Authentic Georgian cuisine, a true village gem. Known for its unique flavors and traditional dishes, it's a must-try for food adventurers.
This restaurant offers an authentic taste of Georgian cuisine, serving as one of the earlier established Georgian eateries outside of Brooklyn. While some patrons have noted a decline in food quality after a chef change, others continue to praise its unique flavors and dishes. It's a solid choice for those seeking traditional Georgian fare, though be mindful of potential service and payment discrepancies.
The restaurant serves Georgian cuisine, with mentions of khachapuri being a standout dish. While some find it to be one of the best Georgian options in the city, others have experienced a dip in quality. It's noted for offering both meat and vegetarian options.
"Khachapuri is frequently mentioned as a standout dish, with one user calling it the best in the city. The restaurant is also noted for offering both meat and vegetarian options."
Customer feedback is mixed, with some praising the authentic Georgian flavors and others noting a decline in food quality post-chef change. Service and payment issues have also been mentioned.
Important Note
Some reviews mention issues with service, including rude staff and discrepancies with payment methods (e.g., not accepting MasterCard, only Amex and cash). There's also a warning about a hidden 20% gratuity being added to bills, even for parties of two. The restaurant also holds a 'B' health grade.
"This user believes Old Tbilisi Garden on Bleecker Street has the best khachapuri and is the best Georgian in the city, comparing Chama Mama as 'approachable' but less authentic."
Positive"This user believes Old Tbilisi Garden on Bleecker Street has the best khachapuri and is the best Georgian in the city, comparing Chama Mama as 'approachable' but less authentic."
Positive"This user recommends Old Tbilisi Garden in the West Village."
Positive"A note is made that Old Tbilisi Garden has a 'B' grade."
Neutral"The commenter preferred Chama Mama due to rude service at Old Tbilisi Garden when they tried to pay with MasterCard, noting that Old Tbilisi Garden only accepts Amex and cash. While the food was good, the payment issue was off-putting."
Negative"Old Tbilisi Garden in the village is recommended as an incredible and low-key option for Georgian food, contrasting with the more popular but also good Chama Mama."
Positive"This restaurant is listed as a recommended repeat spot."
Positive"This commenter suggested Tbilisi Garden as a place to find churchkhela."
Positive"This Georgian restaurant is located right around the corner and offers both meat and vegetarian dishes."
Neutral"The commenter states Old Tbilisi was their favorite but went severely downhill after a chef change."
Negative"The commenter advises avoiding Old Tbilisi Garden on Bleecker St. due to mediocre food and a shady practice of charging a hidden 20% gratuity to a party of two."
Negative"The commenter found Old Tbilisi Garden to be solid."
Positive"The commenter listed Old Tbilisi Garden as a good option for Georgian food."
Positive"The commenter mentions Old Tbilisi as being "alright" and one of the earlier Georgian restaurants outside of Brooklyn."
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