Saami Somi
1136 Arch St, Philadelphia
(267) 574-4090
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Having had both khachapuri and khinkali in Georgia on multiple occasions, it was nice to try it in the US. Both were excellent. Particular kudos for the way they've crafted the khachapuri, definitely much lighter and almost pizza dough-like in comparison to the original you'll find in Georgia. That's neither right nor wrong, it's just well-adapted to the American market. Delicious. Definitely give it a shot if you've never had Georgian food: it's authentic.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yes, food is unique, and interesting. But it is just simple and way too expensive. 20$ for a slice of bread and cheese and an egg? Thanks.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
We must’ve read all those glowing reviews too, BUT: I completely agree with the reviewer Karina Kim below — this place has nothing in common with real Georgian cuisine except the names! You could call them dumplings, but these are definitely NOT khinkali! The dough is thick and the flavor is all wrong. The khachapuri — wrong dough taste and wrong cheese! Plus the portions are tiny for the price! Way too expensive! On top of that, it’s not even a proper standalone restaurant — it’s just a spot in a food court, and the only seating is at the counter, right in the middle of the crowd. This is adapted to some other cuisine, but absolutely NOT to Georgian!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Well! My review based on quality of food and the most important the service! My review is based on the quality of the food and the service. I noticed that the person who served the food was cleaning the floor before starting to serve without gloves. This is unacceptable. The food itself was not very special. I’ve tried other Georgian places and can tell you that the cheese bread is salty. Also, the adjika they sell as a side dish is not what it’s supposed to be.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Very delicious cheese boats!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I think about this more often than I should. Service is great, food is absolutely something to write home about.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a gem. I got the traditional mushroom Shakshuka and a loaf of the sourdough bread. Both 10 out of 10. Highly recommend
It is top rated for a very good reason. I’m Eastern European and it’s like back to my native country food. But if you never tried, still worth it. It is soooo god damn good. Service is friendly and they make everything right from scratch. Everything is so fresh. Honey Brie cheese board is fire 🔥
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
We had
PKHALI TRIO 7.9
Roasted eggplant, beetroot, & spinach in a toasted walnut, garlic & khmeli suneli spice mix.
LOBIO 6.9
Red kidney bean mash in our aromatic khmeli suneli spice mix with aliums & cilantro. ve
Aling with this we ordered one bread. The food was amazing and one dish with a bread would be easily enough for two. Must eat place for visitors of this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So delicious!! Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow, the bread is perfect, the right amount of crunch and softness. People are super nice. Blown away, I want to crawl inside this bread. Get the oxtail one if they have it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was disappointing. The photos advertised make the cheese boats look bigger than they actually are. For nearly $20 per cheese boat, depending if you add dipping sauces, there was barely any cheese on ours. If you're going to charge this much, there needs to be an adequate amount of ingredients. I've had Georgian food in the Brighton Beach area in NYC by some mom and pop places, and it blew these cheese boats out of the water, for half the price.
Food: 1
Service: 5
This dish was very new to me. It was the spices/ seasoning which made it special. Bread was delicious. I am always worried of raw eggs, but it enhanced the dish, and all was well. The man at the counter was nice, and waiting for the food wasn't long at all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I heard khachapuri was phenomenal, so when I saw this place I had to try it.
I got the traditional with a side of the Adjika Sunflower Oil.
The dish absolutely lived up to the hype. If you’ve never tried it I highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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