Very tasty Georgian food. Nice interior. Amazing presentation. Food came out hot and fresh. I…read moreposted pictures of everything we ordered. The assorted pickles is actually an assortment of pickled vegetables.

Sure. I may have been born unsophisticated, I am not well learnt, and I am surely not civilized. My…read moremother told me so before she dropped me off at the neighboring wolf families home, built of brick, of which where I was raised. I've since lost most of my wolf tendencies, or so I think. but my howl is still powerful when dusk turns to dawn. Now? I've cultivated a remarkable a diverse life for myself. I own a mule, his name is Pacchero. He's 800 lbs. I explore traditions through my mouth, my tongue, my esophagus. I try Georgian food on a Saturday at 3PM just because, why not? Hopefully Russ Westbrook and his Ninja Turtle buddies don't come fine me for the trademark steal. Oh well, I'm cultured (or so they say) and THEY can't stop me. Badageoni, in the Kisc, has a very nice interior. A bar, deep sea of tables and a nice overall darkish vibe. Right downtown, on a corner, where the greats are made. Little stick ball with Willie Mays, don't say no. Say hey, kid. I'm inexperienced in Georgian cuisine, and mildly unfamiliar but relatively familiar with their history and livelihood. I have a few Georgian acquaintances and friends. Good people. Princes, princesses from what I hear. And I recall hearing of Khinkali through these winding and never ending channels that seem to lead their way through or to me. Life. What a thing. So I got an order and some Ojakhuri as well. I feel spectacular just typing these Georgian words out. Who do I think I am? Anyways. The Ojakhuri was actually solid, tasteful BUT it seemed like something I'd rather make at home rather than order from a restaurant and that's my overall takeaway from my trip and is why I tossed 4 instead of 5 stars. However. I love dumplings. I love dumplings from every and from all cultures. I need a second go to confirm, but I believe (HOT TAKE ALERT) Khinkali are the superior form of dumpling on the planet. Yes, I did say that. I have some more ethnic dumplings to try but this has taken a big jump on the list to number 1. I've never been to Antarctica, who knows what type of dumplings the polar bears are hiding. And before you lose your minds on me, it's a joke. It is an ***** joke. I know Polar Bears aren't in Antarctica, do you think I'm that much of a bottom feeder? Geez you guys need to give me a break - take me with a grain of salt and sprinkle on some pepper. I needs to try the Adjaruli and maybe some Megruli but feel that's an in person endeavor. If you'd like to join me, you know the rules. Hit me in my DMs and pick a time. You probably won't know it's me when you see me but if you do... Keep your distance, I bark and I bite. That's how wolf mother raised me. Awooooooooooo!

I love to come here! The dishes are delicious, hospitality is great! We celebrated my mom's 80's…read moreBirthday which left all my guests speechless! The Georgian dishes imperuli khachapuri, khinkali, shish kabab, lamb stew, eggplant with walnuts and many others left us to want come here again and again! The great place to bring here the family and enjoy the Georgian cuisine! They have everything for every one, vegun, vegetarian or meat lovers! Thank you!

Very very delicious Georgian food at this cozy spot! Family run & owned, the food is homey,…read morefriendly and irresistably delicious! I am already very excited to head back for more khachipuri, pkhali & khinkali!!

Very few places in NYC become a place I visit regularly - there's so much food here after all…read more 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!

Good stuff. The food was a little strange. If you're gluten free your only option is a stew. The…read moreportions 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.

We wanted to try something new and had never had Georgian food before. Since we live in the area,…read morewe decided to walk in. We didn't have a reservation, and it was just the two of us. The hostess was accommodating, but the table available for us was between two other tables for two and felt very cramped. Since that was the only table available, we decided to sit at the bar instead. It turned out to be a great choice. Nicho was the bartender. He was extremely helpful. He guided us through some Georgian wine and beer selections and even introduced us to their pre-dinner shot of chacha. Since there were only two of us, we ordered three dishes: the Spring Salad with Georgian cheese, khinkali (beef and pork dumplings), and the Adjaruli khachapuri. All were incredibly flavorful and great choices for first-timers.

Food (3/5): The dishes are very nicely presented but could improve flavorwise. For example, the…read morechicken stew was a bit bland while the dumplings had way too much breading relative to the meat flavor. The cheeseboats that are similar to pizzas are good but also could use better flavoring and something was a bit off. Service (4/5): Overall very friendly and nice service. We had one issue whereby my friend ordered the cheeseboat with spinach but then they told us we didn't. Later on we saw the check and in fact spinach was in there on the check! Ambiance (5/5): Nice beautiful restaurant with solid amount of seating. Very upscale and sophisticated vibe.

best of the best place food delicious…read more atmosphere unreal Service excellence Very good location Highly recommended this place

Great food! Beautiful atmosphere! Warm hospitality! You feel like in Georgia! Absolutely recommend!…read moreGreat potatoes and lamb and chicken! Totally Love it!

Nestled at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, the country of Georgia is a land rich…read morein history, culture, and gastronomy, showcasing the bounty of the region's agricultural landscapes. Georgian cuisine has been attracting increased attention among chefs and food enthusiasts in the U.S. for a few years. Unfortunately, the number of truly authentic establishments is small, found mostly in larger cities that are home to sizable numbers of the Eastern European and Russian diaspora. Located on River Road in Fair Lawn, my partner, some of our Yelp friends Bea, Jose, Nehal, Wei, their daughter, and I were lucky to have this hidden gem so close to home without going into Gotham and decided on lunch today. A reservation was easily made via Google Assistant. Labelled after shotis puri, the name of a traditional Georgian bread baked in a clay oven similar to a tandoor, we were greeted upon entering as first-timers at Shoti Bread House. With a cozy, casual, and welcoming vibe, we were seated immediately by the window. Their menu features a variety of traditional dishes like Khachapuri, Lobiani, and Kubdari. The star of the show is the Adjaruli, a boat-shaped bread filled with gooey cheese, butter, and a poached egg, grilled to perfection. We opted for family style and decided on Meguli (pizza), Adjaruli (boat-shaped cheese bread), Khinkali (chicken and lamb dumplings), Tabaka (roast chicken), Chicken Shish Kebab, and Chakapuli (lamb stew). Our meal started out with the Shoti. Every dish was fresh, full of authentic flavor, and made with care for authentic food. The portion was healthy, which didn't leave room for dessert, and the prices were surprisingly affordable. Friendly staff made the experience even better, especially our server, Taylor. We look forward to going back soon!

Came with our parents on a weekday, our first time eating in, but parents had been before. Casual,…read moresmall place. Service was unfriendly and cold. When I finally got her attention for sour cream for my daughter's khinkali she said they ran out. Hard to believe. We brought a bottle of wine as parents said it was BYOB. Wrong. Turns out they just started serving a small selection of specialty wine, so now there was a corking fee - $30 added to the bill for each!! What!?! No sign or note on the menu. I would have put the bottle back in the car if I'd known. Didn't open the wine for us or offer an ice bucket, nothing, just added to the bill. Felt ripped-off and will never return.

I slip into Saperavi on a cool New York evening, the kind where the city hums a little softer and…read morethe glow of a wine bar feels like a small, necessary refuge. The moment I step inside, I'm wrapped in a warmth, an atmosphere shaped by deep tradition, generous hospitality, and the unmistakable soul of Georgian cooking. I take my seat at a wooden table, the kind that invites lingering, conversation, and slow enjoyment. A bottle of Georgian wine catches the light--Château Mukhrani, its pale gold shimmering in the glass. Georgian wine has a way of grounding me; maybe it's the knowledge that this is the birthplace of winemaking, a tradition stretching back over 8,000 years. Maybe it's the depth, the earthiness, the quiet confidence of a culture that has always known how to gather people around a table. Whatever it is, that first sip feels like a gentle invitation to settle deeper into the moment. What always strikes me about Georgian cuisine is how deeply it carries the imprint of history. As I take another sip, I'm reminded that Georgia has never been a quiet or isolated place--it has always been a crossroads. For centuries, the Silk Road cut straight through this small but mighty country, carrying spices, travelers, merchants, and ideas across continents. You can taste that legacy in every dish: the brightness of tarragon, the warmth of garlic, the unexpected notes of pomegranate, the way herbs and textures mingle with centuries of exchange. Even the wines feel touched by that lineage--qvevri buried in the earth, techniques passed down through generations, shaped by a culture that learned to welcome the world while fiercely protecting its own identity. The dishes arrive one by one, each carrying the soul of a country that cooks with memory. I start with the Georgian salad--simple, bright, and honest. It tastes like something made at home but elevated by the hands of someone who knows exactly how far to push tradition without losing its heart. Then the khachapuri, warm and fragrant, its molten cheese pulling apart in ribbons. It's comfort in its purest form, the kind of dish that makes conversation slow down and smiles linger. Khinkali follows--plump, pleated dumplings that feel almost ceremonial. I hold one by the top knot, take that first careful bite, and let the broth spill onto my tongue. It's savory, peppery, and deeply satisfying. Around me, the bar glows with red light, bottles lining the shelves like jewels. There's laughter somewhere behind me, the clink of glasses, the soft murmur of a place that knows how to host. As I taste my way through the menu--shkmeruli with its creamy garlic warmth, chakapuli bright with tarragon and white wine--I feel the rhythm of Georgian cooking: bold yet balanced, rustic yet refined. The restaurant doesn't try to reinvent Georgia--it simply brings it here, intact, generous, and alive. Saperavi isn't just a meal; it's a journey, a memory, a warm embrace.

Amazing Georgian resto! Came here on a late night for dinner and ordered beef kachapuri, adjaruli,…read morekupati, and chicken tabaka with garlic sauce. Thought the adjaruli was delicious! It was seasoned really well, done better than some other Georgian spots I've tried. The garlic sauce in the chicken tabaka was so so good and made the chicken more juicy. The mashed potatoes in the kupati were super cheesy, which was unexpected but I love cheese so all good. Overall, great hearty meal for the wintertime! Next time I'd want to try their lemonade.

Food and service was fantastic, the size and quality of the food is unmatched. Fair prices and…read morerelatively quick service. Extremely kind waitress and hostess. Overall 10/10 experience and would definitely come back again.

I stopped in for a weekday lunch in mid-May. The pork shawarma was deeply flavored and delicious!…read more My medium-sized sandwich was ample enough for two meals. The service was good, too. However, several tables next to mine contained litter from long-departed guests -- an unappealing look! -- and the bathroom was messy. All that said, I highly recommend trying the restaurant's wonderful food.

When you walk into this small, privately owned family restaurant, it takes you back to Europe. The…read moreowners are from the European country, Georgia, which used to be part of Russia. I went with 45 women from our development. When you walk into the restaurant, we were greeted warmly from the owner, Katie. Her mom does the cooking and she has a baker who gets there at 5:00 am to start making the breads. Many of their counter displayed - jarred items come directly from their home country. We started out with a savory, fresh salad of tomatoes, cucumbers and thinly sliced red onions. We were served, their classic cheese pie, Khink Ali, which is like a wonton, with 3 types of ground meat, eggplant, beef stew, chicken kabobs and a most delicious dessert. They make everything fresh for you. Nothing was prepared ahead of time. While we were there, Katie, had a video of her country and was explaining pieces of it. This was very intimate, since we took up the whole restaurant. While we were there, people did come in to purchase bread, which is what they are known for, along with other items to take out Well worth stopping in, look around and have a snack of something

Place was awesome, fantastic food. I only wish more people were with me to eat all this food. I…read morehave left overs for days. While you are there prepare to eat alot of food you never heard of.

My husband and I recently met my grandmother here for a casual lunch. Inside was warm, inviting and…read morewith the perfect amount of seating. The sandwiches here were light and delicious. The ingredients are such high quality that it felt like eating in Italy. You also can't skip out on getting some sweets. The biscotti were also perfect.

Farinolio is my go to, pick me up, treat yo'self cafe. I'm partial to the pastry with walnuts,…read moregrapes and rosemary but everything they make takes me back to Italy. The panini are balanced, all the bread is fresh and delicious, and all the desserts make me want to move to Italy. This review was made in connection with a Toast promotion