Tbilisi · Restaurants

Best Restaurants in Tbilisi

From traditional Georgian dukanis to world-class fine dining — our curated list of the best restaurants in Tbilisi, hand-picked by the GT Tours team. Each venue has been selected for quality, atmosphere, and authentic Georgian flavors.

10 Restaurants in Tbilisi

MittelklasseOld Town

Vejineli

Consistently rated as the best traditional Georgian restaurant in Tbilisi. Vejineli serves textbook khinkali, perfectly golden Adjarian khachapuri, and charcoal-grilled mtsvadi in a warm, unpretentious setting in the old town.

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Consistently rated #1 for traditional Georgian food
Perfect Adjarian khachapuri — golden, buttery, and loaded with cheese
Warm, unpretentious atmosphere popular with locals and visitors alike

Unbedingt probieren: Khinkali and Adjarian khachapuri

Am besten für: First traditional Georgian meal in Tbilisi

GehobenMtatsminda

Barbarestan

Named after 19th-century chef Barbare Jorjadze, whose rediscovered cookbook inspires the entire menu. Listed in the World's 50 Best Discovery, Barbarestan revives forgotten Georgian recipes with fine-dining precision in an elegant, candlelit dining room.

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World's 50 Best Discovery listed
Recipes from a rediscovered 19th-century Georgian cookbook
Elegant, candlelit fine-dining atmosphere

Unbedingt probieren: Tasting menu with wine pairings

Am besten für: Special occasion fine dining

MittelklasseVera

Shavi Lomi

The pioneer of modern Georgian cuisine in Tbilisi. Shavi Lomi ('Black Lion') serves a seasonal menu that reinterprets Georgian classics with fresh, local ingredients. The hidden courtyard in Vera is one of the city's most magical dining spaces.

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Pioneer of modern Georgian cuisine
Seasonal menu with fresh, local ingredients
Hidden courtyard in Vera — one of Tbilisi's most magical settings

Unbedingt probieren: Seasonal tasting plate and natural wine

Am besten für: Modern take on Georgian classics

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Café Littera

Set in the courtyard of the historic Writers' House, Café Littera serves refined Georgian-European cuisine in a gorgeous garden setting. The menu changes seasonally, and the ambiance — under century-old trees with fairy lights — is unmatched.

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Stunning courtyard of the historic Writers' House
Refined Georgian-European fusion cuisine
Magical garden setting with fairy lights

Unbedingt probieren: Seasonal degustation menu

Am besten für: Romantic dinners in a historic garden

GehobenOld Town

Keto and Kote

Named after characters from a classic Georgian operetta, Keto and Kote serves bright, locally sourced Georgian dishes with panoramic city views. The rooftop terrace overlooks Tbilisi's old town, making it perfect for sunset dining.

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Panoramic old town views from the rooftop terrace
Bright, locally sourced Georgian dishes
Named after classic Georgian operetta characters

Unbedingt probieren: Georgian tasting menu with city views

Am besten für: Sunset dinner with old town views

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OtsY

Chef Giorgi Ninua's upscale Georgian restaurant reimagines classics with technical precision and artistic presentation. OtsY has quickly become one of Tbilisi's most talked-about dining destinations for its refined approach to Georgian flavors.

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Chef Giorgi Ninua's acclaimed kitchen
Georgian classics reimagined with fine-dining precision
One of Tbilisi's most talked-about restaurants

Unbedingt probieren: Chef's tasting menu

Am besten für: High-end Georgian gastronomy

MittelklasseOld Town

Salobie Bia

A Tbilisi institution famous for two dishes done to perfection: lobio (bean stew served in a clay pot) and shkmeruli (garlic chicken in milk). Simple, rustic, and deeply satisfying Georgian comfort food in a cozy, central location.

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Legendary lobio (bean stew) served in clay pots
Perfect shkmeruli — garlic chicken in cream sauce
Rustic, cozy atmosphere loved by locals

Unbedingt probieren: Lobio in a clay pot and shkmeruli

Am besten für: Authentic Georgian comfort food

MittelklasseSololaki

Dadi Wine Bar and Shop

Part wine shop, part restaurant, Dadi serves a tight seasonal menu alongside an exceptional selection of natural Georgian wines. The Sololaki neighborhood setting, with its vintage Tbilisi architecture, adds to the charm.

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Exceptional natural Georgian wine selection
Seasonal menu paired with wines by the glass
Beautiful Sololaki neighborhood setting

Unbedingt probieren: Seasonal menu with wine pairings

Am besten für: Natural wine and seasonal small plates

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Machakhela

A reliable Georgian chain with multiple locations across Tbilisi. Machakhela offers consistent quality, English menus, and all the Georgian staples — khachapuri, khinkali, and grilled meats — at budget-friendly prices.

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Reliable chain with English menus
Consistent quality across all locations
Budget-friendly Georgian staples

Unbedingt probieren: Adjarian khachapuri and khinkali

Am besten für: Quick, reliable Georgian meal

MittelklasseVera

Poliphonia

Named after Georgian polyphonic singing, Poliphonia revives lost Georgian dishes from historical texts and pairs them with carefully selected natural wines. A thoughtful, research-driven approach to Georgian gastronomy.

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Reviving lost Georgian dishes from historical research
Carefully curated natural wine pairings
Thoughtful, story-driven dining experience

Unbedingt probieren: Historical tasting menu with wine pairings

Am besten für: Exploring forgotten Georgian cuisine

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of food can I expect in Tbilisi?

Georgian cuisine is one of the world's oldest and most diverse. Expect khachapuri (cheese-filled bread), khinkali (dumplings), grilled meats, walnut-based sauces, and fresh local vegetables. Tbilisi also has a growing international dining scene.

Do restaurants in Tbilisi accept credit cards?

Most mid-range and upscale restaurants in Tbilisi accept credit cards. Smaller, traditional dukanis may be cash-only, so it's good to carry some Georgian Lari.

Should I make reservations at restaurants in Tbilisi?

For upscale restaurants like Barbarestan or Café Littera, reservations are strongly recommended, especially on weekends. Mid-range and casual spots usually have walk-in availability.

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