Khinkali House

Khinkali House in Glendale is a rare opportunity for truly delicious food 😄 Yes, it's a little pricey, but after the first bite, any questions about the prices disappear. The service is excellent—fast, polite, and with a smile. My personal favorite is the fried lamb khinkali. It's not just a dish, it's fantastic 🔥 Another plus is the warm and beautiful girls who greet and see guests off, making you feel like you're not just here for a meal, but in a good mood. A place you'll want to return to... and again and again!

Unfortunately, our experience at this Georgian restaurant was very disappointing overall. Right when entering the dining area, there was an unpleasant smell that seemed to be coming from the kitchen. The chicken soup we ordered for our child was overly salty, the rice in it was undercooked, and the broth didn’t taste fresh. The khinkali filling had such a strong garlic smell and taste that it completely overpowered everything else. The only highlight was the khachapuri — it was actually delicious. However, the worst impression came from the restroom. It was honestly the dirtiest restaurant bathroom I’ve ever seen. A rusty trash bin and toilet paper holder looked very unkempt, but what shocked me most was the extremely dirty plumbing fixtures. It felt like they hadn’t been properly cleaned for weeks, if not longer. Seeing this level of hygiene in the restroom makes me worried about the cleanliness of the kitchen. It’s hard to understand how management allows this. Overall, a very unpleasant experience — sadly, I can’t recommend this place.

Had to go to Glendale to take a civil-service exam, so I took advantage of the opportunity to try some authentic cooking from the Eurasian country of Georgia, which borders Turkey and Armenia. Got take-out: the megrelsky (similar to cheese pizza, perfectly cooked and wonderfully seasoned) one boiled lamb khinkali (dumpling) one fried ground-beef khinkali. All delicious, oil didn’t feel too heavy or too light; just the right amount of salt and seasoning. The lamb was just about perfect — tender, juicy, and flavorful, enveloped in savory broth. The fried dumpling was done just enough, and ground beef has never tasted so delicious 😋 $31.95 with tax. Staff is a mix of Georgians, Russians and Ukrainians, and their language sounds beautiful. It’s been said that war was invented so Americans could learn geography, and I hope the same will be said of LA-area restaurants 🙏🏻 If I lived nearby, I’d treat myself monthly.

We had a great experience at this restaurant. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the food was absolutely delicious. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. The service truly elevated our visit. Our waiter was incredibly knowledgeable about the dishes, especially the khinkali, and shared so much interesting information about Georgian cuisine that we actually thought she was Georgian! It turned out she was Armenian, which made her deep knowledge and passion even more impressive. She was attentive and genuinely cared that we enjoyed every dish we ordered, making sure everything met our expectations. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic flavors and excellent service.

Get the dumplings! I mean, it's in the name of the place! Trust me, you won't regret it! Got their Zhengyalov Hatz, but compared to another place I've been to, it's not bad, BUT the herbal flavors weren't as strong as what I've tried elsewhere. Still not bad though! I'd still come back and try their other dishes!

Khinkali House in Glendale is amazing! Authentic Georgian food with bold, comforting flavors. The khinkali were juicy and perfectly seasoned, and everything we tried tasted fresh and homemade. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Staff were friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend if you want to try something unique and delicious!

The OG Soup Dumpling: Why Khinkali House is Glendale’s Best Kept Secret Let’s get one thing straight: if you think the "soup dumpling" started with a two-hour wait outside a Din Tai Fung, you’re about 600 years late to the party. While the culinary world is currently obsessed with the delicate, bite-sized Xiao Long Bao—which didn't even show up until the 1870s in Shanghai—the Georgians have been perfecting this craft since the 13th-century Mongol invasions. Khinkali is the OG. It’s the rugged, fist-sized ancestor that doesn't need a bamboo steamer basket or a nervous touch. It’s a meal that requires soul, a bit of primitive technique, and a complete disregard for your clean shirt. Tucked away on Artsakh Avenue, Khinkali House is where you go to pay your respects to this ancient culinary titan. Atmosphere & The Opening Act I dropped in on a rare, miserable rainy day in Glendale. Sitting out in their roomy, covered patio while the water drummed against the roof was pure atmospheric gold—the kind of setting that demands heavy, unapologetic comfort food. The service is sharp, warm, and attentive. Before tackling the massive dumplings, you must prepare the palate. I started with their Borscht. It arrived as a deep, vibrant crimson pool of beet-infused soul, swimming with tender beef, cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. Earthy, slightly sweet, and served at a temperature that could ward off any chill. It tells you immediately that this kitchen honors its bloodline. The Main Event: The Four Pillars of Khinkali Unlike thin-skinned Xiao Long Bao, Khinkali is built for battle. It’s a massive, boiled parcel with thick, satisfyingly chewy dough gathered at the top into a "handle" (the kudi). You don’t eat the handle—you use it to hoist the beast, bite a hole in the side, aggressively slurp out the liquid gold trapped inside, and devour the rest. I worked my way through all four flavors: Ground Beef & Pork: The classic heavyweight. The moment you pierce the dough, a rich, heavily spiced, savory broth floods your spoon. The meat is fatty in all the right ways and laced with herbs. Lamb: A masterclass in bold, unapologetic flavor. The lamb adds a deeply gamey, sophisticated depth. As it boils, the rendered fat mixes with the internal liquids to create a darker, earthier, and aggressively flavorful broth. Mushroom: Often treated as an afterthought elsewhere, here it hits you with a massive wave of umami. The mushrooms produce a fragrant, woodsy liqueur that proves you don't need meat to create a complex masterpiece. Georgian Cheese (The Undisputed Champion): My absolute favorite. An exercise in pure, primal decadence. Biting into this unleashes a molten, gooey river of tangy, salty Georgian cheese. It pulls, it stretches, and the sharp bite against the warm dough is a spiritual experience. The Verdict The only tragedy here is that the dumplings are so filling, you have to leave the rest of the menu unexplored. I am already plotting my return for the Adjarskiy Khachapuri (the famous Georgian cheese boat), the Zhengyalov Hatz, and the wildly intriguing Osetrina (Sturgeon) Skewer. Xiao Long Bao is great for a polite, light lunch, but Khinkali is for when you want to feel something real. Khinkali House brings a 13th-century mountain staple to a Glendale patio and makes it feel essential. Grab a handle, watch the rain, and eat like a Georgian highlander. You can thank me later.

Fantastic dinner, we had a religious experience with the beef khinkali Georgian dumplings, we tried both fried and boiled dumplings with all the fillings, and the staff were very kind and taught us the proper way to eat them without making a mess. Highly recommend the boiled beef and fried cheese with some Georgian wine and cake, ptchye moloko.

Being new to this city, I was curious if there was any Georgian cuisine around. Found this restaurant through Google, and it didn't disappoint! The khinkali were absolutely authentic and delicious. The staff was super friendly, and the service was excellent. Highly recommend--definitely worth trying!

Just left this place . We're in LA with visiting and want to try some Georgian food. Googled this place by reviews. First there was zero ppl to welcome us when we came and waiter who was near just told us to sit where we wanted. After 10 min waiting our waiter finally showed up. Khinkali were not bad . But kids didn't like it so we ordered pelmeni. Also were bbq in order :pork (nobody told us it will not be clear meat,it were bid bones and nobody eat them ),chicken breast(was not juicy and not tasty) and beef (this was really tasty and soft). Waiter just forget about us and that we added pelmeni to our order bc when we asked to bring them since it very long waiting ,she run to kitchen and when came back said they are off. Seriously ? Waiting 20 minutes to hear that you don't have them ? This is not Georgian hospitality Not recommended this place

My husband and I recently visited Khinkali House after hearing good things about their khinkali. Overall, our experience was enjoyable, with some standout moments. We started our meal with a pickled vegetable medley that included pickles, cabbage, green tomato, cauliflower, and carrots. Unfortunately, the dish was too salty for my taste, so it wasn't a favorite of mine. Next, we tried the Khachapuri, a traditional Georgian cheese bread. It was our first time trying it, and we were impressed. The dough was soft and perfectly baked, with a generous amount of flavorful cheese inside - a delicious start to our meal. Finally, we moved on to the main event: khinkali. We decided to try both boiled and fried versions. My husband preferred the boiled khinkali, while I found the fried version to have a better taste. The meat filling was tasty, and the broth inside each dumpling was flavorful. One thing to note: the waiter asked if we wanted sour cream or butter with our khinkali, and we decided to try both. However, we were surprised to find that these were extra charges on our bill, which wasn't mentioned on the menu. While I didn't mind paying for the sour cream, I mentioned that we didn't touch the butter, and the waiter kindly removed it from our bill. She was very attentive throughout our meal, checking in on us several times to make sure we were satisfied. To finish, I ordered an Armenian coffee, which was quite nice, though nothing extraordinary. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating, and while we chose to sit inside, the outdoor area looked inviting, especially for an evening visit. Overall, we enjoyed our time here and are considering trying their pelmeni on our next visit.

Came here with my gf on a Monday night --thought we'd give it a try since we pass by this place often. While the food was quite good and the restaurant itself was clean, the service left something to be desired. After our initial order, it seemed like the waitress forgot about us since l had asked for some ice water and l had to call over a different waiter to get some. Our orders of beef and salmon skewers took quite some time to come out, not sure why. The Khinkalis were delicious --my gf liked the mushroom and l really liked the cheese one. The bill took some time to get to us, but l know some of that might have been because l decided to add on to my order. Still, it always felt like l was waiting on someone or something which was quite irritating. Had these issues not been present, this would have been an easy 4 or 5 star rating. Still better than Castaway but l think it will be awhile before l consider coming back here unfortunately.

Dinner night with the family here. I tried their zhyangalov hats, cheese khinkali (fried), and mushroom khinkali (boiled), and we got a Mediterranean salad to share. Salad was good; refreshing and not over salted/seasoned. The zhyangalov hats was ok; I ordered it only because they were sold out on the khachapouri (which I def want to try next time). I thought there was more bread than greens (personal preference). The khinkali were great though. Fried cheese is the only way to go for the cheese and was an excellent pair to the boiled mushroom. Mushroom was deliciously juicy and very well seasoned (almost a little bit too much salt but the dumpling dough adjusted for it). The cheese was excellent. It was pretty busy on a Saturday night, with very few open tables and a bit loud/rowdy. Our waitress was really kind and patient the whole evening. Food came out reasonably paced (the khinkali was the slowest component). Def would come again. I'd do a redo of the khinkali and hopefully try the khachapouri next time.

Last week, my wife and I decided to try something new and visited an Armenian restaurant for the first time. We were so impressed that I felt like I had to leave a review. First off, the staff was wonderful, especially our server Anastacia. She was very attentive, helpful, and gave us great recommendations on the best dishes on the menu. We tried the borscht, and it was hands down the best soup I've ever had. We also had khinkali--both fried with cheese and boiled with meat. The fried ones with cheese were especially good--the cheese was melted, and it was just delicious. And the lamb chops were also great, though the portion could be a bit bigger. It would be nice if they added some salad greens on the side too, though the potatoes served with it were a nice touch.The food here is so different from what we usually have. We also ordered some Georgian wine, though, to be honest, I didn't catch the name, but we really enjoyed it. For dessert, we had Napoleon. We were already full, but it was so wonderful that we finished it and even ordered another one to take home. It would be awesome to bring friends here next time.

Ive been a regular here since they've opened and I absolutely love this place. If you want khinkali, this is the absolute best place to go to. I have a lot of favorites across the menu, but my top orders are: - fried beef khinakli - boiled beef khinkali - cheese khachapuri - ich salad Their meat and fish skewer selections are also delicious and great quality. Most people are a fan of their dessert, but if I'm honest, that's the one thing I do not order here, I have not been a fan of their cakes. This place is great for large and small parties, wonderful to come to on a nice day to sit outside, and also kid friendly menu items. Service and ambience are great, very laid back and casual. I highly recommend trying this place if you haven't already. They have a parking garage in the same building, very close by.

The food here was sooooo salty. From the appetizer chickpeas to the dumplings I felt like I had to keep drinking water to cleanse my palate. The beef boiled dumplings were the biggest culprit! however, the service and the ambiance was nice. The cheese bread was the star of the show. I only got a partial picture cuz we ate it so fast and I saved a small piece for someone at home. I got the cheese bread and 3 dumplings and my total + tax and tip was $30! Glad to have tried this place but kinda sad. I really wanted to like the dumplings, the place has such nice decor and the dumpling branding it has made me hyped up and then disappointed...

Would've gave this a 5 star rating, but knocked off a star due to the high prices for a small portion of food. It was my first time trying Georgian food and wow was I impressed with the dumplings! I'm lactose intolerant so wasn't able to try the cheese khinkali, but the FRIED BEEF, truly delicious! We also got the boiled one, but the fried one had different textures with the crunchy skin and juicy inside (almost like a soup dumpling!) The chicken breast skewer was also so tender and flavorful. We made mini wraps with the veggies too. For appetizer we got the dolma which was also delicious, but not a must have. Servers were quick and nice and it's overall it has a nice mom and pop store vibe. Because of the higher prices, would recommend Khinkali house as more of a nicer dinner option. For 3 people after ordering so much food, we weren't full. There's are paid parking lots nearby.

The chicken soup was great! We also tried the dumplings. I had the beef boiled and the cheese fried. Both good, but the cheese was better. I didn't try the mushroom one because a person in our party said it was heavy on dill. For me the highlight was the cheese bread! Delish!!!! Nice place and service was great.

March 2023 Khinkali House: After an art event & shopping in Glendale, my friend & I decided upon Khinkali House, as it was by the mall. He had also once enjoyed their dumplings & I wanted to give the dumplings a try, amongst other dishes! Beautiful restaurant, loved the ambiance! Mushroom Dumplings: Tasty, favorite dish! Georgian Cheese Dumplings: Not into the flavor or consistency. Vegetable Skewer w/Okra: Bland. Sturgeon Osetrina Skewer: Extremely Salty. Customer Service: Wildly friendly & attentive! Super friendly hostess from the moment we walked in, she was all smiles & personality plus, as well as wonderful servers! Overall: Loved the ambiance, enjoyed the mushroom dumplings & friendliness while dining! It's always nice to try a new restaurant. Unfortunately, we left plenty of food on the table, but happily went to another restaurant on the way home!

I was shopping at the americana mall and got hungry. I searched for good restaurants in the area, and found this place which is only a 5 minute walk. We walked in, and were seated immediately. There were only a couple of tables seated, so we got taken care of immediately. A couple of their items were not gluten free, but I found plenty of other options. The waitress was knowledgeable and double check with the kitchen to be sure. First, they bring you a bowl of chickpeas which are a nice little snack. I started with the mediterranean salad. It was a good size to share. It's pretty light and healthy. I mixed it with the chickpeas. Then I ordered 3 items from the skewers section. The lamb chops were nice and juicy but a bit small. The chicken breasts skewer was really good and full of flavor. The beef skewer was just ok, not bad but not amazing either. We ended the meal with armenian coffee, which is very strong and exactly what I needed to finish my day. Overall their meats are decent. I recognize that their best m dishes probably are khinkalis and pelmenis, which I cannot eat due to their gluten content. But you still have good options to go with.

Food. Service. Tips included. Not sure if anything was good. Well hopefully not coming back

If you're looking for a foodie experience to impress your dates, here is a hidden gem for you. Beautiful atmosphere along with amazing food and great service. If you have a love for dumplings, this is something unique and different to try. We started with their famous charcuterie board. And they had this delicious bread stuff with cheese and our favorite is definitely boiled khinkali with beef

Was so excited to try this place, as we'd gone to their original Yerevan, Armenia location. The menu is just the same! We ordered the khachapuri, mushroom and beef/pork khinkalis (half were fried and half were steamed), the pelmeni, and beef and chicken skewers.We also ordered some Cornelian cherry compote juice. All the food was delicious and well prepared. Brought back good memories.

The location of the cafe is questionable. It's a little hard to find. The food is very tasty. I had the least questions about the food. I had khachapuri, 5 khinkals and tea with mint. It came out $87 for two people. Service - the guys are good, but it feels as if each person is very tired and frozen.

While eating my food in found ladybug in the meat. It was the worst experience I've ever had.

Everything was great! And the armenian girl who served us was very helpful and kind!

Love khinkali house we dine once every week here , just got out and it's was a good experience as always.Food is delicious, my personal favorites are fried cheese khinkali and spas , excellent service nice atmosphere will be back next week

Everything was too salty. Ambience is nice. Staff were friendly. Food was nothing special.

Khachapurri; Khinkali & Pidmani Pretty simple Georgian food It's the simple things sometimes that make things great... The Cheese bread or Khachapuri was a different take on fried bread stuffed with cheese... the cheese has some herbal flavor which is a change of pace... love it The Khinkali steamed Beef dumpling was my fave... get three all steamed They also fry them and they recommend the mushroom and cheese fried... good too The Pidmani again steamed was amazing ... lather them in butter and sour cream if they're steamed... or fried... The Armenian lemonades came in a bottle and are imported; we got the pear and tarragon Sweet and bubbly goodness... Gonna have to come back and try the meats next time... Dinner for two was about $80

Best food in the world loved the dumbing and the hachapuri. If I could I would go there every day! My family loves it even more then me. It's the service is fast and the workers are so nice they speak lots of languages and can easily assist you.

I tried this place just last week on the recommendation of a Lyft driver who was raving on and on about this place. The food was delicious and had flavor profiles that I haven't experienced before. I started off the meal with Khachapuri - Georgian Cheese bread. This was cheese wrapped in a very light dough then baked. Very delicious! I then ordered a variety of small items to sample, the server recommended Khinkali - Georgian Dumpling filled with ground beef & pork, but I also ordered a cheese one and a mushroom filled one. I also tried two meat Skewers: Lamb Chops & Tiger Shrimp. All delicious! I finished off the meal with a slice of House Special Honey Cake covered with fresh berries. The service was great and I found the place to have a nice relaxing atmosphere to escape the chaos of the city in a little side alley.

Offoce Maneger never call back for refund he promesed its all lye , cherge me two times tip with out of telling me 4 people check my recept thay put 6 people for adding more tips

Of course! Here's a more enriched revThis Georgian and Armenian restaurant exceeded all my expectations! Every visit here is a true celebration of flavors and aromas. The menu is abundant with a variety of dishes, each unique and incredibly delicious in its own way. I highly recommend trying the signature Georgian khinkali--they simply melt in your mouth! The service is top-notch: the staff is always attentive and friendly. Special thanks to the amazing waitress Anya, who made our evening unforgettable. Without a doubt, 10 out of 10!

Came here with friends to try a new cuisine. Curious to see there were tons of dumplings in the various shapes and sizes of a chef's hat. Novelty aside, I did not find the flavors compelling. I tend to prefer strong flavored foods but the flavors here were mild. Also the prevalence of wheat in most of the dishes did not bode well with me. I had a bit of a food coma due to the high gluten and carbohydrate content. Overall it was an interesting cultural evening.

Amazing food and ambiance. If you want authentic Armenian or Georgian food you have to try this place. Khingali is the best in town and so is the kebab. You can't go wrong with any orders here.

Most delicious Khinkali! I would also recommend the cheese byorek. You mouth will not regret this tasty adventure.

Nice place. Good food. Classic khinkali was great. Also liked the napoleon. Recommended. The service is good.

Food is delicious, sometimes its super busy there so you better reserve it ahead of time , They have bar and good variety of food

Amazing place and delicious Georgian cuisine, love this place, people who work there provide quality service. Recommend to everyone who what to try something new.

Came here for lunch with my coworkers and I absolutely loved it! The staff did a fantastic job at servicing 10 people and giving menu recommendations. We ate family style and got to try out tons of menu items! I tried the mediterranean salad, ICH salad, kachapuri, seasoned fries, fried mushroom khinkali, boiled mushroom khinkali, fried cheese khinkali, and potato skewer. Everything was so tasty and filling!! My favorites were the fried cheese khinkali and boiled mushroom khinkali. Both of the salads were also to die for but I liked the mediterranean one better. My meat eater companions (I'm vegetarian) had a resounding approval for all of their food items as well! Their system for differentiating dumplings was also super clever! Some will either have waves or a flat top to ensure you know which dumpling you're getting. The staff was extremely friendly and made sure we understood the menu and had everything we needed from enough food to drinks. They had a wonderful indoor/outdoor area with a covered cabana. They also have overhead heat lamps for the colder months. Great spot!

The food was terrible, the service was awful, and instead of adjika, they just served tomato sauce. The portions were very small; the lamb dish had only two pieces of meat, just so you know. The satsivi was just horrible, and the chicken with cream and walnuts had nothing to do with the traditional Armenian dish. I paid a bill of over $600, but neither my son, whose birthday it was that day, nor I were even allowed to place an order. They silently took the menu and only accepted the order from our guest, who happened to be of their nationality. My child's birthday was ruined! He's still upset! Check your bills carefully! Never visit this place if you don't want to ruin your celebration and mood!

We love coming here for some good khinkali. To be honest with you, we have tried quite a few khinkalis in Georgia (the country! and the birthplace of khinkali) and these come pretty close to the best ones we've had. So they ARE authentic and very delicious! We prefer the boiled kind with beef - this is the original way to eat those - with the cucumber/tomato salad. The sour cherry compot is great with it as well as the bottle of red Kindzmarauli. If you wanted to venture into the fried ones, then I recommend the one with mushrooms. There is quite a few other things on the menu, but we stick to these classics when we go. You definitely want to try!

I was happy to try my first ever Georgian dumplings here! Before I went, I did some research on how to eat the dumplings. I wanted to make sure that I was eating them correctly. I really enjoyed the fried dumplings and the honey cake. Though the regular dumplings were also good. I was part of a large group, for a birthday. The staff were very kind and extremely accommodating. I would definitely like to visit again.

The cuisine of the Caucasus region is one that most Americans would just write-off as Armenian, or maybe even simply Middle Eastern (which it is definitely NOT). This area is Europe. Eastern Europe Yes, but Europe nonetheless. Europe goes all the way to the Ural Mountains - and Georgia is still west of them. But there is more to it than that. When the Asiatic Mongols smashed into the region between the Black and the Caspian Seas, the people of the Caucasus fled into the mountains and became partisans, which left this region "too difficult to take". So there is a huge originality in the cuisine. Sure, they have the Asian influenced steamed dumplings, but they also have dishes that are similar to Russian, Arab, Greek, and Roman foods. My favorite dish is the big meaty dumplings that you can't eat the stem of. This place is well worth a try - even just in an anthropological way.

It's one of the best khinkali I ever tried in the US. They reminded me of my childhood when my grandmother cooked them... Very fresh and tasty!!! Waiters are very polite and helpful with food choices. Especially I want to mention Anna, she was very nice, very familiar with the menu and all ingredients. We will definitely come back next time we will be in the area. Thank you, Anna!

Their pickled vegetable medley is SOUR. This is coming from someone who practically drinks vinegar. Just a heads up. Tastes good though. Their mushroom khinkali isn't bad, but it wasn't the best khinkali I've had. It's also too expensive, seriously. Almost four dollars for a single dumpling? I know they aren't equivalent, but I can buy a bag of like, 50 Chinese dumplings for less than twenty bucks. I like how they offer a mushroom filling, though. Their dolma is also a bit overly sour. Lastly, the quinoa apple salad is delicious. Each bite was super fresh and light, I loved it.

I'd been meaning to stop by this spot for a while now and finally got around to it! Interior is very clean and spacious- there was lots of room to sit and nice music choices as well We started off with the Khachapuri which was warm and toasty, the cheese inside oozed onto the plate and was very delicious I also got the cheese and mushroom khinkalis (fried and boiled) and both were to par! The boiled khinkali resembles a soup dumpling and both types tasted great with sour cream For dessert, we tried the special honey cake and mikado which were both just sweet enough! I will warn my fellow foodies with a weaker stomach- go easy on the Georgian cheese!! It is delicious but I had a stomachache for a day or 2 after because I had too much Overall a great place to try Georgian cuisine for the first time

My friend had us visit this restaurant that she often comes to when she is the area. We had her order for us what she thought we would like. She order a variety of plates for us. We had the bread basket with Puri and Lavash, cheese plate with a variety of cheeses and veggies. A plate of dolmas, plate of different beef and chicken skewers, Mediterranean salad and of course a variety of Khinkali. It was nice to have such a variety to have. We got to have a little bit of everything and it was all delicious. The staff was friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. I love that they serve Mexican Coke and bring the bottle to the table. Sure takes of having to worry for a refill. It was very different than other Mediterranean restaurants that I have been to and I enjoyed it very much.

Kinkaly and spas were very good desert also perfect! But I can't say the same about barbecue pork. Service excellent and extremely friendly

Food is great, service is fast and attentive. Ambiance is authentic. My favorite are khinkali with meat from 4-6 per person, you will love it. Try their appetizers also.

If I had ordered the only Khinkali Ground Beef, it would have been 5 stars Khinkali were delicious. But we have ordered also Khachapuri and Lamb Chops. Guys, almost fell down laughing from the size of the portions. I have never seen such small dishes anywhere before. Please find the photos attached to compare. Even more, Khachapuri was burned down and the cheese inside was extra sour. Chops were so small that we're not even able to understand the taste. Service was good. Ambiance is unremarkable.

Loved the food. I preferred the pelmeni to the Khinkali. Service was okay. We came with a group of 15, had to find the server to get water or order more food. But overall I was happy

This is a restaurant that serves Russian/Armenian/Georgia recipe entree's, most notiably the Khinkali (Dumplings) Food is meidocre at best. My friend got Basturma, Sujuk, Meat Khinkali and I had the Mushroom Khinkali, Cheese plate and my life didn't change at all. Not even 5% for the better. I get it; Russian restaurant so You hire beautiful Russian waitresses and hostesses, fine. I'm sure the men enjoy the eye candy. I will even give you a pass for the OBNOXIOUS 2007 Lady Gaga music BLASTING in my ear like Im at Cheetahs strip call during last call. However, as a feminist, make sure to EDUCATE your 'beautiful' female staff so they know if a soup is vegetarian or not. EDUCATE your staff to be able to have the most basic conversation considering this restaurant is located in Glendale and we dont all know Russian. I felt awful trying to use sign language and dumbed down English to ask for the most simple anwers, such as "do you suggest a dipping sauce for the Khinkali"? "Does your mushroom soup have meat in it?" I felt like I was being demeaning and she indeed felt uncomfortable sheepishly walking away after not being able to answer the most basic menu questions. My anxiety was a 10. Not coming back sorry! But good luck! Pretty chandeliers though!

Admittedly, we stumbled upon this restaurant, not really knowing much about the cuisine. We asked the waitress to recommend several items including each of the khinkalis, boiled and fried. It might just be the style of the food, but it was pretty bland and not very interesting. I think the thing that made it 3 stars for me was the extremely slow, inattentive service and the price point for the portions you got. I felt like I spent 3x more than I would have liked and was still hungry.

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Armenian/ Georgian/ Eastern European food restaurant that from what I know, is known for their dumplings (the khinkali). I've been here a few times now and love the place. It's located in kind of an 'off street' in Glendale. I had just a little trouble finding it the first time I went. Really close to the King Taco there. Now, I don't know too much about the cuisine of this area of the world, so the kind young lady behind the bar was super help on this past visit. I do love the universal language of dumplings, so I feel loving the food here comes naturally. On my most recent visit, I came here with one of my good buddies (so there was only two of us). We ordered the khachapuri, some khinkali (boiled and fried), and some pelmeni. We got a side of sour cream for the khinkali and pelmeni. The khachapuri came out hot and crispy. As soon as you cut into it, you soon discovered the delicious gooey middle. The khinkali- we got the beef and mushroom both boiled and ordered the cheese fried (I wanted the crispy outside and gooey middle; I'm a fan of the textures) The pelmeni is pretty much like pierogi of a different name. These were like delicious oversized raviolis and tasted delicious with the sour cream. Would definitely go back

I had been wanting to try this place for about a year and finally brought myself on a date to do so. I love it's almost hidden area, it really makes you feel like you've unlocked something special. I ordered the mushroom and cheese Khinkhali. Very delicious! I was not expecting the cheese to be that good! The salmon skewers were grilled to perfection although I will say one of the four pieces isn't taste as fresh as the others but it's forgivable. I was also given a small bowl of salty chickpeas to start. I wasn't sure what to do with them but I will say they were a fun thing to munch on and mix with my choices! Definitely recommend this place for a different experience. Service made me feel like I was a fancy person out on a fancy person lunch. Thank you to my server Jenya and all the other staff for making me feel special!