Khinkali Pub

Khinkali Pub is a khinkali house at 1 Vakhtang Gorgasali Square in the Meidan area of Old Tbilisi, Georgia. It combines the pleated Georgian dumplings known as khinkali with a pub setting, pairing the dish with draft beer rather than only wine. Khinkali originate in the mountain regions of Georgia, are filled with spiced meat and broth, and are eaten by hand: diners hold the dumpling by its knot, bite a small hole, drink the broth and leave the knot on the plate. Signature items at the pub are khinkali and draft beer, which together form the core of the menu. The pub setting differs from the more traditional khinkali houses in its emphasis on casual drinking and a lively social mood. The dining room is informal, with simple tables, a moderate to high noise level at busy times and a clientele that includes local groups, students and travellers staying near Meidan. There is no dress code. Prices are low, roughly 20-45 GEL per person (about USD 7.6-17), which makes it a budget-friendly meal and drink option. Opening hours are not confirmed in the listing, so visitors should check locally for late-night visits. The venue operates on a walk-in basis; the listed phone number is +995 599 17 88 55 for those wanting to check availability for a group. Its square location, shared with other khinkali houses on the same address area, puts it close to the Metekhi Church, the river embankment and the sulphur baths of Abanotubani. The restaurant suits travellers looking for a quick, inexpensive meal with beer after a day on foot in the old town, and for those comparing different khinkali houses in the area. Ordering is by the piece, so a table of two can sample meat and cheese varieties.