The food was good, very authentic and good quality Service…read morewas very nice. They went above and beyond. It was very clean and big space for NYC Love the food and the dessert

This was my first time trying Georgian food and it did not disappoint! The place was pretty vibey…read moreand the service was good where they explained the dishes pretty well! We tried a few different vegetarian options (which they had quite a few of) and liked everything! We first tried the Pkhali with bread and oh my gosh, that was the best dish I tried all week! We loved all the different flavors and scooped the dish clean. We then tried the Adjaruli Aragvi and we liked the avocado on top. My recommendation is to eat it as soon as it comes out because we waited a bit too long and the cheese was not as warm anymore, still good though! We also tried the mushroom Khinkali which we liked the filling for as well. The Pkhali was definitely the star of the show and would highly recommend getting it!

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!

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.

Quick and friendly service, great food, relaxing atmosphere. Lots of options to choose from on the…read moremenu - including original Georgian wines. Definitely coming back.

Decent food, not great service!…read more Food: we ordered the Khachapuri and the chicken adani. The Khachapuri was pretty solid and what you would expect (nothing special compared to other places). I was not a fan of the spices on the chicken so it was not my favorite. We also got the dips for appetizer. The corn bread that it came with was very hard and not flavorful. The Gebzhalia was very good, and I would order it again. Service: the service was pretty bad. So they did not explain any of the dishes when they came and they gave us the wrong dishes (which is hard to tell, when we didn't know what to expect). They also rushed so much with trying to get us to order immediately. They also were not helpful with the wine selection. There was an error with the menu but they didn't help us understand the issue. It was all really strange. They also didn't explain that they were going to serve the apps with our main dishes so we were all confused and they forgot a dish. Ambience: very loud! It got so crowded and loud. Price: expensive for what it is! I didn't understand how some dishes looked so much larger than others

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.

One of the better niche restaurants on the UWS . Very cosy…read moreplace with fantastic service . Excellent food , the trout was fantastic and obviously the Georgian staples . You want to try their very unique and delicious grape pudding . Highly recommended!!!

I love bringing people here, whether it's to introduce them to Georgian food, for a special…read moreoccasion like Mother's Day or taking out-of-towners to -- they're always impressed. A few must orders: cheese boat (ask them to mix it for you!!!) and mushroom soup dumplings. Every time! The entree portions are nice, I had the egg and spinach sandwich for the first time with crispy potatoes, which were excellent. It was packed with spinach with pomegranate seeds for some juice. Everything just looks and tastes like it was made with love. Another new thing I tried is the eggplant phkali, which was smoky and full of flavor. Be sure to get a side of the warm bread for this. Also, they make excellent masala chai! For Mother's Day, they had a nice gift for my partner's mother, which was a nice touch. They're also running a contest to win a trip to Georgia!?

went here with my friends on a monday night and there was no wait!…read more burrata salad was great. loved the dumplings and the sauce that went with it. the cheeseboats were such comfort food -- loved the honeycomb brie one!

Food is excellent but HEAVY. This is a great place to come…read morewith a group and try stuff. As a solo? The blinchiki khorchit, crepe with meat, that's pan fried was fresh made. Burnt butter or oil is not my fave, for smell or taste. They were a bit over seared in the pan. Without some mtsnili, pickled or brined veggies, something more acidic or probiotic, like pickled cabbage, fermented cucumbers, pickled green tomatoes, Jonjoli, or even Garlic, peppers, or wild herbs in vinegar,as a contrast on the plate? The dish became monotonous, heavy, and uninteresting, after a few bites. The Kazbegi Lager is very popular in Georgia, and it helped a bit, but it's not a particularly remarkable beer. Harmony and balance makes great food better. People come for the cheeseboats, the restaurant namesake, and khinkali, the classic soup dumplings. Most of the menu is meant to be shared. Perhaps best to return with 4-5 other people to properly experience it. Service was pleasant, and prompt. Waiter should probably ask if you want to take extra home. There's a lightly methane odor that is unfortunately second nature to old buildings in Hell's Kitchen. Doesn't help the food's appeal much either.

Saperavi was a great place to walk in, get seated immediately, and enjoy a relaxed and delicious…read moremeal! The khinkali was especially delicious. Will definitely be back!

Love the ambiance, super easy location to get to. I really loved their eggplant salad, definitely…read moremy favorite. The khachapuri was delicious, but it was pretty heavy. Great if you have a larger group and want to share. The khinkali was also super fragrant and juicy.