimately, the experience didn't match the price tag and we would not return. read more

Delicious food with a beautiful interior and very friendly service! Got the Taste of Georgia to start but the pkhali (a sort of vegetable walnut paté) selection to bread ratio was very off so we had to order more bread. The string cheese jerky was the highlight. I'm not sure what it's called but never had anything like it and it was smoky and very good. The side of bread we ordered also came with a very flavorful chili oil that was a hit with everyone at our table. The roasted wild mushrooms were also sooo yummy. The umami flavor was *chefs kiss* Of course we HAD to get the Adjaruli Khachapuri and it was great to see them mix the egg into it. Decadent but sooo good. The Imeruli Khachapuri was also delicious but very different - almost like a pizza topped with fresh herbs. Finally had the khinkali, Georgian soup dumplings with mushroom. They're bigger with thicker skins than chinese soup dumplings but really good. Love that there is plenty of veggie options here but I definitely filled up on a lot of bread and cheese. Very hearty meal. read more

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The food here is insanely good, so many authentic Georgian dishes and everything tastes homemade. They've got a really nice wine and cocktail list too. Plus, it's easy to get to from Manhattan and the space is way bigger than most NYC spots. read more

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What a lovely place that deserves all the stars! I went there for brunch with my family and was able to find a last-minute reservation. The restaurant is super spacious inside, which feels like a breath of fresh air amidst the cramped NYC restaurant scene. The staff were all super kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. They have an open kitchen where you can see how the food is made by their wonderfully talented chefs. I started with the zucchini soup, which was so good--a perfect balance of creamy and soupy. Then we got the cheese boat and some cheese boreks. They were all so wonderful that I wish I could eat them every day. read more

Chama Mama - cheese boat - Georgian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Great brunch spot! The dishes are meant to be shared so I would recommend tapas style. I loved the pancakes and egg benedicts and the bread was so fluffy. read more

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This place is the newest location among all the Chama Mamas but is really one of their nicest, and I love that it's not far from me. Loves: + Yummy food. For my friend and I, we split: taste of Georgia ($28), khinkali ($12), and adjaruli khachapuri ($18). + Really attentive staff + Nice indoor and outdoor seating; indoor has warm lighting and can feel a bit loud, while outdoors has a bit of a European feel (bc those chairs) + Easy to get a reservation I've always had a positive experience at this chain and believe Chama Mama is truly a lovely addition to the neighborhood! :) read more

I don't know if I can speak about the usual experience here ordering a la carte because I was here as a guest at a large catered event. However, apparently this restaurant's way of doing a large catered event is to serve literally the entire menu in sequence over the course of several hours paired with an excellent selection of wines. Service was great, though definitely leisurely; then again, you can't rush that kind of a culinary marathon. The staff were attentive and hospitable and the spread was beautiful. Whole menu is delicious. Was epic, definitely one of the best meals of my life, what a memorable experience! read more

Chama Mama - Pkhali - Georgian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The restaurant was festively decorated for the holidays and quite busy when we went. The server apologized for not being as attentive as a result. It was hard to gauge what was gluten-free and I had to verify -- though having the menus updated to show this would've been helpful. We had adjapsandali (cold veggie spread would have been perfect in summer), saperavi & pomegranate beef stew (interesting mashed potatoes had cheese), chicken mtsvadi (the garnish was good the chicken meh), crispy potato with house tkemali (good!), Georgian style freshly baked cornbread (not my favorite), ghognasho adjika (okay), and my husband loved the baked bread. read more

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Sitting outside here is absolutely wonderful in the summer, spring and fall. Great people watching. Every single thing on the menu is amazing! If you haven't tried Georgian food... it's time and if you start here you are starting with some of the best. My top favorites are the Georgian salad, ADJARULI KHACHAPURI, and KHINKALI. The service was okay. Nothing mind blowing ... I sat down before another table and they got served first which tends to annoy me but honestly the food was so good I almost forgot about that. read more

Food and service was very good. First time trying foods from Georgia . One thing I I didn't know walking in to the restaurant is that they do not offer soda as a drink option. They only do cocktails, mocktail's, wine, beer, iced tea and lemonade. read more

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What a gem! Great neighborhood place. I would never think about trying a Georgian Restaurants. It was a beautiful day so we sayt outside to just have wine n people watch. Next time I'll have to come w a group to try different things. All the good that passes by us looked amazing. I had amber wine for the 1st time. Full body, oaky so good perfect for a fall day. read more

Chama Mama - Amber wine & red wine - Georgian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great food and vibes Service is super Nice spot for a group and a couple as well Authentic food super delicious and well served read more

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I had been wanting to try this place and having been I'm very surprised by all the five star reviews. It was fine but I'll echo what some other reviews said: the food was not super flavorful but quite salty, the portions were pretty meager for the price, and I don't like that the (expensive) mains didn't come with any sides. But actually the worst part was that we felt like our waiter kept trying to upsell us and he looked visibly put off when we didn't want drinks. read more

Ordered takeout from Chama Mama in Brooklyn Heights last night and it was incredible. Everything arrived hot, perfectly packaged, and tasted amazing. You can tell they really care about quality -- it was truly one of the best takeout meals we've had in a long time. Five stars all the way! read more

Thrilled to have a Chama Mama in the neighborhood! I had a chance to visit during their soft open, and really enjoyed the food and service. They've recently started serving their full menu, so you know I'll be going back very soon. read more

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First off when you enter the restaurant the beauty and intricate details in the decor will take your breath away. Whew. The staff was so courteous and kind. The food came out pretty quickly. I got the IMERULI KHACHAPURI and summer salad for a start. The salad was refreshing and khachapuri was a cheesy delight. Then for the entree I got the chicken salad lunch special that came with a side of crispy potatoes. Im not a huge fan of chicken salad but found the extra texture in the bread used helped bring out a pleasant flavor. The crispy potatoes still stole the spotlight, one my favorites from this restaurant and Georgian food. read more

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Loved it! I had never been to a Georgian restaurant before but will happily return to Chama Mama. High quality food and excellent presentation. Attentive, professional servers. Very nice experience. read more

I'd never had Georgian food before and was totally blown away. The flavors and textures were very unique and everything was made fresh. Service was excellent and the atmosphere is outstanding. The staff explained each dish, and sometimes even explained the traditional way of eating it. A lovely dining experience. I was surprised how much fresh tarragon tastes like black licorice, which I love, but not everyone did in our party. We tried a shared a variety of things and there were plenty of dishes with less tarragon but it is a featured ingredient in many of the dishes. We shared a bunch of starters and not pictured we shared the cabbage and chicken main dishes yum! Our drinks were fantastic - mine was very anise-forward with hints of lemongrass. I would definitely come here again. read more

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The ambiance here is very good! It reminds me of a wine place but not really. It's just the vibe of it. It's my first time trying Georgian food. We order the Adjaruli Khachapuri and the Meguli Kharcho! The service was good, they sat us down and we were lucky that we didn't need reservations. It did filled up fast though. Overall I think the food was great! The adjaruli was very cheesy! It melts extremely well with the bread. The Meguli was really good! It's chicken made with peanut sauce. It was very well balanced and not too peanut buttery. I would recommend these two dishes if you happen to stop by here for Georgian food! Especially the Meguli Kharcho! read more

Chama Mama - Megruli Kharcho- Chicken - Georgian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Beautiful ambiance at Chama Mama. I had early dinner reservations so I was bummed when we were tucked away in a tight corner space. We asked to move and definitely were happier with our table. This was my first time trying Georgian cuisine. Our server provided recommendations for dinner. I enjoyed the Georgian Sun wine (red). It paired well with the dishes we tried. We asked for a sauce for the chicken kebab dish because I felt like there was something missing. I actually noticed later on that it is supposed to come with a tomato sauce so that was a letdown as I was half-way done before getting it. The food was packed with flavor. We ended dinner with their highly recommended honey cake and a cappuccino. It was delicious and I see why it is the popular choice. Enjoyed my first Georgian cuisine experience. read more

Chama Mama - Georgian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is a great spot in my beloved Brooklyn Heights. Our servers recommended the traditional bread dish with cheese (they crack an egg into it to air it creamier. It was delicious. We also had the eggplant and the dumplings. All together was pretty filling for 2 people. The servers were nice but a little inattentive. There were not many guests and more than once we had to flag down a server. But overall I would recommend it! read more

This restaurant hits the mark on everything - highly recommend for a slightly elevated dinner experience. The interior here is so modern and well done, especially the bar. It's giving Instagram aesthetic but with actually good food. Service is also top notch; our server was Georgian and patiently explained the menu and stood by while we waffled over the wine options. Everything we ordered (4 people) tasted amazing: Seasonal khachapuri - usually we get the Adjaruli which is the typical one you see people ordering. This one was so good with the herbs cutting through the cheese. It's also pre-sliced like a pie so easy to share. Freshly baked bread - a mid-meal addition for us to dip into the sauces of our other dishes. Wow it was much bigger than we expected, and so fresh out of the oven it was steaming. Crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. Megruli kharcho - a pretty unique dish IMO. The walnut sauce has a nuttiness that mixes so well with the spices. The grilled grits came piping hot and soft on the inside and were great for dipping. Roasted cabbage in baje - cabbage was cooked through and easy to slice through, and the cilantro and dill definitely came through in the sauce. Pork mtsvadi - cooked well, and the sauce had a tanginess that complemented the pork. Chama mama Cabernet Sauvignon - didn't drink much myself but my table mates really enjoyed this. There were no disappointments here and my group really enjoyed this meal. I've been to the Chelsea location which is also great, but I might like this one more now! read more

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A beautiful night for Valentine's Day! Reserved a 7:30pm spot. Came in a little after, and we waited a few. There was a table at the front for us, but we asked if we could have something in the back and they were very accommodating. The restaurant itself is very cozy. Nice lighting and not too loud. Conversations were at a light buzz and the place was full. I knew based on Yelp reviews what we were going to get. My partner started with a drink. The waiter didn't understand what a Hendricks and soda was so she brought a soda bottle and a glass of ice. But it was corrected after we told her. $17 for a Hendricks pour is pretty crazy when the specialty cocktails are $19. But I think this is a place for wine. The grape leaves with lamb were good but not worth getting again. I think we would try the Crispy Smashed Potatoes next time. The ADJARULI KHACHAPURI was SOO SO SO delicious. Literally glorified fancy cheesy bread with egg. Scrambled at our table. The bread was so perfect and with the butter and gooey cheese. Yum. I'd come here just to get three of those and go to town. The CAULIFLOWER IN SHQMERULI was a stand out. The garlic sauce is garlic city so if you don't want a garlic moment, steer clear. Get extra bread with this one cause you'll want to sop up all of the sauce if you're a garlic head. The MEGRULI KHARCHO - CHICKEN was earthy and homey. It reminded me of Indian butter chicken. The chicken was tender and juicy. Perfectly seasoned. The grilled grits were different - no flavor but cool nonetheless. The Pelamushi was so refreshing and light after the "heavier" dinner plates. Such an interesting grape flavor. I will definitely be returning. First time at a Georgian restaurant, and I'm hooked! read more

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LOTS OF VEGAN OPTIONS. The service was great and the food was amazing . Such a great brunch spot excited to come back in the spring . This restaurant is in a great neighborhood with lots of shops so there are things to do after brunch. read more

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I came here with a group of four. The restaurant decor is beautiful. Low lighting with dainty ceiling lamps. The bar is backed by lovely archways. The menu is best enjoyed family style. Our waiter was friendly and helpful with suggestions. To start, we had the roasted mushrooms. These were tender, but not quite as flavorful as I was expecting. We also got the smashed potatoes, which were deliciously crispy and bursting with citrus flavor. It was a generous portion size as well. We also got the adjaruli khachapuri. This dish featured a base of bread with hot cheese, butter, and egg inside. The ingredients were separate upon serving and mixed at the table. The dish was super cheesy and a bit hard to cut. It was rich and tasty, but I prefer the imeruli khachapuri, which is sliced and more like a pizza. We tried the kvari cheese dumplings as well. Unlike the khachapuri, the cheese was not melty. The accompanying mint yogurt sauce added nice texture, but I would skip this dish next time. For a main, we shared the megruli kharcho with cauliflower. The cauliflower was hearty and well prepared. It was served with a generous amount of walnut sauce, which was thick with a unique but subtle flavor. To drink, I had the lychee margarita. It was quite small. It was juicy and sweet. Prices were great. I was shocked the bill was so low given how much food we ordered. Definitely recommended! read more

Delicious food and such a nice spot! Their Georgian bread is incredible--fresh and full of flavor. The Adjaruli was the highlight: the cheese was so silky and rich, and the crust was baked to perfection--not too thick, not too thin. Definitely a place I'd come back to again! read more

Chama Mama - Buck me up mocktail - Georgian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Chama Mama was one of the few restaurants open late (till 11 pm) and on a Monday no less! My date and I enjoyed the near empty space at 10 pm where the staff even outnumbered us. The atmosphere was absolutely serene in all its largeness and glamour. We ordered the classic adjaruli khachapuri, which we were unable to finish due to how cheesy it was; cheese-lovers can rejoice but we might prefer one with more mix-ins (I've had khachapuri at other places with spinach, chopped up bits of meat). Next up was the lamb khinkali, which remind me of thick-skinned xiaolongbao. $11 felt a bit steep for just 3; still, they were juicy and delicious. Last was the chicken skewer. It came with 4 large pieces on pita. This was very flavorful, and I was surprised by how well the chicken was cooked. read more

It's okay. I can see myself eating there. Service was attentive. Great wine selection. Beautiful ambiance. I am excited that there is more Georgian food places are popping up all over the states since I have a heart for Adjaruli Hachapuri, which I highly recommend. But I think chef needs to work a little more on their Adjaruli recipe so they can compete with small businesses in Sheepshead bay. Cheese and dough needs to be improved. I also think they should open a place in Brickel, Miami FL because we are low on Hachapuris there. I will be back read more

I have never been to the country Georgia, a country that is at the intersection of Europe & Asia, so I can't know what authentic Georgian dishes have tasted like. However, if whatever dishes I have had at Chama Mama, a Georgian cuisine restaurant, are as good as where they are originated from, I could fall in love with Georgian food! I have thoroughly enjoyed the serene and calm modern designs of the restaurant Interiors. Earthtone colors, wood n upholstery furniture add an extra touch of coziness to dining guests. Dishes we tried and would totally recommend others to try: Lamb stuffed grape leaves Adjaruli Khachapuri Khinkali (Georgian Dumpling) with Beef & Pork Cauliflower in Shqmeruli read more

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The decor is gorgeous and the food is very tasty, but they need to read the neighborhood vibe: the music is atrocious. It's like eating in a nightclub. For the entire dinner we were all straining to hear each other. We tried initially to get into Felice but it was entirely booked so we went across the street to Chama and there were lots of open tables. I am wondering if anyone has told them they need to both lower the music and pick something more in tune with the neighborhood. The electronica nightclub music ruined the experience for us. I would suggest checking out the music across the street at Felice or Brume on Montague that reflects the demographic of the neighborhood more. read more

Really delicious and unique food in a beautiful space! We got the taste of Georgia to start, which was a selection of different dips. For mains, we shared the kvari and smashed potatoes. The smashed potatoes were seasoned SO well. The herbs were really tasty. The service was great and recommended us great dishes since this was our first time here. This certainly won't be my last. I want to come back and try so many more things! read more

Chama Mama - Potatoes, kvari - Georgian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This is a review of their customer service.... I added a star since I didn't eat here.... but it was a 2 star experience at best. The hostess had a manner that implied her last gig was at the door of an exclusive club and acted rudely and oddly to me and the rest of my party. I've never encountered a host or hostess who acted like this in any restaurant. NY, high-end or casual, on good days or bad days. Walked in without a reservation expecting to get on a waitlist. I asked if she had any tables available, and the hostess told me that there were no available tables. She then just stared at me for an extended period. Like she was waiting for me to leave, like I should leave. Soo I asked is there a wait? And she says yes, 45 min to 1hr. I say Okay, we can do that. She just stares at me. So I ask..can we get on the list?? She takes my number, with a truly confusing back and forth about texting us if a reservation is canceled, and we leave. Everyone in my party left feeling irritated, judged for no reason, and annoyed by her whole bad vibe and odd un-normal interaction. Some minutes later I get a text message saying the wait is 2-3hrs, twice what she told me. I never recieved a texted about an available table the rest of the evening. If you want to try their food, just grab the train into Chelsea, skip this weird location. read more

I've been a huge Chama Mama fan for quite some time now, especially after visiting their Chelsea location frequently. I live nearby and was looking for a week night dinner spot, and got SUPER excited that they opened a location in Brooklyn Heights. The ambiance is stunning. The space is much much larger than the Chelsea location and it was bustling when we showed up for dinner that night. The service? Impeccable. The food? Just as incredible as their Chelsea location. I have some standard dishes that I order, every single I visit. To start, the taste of georgia is great if you have a large group, get the khachapuri (aka cheese boat) and the beef and pork kebabs. My friend really wanted to try the Megruli Kharcho - Chicken, and just WOW, something magic is sprinkled in that sauce. It's so great to still discover new and exciting dishes in a restaurant you frequent. Cannot wait to return. So thrilled to have them in the neighborhood. read more

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Best dinner spot in Brooklyn Heights! Service, food, vibes - all absolute perfection. Every time. THANK YOU!!!!!

Chama Mama, what happened? I am a massive fan of Georgian food, and I've been to the Chelsea location before, as well as several other Georgian spots in the city. On my latest visit, toward the end of the meal, my dining partner and I looked at each other at the same time and agreed the vibes were distinctively off. The imaruli khachapuri tasted different than I was used to. It was just... "fine". The Georgian salad was OK. And the megruli kharcho was *awful*. The service wouldn't leave us alone when we weren't ready to order, yet suddenly abandoned us when we wanted to pay. One-time anomaly? I'm willing to accept that. But I most likely won't be back to the Brooklyn Heights location again. read more

In from Denver. This is a cute little place and the evening was nice enough to sit outside. Three of us selected one of the wine flights. I had the Amber, and it was so interesting and pleasing! We also shared an appetizer, lamb stuffed grape leaves. WOW! Those were delicious! The service was also impeccable. Our server was very attentive, and he insisted on cleaning the table from dust/dirt although we were not phased. read more

This is a very pretty restaurant. The atmosphere was great. We started off with beef and pork dumplings. I had the beef and pork kebab which was a house blend of beef and pork wrapped in lavash and served with tomato sauce. It was all very tasty. The service was great. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

Great food. Good service. Cute atmosphere. The host and bar tender were not very welcoming but our waiter and manager were very nice read more

Visited this location for the third time last night. The meat, dumplings, cheese, bread, khachapuri... amazing. The cocktails and orange wine are fantastic too. And the best part is the service, everyone is so friendly and genuinely proud of the cuisine. I can't recommend this place enough! read more

Georgian food and wine! A must try. Excellent and caring service. It's important for them to share with their guests everything they know about Georgian food and wine. This is a beautiful venue, yet fun and relaxing. The open kitchen front is interesting. The food was really yummy. Lots of stuffed dough options. You won't leave hungry. Also, Georgia may be where the beverage wine originated and so I think the style of wine they serve is authentic. Get here and enjoy! read more