Chama Mama serves Georgian food that is down to earth, yet a very polished vibe. The dining room…read morehas high ceilings and big windows. On an unusually warm day in March, they set up the classy outdoor seating. I asked the server for recommendations - the menu is great for sharing and trying lots of different dishes, but I didn't want to overwhelm myself with too many calories. She was a gem and suggested: Eggplant Pkhali - I really love this vegan dip of eggplant, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander, pomegranate molasses, cilantro and pomegranate. It comes with fresh bread, that is crunchy outside and pillowy soft inside. It's perfection, refreshing, toothsome, and vegan! Khinkali - beef and pork soup dumplings were well folded, savory, and soupy on the inside. Red currant mocktails - pretty and refreshing! They also have an extensive wine, beer, and cocktail menu. I have also been here for lunch and had a number of other dips and salads and loved what I got. Chama Mama is great for a date or friends. I believe they will rent out the full restaurant for events. The vibe feels upscale yet simple, and everything is delicious. Prices are in the teens for appetizers and $30+ per entree. Recommend.

I've only had Georgian cuisine at a different restaurant in Hell's Kitchen, so was curious to try…read moreChama Mama. The menu sounded enticing and I'd recalled walking by previously and liking the aesthetic, so headed over for a late lunch one afternoon. At $29, the Taste of Georgia sounded grand--boasting an array of Georgian style veggies, smoked cheese and bread. In reality, it was a modest bowl packed with a scoop each of dip, two freshly baked fluffy rolls and a few shreds of smoked cheese. To my own fault, relying on limited experience with Georgian cuisine, I had somehow envisioned more of a cheeseboat as the bread and cheese surrounded by separate small dishes of vegetables (i.e. roasted beets, sautéed spinach, etc) so was a bit underwhelmed when a bowl with the likes of beet and spinach dips topped with two rolls arrived. While, I don't think the price reflects the dish, but rather is a reality of the current economy, the flavors were harmonious and I found the beet and mushroom to be the most enjoyable. Ordered the mushroom soup dumplings as well, which I found appropriately priced at $13. I appreciated that the server asked if I'd had them before then gave me a quick demo on how to eat them. It was a nice, hospitable touch. The dumplings were delicious with an incredibly thick dough, seasoned filling and cilantro heavy. I found them comforting (and sleep inducing). I ordered more bread for the remaining dip in the taste of Georgia. The second batch of bread was noticeably burnt, hard and not the fluffy, fresh kind I'd received with the initial dish. There was an additional $3 charge for this burnt batch which felt odd. All in all, I am still somewhat curious to try their other offerings and perhaps Georgian wine. But, if I do return it will be for the mushroom soup dumplings.

I don't usually write reviews, but I had to share how amazing the food was! Don't miss the Acharuli…read moreKhachapuri or the Shkmeruli both were so good. We were really glad we ordered them fresh last night and loved every bite. It's a small hole-in-the-wall spot. The moment we walked in, it felt like a truly authentic place. The owner was incredibly kind and honest, and the service was amazing. Definitely recommend checking it out! Also consider trying the pear soda if you like sparkling drinks. They're also under new ownership, and you can really tell there have been some great changes.

Arrived between the lunch and dinner time. A bit odd of a time to eat but honestly it was lovely…read morehaving the restaurant to ourselves. Built our meal around the memorable Acharuli Khachapuri. Do not skip this ! It's essentially a fresh bread filled with cheese and egg. Super delicious. We ate this with the chicken garlic dish The beet salad was perfect pairing with the rich foods and decadence. Ended with a Turkish coffee which was lovely. Definitely check out if in the area.

Georgian place in Brooklyn NY . Good food and very nice…read moreatmosphere Highly recommend this place

The place was okay overall, but the experience was disappointing. We had reserved a table, and when…read morewe arrived and said we were four people, the owner and staff looked at each other for some reason before finally seating us. The table we were given was in an uncomfortable spot near the passageway to the back. We asked if there was another table available on the other side, but the owner said no because all tables were reserved. However, when we were leaving, several tables were still available, which made the situation feel unfair. The service was slow, the food was just okay, and the owner did not come across as pleasant or welcoming. Overall, not the best experience.

I recently enjoyed a delicious and relaxing dinner with Georgian friends, enjoying many of my…read morefavorite Georgian staples - Imeruli Khatchapuri, lobiani, badrijani with walnuts, kebab, and beef & pork khinkali, paired with pear lemonade and Kisi wine (amber wine made in qvevri). The service here was outstanding, our waitress was personable and brought our food and drinks out quick. Everything we ordered came hot and delicious. As someone who spent a year in Georgia, I can attest the food here is the real deal. I can't wait to come back here again, and would highly recommend!

Dined in their lovely back space. It was still spacious even with all tables occupied. Ordered the…read moreChicken Stew and Adjaruli Khachapuri. The server stirred the cheese and butter in the Adjaruli Khachapuri for us. They used a mild cheese so for people who aren't big cheese fan - you might like this dish. A solid dish to start with. The Chicken Stew was also mildly seasoned. The sauce wasn't heavy. Overall, had a lovely dinner in a lovely space!

This is my 2nd time trying Georgian food and we ordered three cheeseboats and the lamb chakapuli…read moreentree. The cheeseboat is perfect for one person, but it can get a bit heavy from all the cheese. My favorite one was either the leek or chicken cheeseboat, the leek was so flavorful and shined in the cheeseboat. The lamb chakapuli entree was delicious but the lamb was tough to chew and was hard, the stew tho was good especially dipped with the bread. I would skip on this the next time I come. The apricot juice was amazing! It comes with fresh apricots and the drink wasn't too sweet. Service was good, the waiter checked up on us frequently and always came to refill our water.

After a little bit of a rut, I have hit the jackpot on several restaurants, and in case you have…read morenot been following, I have been on a trend of Georgian restaurants, with Georgian cuisine being one that is climbing higher and higher in my favorite cuisines, each time I try it. In the last few weeks, I have been to three Georgian restaurants, and this one may be the antithesis to everything I have tried up to this point. Because this restaurant is in Williamsburg, expect some hipster flair with some great food. Fortunately, Cheeseboat delivers on both fronts. This is the restaurant that introduced me to Khinkali, or Georgian soup dumplings. Six to a plate, these are outrageously, sinfully, delicious. Not terribly hot, but have terrific flavor that are not filling at all. Everybody should order these when they come here. The Shkmeruli is terrific as well. Full of flavor, amazing spice, the chicken is moist and juicy. I easily butchered this because I did not want to leave any meat on the bone. Unfortunately, the bread it comes with is a bit salty for my liking, but the chicken is the star, and that is why it can be recommended. Of course, you know what is coming next. I have been on the hunt for Khachapuri since I cannot get enough of this bread now. Everything I said previously I rescind (kidding), but seriously. This is dynamic. It is hot and stays hot. So much cheesy flavor and full of deliciousness I could not stop eating it. It is good for one person. This is not to be shared. I would like to take a moment to recognize my server, Liza, now. Pretty, exuberant, full of joy and confidence, with an intelligent aura around her, I think I fell in love with her each time she passed my table. Sonny from the film, "A Bronx Tale" once said every man meets three great women in their lifetime. Sometimes they come all once, sometimes they come around every 10 years. She is definitely someone who is going to make someone very happy one day. It was a joy to have her serve me. How often have I been giving out five star reviews lately? A lot, I know. However, you deserve the truth, and this restaurant does not tell a lie. Liza and all, this is the five star experience.

Their shawarma was sooo good($12) the service was a bit slow but it def worth it…read more We also tried Khachapri ($11.99) and chicken salad ($8.99 per lb)

This is one of my go-to spots in the area. The shawarma and khachapuri are delicious (and best…read moreenjoyed on the boardwalk a short walk away)!

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!

Delicious Georgian food. We came as a group and asked the waiter to recommend dishes to share…read more Everything recommended was delicious. We were able to try a little bit of everything, and it was overall delicious. The portions were a little smaller than I expected, but the food overall was delicious and we were very happy to try a bit of each dish and experience some delicious Georgian cuisine. The inside was full, and we had a reservation, but we had to wait 10ish minutes,s which wasn't too bad. I think my favorite was the fish; the texture was great, and the flavor was great. I also loved the cheese-filled pie. Who doesn't like cheese! Would definitely recommend if you're interested in trying some Georgian food or just some delicious food in general!

My first real stinker for a Georgian restaurant…read more Expensive, rather loud considering what this restaurant is, and rather mediocre food for what I got justifies a two star rating. The Khinkali here may be big, but they lack in substance and in style as they are presented lackluster and they lose their integrity fairly quickly. There is no resistance. The Khinkali here fall apart with one small nibble. Tasty, six to a plate, but I made a huge mess eating these when it should not have been. My new favorite bread, the Khachapuri, is a weak spot here. It pains me to say it, but it is. The bread seems underproofed and slightly underfilled. It creates an inconsistent taste pattern. One bite is all bread, the next is all cheese. I had to work this hard to get any harmonious flavor. It seems all the cheese is in one central location and did not spread. The Shkmeruli is the biggest letdown. The sauce it is cooked in has zero flavor despite it being very hot. Unfortunately the chicken is the same. The parts that are hit with the sauce are aggressively salty. The parts that are not are incredibly dry. I think the staff noted my mixed experience, as they did not thank me for my business after I thanked them before leaving. I will not be back.

Food is such great quality. Staff is very nice. It is homemade and fresh. Nice and calm atmosphere.read more

Food was not as I would of expected…read more Service was great But it's mostly a place for bread that's their specialty If you decide to try them order only their amazing breads w bread choices W cheeses or meat or beans Amazing Food is not great Dry chiken Soup too watery Salads are good too So know what you want to order Ask the waiter he will steer you in the right direction Also I don't do corn or vegetable oils They don't have olive oil Unfortunately for me it's not a great choice

This place is soooo cute! Came after bath house hungry and relaxed, and it turned out absolutely…read moresatisfying experience! The food is so fresh and delicious, I got my favorite lamb stew that was cooked in its best with different spices and herbs that made meat taste so delicious! Will definitely be back there for trying other dishes. And the deeps - oh my god, beets, spinach and eggplant- I loved this combination!

I haven't had much Georgian food before, but after this meal I'm absolutely a fan! I had a…read moredelicious dinner here catching up with friends, and I highly recommend coming with a few people to share dishes family-style. - Khachapuri - a must-order! The server will help mix the cheese boat, and the cheesy egg mixture becomes the perfect balance of rich and salty gooeyness. - Mkhali Trio - nice spread sampler that tastes exactly like the vegetables in the description. Sadly the dish only came with 3 tiny pieces of cornbread, and it would've been nice if they included more bread with it. - Beef & Pork Khinkali - huge dumplings, which reminded me a bit of soup dumplings. The tops were quite doughy (not sure if they're actually edible or meant to be eaten?), but the filling is juicy and tasty. - Chanakhi - a nicely spiced, warm, and bold lamb stew. There's also an extensive wine list and some fun Georgian sodas and lemonades to try from the drink menu. Overall had a nice dinner here and would love to return!

Came here on a Saturday with a group of 5. we were sat promptly. The table setting and the interior…read morewas very chic and modern. We got the Ubani salad, Adjaruli Khachapuri, the dumplings, lamb stew, and the honey cake to share. My friends also ordered Georgian lemonade both in grape and in tarragon flavors. The salad was refreshing with a massive barrata. The khachapuri was so good. The staff mixed it for us and taught us how to eat it. The cheese and the spinach filling was flavorful but not greasy or dense. The lamb stew was also delicious. The dumplings are fun to eat - they're like massive soup dumplings with a handle to grab onto. The honey cake is a must try! It's dense, chewy yet crunchy. It's also not super sweet. Overall it's an amazing experience exploring this new cuisine and would love to come back.