Chama Mama: Authentic Georgian Cuisine in Brooklyn Heights

Chama Mama Introduce

In the vibrant and picturesque neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights, Chama Mama stands as a beacon of authentic Georgian cuisine. This restaurant, which has become a beloved staple in the New York dining scene, is more than just a place to eat; it's an immersive experience into the rich culinary traditions of Georgia. From its inviting, warm atmosphere to its meticulously prepared, homemade dishes, Chama Mama offers a refreshing departure from the ordinary. As a women-owned business, it brings a unique passion and dedication to every aspect of the dining experience, from the moment you step through the door. Its mission is to be a guardian of Georgian culture in New York City, a promise it fulfills by offering a menu that is both ancient in its roots and vibrant in its execution.

The culinary journey at Chama Mama is centered around the country’s most iconic dishes: bread, cheese, and meat. The menu features a wide array of options that highlight these staples, from the famed, boat-shaped Adjaruli Khachapuri—a show-stopping dish of bread filled with bubbling cheese, butter, and a raw egg—to the savory Khinkali dumplings, expertly pleated and filled with a blend of seasoned beef and pork, lamb, or mushrooms. The restaurant prides itself on creating a menu that is both traditional and appealing to a wide audience. As one reviewer noted, the food is "insanely good, so many authentic Georgian dishes and everything tastes homemade." The commitment to authenticity is evident in their use of ingredients and time-honored techniques, such as baking bread in a traditional tone oven, which is a centerpiece of the open kitchen. The menu also offers a variety of spreads known as Pkhali, which are walnut and chopped vegetable-based dips served with freshly baked bread, a popular choice that showcases the complex, earthy flavors of the region.

Chama Mama is conveniently located at 121 Montague St in Brooklyn Heights. This prime location places it in a charming and bustling area known for its historic brownstones and quaint shops. The restaurant has successfully transformed a former space into a light, lofty, and fresh environment that feels both open and intimate. Its accessibility is a significant draw for New Yorkers and tourists alike, being easy to reach from Manhattan. The neighborhood itself is a destination, with the picturesque promenade and Borough Hall nearby, making Chama Mama a splendid choice for a meal before or after exploring the area. The restaurant offers a variety of parking options, including free and paid street parking, as well as a paid parking garage, making it convenient for those who choose to drive. For those who prefer public transportation, its central location makes it easily accessible from various subway lines, and there is also a great cafe seating area out front, perfect for a sunny day.

Chama Mama offers a comprehensive range of services designed to provide a comfortable and memorable dining experience. These services include:

Dine-in with a variety of seating options, including a cozy bar area, a large front dining room, and an intimate back section near the open kitchen.
Outdoor seating is available, offering a great cafe vibe, especially on nice days.
Reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch and dinner, making it easy to plan for both large groups and cozy pairs.
Comprehensive take-out, curbside pickup, and delivery options for those who want to enjoy the food at home.
A full bar is onsite, featuring an extensive list of Georgian wines by the bottle, glass, or flight, as well as cocktails and beer.
Catering services for events and parties, bringing the unique flavors of Georgia to your special occasion.
Family-friendly amenities, including high chairs and changing tables, and a gender-neutral restroom.

The highlights and features of Chama Mama are what make it a standout destination in New York City's diverse culinary landscape. They include:

An extensive menu of authentic Georgian cuisine, including a wide variety of Khachapuri, Khinkali, and seasonal dishes.
A great wine list focused on Georgian wines, including rare varietals and ancient qvevri fermentation methods.
An inviting and versatile atmosphere that is casual yet trendy, romantic, and cozy.
Highlights like fast service, great cocktails, and great desserts.
Offers a wide range of options to accommodate different dietary needs, including healthy, organic, vegan, and vegetarian dishes.
The restaurant is LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space, ensuring a welcoming environment for all.
Dogs are allowed both inside and outside, making it a perfect spot for pet owners.
Amenities like Wi-Fi and a bar onsite add to the convenience and comfort of the space.

For more information, reservations, or to place an order, Chama Mama can be reached at:

Address: 121 Montague St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
Phone: (347) 689-2725

What is worth choosing Chama Mama? It's the perfect choice for anyone in New York seeking a unique and authentic dining experience that is both sophisticated and comforting. While some critics may debate the "authenticity" of its refined cuisine, its popularity and positive reviews speak for themselves, with many praising the high-quality, homemade taste of the food. It's a place where you can discover the rich flavors of a lesser-known cuisine, whether you are a connoisseur of Georgian food or a first-time adventurer. The "Adjaruli Khachapuri," in particular, is a show-stopping dish that is considered by many to be one of the best in the city. Moreover, the restaurant's commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment—from being family-friendly and dog-friendly to its LGBTQ+ friendly status—makes it a place where everyone can feel at home. With its great wine list, signature cocktails, and a versatile atmosphere that suits everything from a cozy dinner for two to a large group celebration, Chama Mama offers a compelling reason to visit and explore the heart of Georgian culture right in Brooklyn.

Chama Mama Menu

Dinner Menu - Salads
Summer Herb Salad $17.00
Baby gem lettuce, roasted ajika corn, tarragon pumpkin seed dressing, radish, fresh herbs and pomegranate seeds
Chama Mama Salad $17.00
Georgian fermented sprouts with arugula, radish, red onion, cucumber, sunflower oil and vinegar.
Georgian Salad $18.00
Campari tomato, persian cucumber salad with fresh herbs, radish, sunflower oil, wine vinegar and opal basil

Dinner Menu - Soups
Chikhirtma- Chicken Soup $15.00
Traditional Georgian chicken soup with egg, and cilantro. Served with Chama Mama bread and a lemon wedge
Mushroom Tarragon Soup $15.00
King trumpet, Oyster and White button mushrooms in a savory mushroom broth packed with fresh herbs and served with Chama Mama bread

Dinner Menu - Appetizers
Taste Of Georgia $28.00
A tasteful selection of beet, ekala, spinach, eggplant, lobio pkhali– served with Chama Mama bread and smoked Georgian cheese *Pkhali are walnut based spreads
Beet Pkhali $14.00
Beets, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Ekala Pkhali $14.00
Georgian wild plant, walnut paste, roasted onion, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Spinach Pkhali $14.00
Spinach, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Eggplant Pkhali $14.00
Eggplant, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander, pomegranate molasses. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Roasted Wild Mushrooms $15.00
Roasted king trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms, roasted red and yellow bell pepper, cilantro, tarragon and pomegranate seeds
Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves $16.00
Lamb, rice, mint, sour cream. (Served Hot)
Adjapsandali $15.00
Roasted vegetable ragout with eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper and tomato
Ramson Pkhali $14.00
Wild garlic from Georgia, cilantro, sunflower oil and vinegar
Watermelon With Guda $16.00
Watermelon, Farm fresh Georgian Guda cheese, pal basil dressing, fresh herbs and pomegranate

Dinner Menu - Puri Guliani
Chama Mama Seasonal Khachapuri $24.00
Seasonal Khachapuri with Chama Mama cheese blend topped with tarragon and opal basil
Adjaruli Khachapuri $18.00
Adjara region - Traditional open-faced khachapuri filled with Chama Mama cheese blend, topped with butter and egg. (egg comes mixed in already)
Lobiani $16.00
Racha region - Our signature dough with spiced mashed beans. Vegan option available (4 slices)
Georgian Mountain Bread $19.00
Svaneti region - National dish of the Svans. Spiced beef and pork, onion and garlic. Topped with Ajika (4 slices)
Imeruli Khachapuri $17.00
Imereti region - Our signature dough filled with Chama Mama cheese blend (4 slices)
Freshly Baked Bread $10.00
Freshly baked bread. Served with Ajika with sunflower oil
Georgian Style Freshly Baked Cornbread $12.00
Served with Green Ajika

Dinner Menu - Khinkali
Khinkali Beef And Pork $12.00
Georgian dumpling with Beef and Pork blend
Khinkali Lamb $14.00
Georgian dumpling with Lamb
Khinkali Mushroom $12.00
Georgian Dumpling with Mushroom
Kvari $13.00
Megruli cheese dumplings, served with homemade mint yogurt. (3 per serving)

Dinner Menu - Entrees
Saperavi And Pomegranate Beef Stew $32.00
Slow cooked beef stew with Budeshuri Saperavi wine and pomegranate molasses. Served with creamy mashed potatoes with cheese, cilantro and pomegranate
Braised Lamb And Tarragon Stew $36.00
Lamb cooked in Tsolikouri wine, fresh tarragon and sour green plum. Served with chama Mama shoti bread
Megruli Kharcho- Chicken $24.00
Chicken in walnut sauce with saffron, garlic and georgian spices. Served with fresh grits (ghomi)
Megruli Kharcho- Cauliflower $24.00
Cauliflower in walnut sauce with saffron, garlic, and georgian spices. Served with fresh grits (ghomi)
Roasted Chicken In House Sour Plum Sauce $32.00
Roasted chicken served with house sour plum sauce, cilantro and pomegranate. *House sour plum sauce will change throughout the season!
Beef And Pork Kebab $26.00
House blend of beef and pork wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Chicken Kebab $26.00
House blend of chicken wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Country Style Bean Stew With House Ferments $20.00
Traditional red bean stew, topped with fresh herbs. Served with House ferments *House ferments will change throughout the season!
Pork Mtsvadi $24.00
Marinated Pork skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate
Chicken Mtsvadi $24.00
Marinated chicken skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate

Dinner Menu - Sauces
Tarragon Tkemali $3.00
Seasonal sour green plum sauce
Ajika With Sunflower Oil $3.00
Georgian style harissa
Imeruli Ajika $3.00
Roasted onion and walnut based spread
Green Ajika $3.00
Green pepper and fresh herb walnut dip
Satsebeli Sauce $3.00
Georgian spiced tomato sauce
Mint Sauce $3.00
Creamy mint sauce

Dinner Menu - Sides
Crispy Potato With Tarragon Tkemali $14.00
Smashed skin potatoes with svanuri salt served with tarragon tkemali
Side Of Chama Mama Bread $3.00
2 pieces of Chama Mama bread
Trio Of Ajika $8.00
Ajika with sunflower oil, Green ajika, and Imeruli ajika
Variety Of House Ferments $12.00
Variety of House Ferments* *may vary
Fresh Grits (Ghomi) $5.00
Fresh Grits
Creamy Potatoes With Cheese $12.00
Creamy potatoes with cheese (tashmijabi)
Side Salmon $12.00
Roasted Salmon with Svanuri salt and lemon
Side Grilled Chicken $7.00
Grilled Chicken with svanuri salt

Dinner Menu - Desserts
Napoleon $12.00
Puff Pastry filled with creme patissiere topped with powdered sugar and raspberry
Honey Cake $12.00
Soft multilayer dulce de leche cake
Chocolate Velvet With Berries $12.00
Rich Chocolate topped with fresh strawberries and raspberries
Peach Pelamushi (GF) $12.00

Salads
Summer Herb Salad $17.00
Baby gem lettuce, roasted ajika corn, tarragon pumpkin seed dressing, radish, fresh herbs and pomegranate seeds
Chama Mama Salad $17.00
Georgian fermented sprouts with arugula, radish, red onion, cucumber, sunflower oil and vinegar.
Georgian Salad $18.00
Campari tomato, persian cucumber salad with fresh herbs, radish, sunflower oil, wine vinegar and opal basil

Soups
Chikhirtma- Chicken Soup $15.00
Traditional Georgian chicken soup with egg, and cilantro. Served with Chama Mama bread and a lemon wedge
Mushroom Tarragon Soup $15.00
King trumpet, Oyster and White button mushrooms in a savory mushroom broth packed with fresh herbs and served with Chama Mama bread

Appetizers
Taste Of Georgia $28.00
A tasteful selection of beet, ekala, spinach, eggplant, lobio pkhali– served with Chama Mama bread and smoked Georgian cheese *Pkhali are walnut based spreads
Beet Pkhali $14.00
Beets, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Ekala Pkhali $14.00
Georgian wild plant, walnut paste, roasted onion, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Spinach Pkhali $14.00
Spinach, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Eggplant Pkhali $14.00
Eggplant, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander, pomegranate molasses. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Roasted Wild Mushrooms $15.00
Roasted king trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms, roasted red and yellow bell pepper, cilantro, tarragon and pomegranate seeds
Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves $16.00
Lamb, rice, mint, sour cream. (Served Hot)
Adjapsandali $15.00
Roasted vegetable ragout with eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper and tomato
Ramson Pkhali $14.00
Wild garlic from Georgia, cilantro, sunflower oil and vinegar
Watermelon With Guda $16.00
Watermelon, Farm fresh Georgian Guda cheese, pal basil dressing, fresh herbs and pomegranate

Puri Guliani
Chama Mama Seasonal Khachapuri $24.00
Seasonal Khachapuri with Chama Mama cheese blend topped with tarragon and opal basil
Adjaruli Khachapuri $18.00
Adjara region - Traditional open-faced khachapuri filled with Chama Mama cheese blend, topped with butter and egg. (egg comes mixed in already)
Lobiani $16.00
Racha region - Our signature dough with spiced mashed beans. Vegan option available (4 slices)
Georgian Mountain Bread $19.00
Svaneti region - National dish of the Svans. Spiced beef and pork, onion and garlic. Topped with Ajika (4 slices)
Imeruli Khachapuri $17.00
Imereti region - Our signature dough filled with Chama Mama cheese blend (4 slices)
Freshly Baked Bread $10.00
Freshly baked bread. Served with Ajika with sunflower oil
Georgian Style Freshly Baked Cornbread $12.00
Served with Green Ajika

Khinkali
Khinkali Beef And Pork $12.00
Georgian dumpling with Beef and Pork blend
Khinkali Lamb $14.00
Georgian dumpling with Lamb
Khinkali Mushroom $12.00
Georgian Dumpling with Mushroom
Kvari $13.00
Megruli cheese dumplings, served with homemade mint yogurt. (3 per serving)

Entrees
Saperavi And Pomegranate Beef Stew $32.00
Slow cooked beef stew with Budeshuri Saperavi wine and pomegranate molasses. Served with creamy mashed potatoes with cheese, cilantro and pomegranate
Braised Lamb And Tarragon Stew $36.00
Lamb cooked in Tsolikouri wine, fresh tarragon and sour green plum. Served with chama Mama shoti bread
Megruli Kharcho- Chicken $24.00
Chicken in walnut sauce with saffron, garlic and georgian spices. Served with fresh grits (ghomi)
Megruli Kharcho- Cauliflower $24.00
Cauliflower in walnut sauce with saffron, garlic, and georgian spices. Served with fresh grits (ghomi)
Roasted Chicken In House Sour Plum Sauce $32.00
Roasted chicken served with house sour plum sauce, cilantro and pomegranate. *House sour plum sauce will change throughout the season!
Beef And Pork Kebab $26.00
House blend of beef and pork wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Chicken Kebab $26.00
House blend of chicken wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Country Style Bean Stew With House Ferments $20.00
Traditional red bean stew, topped with fresh herbs. Served with House ferments *House ferments will change throughout the season!
Pork Mtsvadi $24.00
Marinated Pork skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate
Chicken Mtsvadi $24.00
Marinated chicken skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate

Sauces
Ajika With Sunflower Oil $3.00
Georgian style harissa
Imeruli Ajika $3.00
Roasted onion and walnut based spread
Satsebeli Sauce $3.00
Georgian spiced tomato sauce
Tarragon Tkemali $3.00
Seasonal sour green plum sauce
Green Ajika $3.00
Green pepper and fresh herb walnut dip
Mint Sauce $3.00
Creamy mint sauce

Sides
Crispy Potato With Tarragon Tkemali $14.00
Smashed skin potatoes with svanuri salt served with tarragon tkemali
Side Of Chama Mama Bread $3.00
2 pieces of Chama Mama bread
Trio Of Ajika $8.00
Ajika with sunflower oil, Green ajika, and Imeruli ajika
Variety Of House Ferments $12.00
Variety of House Ferments* *may vary
Fresh Grits (Ghomi) $5.00
Fresh Grits
Creamy Potatoes With Cheese $12.00
Creamy potatoes with cheese (tashmijabi)
Side Salmon $12.00
Roasted Salmon with Svanuri salt and lemon
Side Grilled Chicken $7.00
Grilled Chicken with svanuri salt

Desserts
Napoleon $12.00
Puff Pastry filled with creme patissiere topped with powdered sugar and raspberry
Honey Cake $12.00
Soft multilayer dulce de leche cake
Chocolate Velvet With Berries $12.00
Rich Chocolate topped with fresh strawberries and raspberries
Peach Pelamushi (GF) $12.00

Lunch Menu - Salads
Summer Herb Salad $17.00
Baby gem lettuce, roasted ajika corn, tarragon pumpkin seed dressing, radish, fresh herbs and pomegranate seeds
Georgian Salad $18.00
Campari tomato, persian cucumber salad with fresh herbs, radish, sunflower oil, wine vinegar and opal basil
Chama Mama Salad $17.00
Georgian fermented sprouts with arugula, radish, red onion, cucumber, sunflower oil and vinegar.

Lunch Menu - Lunch Soups
Chikhirtma- Chicken Soup (W/ Salad) $18.00
Traditional Georgian chicken soup with egg, and cilantro. Served with Salad (salad contains seeds)
Mushroom Tarragon Soup (W/Salad) $18.00
King trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms in a savory mushroom broth packed with fresh herbs. Served with Spring Herb Salad

Lunch Menu - Lunch Appetizers
Taste Of Georgia $28.00
A tasteful selection of beet, ekala, spinach, eggplant, lobio pkhali– served with Chama Mama bread and smoked Georgian cheese *Pkhali are walnut based spreads
Eggplant Pkhali $14.00
Eggplant, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander, pomegranate molasses. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Beet Pkhali $14.00
Beets, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Spinach Pkhali $14.00
Spinach, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Ramson Pkhali $14.00
Wild garlic from Georgia, cilantro, sunflower oil and vinegar
Ekala Pkhali $14.00
Georgian wild plant, walnut paste, roasted onion, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Roasted Wild Mushrooms $15.00
Roasted king trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms, roasted red and yellow bell pepper, cilantro, tarragon and pomegranate seeds
Adjapsandali $15.00
Roasted vegetable ragout with eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper and tomato
Watermelon With Guda $16.00
Watermelon, Farm fresh Georgian Guda cheese, pal basil dressing, fresh herbs and pomegranate

Lunch Menu - Lunch Puri Guliani
Chama Mama Seasonal Khachapuri $24.00
Seasonal Khachapuri with Chama Mama cheese blend topped with tarragon and opal basil
Adjaruli Khachapuri $18.00
Adjara region - Traditional open-faced khachapuri filled with Chama Mama cheese blend, topped with butter and egg. (egg comes mixed in already)
Imeruli Khachapuri $17.00
Imereti region - Our signature dough filled with Chama Mama cheese blend (4 slices)
Freshly Baked Bread $10.00
Freshly baked bread. Served with Ajika with sunflower oil
Georgian Style Freshly Baked Cornbread $12.00
Served with Green Ajika

Lunch Menu - Khinkali
Khinkali Beef And Pork $12.00
Georgian dumpling with Beef and Pork blend
Khinkali Lamb $14.00
Georgian dumpling with Lamb
Khinkali Mushroom $12.00
Georgian Dumpling with Mushroom
Kvari $13.00
Megruli cheese dumplings, served with homemade mint yogurt. (3 per serving)
Pan Fried Beef And Pork Khinkali $12.00
Pan Fried Beef and Pork Khinkali
Pan Fried Lamb Khinkali $14.00
Pan fried Lamb Khinkali
Pan Fried Mushroom Khinkali $12.00
Pan Fried Mushroom Khinkali
Pan Fried Kvari $13.00
Megruli cheese dumplings, served with homemade mint yogurt. (3 per serving)

Lunch Menu - Entrees
Summer Herb Mushroom Wrap $17.00
Roasted wild mushrooms with spring herb salad, cucumber and garlic sour cream. Comes with choice of Crispy smashed potatoes or Spring Herb Salad on the side.
Grilled Chicken Wrap $20.00
Grilled Chicken with summer salad wrapped in lavash and grilled. Comes with choice of Crispy Smashed potatoes or Winter grain salad on the side.
Georgian Chicken Salad Sandwich $19.00
Georgian chicken salad topped with pickled red cabbage in our house made bread with ajika. Comes with choice of Crispy smashed potatoes or Summer Herb Salad on the side
Chicken Kebab $26.00
House blend of chicken wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Beef And Pork Kebab $26.00
House blend of beef and pork wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Lobiani With Summer Herb Salad $16.00
Puff pastry filled with spiced beans. Served with Summer herb salad
Penovani With Summer Herb Salad $17.00
Puff pastry filled with Chama Mama cheese bend
Kubdari With Summer Herb Salad $18.00
Puff pastry filled with spiced Beef and Pork. Served with Summer herb salad

Lunch Menu - Sides
Crispy Potato With Tarragon Tkemali $14.00
Smashed skin potatoes with svanuri salt served with tarragon tkemali
Trio Of Ajika $8.00
Ajika with sunflower oil, Green ajika, and Imeruli ajika
Variety Of House Ferments $12.00
Variety of House Ferments* *may vary
Side Salmon $12.00
Roasted Salmon with Svanuri salt and lemon
Side Grilled Chicken $7.00
Grilled Chicken with svanuri salt
Side Of Chama Mama Bread $3.00
2 pieces of Chama Mama bread

Lunch Menu - Sauces
Ajika With Sunflower Oil $3.00
Georgian style harissa
Imeruli Ajika $3.00
Roasted onion and walnut based spread
Satsebeli Sauce $3.00
Georgian spiced tomato sauce
Tarragon Tkemali $3.00
Seasonal sour green plum sauce
Green Ajika $3.00
Green pepper and fresh herb walnut dip
Mint Sauce $3.00
Creamy mint sauce

Lunch Menu - Desserts
Napoleon $12.00
Puff Pastry filled with creme patissiere topped with powdered sugar and raspberry
Honey Cake $12.00
Soft multilayer dulce de leche cake
Chocolate Velvet With Berries $12.00
Rich Chocolate topped with fresh strawberries and raspberries
Peach Pelamushi (GF) $12.00

Lunch Soups
Chikhirtma- Chicken Soup (W/ Salad) $18.00
Traditional Georgian chicken soup with egg, and cilantro. Served with Salad (salad contains seeds)
Mushroom Tarragon Soup (W/Salad) $18.00
King trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms in a savory mushroom broth packed with fresh herbs. Served with Spring Herb Salad

Lunch Appetizers
Taste Of Georgia $28.00
A tasteful selection of beet, ekala, spinach, eggplant, lobio pkhali– served with Chama Mama bread and smoked Georgian cheese *Pkhali are walnut based spreads
Eggplant Pkhali $14.00
Eggplant, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander, pomegranate molasses. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Beet Pkhali $14.00
Beets, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Spinach Pkhali $14.00
Spinach, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Ramson Pkhali $14.00
Wild garlic from Georgia, cilantro, sunflower oil and vinegar
Ekala Pkhali $14.00
Georgian wild plant, walnut paste, roasted onion, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Roasted Wild Mushrooms $15.00
Roasted king trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms, roasted red and yellow bell pepper, cilantro, tarragon and pomegranate seeds
Adjapsandali $15.00
Roasted vegetable ragout with eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper and tomato
Watermelon With Guda $16.00
Watermelon, Farm fresh Georgian Guda cheese, pal basil dressing, fresh herbs and pomegranate

Lunch Puri Guliani
Chama Mama Seasonal Khachapuri $24.00
Seasonal Khachapuri with Chama Mama cheese blend topped with tarragon and opal basil
Adjaruli Khachapuri $18.00
Adjara region - Traditional open-faced khachapuri filled with Chama Mama cheese blend, topped with butter and egg. (egg comes mixed in already)
Imeruli Khachapuri $17.00
Imereti region - Our signature dough filled with Chama Mama cheese blend (4 slices)
Freshly Baked Bread $10.00
Freshly baked bread. Served with Ajika with sunflower oil
Georgian Style Freshly Baked Cornbread $12.00
Served with Green Ajika

Khinkali
Khinkali Beef And Pork $12.00
Georgian dumpling with Beef and Pork blend
Khinkali Lamb $14.00
Georgian dumpling with Lamb
Khinkali Mushroom $12.00
Georgian Dumpling with Mushroom
Pan Fried Beef And Pork Khinkali $12.00
Pan Fried Beef and Pork Khinkali
Pan Fried Lamb Khinkali $14.00
Pan fried Lamb Khinkali
Pan Fried Mushroom Khinkali $12.00
Pan Fried Mushroom Khinkali
Pan Fried Kvari $13.00
Megruli cheese dumplings, served with homemade mint yogurt. (3 per serving)
Kvari $13.00
Megruli cheese dumplings, served with homemade mint yogurt. (3 per serving)

Entrees
Summer Herb Mushroom Wrap $17.00
Roasted wild mushrooms with spring herb salad, cucumber and garlic sour cream. Comes with choice of Crispy smashed potatoes or Spring Herb Salad on the side.
Grilled Chicken Wrap $20.00
Grilled Chicken with summer salad wrapped in lavash and grilled. Comes with choice of Crispy Smashed potatoes or Winter grain salad on the side.
Georgian Chicken Salad Sandwich $19.00
Georgian chicken salad topped with pickled red cabbage in our house made bread with ajika. Comes with choice of Crispy smashed potatoes or Summer Herb Salad on the side
Chicken Kebab $26.00
House blend of chicken wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Beef And Pork Kebab $26.00
House blend of beef and pork wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Lobiani With Summer Herb Salad $16.00
Puff pastry filled with spiced beans. Served with Summer herb salad
Penovani With Summer Herb Salad $17.00
Puff pastry filled with Chama Mama cheese bend
Kubdari With Summer Herb Salad $18.00
Puff pastry filled with spiced Beef and Pork. Served with Summer herb salad

Sides
Crispy Potato With Tarragon Tkemali $14.00
Smashed skin potatoes with svanuri salt served with tarragon tkemali
Side Of Chama Mama Bread $3.00
2 pieces of Chama Mama bread
Trio Of Ajika $8.00
Ajika with sunflower oil, Green ajika, and Imeruli ajika
Side Salmon $12.00
Roasted Salmon with Svanuri salt and lemon
Side Grilled Chicken $7.00
Grilled Chicken with svanuri salt
Variety Of House Ferments $12.00
Variety of House Ferments* *may vary

Brunch Menu - Salads
Chama Mama Salad $17.00
Georgian fermented sprouts with arugula, radish, red onion, cucumber, sunflower oil and vinegar.
Georgian Salad $18.00
Campari tomato, persian cucumber salad with fresh herbs, radish, sunflower oil, wine vinegar and opal basil
Summer Herb Salad $17.00
Baby gem lettuce, roasted ajika corn, tarragon pumpkin seed dressing, radish, fresh herbs and pomegranate seeds

Brunch Menu - Appetizers
Taste Of Georgia $28.00
A tasteful selection of beet, ekala, spinach, eggplant, lobio pkhali– served with Chama Mama bread and smoked Georgian cheese *Pkhali are walnut based spreads
Beet Pkhali $14.00
Beets, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Ekala Pkhali $14.00
Georgian wild plant, walnut paste, roasted onion, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Eggplant Pkhali $14.00
Eggplant, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander, pomegranate molasses. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Spinach Pkhali $14.00
Spinach, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Roasted Wild Mushrooms $15.00
Roasted king trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms, roasted red and yellow bell pepper, cilantro, tarragon and pomegranate seeds
Adjapsandali $15.00
Roasted vegetable ragout with eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper and tomato
Watermelon With Guda $16.00
Watermelon, Farm fresh Georgian Guda cheese, pal basil dressing, fresh herbs and pomegranate
Ramson Pkhali $14.00
Wild garlic from Georgia, cilantro, sunflower oil and vinegar

Brunch Menu - Soups
Mushroom Tarragon Soup (W/Salad) $18.00
King trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms in a savory mushroom broth packed with fresh herbs. Served with Spring Herb Salad
Chikhirtma- Chicken Soup (W/ Salad) $18.00
Traditional Georgian chicken soup with egg, and cilantro. Served with Salad (salad contains seeds)

Brunch Menu - Puri Guliani
Chama Mama Seasonal Khachapuri $24.00
Seasonal Khachapuri with Chama Mama cheese blend topped with tarragon and opal basil
Adjaruli Khachapuri $18.00
Adjara region - Traditional open-faced khachapuri filled with Chama Mama cheese blend, topped with butter and egg. (egg comes mixed in already)
Imeruli Khachapuri $17.00
Imereti region - Our signature dough filled with Chama Mama cheese blend (4 slices)
Freshly Baked Bread $10.00
Freshly baked bread. Served with Ajika with sunflower oil
Georgian Style Freshly Baked Cornbread $12.00
Served with Green Ajika
Shoti Bread $10.00

Brunch Menu - Individual Puri Guliani
Kubdari With Summer Herb Salad $18.00
Puff pastry filled with spiced Beef and Pork. Served with Summer herb salad
Lobiani With Summer Herb Salad $16.00
Puff pastry filled with spiced beans. Served with Summer herb salad
Penovani With Summer Herb Salad $17.00
Puff pastry filled with Chama Mama cheese bend
Shoti Bread $10.00

Brunch Menu - Khinkali
Khinkali Beef And Pork $12.00
Georgian dumpling with Beef and Pork blend
Khinkali Lamb $14.00
Georgian dumpling with Lamb
Khinkali Mushroom $12.00
Georgian Dumpling with Mushroom
Pan Fried Beef And Pork Khinkali $12.00
Pan Fried Beef and Pork Khinkali
Pan Fried Lamb Khinkali $14.00
Pan fried Lamb Khinkali
Pan Fried Mushroom Khinkali $12.00
Pan Fried Mushroom Khinkali
Pan Fried Kvari $13.00
Megruli cheese dumplings, served with homemade mint yogurt. (3 per serving)
Kvari $13.00
Megruli cheese dumplings, served with homemade mint yogurt. (3 per serving)

Brunch Menu - Entrees
Wild Mushrooms With Eggs And Potatoes $20.00
Roasted wild mushrooms in cream sauce, smashed potatoes, eggs, and fresh herbs. Served with Chama Mama bread.
Chicken Mtsvadi $24.00
Marinated chicken skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate
Pork Mtsvadi $24.00
Marinated Pork skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate
Beef And Pork Kebab $26.00
House blend of beef and pork wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Chicken Kebab $26.00
House blend of chicken wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Machkatebi $18.00
Georgian Farmers cheese pancakes, fresh berries, strawberry puree, powdered sugar and mint

Brunch Menu - Sides
Crispy Potato With Tarragon Tkemali $14.00
Smashed skin potatoes with svanuri salt served with tarragon tkemali
Side Of Chama Mama Bread $3.00
2 pieces of Chama Mama bread
Trio Of Ajika $8.00
Ajika with sunflower oil, Green ajika, and Imeruli ajika
Side Salmon $12.00
Roasted Salmon with Svanuri salt and lemon
Side Grilled Chicken $7.00
Grilled Chicken with svanuri salt
Variety Of House Ferments $12.00
Variety of House Ferments* *may vary

Brunch Menu - Sauces
Tarragon Tkemali $3.00
Seasonal sour green plum sauce
Ajika With Sunflower Oil $3.00
Georgian style harissa
Green Ajika $3.00
Green pepper and fresh herb walnut dip
Imeruli Ajika $3.00
Roasted onion and walnut based spread
Satsebeli Sauce $3.00
Georgian spiced tomato sauce
Mint Sauce $3.00
Creamy mint sauce

Brunch Menu - Desserts
Honey Cake $12.00
Soft multilayer dulce de leche cake
Napoleon $12.00
Puff Pastry filled with creme patissiere topped with powdered sugar and raspberry
Chocolate Velvet With Berries $12.00
Rich Chocolate topped with fresh strawberries and raspberries
Peach Pelamushi (GF) $12.00

Appetizers
Taste Of Georgia $28.00
A tasteful selection of beet, ekala, spinach, eggplant, lobio pkhali– served with Chama Mama bread and smoked Georgian cheese *Pkhali are walnut based spreads
Beet Pkhali $14.00
Beets, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Ekala Pkhali $14.00
Georgian wild plant, walnut paste, roasted onion, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Eggplant Pkhali $14.00
Eggplant, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander, pomegranate molasses. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Spinach Pkhali $14.00
Spinach, walnuts, roasted onion, garlic, coriander. Topped with cilantro and pomegranate
Roasted Wild Mushrooms $15.00
Roasted king trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms, roasted red and yellow bell pepper, cilantro, tarragon and pomegranate seeds
Adjapsandali $15.00
Roasted vegetable ragout with eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper and tomato
Watermelon With Guda $16.00
Watermelon, Farm fresh Georgian Guda cheese, pal basil dressing, fresh herbs and pomegranate
Ramson Pkhali $14.00
Wild garlic from Georgia, cilantro, sunflower oil and vinegar

Soups
Mushroom Tarragon Soup (W/Salad) $18.00
King trumpet, oyster and white button mushrooms in a savory mushroom broth packed with fresh herbs. Served with Spring Herb Salad
Chikhirtma- Chicken Soup (W/ Salad) $18.00
Traditional Georgian chicken soup with egg, and cilantro. Served with Salad (salad contains seeds)

Puri Guliani
Chama Mama Seasonal Khachapuri $24.00
Seasonal Khachapuri with Chama Mama cheese blend topped with tarragon and opal basil
Adjaruli Khachapuri $18.00
Adjara region - Traditional open-faced khachapuri filled with Chama Mama cheese blend, topped with butter and egg. (egg comes mixed in already)
Imeruli Khachapuri $17.00
Imereti region - Our signature dough filled with Chama Mama cheese blend (4 slices)
Freshly Baked Bread $10.00
Freshly baked bread. Served with Ajika with sunflower oil
Georgian Style Freshly Baked Cornbread $12.00
Served with Green Ajika
Shoti Bread $10.00

Individual Puri Guliani
Kubdari With Summer Herb Salad $18.00
Puff pastry filled with spiced Beef and Pork. Served with Summer herb salad
Lobiani With Summer Herb Salad $16.00
Puff pastry filled with spiced beans. Served with Summer herb salad
Penovani With Summer Herb Salad $17.00
Puff pastry filled with Chama Mama cheese bend
Shoti Bread $10.00

Entrees
Wild Mushrooms With Eggs And Potatoes $20.00
Roasted wild mushrooms in cream sauce, smashed potatoes, eggs, and fresh herbs. Served with Chama Mama bread.
Chicken Mtsvadi $24.00
Marinated chicken skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate
Pork Mtsvadi $24.00
Marinated Pork skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate
Beef And Pork Kebab $26.00
House blend of beef and pork wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Chicken Kebab $26.00
House blend of chicken wrapped in lavash and served with satsebeli sauce.
Machkatebi $18.00
Georgian Farmers cheese pancakes, fresh berries, strawberry puree, powdered sugar and mint

Cocktails - To Go Cocktails
* Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item
Chacha Negroni $35.00
Chacha Negroni (Serves 2, 8oz) Primary Liquor(s): Chacha Spirit distilled from grapes *Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item
Chama Mama Old Fashioned $35.00
Chama Mama Old Fashioned (Serves 2, 8oz) Primary Liquor(s): Bourbon *Contains Tree nut *Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item
Lavender Blossom $35.00
Lavender Blossom (Serves 2, 8oz) Primary Liquor(s): Gin *Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item
Fresh Mint Chacha $35.00
Fresh Mint Chacha (Serves 2, 8oz) Primary Liquor(s): Chacha Spirit distilled from grapes *Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item

To Go Cocktails
* Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item
Chacha Negroni $35.00
Chacha Negroni (Serves 2, 8oz) Primary Liquor(s): Chacha Spirit distilled from grapes *Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item
Chama Mama Old Fashioned $35.00
Chama Mama Old Fashioned (Serves 2, 8oz) Primary Liquor(s): Bourbon *Contains Tree nut *Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item
Lavender Blossom $35.00
Lavender Blossom (Serves 2, 8oz) Primary Liquor(s): Gin *Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item
Fresh Mint Chacha $35.00
Fresh Mint Chacha (Serves 2, 8oz) Primary Liquor(s): Chacha Spirit distilled from grapes *Must be 21 or older to purchase *All alcoholic beverages must be accompanied by a substantial food item

Beer - Beer
Shavi Lomi - Georgian Lager $15.00
Kazbegi Georgian Lager $13.00
Filtered Georgian lager with pleasant hop aroma, and a balanced flavor ABV 4.9% *Must be 21 or older to purchase
Krombacher - Premium Pilsner $11.00
A smooth balance of hops and malt with a distinct crispness and a refreshing finish ABV: 4.8% *Must be 21 or older to purchase
Sixpoint Pilsner $11.00
Malt character is expectedly light. Touch of honey and a complementary biscuity notes ABV: 5.4% *Must be 21 or older to purchase
Barrier IPA $11.00
Medium amber IPA with notes of citrus ABV: 7.3% *Must be 21 or older to purchase

Beer
Shavi Lomi - Georgian Lager $15.00
Kazbegi Georgian Lager $13.00
Filtered Georgian lager with pleasant hop aroma, and a balanced flavor ABV 4.9% *Must be 21 or older to purchase
Krombacher - Premium Pilsner $11.00
A smooth balance of hops and malt with a distinct crispness and a refreshing finish ABV: 4.8% *Must be 21 or older to purchase
Sixpoint Pilsner $11.00
Malt character is expectedly light. Touch of honey and a complementary biscuity notes ABV: 5.4% *Must be 21 or older to purchase
Barrier IPA $11.00
Medium amber IPA with notes of citrus ABV: 7.3% *Must be 21 or older to purchase

Chama Mama Details

From the business
Identifies as women-owned

Service options
Outdoor seating
Curbside pickup
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in
Onsite services

Highlights
Fast service
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Great wine list
Serves local specialty

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Hard liquor
Healthy options
Organic dishes
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine

Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities
Bar onsite
Gender-neutral restroom
Restroom
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi

Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Romantic
Trendy
Upscale

Crowd
Family-friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safespace

Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Children
Good for kids
Has changing table(s)
High chairs

Parking
Free street parking
Paid parking garage
Paid street parking
Parking

Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside

Chama Mama Photos

Chama Mama Location

Chama Mama

New York Kings County Brooklyn Heights Montague Street

121 Montague St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

Chama Mama Reviews

An average rating of ★4.6 from 480 user reviews.

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Very nice restaurant definitely worth a visit. Very good atmosphere. Absolutely worth a visit to see if it’s the kind of food you like. The dumplings were good but had a bit of a funky taste. The bread with the lamb dish was excellent but they really heap the spices on the lamb itself. The eggplant-mix and mushroom starters were very good. I’d give all the dishes 7 or 8 out of 10. Note that the wines are only Georgian and like Greek wines, not that great.
May 17 · Richard S
The food here is insanely good, so many authentic Georgian dishes and everything tastes homemade. They’ve got a really nice wine and cocktail list too. Plus, it’s easy to get to from Manhattan and the space is way bigger than most NYC spots.
August 31 · Anastasia Migunova
Had a wonderful experience for my first time at Chama Mama. The staff took great care of walking us through the menu and recommending a nice variety of dishes. The cocktails are also UNREAL! I look forward to returning.
August 28 · Grace Combs
It was my first time having food from Georgia and doing it at Chama Mama was the best decision we could have made. They walked us through the menu and gave us amazing wine recommendations. The food they recommended was also the best. They brought us several sauces that were exquisite. The service was incredible. Our waiter Irakli was very kind and consistently came in to check on us. He walked us through how to eat the food and gave us the best experience. Would highly recommend Chama Mama if you love Georgian food and if you have never had it as well!
May 27 · Ivy Prada
I loved the space and atmosphere of this restaurant. Very spacious and classy.Food was great - taste of Georgia, kachapuri, mixed grill - all were fantastic.I also LOVED my mocktail - pineapple wild. My husband has the pretty in pink which was also delicious.Service was attentive. I think this will be a go to spot in the neighborhood - very glad that this restaurant opened in our nook.
July 20 · Kieun Shin