Artur S.
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On the plus side, the place is quite clean by New York standards, which is always appreciated. It’s spacious and filled with tables — though surprisingly, there is no table service. You have to order and pick up your food yourself, yet tips are still added to the check automatically, which felt a bit odd.
One inconvenience was that the prices listed on the menu did not match what we were actually charged. The cashier did mention that prices may vary, but it makes it hard to estimate the bill when ordering.
As lovers of Georgian cuisine, we were both curious and critical.
The kharcho was flavorful and rich — definitely a win for those who like bold and spicy dishes. However, it might be too spicy for some.
The khachapuri was quite disappointing. The dough was unevenly baked, the filling tasted like plain bryndza, and we could barely find cheese — a key ingredient for authentic taste. The cheese portion overall was very small.
The eggplant rolls were decent — nothing extraordinary, but pleasant.
As for the khinkali, the shape and dough were good, but the meat filling was extremely salty, which overpowered the flavor.
In summary: if you're not too familiar with Georgian food, this might be a satisfying stop. But for those who know and love authentic Caucasian cuisine, the experience may fall short.