Kharcho at the Art House

Kharcho at the Art House is a traditional Georgian restaurant at 18 Lado Gudiashvili Street in Sololaki, Old Tbilisi, Georgia, located in the Art House building. The menu takes its name from kharcho, the beef stew thickened with ground walnuts and flavoured with coriander and a spice blend, which is one of the best-known Georgian soups. Signature dishes include kharcho, khinkali and mtsvadi, the skewered grilled meat, all presented in a classic style meant to introduce the main elements of the Georgian table. The restaurant sits in a quiet part of Sololaki, a neighbourhood known for carved balconies, courtyards and hilly streets, and the Art House setting gives it a slightly artistic character compared with the busier restaurants of Meidan. The dining room is relaxed, with a moderate noise level, a casual to smart-casual dress code and a mix of visitors and locals. A service fee is added to the bill, so diners should check the total before adding any further tip. The drinks list includes Georgian wines, and staff can recommend a bottle to accompany stews and grilled meat. Prices are moderate, around 60-105 GEL per person (roughly USD 23-40). Listings give hours of noon to midnight daily, with another listing stating 11AM to 11PM, so visitors should expect it to open by noon. Reservations are recommended at weekends and can be made by phone on +995 544 444 544. The related website, thearthouse.ge, is listed for the venue. The restaurant is a practical stop on a walking route through Sololaki and the area around the sulphur baths, and it suits travellers who want a sit-down meal of classic Georgian dishes in a calm setting. Winter visitors may appreciate the warming stews, while in summer the building's courtyard-style surroundings can make for a pleasant lunch.