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    4.5 (166 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Kharcho
    Matthew S.

    My plan was simple, go to Cheeseboat on Friday night, order a Khachapuri and some Khinkali, and call it an evening. When I got to the Williamsburg location and observed the door locked, lights off, and the interior like nobody was there (with no indication there would be no one coming), I was crestfallen. This restaurant defined popular Georgian food. It is one of the reasons I make a trek out to a neighborhood that I would not otherwise dare set foot in for more than an extended period of time. When I observed they also have a Manhattan location, I figured, okay, try them out, what the hell, maybe it will be fine. Three subway lines later (okay, I could have done it in two), and here is the result. Firstly, the service is amazing. The entire wait staff is warm, welcoming, intelligent, and passionate about what is served out of their kitchen. Liza may not be working here (or at least was not there during the time I was here), but the service is still first rate. Secondly, the interior space is more intimate than the Williamsburg location. It feels more Manhattan-y than Williamsburg-y, if that makes sense. Now that I got the non-food stuff out of the way, here comes the part you came for, the meal. I ordered five things here. You will see why later, it will make sense to you by the end. Khachapuri: My new favorite snack is a must at any Georgian restaurant. To say this is a calzone or a stromboli is being condescending to this lovely cheeseboat (had to do it). It is a little on the small side, but the cheese and texture is beautiful and I never once had to pick up a fork to eat it. Your server will even mix everything for you if you ask. Grade: A- Khinkali: Six to an order, just like at the Williamsburg location, they are tasty, but it is looser. They fall apart too quickly upon that first nibble. I know not to eat the knot, because when my server took my plate away after I was done eating them, he smiled wryly at me, knowing I did it right. Grade: B Chakapuli: Probably the weakest thing I ordered, the lamb is tasty, but also super fatty and super tender. I deliberately did not eat the sauce and some of the other bits because of the richness and the onions that were at the bottom of the dish. The fact it comes with two nice pieces of bread helps mitigate things, but I played it smart by just taking the big stuff and using the bread as a binder. Grade: B- Kharcho: A staple at any Georgian restaurant, this is essentially Lagman soup, but they use rice instead of noodles as their carb weapon of choice. The lamb is beautiful and the broth has a beautiful aroma and fragrance. It also comes with two nice pieces of bread to really soak in more flavor. This balanced out the out of balance Chakapuli. Grade: B+ Georgian White Wine Flight: Yes, I got a flight, four glasses of the restaurant's finest white wines. I had a glass for each of the meals that I ate. Each wine has its own character. My server even gave me a suggestion on how to go about drinking them. I know very little about wine, so I will not go much further than this. However, each wine I tasted, tasted better than the previous one. I do know Georgia is known for its wine, and by the end of the flight, I was starting to see why... maybe. Grade: A- That is not all. I also ordered a Honey Cake for dessert, because I know all too well that honey is the great equalizer in all things savory. This will put it all in its place, like Godzilla restoring the balance in an inhumane world. Honey Cake: One bite told me all I needed to know. It is outstanding. Well balanced, terrific flavor, outstanding texture, ridiculously, out of bounds in terms of how it should look and feel. This dessert may have ruined all things dessert for me for the time being. It is simply the best way to end a meal, and to go out on a high note. Grade: A+ -- Some of you may be saying, why would you do this? Why would you go all the way out here for this? 1.) Because I can, 2.) The experience is largely outstanding, and 3.) It is not always about those two, it is the adventure, and eating what I ate here gave me a sense of adventure, from start to finish. Stay classy Cheeseboat, I know you will be just fine until the Williamsburg location reopens, if it ever does. If not, your Manhattan location will do you justice.

    lula-khabab
    Marck N.

    I have never had Georgian food before. My family enjoyed our meal here. We shared the kartvelian salad, steak n' mushroom cheeseboat, lamb chakapuli, and the lula-khabab. All dishes were delicious. The steak n'mushroom cheeseboat had to have been my family's favorite. The bread boat held together the steak, mushrooms, and cheese. Every bite was savory and enjoyable. Our server was friendly and help answer our questions. I would definitely return here again.

    Shkmeruli Chicken and Steak 'n' Mushroom Cheeseboat
    Will N.

    This was such a cozy spot on a rainy day. It was a Sunday around 2pm and we were alone for the most of our dining. The steak 'n mushroom cheeseboat is a comforting meal without being too heavy. Comes with a really yummy green dipping sauce too. Easily requested a refill. The shkmeruli chicken is really memorable entree mainly because the fresh bread pairs so deliciously with the creamy sauce. I could make entire meal of that combo alone. I wish the chicken is more seasoned, but nonetheless it is cooked well. Very kind workers too. Had to get their attention a couple times though.

    Eggplant Roulette
    Solitaire H.

    Service was excellent and friendly, shout out to Nick. The food was delicious and a new culinary experience for myself. Shared a lamb dish, eggplant, and cheeseboat. Shot of ChaCha was served in a beautiful cut crystal like glass. The Zelensky cocktail was refreshing and a perfect sweetness.

    Michael C.

    Came in for lunch and had the Shkmeruli Chicken. It was a huge portion and was flavorful, tender, and delicious. The homemade bread was also fantastic. Highly recommend coming to check out this spot!

    Inside
    Cole D.

    Food 4, happiness and customer service 5. This is a great stop after a Broadway show like we did. We got the traditional cheese boat and the Shkmeruli Chicken dish. The Shkmeruli Chicken was good. The sauce is incredible. I love dipping the bread into it. The chicken itself was a little rubbery. It all looks good, but the chicken didn't really quite hit. We got additional bread and I'm glad we did for three dollars to dip it all into that delicious creamy sauce. Delectable. The traditional cheese boat is so fun. They mix it right in front of you. It is served hot. The bread is delectably soft and airy. The cheese inside and dipping the bread that you rip off into itself is such a fun, creative dish. Really friendly smiley waiters. When walking out I asked about all the pickle jars and they gave me two to try. Very unique flavors and somewhat bitter or vinegar which I really enjoyed.

    Kartvelian salad w/ spices
    Alexis B.

    My husband and I are big fans of Georgian food, so we wanted to try another of the city's Georgian restaurants when we were visiting this past weekend. We were in the area and super excited to try Cheeseboat. And we thought it was great. We had a reservation for a very late lunch (2:30pm) on Sunday. A reservation at that time definitely wasn't necessary (there were only a few other people eating at that time); we were seated immediately. I was immediately charmed - a neon light in the shape of a khachapuri (the "cheeseboat"), cat/Georgian food art, fun posters and decor... Because we hadn't been to Cheeseboat before, we decided to order the classics - Khinkali soup dumplings (6 dumplings of ground beef, Georgian spices, and herbs and served with a traditional Georgian garlic sauce - Niortskali); Kartvelian Salad (tomato, cucumber, red onions, cilantro, herbs, ground walnuts, sunflower seed oil, and Georgian spices); and their traditional "cheeseboat" (Adjaruli khachapuri - cheese, egg yolk, and a pat of butter in a bread boat). We liked everything. The khachapuri was pretty classic and delicious, definitely a food that makes you want to go home and read a book and take a nap under a blanket. The khinkali were also good - and I've had some versions that weren't that great - with plenty of soup and well-flavored filling. This might be weird, but the salad kind of blew my mind and might have been my favorite dish. If you'd said to me before I ate at Cheeseboat, "Do you think making a salad dressing of crushed walnuts is a good idea?" I'd have say no - why would you want mushy walnuts as a dressing? Well, you learn something new everyday, because this salad was incredibly delicious and special. And the walnut dressing was the highlight - it was incredibly flavorful and gave the salad a great texture, too! We had a couple of cocktails, which were both great - mine incorporated chacha (also called Georgian brandy or grape vodka - it's considered Georgia's national drink), which I loved. The service was great, as well. I appreciated that the staff asked if we knew how to eat the dumplings, because I've watched people cut into them with a fork and knife on a plate before and it was one of the saddest things I've seen in a restaurant. They were really helpful, friendly, and attentive. Overall, it just a really good meal - good service, a comfortable restaurant, and great food. I'd be happy to return.

    Khinkali Soup Dumplings
    Jess S.

    This is my 2nd time here and I loved it even more than the 1st time. I brought 2 friends with me who would've never had Georgian food if I had not forced them to and they LOVED it!! They actually told me they plan on going back because it's so good. Our plates were basically licked clean! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful with making decisions on cocktails to try and foods to share. We ordered family style so that everyone could have a try. We ordered both salads (burrata and Kartvelian salads). I'm quite picky about salads and both were absolutely scrumptious! I would actually go there just for the salads and if you knew me, you know that is something I never ever say. Truly, this food is delicious and if Georgian is out of your comfort zone, you won't be disappointed!

    Shkmeruli Chicken
    Badria M.

    First time having Georgian food, and I'm sold! Restaurant is tucked away in Hell's Kitchen. It feels a bit like a casual jazz bar with some fluorescent lighting, mixture of Georgian cultural pieces scattered throughout, fun cat graphics, and a 'how to' comic about how one properly devours a cheese boat. The music selection was a fun mix of contemporary funk + jazz which added substantially to my personal experience. In terms of food, oh my goodness- the roasted chicken in cream sauce had my heart and stomach from the beginning. I couldn't stop dipping the bread in the sauce even after the cheese boat came. The meat ball cheese boat was decadent and incredibly flavorful. Between those two items, it is the perfect amount of food for two moderately hungry people who skipped lunch. Last thing - I didn't get drinks but really appreciated the notable support of Ukraine vocalized by the drink menu. Overall, 10/10 experience!!! Would recommend!

    Lauren S.

    Cheeseboat in New York, NY. Come have Mama Cheeseboat cook some authentic Georgian food for you! I never had Georgian cuisine before and it did not disappoint. The fresh flavors were absolutely delicious-especially the CHEESEBOAT! Make sure to try some Georgian wine! Located in Hell's Kitchen and Williamsburg-Cheeseboat has you covered! Kartvelian Salad-Fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions with fresh cilantro, herbs, ground walnuts, homemade sunflower seed oil & Georgian spices. Cheeseboat-Classic, traditional Cheeseboat (Adjarian Khachapuri) Caldron of cheese in bread w/ egg and butter. Khinkali Soup Dumplings-Stuffed w/ ground beef, Georgian spices & herbs, served w/ traditional garlic Neeor'tskali sauce. Georgian Lula-Kebab- Ground beef on a skewer cooked with the addition of barberry, which gives freshness and juiciness to the kebab. Served with Tkemali green plum sauce. Napoleon- Very thin decadent puff pastry cake with homemade rich custard cream in between the layers served with sliced fresh strawberries.

    Meatball Cheeseboat
    Dani D.

    The food here is incredible. I've had khachapuri (traditional Georgian cheese boats) at several other restaurants but I've never found another place that does such a unique take on it. Every cheese boat I've ever ordered here has been amazing, and all the other dishes have been fabulous - the khinkali soup dumplings, shkmeruli chicken, and eggplant roulette, to name a few. The magic mushroom cheeseboat is a can't-miss, same with the honeycomb and Brie (I'm not even vegetarian), though you can't go wrong with any of them, they're all so flavorful. The cocktails are also really good, at least all the ones I've tried have been, and the service is great.

    Shkmeruli Chicken Cheeseboat 10/10!!
    Juliana T.

    Love me some good Georgian food, and this place is great! Came on a Saturday night before the dinner rush, and were seated promptly. QR codes on the table to access menus, which includes pictures and descriptions of all the menu items (super helpful if you're not familiar with Georgian food). Our waiters were very friendly and helpful with suggestions, including teaching us how to eat the khinkali (soup dumplings), which were tasty! We also had the shkmeruli chicken cheeseboat which was soooooo good, and washed it all down with a couple delicious cocktails.

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    Presley J.

    My first time in New York and I found myself in Hell's Kitchen trying a Cheeseboat. It was so delicious and made to order! The Georgian Lemonade was such an expected surprise I loved it! The service was spectacular everyone was so kind and explained everything about the process of how the egg gets mixed in upon arrival to the table. They have such a cute interior. We would've sat outside if it wasn't so hot out. They have a nice bar area too. I highly recommend for anyone in the area! They have several locations

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    Ask the Community - Cheeseboat

    When are brunch menu items available?

    Do you have vegan and gluten-free options?

    Hi Mathew, Yes we have multiple gluten-free options. Thanks for the interest in our establishment and hope to see you soon!

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    Ubani Midtown

    Ubani Midtown

    4.5
    (50 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    My daughter and I were in town and we met my son and his girlfriend for dinner after they got off…read morework. He suggested this place in the West Village, but we couldn't get a table there at the time we wanted to go. Fortunately, I was able to find that they had another location in Midtown and we were able to get a table. I have never had Georgian food before and was excited to try it. From the second, we walked in our experience was excellent. The restaurant was very charming with a very chic feel. Our server was so gracious and helpful in explaining the menu. We tried several traditional dishes, and they were all out outstanding. The food was so flavorful. We had the eggplant rolls and the Adjaruli Khachapuri as an appetizer. Both were amazing! They left me wanting more. For the main course I had the Chanakhi (lamb stew). This dish was so delicious. The lamb was tender and the sauce was savoy, perfectly seasoned and had so much flavor. My daughter had the Shkmeruli (chicken with garlic sauce). This creamy garlic sauce was amazing. I need to figure out how to make it. My son had the Kupati (house made sausages). I can honestly saw these were some of the best sausages I've ever had. The flavor was so unique and delicious. My son's girlfriend, who is a vegan, had the cauliflower with walnut sauce. The cauliflower was roasted perfectly and the walnut sauce is like nothing I've ever had before. It was so creamy that it made me question whether or not it had dairy in it. Another hit. To finish it off, we had the Khinkali which are these huge soup dumplings with beef and pork filling. Our server told this traditionally they eat them at the end of a meal so we follow tradition. Fortunately, our server explained to us how to eat them by holding them upside down and taking a small bite and drinking the soup out. These were massive and more than I should've eaten after appetizers and a main course. Nevertheless, we enjoyed them thoroughly. I really enjoyed this restaurant and the experience. I felt like I experienced something new that I can't wait to come back to.

    I'd like to give Ubani a better rating, but it just doesn't provide good value for what they're…read morecharging. Case in point: the pkhali quatro appetizer, which costs $29. It has four dips and comes with 3 *tiny* little circles of cornbread. Read that again: 4 dips, only 3 tiny little pieces of bread. Adding insult to injury, they'll charge you $6 if you order a side of cornbread (and that side order is just 3 additional tiny little pieces, which still isn't enough bread for the appetizer dips). Free hospitality tip for Ubani: if you're charging $29 for dips, go ahead and provide the customer with enough bread for the dips instead of being so stingy. On the plus side: nice setting, nice servers, and the khachapuri is tasty enough. But I can't imagine returning - the value for money just isn't there. Management, please take note.

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    Chama Mama

    Chama Mama

    4.4
    (894 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$$

    You like cheese, bread, butter, wine, vegetables? Have you tried Georgian food?…read more I hadn't until yesterday and I'm glad it was at Chama Mama! Service was wonderful - helped me understand the dishes, some good options to try as a first timer, and just generally made me feel very welcome. (Mushroom Soup Dumplings): 5/5 - Absolutely delicious in flavor - There's a special way to eat them, your server should teach you - The doughy top may not be for everyone but I enjoyed it. Forgot to write down everything else - food was all great! Patio seating outdoor is nice and loved the drinks as well.

    Chama Mama is a great spot for Georgian food and a must-try! Definitely come here with a lot of…read morepeople because the dishes are big enough to share as family style. The khinkali were juicy, flavorful dumplings with that perfect burst of broth inside. I am a big fan of brothy dumplings; however, the dough was slightly thicker than I usually like. Nonetheless, flavor was good. The Adjaruli khachapuri was definitely the star of the meal! It was warm, cheesy, and incredibly creamy. I loved that you can add an egg on top, which makes it even richer and gives it that perfect velvety texture when mixed together. The adjapsandali (eggplant dish) was also delicious, with a great balance of vegetables and a kick of various spices. Highly recommend trying this place at least once with a group of friends or family!

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    Chito Gvrito NYC

    Chito Gvrito NYC

    4.5
    (201 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    Vegetarian friendly
    Healthy dining

    What a hidden neighborhood gem! I've walked past Chito Gvrito many times and decided to finally try…read moreit for a weekend dinner. Luckily I was able to get a reservation ahead of time because the place was packed that night! I'm not too familiar with Georgian food, but many of the dishes on the menu looked so good. We decided on the mixed mushroom khinkali, thin crust megrelian khachapuri, pork mtsvadi skewer, and Mediterranean fish. The dumplings were stuffed full with mushrooms and I liked the thick dumpling skin. So different than dumplings I've had before. The flatbread was so unique topped with the pile of fresh herbs and pesto. It's a must order! The pork skewer was so juicy and flavorful. The fish was topped with a walnut sauce and my least favorite of the meal. Chito Gvrito is a perfect spot for a date night or a group meal. The dishes can easily be shared and definitely order one of the flatbreads!

    I've had my fair share of Georgian food, and after reading the reviews, I went in with high hopes…read morefor the three-course Restaurant Week menu. I came away disappointed -- nothing on the plate tasted authentic. Both the salmon mtsvadi and the chicken tabaka tasted nerfed, like the spices had been dialed way down. What came through instead was mostly acidity -- heavy lemon and salt, across every dish, with none of the depth I was expecting. It would have helped if the dill and pomegranate had actually been part of the dish rather than sitting on the side as decoration. Maybe this is just an Americanized take on Georgian cuisine, but either way, I didn't like it. The ambience didn't help either. We were seated behind the bar, where the tables were packed in. The row of people seated at the bar were a bit rowdy, and the passage was so narrow we got bumped every few minutes.

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    Open-faced cheese pie with a farm egg and local butter - mix and enjoy this iconic Georgian dish for two :)
    Open-faced cheese pie with a farm egg and local butter - mix and enjoy this iconic Georgian dish for two :)
    Juicy and flavorful Khinkali dumplings, a Georgian classic filled with seasoned meat and spices. 

A must-try at Chito Gvrito!
    Juicy and flavorful Khinkali dumplings, a Georgian classic filled with seasoned meat and spices. A must-try at Chito Gvrito!
    Beef & Pork Khinkali, Georgian soup dumplings filled with seasoned meat, wild caraway, and spices - a must-try for dumpling lovers!!

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    Oda House

    Oda House

    4.1
    (301 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    OUTSTANDING!!! We were greeted so warmly by the hostess…read more(Maya) that she made my heart flutter. Maya reminded me of a loving auntie that was happy you came to visit her and all she wanted to do was make you smile and serve you amazing food!! AND SHE SERVED US SOME REALLY AMAZING FOOD!!!!! This was our first time at a Georgian restaurant and it was KILLER!!! We ordered: *Borjomi which is a sparkling water that was slightly salty. It has an amazing fresh essence and reminded me of being at the edge of the sea and the fresh sea spray hitting you. It was perfect with the food! *Khinkali - I really LOVE dumplings and these were OUT OF THIS WORLD! The beef and pork blend was amazingly seasoned, tender and juicy, the broth inside the dumplings was warm and tasty. I even loved that they put some tips on the menu on how to eat them like a true Georgian and I took their advice and was in dumpling heaven! *Adjaruli - TRULY LOVED the tastiness of the this cheesy, eggy "bread bowl". When Maya brought this to our table she offered to stir it for us by blending the cheese and egg on top! WOOOOWWW!! There was literal toe curling happiness every time we ripped off a piece of the yummy warm bread and dipped it into the cheese and egg blend. So satisfying total comfort food!! *Lula Kebab - OH MY GODDDD TASTY! Litearlly the best lamb kebab I have EVER had. The lamb was tender, juicy and seasoned beautifully! The wrap it was in was soft, chewy and a perfect vessel to transport that yummy lamb into your mouth. We ordered this with the mashed potatoes and they were yummy as well!! Smooth, flavorful and just a buttery! :) If you have never had Georgian food...ODA HOUSE IS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO GO!! Trust me, your mouth, tummy and your heart will be happy!! :) ALSO....THANK YOU MAYA FOR BEING SUCH A LOVELY WOMAN and sharing your beautiful Georgian cuisine with us!! :)

    I need more Georgian food in my life!…read more My husband and I came upon this restaurant during one of our neighborhood walks. We've been on a Middle Eastern kick lately, so the restaurant caught my eye. What sealed that deal, however, was their $45 Restaurant Week menu. I'm new to Restaurant Week, so I had my reservations about the program. I feared the meals would be scaled back in size, that we would walk out still hungry. How wrong I was. We left, bellies bursting at the seams with delicious food. Every single item was a standout. Each bite elicited praise. Our drinks were phenomenal, particularly their fruit juice, which I could only describe as the drink of the gods. It came as a pitcher with a whole sliced peach. It was sweet, light, and refreshing. The peach was so sweet, almost candied. I loved it so much. The vegetables in the qartuli salata were fresh. The vinaigrette had a wonderfully nutty aftertaste. The phkhali trio were herby and fresh, with a very, very slight bitterness, almost undetectable but just there, not dissimilar to sumac. The khachapuri was crispy yet tender, the cheese filling so creamy, so gooey, so salty. I loved this dish most of all. The salmon dish paired wonderfully with the mushrooms, creamy mashed potatoes, and what I can only describe as a balsamic drizzle. My absolute star of the show, the ideali, was a marvel. The condensed milk frosting was so delicate and so were its layers of honey walnut sponge. I melted in my seat with each bite. It was unlike anything I've had before. It will be a dish I will long for. Oda House is a neighborhood gem. Come here, and you'll be thinking about it for a very, very long time.

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    Old Tbilisi Garden

    Old Tbilisi Garden

    3.8
    (592 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    we were in New York City looking to try something new and online reviews came up with Old Tbilisi…read moreGarden so we decided to check it out. We made a reservation for 8p and arrived a couple of minutes early but the restaurant was relatively empty so it was quick to get a table. We ordered the eggplant appetizer, the Georgian salad, the mushroom dumplings, and the cheese and spinach baked good. The eggplant and salad both came outburst and both were good in terms of size and flavor. The salad had a good dressing which complimented it and did not overpower it. The eggplant was really good but would've been better with bread, so we requested bread and it was an additional charge and some pieces were very chewy and a bit hard to chew. The baked good came out afterwards and it was a combo between a pizza and phyllo dough. The portion size was really good and the flavor was decent albeit a bit bland. The mushroom dumplings were also good size and came with 4 pieces with sour cream on the side. The portion size was good and the flavor of the dough was good, the inside was also decent but lacked some flavor. Overall good flavor and portion size of food. A bit bland but overall good

    Ambiance is amazing, particularly when seated in the garden. So many delicious dishes: the Khinkali…read moreand Khachapuri are both must-haves for the table. The Lobio and any of the meat stews are great entrees. Would definitely recommend trying this place out sometime.

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    Cheeseboat - georgian - Updated August 2026

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