Details
Chama Mama, a Georgian restaurant, has become a popular spot in NYC since opening in 2019, aiming to promote Georgian cuisine [1]. With multiple locations across Manhattan and Brooklyn, it's known for dishes like Khachapuri and Kinkhali [1]. The restaurant offers a pleasant ambiance, a distinguished wine list, and a covered patio at its original Chelsea location [2], [3].
Food Overview
Chama Mama is celebrated for its authentic Georgian cuisine, with particular highlights being the various forms of Khachapuri (cheese-filled bread) [1], [2] and Kinkhali (broth-and-meat-cradling dumplings) [1]. Other popular items include lamb stew and charcoal kebabs [1], [2]. The restaurant also boasts a distinguished wine list featuring lesser-known Georgian varietals. Recent feedback indicates that while dishes like lamb-stuffed grape leaves are highly praised [4], some find portion sizes have decreased and quality has diminished at certain locations.
Caveats
One user noted that the description for Chama Mama in a particular article appeared to be promotional copy. Another user suggested that there are better Georgian restaurants in NYC, and some reviews indicate a decline in service and food quality at certain locations since pre-Covid.
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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From post: Where Do Folks Suggest Going For Slavic Cuisine
"This user recommended Chama Mama for Georgian food."
PositiveFrom post: On The Hunt For For Good Or Interesting Bread
"This commenter enthusiastically agreed with the recommendation for Chamma Mama, highlighting their boat of bread filled with cheese."
PositiveFrom post: On The Hunt For For Good Or Interesting Bread
"A user mentioned that Chamma Mama has a delicious flatbread with beans in the middle."
PositiveFrom post: On The Hunt For For Good Or Interesting Bread
"The commenter has heard good things about the Kachapuri (cheese boats) and Georgian mountain bread at Chamma Mama."
NeutralFrom post: Din Soup Dumplings 鼎泰轩 Brooklyn Heights Mini
"This user simply listed 'Chama mama!' as a recommendation."
PositiveFrom post: Favorite Place For Casual Dinner Near 14th And
"Chama Mama is recommended as a dining choice."
PositiveFrom post: Favorite Place For Casual Dinner Near 14th And
"Chama Mama was suggested as another option for a casual dinner near 14th and 6th Ave."
PositiveFrom post: Planning A Weekend Trip In The City With My Mom
"This user recommended Chana Mama for Georgian food."
PositiveFrom post: Planning A Weekend Trip In The City With My Mom
"Chama Mamma is recommended for Georgian food, located on the Upper West Side near the Natural History museum."
PositiveFrom post: Any Armenian Restaurant Recommendations In New
"Responding to a comment about Chama Mama, this user clarifies that the restaurant serves food similar to what Armenians eat in Armenia, excluding certain Anatolian or Arabic-adjacent dishes that the original poster specifically did not want."
PositiveFrom post: Any Armenian Restaurant Recommendations In New
"This user agrees that Chama Mama is a good suggestion, noting its proximity in cuisine to Armenian food from Yerevan and describing it as a fun place."
PositiveFrom post: Any Armenian Restaurant Recommendations In New
"This commenter, who is Armenian, suggests Chama Mama for Georgian food, stating it's very similar to what one would find in Yerevan, Armenia, and directly addresses the original poster's request for authentic Armenian-adjacent cuisine."
PositiveFrom post: 3rd Month Wedding Anniversary Lunchearly Dinner
"Chama Mama was recommended as a place to try Georgian food."
NeutralFrom post: Where To Go With Parents That Isnt Fussy Hyped
"The Chelsea location of Chama Mama was recommended as interesting but not unapproachable, with a nice patio."
PositiveFrom post: Late Night Spots Near Brooklyn Paramount
"Chama Mama was mentioned as a potential late-night dining option."
NeutralFrom post: Relaxed Lowkey Affordable In Chelsea
"Chama Mama on 14th is suggested as a possible dining option."
PositiveFrom post: Takeaway Georgian Restaurant
"Chama Mama is available on Seamless, though it doesn't appear to be primarily a takeout/delivery focused establishment."
NeutralFrom post: Takeaway Georgian Restaurant
"Chama Mama is described as a very good restaurant with a nice ambiance, suitable for a sit-down dinner. There is a location on 14th St and 6th Ave."
PositiveFrom post: Takeaway Georgian Restaurant
"Chama Mama on 14th St has a bakery next door called 'Let's Chama' which is suggested as a good option."
PositiveFrom post: Takeaway Georgian Restaurant
"Chama Mama recently opened two Georgian bakeries in Manhattan and Brooklyn called 'Let's Chama'."
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