Very few places in NYC become a place I visit regularly - there's so much food here after all. Chama Mama however... I've been 10+ times, and it's one of the first recs I give to people visiting or moving to NYC. The food - Everything feels truly made from scratch with quality, made-with-love recipes. You can tell it's made by hand, and can even look into the kitchen to see the proof! The staff & atmosphere - Every part of the dining experience is pleasant, from organized reservations to accommodating staff to cute custom postcards and merch near the door. My favs - adjaruli katchapuri (duh), chicken mtsvadi, crispy potatoes, and soup dumplings! read more

Good stuff. The food was a little strange. If you're gluten free your only option is a stew. The portions are tiny. I think you'd be best served eating somewhere with more heft to their portions. Get the tasty dumplings if you're able to! Vibes are good but it's a loud restaurant and the bathroom situation is a mess. Servers are great and will help you with the language. read more

intimate and classy georgian spot in chelsea -- popped in for an early dinner with my boyfriend; started out empty but quickly had other customers roll in and became livelier as the evening continued. plenty of seating, plus a nice open view of the kitchen and the oven through a glass window. service was super friendly. food was fantastic -- we got the: - adjaruli khachapuri: amazing cheese pull and bread pulled apart nicely. probably my least favorite dish but only because all the others stood out so much - beef and pork khinkali: soup in the dumplings was rich and not too hot, delicious and generous portion size - beef and pork kebab: SO good, meat was tender and soft and juicy, and the satsebeli sauce paired nicely with it and almost stole the show - crispy smashed potato: delightfully crispy outside, seasoned nicely with a citrus bite and herbs read more

My friend and I decided to come by for a quick meal while in the area, which was their brunch hour. We came in as walk-ins on a weekend and were seated right away indoors even though they also have a gorgeous outdoor patio space. Since it was our first time, the waiter recommended the Adjaruli Khachapuri ($19) for an shared appetizer and the Beef and Pork Kebab ($26) and Roasted Pumpkin and Eggs ($18) for entrees. We ended up ordering these exact items and the Adjaruli Khachapuri is a must at any Georgian spot. It's essentially cheese, egg, and butter blended right in front of you in a bread bowl. This was quite delightful and not too overpowering and heavy as I thought it would be with all the cheese; but still ideal to share with the table. As for the main dishes, these were just OK to me. The dishes were rather small and pretty standard. Not sure if I'd find myself craving to come back, but the Adjaruli Khachapuri is something worth trying once in your life. read more

Chama Mama - Roasted Pumpkin with Eggs. - Georgian Near Me - New York, New York

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The lychee margarita was divine. The dishes were solid especially, the Smokey cheese with the dips. The bread with the lamb was superior. The rolls served with dip platter were mid.Tables are a bit too close, but that's common. Overall service was pleasant. read more

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Have been here twice and had a great experience both times. The setting is so lovely both inside and outside and the food is great. Pricing is reasonable for a good sit down meal in this part of Manhattan. The khachapuri is so good. Gooey creamy cheese encased in a very nice bread. And yet, the khinkali might somehow have managed to be even better?! The dumpling itself has this really pleasant chewiness to it and the filling is very flavorful. Highly recommend this spot! read more

Chama Mama - Khachapuri - Georgian Near Me - New York, New York

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In this 12 degree weather, Chama Mama is a great choice if you're craving delicious comfort food. Craving something warm and gooey, hubby and I went with the adjaruli bread. It was divine! Definitely a must have if you've never experienced Georgian food before. Since we went for brunch I went with the roasted mushroom and eggs and hubs went for the lamb kebob. The mushroom and eggs was creamy and decadent and the kebob was super flavorful! Modest sized portions as well. We both left stuffed and agreeing that we got to come back for dinner. Ambiance was super cool too with tile art and a packed room of eager customers. Looking forward to stopping by again in the coming months! read more

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4.3 and rounded up. Delicious Georgian food! Admittedly this is a cuisine I'm not familiar with, though had a good experience and would recommend to anyone looking for a tasty meal. On a weekday evening at 8pm, they were pretty full, at least in the front seating area; there's another section in the back that's spacious and open from what I heard. The staff were attentive and busily working table to table, gave us a quick overview of the menu, took our drink orders then came back to field questions about apps and entrees. Our group ordered: - SHAVI LOMI, GEORGIAN LAGER (16 0Z) $15: I didn't try this though my friend enjoyed. - LIMITED EDITION WINE FLIGHT $20: this came with three wines, they leaned a little sweeter, almost like a drier rieslings but not dry. Were ok. - ROASTED WILD MUSHROOMS $14 x 2: Oyster, shitake, button mushrooms with red pepper and herbs--these were tasty, we got two orders to share. - WINTER GRAIN SALAD $18: Kale, honey, cranberries, warm wheat berries, glazed walnuts, raisins--quite a hearty salad and I really liked it. - ADJARULI KHACHAPURI $19: Adjara cheese boat filled with Chama Mama cheese, egg yolk, butter--lol tastes like what you might think, delectable with ooey gooey cheese, buttery goodness. The bread itself was a bit on the saltier side. - KHINKALI DUMPLINGS $14: beef and pork--this came with 3 dumplings and was essentially like a xiao long tang bao (XLB, aka soup dumpling) with thicker skin for those of you Chinese cuisine eaters. Tender meat with savory soup on the insides, though the dumpling skin on this was really salty almost like a mistake in my mind. - SAPERAVI POMEGRANATE BEEF STEW $32: Beef short ribs, Saperavi wine, pomegranate, tashmijabi cheese potatoes--tasty overall. - KEBAB $26: beef and pork, lavash, satsebeli sauce, spices, barberry--the meat came served wrapped in a flatbread, very savory flavors, would definitely recommend. - CHANAKHI LAMB STEW $38: Lamb shoulder, aubergine, tomato, herbs, Shoti bread--another hearty dish the lamb was cooked very well, no gaminess, the bread again on the saltier side. Do want to add that it looks like their breads are baked in house inside a traditional clay/stone oven, almost like a tandoori oven, very cool. - MEGRULI KHARCHO $26: Walnut sauce, Ghomi grits, Kharcho spices with roasted chicken--the walnut sauce was very creamy and delicious, probably my first time trying something like this, the grits were good too. While we didn't get dessert since we were so full, their honey cake and pelamushi (traditional sweet grape pudding) looked intriguing. They also have after dinner spirits, coffee and tea. Their cocktails look interesting and I'd be curious to try a couple of those next time. Staff were quite accommodating, as we were one of the last couple parties in the restaurant at 10pm when they were closing and they didn't rush us. read more

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I came here with my friend to try out Georgian cuisine. Our waiter was marvelous and explained a lot of the local flavors to us. We sat in the back covered patio that was heated. It was so comfortable in a sunny day. We loved everything we ordered. We couldn't decide what beverages to get, so we got the flight of tricolor Georgian wines: white, Amber, red. I think red was the best. We got the cheese pull, Georgian salad, beef & pork khinkali (soup dumpling), and a sweet cheese bread/pancake with raspberry and strawberry sauce. Everything was amazingly delicious. read more

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Absolutely delicious food: I got the phkali platter and whilst steep at 28 dollars (!!!), it was so good! The portion size was also decent. The menu has the full extent of Georgian delicacies and is super veg friendly. We didn't drink but wine prices for a glass are a whopping 14 dollars when I scanned. I really liked the Christmas music playing, the cosy atmosphere and the gorgeous outdoor seating with twinkling lights and a Christmas tree. Good service, regularly checked in and very efficient. read more

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

Chama Mama is a popular Georgian restaurant in Chelsea. It is a beautiful spot overall. I was pleasantly surprised to discover they have a big backroom. I did not notice it at first since I was seated up front. If you are coming with a group, definitely try to get a table back there. The khachapuri is clearly the standout dish here, and for good reason. Try also the Chicken Mtsvadi, which the menu describes as marinated chicken skewers with tarragon tkemali, red onions, and pomegranate. It was really flavorful. The dish came with tkemali, a sour plum sauce that had this interesting fruity-yet-tart flavor. I had never tried it before, but it paired well with the chicken. The server suggested I add the crispy smashed potatoes on the side, and I am glad I listened to him. The service was absolutely fantastic. Honestly, it is one of the better dining experiences I have had in the city. read more

Chama Mama - Skewers - Georgian Near Me - New York, New York

"If you are nostalgic for the Soviet Union" I'm gonna again break with popular opinion. This just isn't my jam. Outdoor area is overrated. Cheesy egg bread is just ok. The rest of the food feels like anything you could get off the side of the road at remote tea house in Central Asia. What's to cheer - Good kebabs - Large Outdoor space that's well planted. (but weird with an enclosed plexiglass roof) - Good neighborhood What's to jeer - Below par service; it would be faster on island time - food was mediocre - seriously overpriced wine. $27 a glass from a country whose GDP is about the size of the neighborhood read more

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My friend and I had a reservation here for a Monday night. It was busy! We were seated at a small table for two. They brought us water pretty quickly but then took a while to get to us and take drink/food orders. The waitress was helpful with suggesting items from the menu though. We started with some rolls, which were good, but it would have been nice to have butter. The khachapuri was delicious, and the waitress mixed the egg into it for us. She also told us the best way to eat it and the soup dumplings which was helpful. The roast chicken was juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely come here again! read more

Chama Mama - Roasted chicken in shkmeruli - Georgian Near Me - New York, New York

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I tried Georgian cuisine for the first time and was pleasantly delighted by it .We ordered the taste of Georgia which i thought was a beautiful way to sample their bread and cheese .The cheese was infused with different herbs & condiments. We also ordered the bean stew which was just a hearty bowl of happiness. The kachapuri was phenomenal to taste , I also like how they gave me the option of no egg .The restaurant is decently sized yet very cozy .The staff completely understood that it was my first time and so guided me all along and answerd several of my questions patiently . read more

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Chama Mama served pretty interiors and great service throughout the night. The food was new to us and enjoyable too: - Beef and Pork Khinkali (4/5) - a comforting soup concoction oozed out of these bad boys after the first bite. The rest was tender and bland but we were advised to have it with pepper, which definitely jazzed it up. I like the simplicity of this dish. - Roasted Chicken with Sour Plum Sauce (5/5) - really well cooked chicken with a stunning sour plum sauce. Didn't know what I was missing out on until I tried the plum sauce. Needless to say, I paired it with everything else I ate that night. I could bottle it up if they offered. - Khachapuri (5/5) - a luscious cheese blend sat on top of a beautifully prepared crust - yum! Ended the meal with the ice cream with chunks of honey cake. This was a delight, but a tad bit too sweet (4/5). Since I went in a large group, we got two more desserts - Napoleon (5/5) - best I've ever had and I can see myself crave more of these hereafter. Honey Cake (2/5) - bone dry. Maybe it was not done well or maybe it's an acquired taste. Nonetheless, not for me. Overall, a delightful experience! read more

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A Georgian haven in Chelsea with simple but cozy ambiance and authentic Georgian cuisine. The shelves are filled with their extensive Georgian wine collection. The Kisi white wine had a delightful peachy and nectarine undertone. The tableside khachapuri mixing service is performed with panache by the efficient waitstaff. The boiled mushroom khinkali was a flavorful soup dumpling filled with mushrooms, garlic, and herbs. The crispy smashed potatoes were coated in an irresistible plum infused Tkemali sauce with hints of dill, coriander, and garlic. A great introduction to this unique ethnic cuisine. read more

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Since there is no Georgian restaurant close to my home in Miami, I seek them out while traveling. On my recent trip to NYC, Chama Mama was located within walking distance from my hotel. Having had Georgian food multiple times and in Tbilisi, both my husband and I knew about the various dishes. After being seated, our server approached us to take our drink order and explain the menu (which we both had thoroughly read over before leaving home). After informing her that we already knew what we wanted, she seemed a little put off and, up until it was time to pay, had a slight attitude. That was soon forgotten as there were others who brought the food to the table and checked on the food quality, which was great. When it came time to pay, she managed a smile. All of the dishes were great and served hot. The portions were also generous. If in the area again, we would go back. read more

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First time trying Georgian food and was instantly welcomed into this cozy restaurant. Ambient lighting and seats nestled close together, made for a perfect intimate setting. The server explained the entire menu to us, keeping in mind that we are vegetarian. Plenty of options to choose from, we started with the roasted eggplant appetizer, followed with the traditional khinkhali( dumplings) both mushroom and kvari (cheese). We were recommended to try the traditional khachapuri and the pumpkin soup. We enjoyed the flavors of the dishes, and especially recommend the khinkhali. Very flavorful and bursting with soup. Great spot for an introduction to Georgian food! read more

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Everything we got is great. Taste of Georgia is a must have. The stew was also delicious. The grape leaves rolls were good but probably my least favorite. The peach dessert was really tasty-almost like a peach jam but not super sweet. It's really refreshing and interesting. I paired our food with the red wine flight and I really enjoyed it. All the wine is from Georgia so I suggest a flight as the wine is quite good. Our server was wonderful and super helpful in ordering. The place itself is nice, nothing too special. If you haven't tried Georgian food, I'd suggest it. I really enjoyed my meal here. read more

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This is my second time here! I really enjoyed the kachapuri, ground chicken kebab, and potato side we ordered. The food is always great! I also like the ambience here. They have "outdoor seating" which gets great light and is fully heated. I'll be back to try some more dishes. There was an odd interaction which is why I deducted a star. I had a good experience with service in the past though, so I'll chalk this up as a one off. read more

Well all I can say is as a Georgian food newbie, my first experience was very good. Who knew I liked Georgian food. I went for lunch with coworkers. We ordered a plethora of different dishes. Taste of Georgia - very good Roasted Wild Mushroom - very flavorful ADJAPSANDALI - so tasty Watermelon with Gouda- that was just ok CHIKHIRTMA-CHICKEN SOUP- coworker said it was good ADJARULI KHACHAPURI- very good Chicken Kebob- the flavor was very comforting and good LOBIANI - coworker enjoyed this dish Lamb KHINKALI - this was my personal favorite The music at the restaurant was relaxing. The vibe was your typical work lunch atmosphere. The service was ok. It wasn't bad but it could have been a bit warmer. But overall my customer experience was good. I do recommend. I definitely will try other/more Georgian dishes. This cuisine is very palatable, tasty and good. read more

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This is a Georgian restaurant and if you haven't tried Georgian cuisine you are missing out. It's in the heart of Chelsea, close to the 14th street subway station with lots of space inside and a cozy back patio (covered) where we sat. It started pouring right after we sat down and that made it an even more fun experience. The food and service was exceptional. We chose a bottle of Georgian wine ( it was very good). The bread and the sauces were excellent. We had the mandatory Khachapuri and Khinkali dumplings with lamb and cheese. All of them were outstanding. For entree we had the braised lamb (excellent), roast chicken (very good) and beef stew (excellent) with 3 sauces (outstanding). They offered free liqueur shots and free dessert. Overall, I would highly recommend. read more

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The food was so interesting! Definitely want to go back to try more dishes. The service was great and authentic. And the place was beautiful. read more

I came here with some family who have been wanting to try this spot out. And it did not disappoint! Fantastic food with such high quality and it was fun to try a cuisine not normally around. Service was great as well and I loved the ambience of the restaurant! read more

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Our NYC trip wouldn't have been complete without returning to Chama Mama - which was even better than the last time we were there. We had the Megruli Kharcho Chicken, which is staggeringly delicious. I could give up other food and live on just this. And then we had the amazing Georgian Mountain Bread. I'm glad I don't live too close to this restaurant or I would need to dine here daily. We ordered the Georgian wine flight which was really interesting. The red was very deeply flavored, and quite different from Italian/French/Spanish reds. read more

The food is very tasty. I ate a salad of cucumbers, tomato, and parsley with pomegranate seeds sprinkled in. The main course was a stew with walnuts and Georgian spices, a little tangy, and grits. The service was very good with advice as what to eat and visited the table often to see if we needed andytheng. The restaurant is larger than I thought and had many rooms which were filled with people. We sat in the back patio which is covered. It was a little noisy but okay. read more

This is probably the best Georgian food I've ever had!! Their Khachapuri was creamy and amazing, and it was fun to watch them whip it up right at the table. And do not dare leave without trying their mushroom dumplings ‍! read more

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Lovely restaurant! Sat in the covered patio and enjoyed a cool breeze. Took a while to get started with drinks, but everything was smooth after that. My Georgian friend said that the Adjaruli Khachapuri isn't supposed to be mixed and the cheese pull is solely for the 'Gram lol so we had them both ways - delicious regardless. Our group shared a ton of other dishes - their dessert sampler was definitely the highlight. read more

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First time trying Georgian cuisine and was not disappointed. Started out with the Taste of Georgia (sampling of various pkhali aka veggie with walnut spreads) which showcased wonderful colors and flavors. Followed up by the enticing Adjaruli Khachapuri, which tastes as fantastic as it looks. The egg yolk, butter, and melted cheese are mixed tableside and the bread has just the right texture to soak up the ingredients. A bit on the heavy side but definitely enjoyable to indulge. The beef and pork khinkali (soup dumplings) have a distinct spiced taste that is pleasantly savory. Finishing off with the honey cake, which was a little dry, but overall had a balanced sweetness and nuttiness. Service was friendly and helpful with recommendations. Atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Will definitely come back again. read more

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The food was okay, some parts were a bit bland and others were overwhelming. Service was great, tons of vegetarian options so this place is great for a meat lover to bring a vegetarian. The food is a bit different than what I'm used to as I never had Georgian food. We had the taste of Georgia, which looks small but is very filling. I really enjoyed sampling the different options and it was a flavor burst! The khachapuri was good but it just reminds me of cheese pizza without tomato sauce. The megruli kharcho with cauliflower legitimately had no flavor. It was so bland and lacked any sort of seasoning. The grits made it extra mushy and I think potatoes would have been better. We got the caffe panna inspired ice cream but it was so sickenly sweet. Not really the biggest fan here but glad I tried it read more

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Super delicious food, amazing service -- waiters/waitresses are super knowledgeable and patient and will explain the menu to you in detail. The ambience is really nice too, plenty of seating. Would come back !! read more

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

This was my first time having Georgian food and I was blown away. The food was amazing! I absolutely loved the taste of Georgia, the trio of sauces, the beef and pork soup dumplings (must order - my favorite), and the ADJARULI KHACHAPURI (the cheese boat). My least favorite was the lamb stew entree so I only had a few bites - the lamb wasn't very tender. The wine flight was fun to try as well. Overall, an amazing dinner. Can't wait to return! read more

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I came here with a friend and we shared the Taste of Georgia appetizer; I really liked a few of the components of it, but a few were just so-so to me. I ordered the saperavi and pomegranate stew for my entree but I was a bit disappointed that my server waited until it arrived before suggesting that we should get bread to go with it. The bread then took quite a while to arrive, by which time my stew had mostly gone cold. The bread was helpful though since the stew was quite salty. Overall, I think the meal was a bit pricey for what it was, but most of the flavors were pretty good. read more

Chama Mama - Taste of Georgia - Georgian Near Me - New York, New York

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Georgian food is always appealing to me as I always think I'm going to love the soup dumplings. This was a nice option and the food ended up overall being fine in the end. The soup dumplings (khinkali) were tasty and I did enjoy the flavoring, but I do wonder if some of the dough was undercooked. The roasted wild mushroom dish was pretty inspired and a bit of a surprise. We really enjoyed the flavoring and mixture of mushrooms. The pork mtsvadi was fine. The meat was tender and well-seasoned but I do wonder if it should have come with rice or something with it. Finally, the chiji piji was recommended so we grabbed that. It's similar to shakshuka, which we love. This was also just fine. I didn't feel like the overall flavor profile was very interesting, even with a runny egg which I always love. The rolls that came with the mushroom/chiji piji were delicious-so light. I do think it's strange the chiji piji only came with one so we ended up asking for another to soak up the sauce. Service was friendly. We grabbed a seat in the patio outdoors which was lovely. Not too sunny so not too hot, so definitely the move if you're coming here on a nice day. read more

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Chama Mama - easily my first time with Georgian cuisine! I stopped by for lunch with a friend, and I have to admit it was a confusing menu that even the server didn't know the difference between lunch and brunch menus until having the orders placed. For starters, we had their signature Adjaruli Khachapuri, a delicious cheese, egg, and butter mixed in a bread bowl - yum! It's quite an interesting taste, since the egg was mostly raw, and it gave the cheese a runnier consistency - a smooth texture with a light taste, a perfect appetizer. Note: Make sure to record a video for the memories if you'd like to but be aware, because the server mixes it without notice! Additionally, we had their Pork Mtsvadi, which was on the drier end and quite salty. There was a bit of delightful sweet taste in it, too, but the herbs had masked it too much. We also had a side of their smashed potatoes in tarragon tkemali, which was also overseasoned and quite salty (!) This is probably one of the few times where I enjoyed the nice roast of a potato but didn't enjoy the overall taste of it. Overall, Chama Mama is a nice lunch spot in terms of ambiance and environment. However, I think I would have to be convinced to return after this experience, especially at their higher price point, where the quality did not feel worth it. read more

Chama Mama - Adjaruli Khachapuri - Georgian Near Me - New York, New York

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Ordered: Bottle of Uzunashvili - Saperavi 2020 (~$80) Taste of Georgia (~$28): tasteful selection of Pkhali (beet, ekala, spinach, eggplant) and vegetable dishes; served with Chama Mama bread and Georgian smoked cheese Adjaruli Khachapuri (~$18): traditional open-faced khachapuri with Chama Mama cheese blend topped with raw egg yolk and butter Lamb Khinkali (~$14): 3pc Georgian dumplings Kvari Khinkali (~$13): 3pc Georgian cheese dumplings Saperavi and Pomegranate Beef Stew (~$32): slow-cooked beef stew made with Budeshuri Saperavi wine and pomegranate molasses, served with creamy Tashmijabi potatoes with cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro and pomegranate Braised Lamb and Tarragon Stew (~$36): braised lamb cooked in Tsolikouri wine, sour green plums, and fresh tarragon; served with Chama Mama Shoti Bread Chicken Kebab (~$26): house blend of chicken wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce Crispy Potatoes w Tarragon Tkemali (~$14) Honey Cake (~$12): soft multilayer dulce de leche cake Rose Chacha (~$13) Aya's take: First time trying Georgian food! For those who haven't tried it, think Eastern European and Middle Eastern fusion. Most of the dishes are hearty, deeply rich, and vibrant. Georgia is known for their red wines and after trying a few and getting some recommendations from our very kind and patient waitress, we landed on a bottle of red, specifically the Uzunashvili - Saperavi 2020. This was full-bodied, slightly fruity, with a lingering earthiness that was overall enjoyable! As for the food, my standouts were the Adjaruli Khachapuri, Lamb Khinkali, and Saperavi and Pomegranate Beef Stew. Every bite of these 3 dishes was satisfying, comforting, and full of mild yet flavorful spices. I was particularly disappointed by the Taste of Georgia. I enjoyed the beet and eggplant Pkhali but others didn't stand out to me. Also, the fact that they served it with 2 pieces of bread when we were a party of 4 was a bit distasteful. We had to pay an additional $3 for 2 more pieces of bread. I think it would be nice if they at least matched it to the number of guests considering it's just bread. I also had high hopes for the Honey Cake but it didn't taste as expected; I would skip it. There's plenty of seating even a back outdoor covered patio but we sat towards the front since it was quieter and easier to talk in. Good try! read more

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We had a wonderful birthday lunch at Chama Mama. Sitting at the bar, the staff was overly kind and made the meal special. The food tasted fantastic, and we tried an array of menu items. Our Georgian wine and unique cocktails added to the celebration. Our favorites included the Imeruli Khachapuri and the Pan Fried Khinkali. However, we also enjoyed the Chicken Mtsvadi and the Crispy Smashed Potatoes. Our entire meal was lip-smacking good. I realize Chama Mamma has several locations in NYC, but it doesn't feel like a chain. I was so taken by the warmth and friendliness of everyone working at Chama Mamma Chelsea that I am planning a trip to the country of Georgia. Our lunch was a wonderful 75th birthday moment. read more

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I visited Chama Mama for the first time with my husband on a recent Saturday. Between the large indoor space and the expansive outdoor (covered and heated in the winter) back patio, this place is huge, making it a good choice for a relatively last-minute reservation or a bigger group. It's also a good choice if you like amiable service, on-trend ambience, and, most importantly, tasty Georgian food and wine. Food: Lamb-stuffed grape leaves: Devoured these. The lamb was full of spices and tender and served with slightly salty and garlicky yogurt sauce. -Lamb Khinkali: Pretty good -- doughy and a little soupy. I think khinkali have a really nice visual appeal. -Megruli Kharcho (chicken in walnut sauce with saffron, garlic and georgian spices): Great chicken dish served with grits and a delicious savory curry. This was earthy, nutty, and all-around flavorful. Drinks: I love Georgian wines. We tried a few of the carafes including the Churi Chinebuli, which was found in the introduction to Amber wine section. It was indeed an easy to drink and love light orange wine. We also tried the Chama Mama Aleksanfrouli, which was beautiful and spicy, with black raspberry notes. read more

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

Georgian food is in my DNA,and after sushi is my favorite cuisine. I'm sorry,but this wasn't perfect. Georgian restaurant with vibe of chain restaurant without some spirit,with tiniest ever portions of appetizers and tiniest Adjarouli I ever seen. Tastes were okay to good. Star of the night was Megruli Kharcho with chicken,unbelievably comforting and beautifully executed with special type of grits topping the plate. Amazing! Chicken kebab was fine,but it was too much bread for amount of meat and chicken was a bit on the dry side.Service was ok,but whole space is not cozy,not special,more like upscale fast food,but with 35 dollars entrees. Was a bit confusing experience ,nothing was horribly wrong,just ordinary. read more

Chama Mama - Megruli Kharcho with chicken ( star of the night) best fish on the menu - Georgian Near Me - New York, New York

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I've never tried Georgian food before, and was thrilled with the experience that Chama Mama had to offer. The restaurant felt very intimate, with its dim lights, warm atmosphere, and instrumental music in the background. The menu was clearly a labor of love, and I enjoyed how the wait staff readily offered their opinions on how the dishes can/should be enjoyed. During my visit, I had the lamb wrapped in grape leaves, mushroom dumplings, stewed beef, and their honey cake. All of these dishes were delicious. Only bad thing was that I couldn't stop eating and left way too full! I recommend this to anyone who is looking for an intimate night out that doesn't skimp on flavor. read more

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