Pomegranate Russian-Georgian Restaurant
Pomegranate Russian-Georgian Restaurant
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APPETIZERS -- ZAKUSKI |
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Ajap SandaliA traditional Georgian vegetarian ragout -- eggplant, onions, green peppers, tomatoes, herbs, khmeli-suneli seasoning, our improvement to Western civilization. Appetizer $7.75, Entree $10.85 |
$7.75 | |
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Salat Olivier with or without chickenPerhaps the most typical of Russian salads. One of Napoleon's few conquests in Russia. Try it! |
$9.50 | |
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PelmeniSiberian meat dumplings, garnished with yogurt and spicy condiments. (A great idea -- have a cup of real Russian tea from our samovar to compliment this true folk dish.) |
$9.50 | |
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Fish PelmeniFilled with a mixture of salmon and chicken. Exquisite! |
$10.50 | |
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KhachapuriCheese pie. "Life without khachapuri is a pure waste." Evokes passionate praise from the lips of any Georgian. A medley of exotic fillings folded into a dough crust. (A hot samovar tea or a light wine will put you into an agreeable mood.) |
$7.50 | |
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LobioBeans! We love it. And with walnuts, ah... It is eaten to set the appetite going. |
$7.75 | |
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PkhaliA well-known Kavkaz mountain appetizer of finely cut vegetables and herbs married with lemon and garlic. Sometimes the mountain folk add beets and walnuts to this sprightly peasant dish. |
$7.50 | |
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Georgian green salad with cheeseA zesty introduction to your main course. |
$11.50 | |
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Georgian Eggplant SalatTry this dish once and your wife will never see you again...grumbling. |
$10.75 | |
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Salat VesnaSalad made of fresh cabbage with berries, herbs, and a serious love. |
$10.75 | |
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Ikra Badrijannayathe poor man's caviar. A vegetarian's dream of heaven when in hell. |
$9.50 | |
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KhinkaliPeasant-style meat or vegetarian dumplings. (A serious crime is committed by not ordering a glass of beer with this mountain delight.) |
$9.75 | |
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VarenikiPotato-onion or potato-cheese dumplings. An extraordinary dish, especially if you're from Odessa! |
$10.25 | |
THIS IS THE BEGINNING OF A BEAUTIFUL FRIENDSHIP! |
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BorschtAlmost a meal in itself. Beet roots, potatoes, cabbage and other vegetables and meats are simmered for hours to produce culinary magic. Served with a dollop of sour cream, at your pleasure. |
$9.75 | |
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Vegan Borscht"All borscht to the people!" |
$9.50 | |
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Peter the Great SchiRussian peasant soup with bread on the side. A secret enjoyment of nobility. |
$10.75 | |
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Jon's SoupA reflection of Jon's mood. Seasonally adjusted to the Tbilisi stock exchange. Please ask. |
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Cold OkroshkaYogurt and herbs and our love. Oh, baby! |
$9.25 | |
IT DON'T MEAN A THING IF YOU AIN'T GOT THAT SWING! |
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Russian BBQBeef. Platter with two sides: choice of potatoes, kasha, Red October. |
$15.50 | |
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Georgian BBQPork. Platter with two sides: choice of potatoes, kasha, Red October. |
$15.51 | |
FOR A FISTFUL OF RUBLES... |
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GolubtsiVillage-style cabbage rolls, filled with a ground beef mixture and simmered in beef stock, to which sour cream is added just before serving to create a rich broth. |
$16.50 | |
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Chakhokhbili"Georgian Eagle" -- Another peasant specialty, this chicken casserole will make your mouth water. Large pieces of chicken simmered with onions, tomatoes, bay leaves, lemons and sometimes a little sherry -- plus, of course, the Chef's secret spices. Even Stalin melted at the prospect of this aromatic dish. (Try a glass of young red wine with it and you'll fly like an eagle.) |
$16.70 | |
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Chicken TabakaPressed fried Cornish hen, split down the middle and fried under a flat river rock. The ultimate definition of tenderness. (A strong Russian tea or a bottle of Cabernet will put you in a pensive mood. "How wonderful the world is!" Allow approximately 20 minutes for us to catch a chicken first.) |
$19.50 | |
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ZharkoyieThis tradition and recipe comes to you directly from the times of Ivan the Terrible. Braised beef (unfortunately, we can't get bear meat) with onions, dried fruit and our "far-away" spices. (This Hunter's Joy cries out for a good red wine and a long, slow meal over which you'll want to recollect the good times and dream of those that are to come.) |
$18.50 | |
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ChanakhiIn Georgia, it's "wine, women, song -- and chanakhi!" Wherever friends gather for good conversation, well-aged red wine and good true fellowship, this festive food is served. It's a lamb stew seasoned with the aromatic spices most characteristic of Georgian cooking. |
$19.60 | |
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Roast Leg of LambA feast for lovers, young and old -- quintessence of lamb prepared in the finest tradition of our cuisine. With village-style potatoes. You'll never forget this dish. |
$25.50 | |
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Beef StroganoffTry this indulgent yet restrained marvel. Russia's claim to fame. |
$20.50 | |
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Vegetarian StroganoffUnbelievably delicious! |
$16.50 | |
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ChakapuliA celebration of spring in your heart! Lamb, onions, tarragon, wine, plum sauce. (Should any be left over, it is best on the second day; or on the seventh day -- when God created Georgia!) |
$19.50 | |
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Shashlik[Served on Fridays and Saturdays only -- allow 25 minutes.] Your choice of meats marinated in yogurt or pomegranate juice and grilled over prunings that give shashlik its tantalizing aroma. It is said that this dish saved the accord in 1944 in Yalta between Stalin, Churchill and Roosevelt. Pork Loin or Chicken $17.50 / Lamb $23.50 |
$17.50 | |
HOW DEEP IS THE OCEAN... |
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Smoked Rainbow Trout or Smoked SalmonSalmon or trout is smoked over a slow hardwood fire in the Georgian mountain style. Taste this gourmet treat and die happy. Market price varies unless the Chef goes fishing himself. Around $19.50 |
$19.50 | |
LA DOLCE VITA or EYES WIDE SHUT |
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Babushka's SurpriseA fresh-baked apple filled with sweet fruits, walnuts and honey; topped with ice cream. |
$6.50 | |
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Toad Sweat Ice CreamNot for the faint of heart! |
$6.75 | |
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Kutuzov Soup VishnyaWild cherry soup. Captures the heights of pleasure. |
$7.50 | |
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Napoleon TorteEscape with this sinful retreat. |
$8.75 | |
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Zhukov TorteOverwhelms the defenses of all your senses. |
$7.25 | |
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Turkish CoffeeOur Turkish coffee is black as night, hot as love, sweet as sin, and powerful as damnation. The perfect way to end your evening meal. $6.50 |
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Russian Samovar TeaWatch the Russian way of tea drinking. |
$4.00 | |
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We carry Blenheim sodas!Ginger Ales! Cheerwine, the ladies' afternoon delight. Our sodas are: scary; extra strength; and drop dead! |
$4.75 | |
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ABOUT THE RESTAURANT
- Waiter Service: Yes
- Kid Friendly: Yes
- Reservations: Available
- Outdoor Seating: Yes
- Attire: Casual
- Parking: Street
- Noise Level: Vibrant
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Smoking Allowed: No
- Takeout: Yes
- Delivery: No
- Catering: No
- Function Rooms: No
- WiFi: No
- Alcohol: Beer & Wine
- Has Bar or Lounge: No
ACTIVITY STATISTICS
| Food Rating | 4.5 based on 20 ratings |
| Service Rating | 3 based on 6 ratings |
| Atmosphere Rating | 3.83 based on 6 ratings |
| Menu Item Rating | 4.4 based on 15 ratings |
| Best Menu Item | Vareniki |
| Positive List Appearances | 3 |
| Negative List Appearances | none |
| Number of Locations | 3 |
COMMENT CARDS
The room was packed. It took a fair amount of creativity to find a path to the table my friends had taken. The white walls are covered in the hand-written thoughts and adages of past patrons; apparently, graffiti is allowed if not encouraged. It took a while to get any service, but it didn't really matter. We were lost in the charm and over good vibe of the room.
For dinner we got a salad sampler (which came with eating instructions) and a meat-dumpling appetizer. The variety of textures and flavors were a brilliant prelude for the entrees to come. For dinner, I had the pork Shashlik: a kabob which is disassembled table side and drizzled with a pomegranate molasses. The meat was tender and juicy with a great combination of spices.
The selection of Russian beers made a perfect complement. I had never tried Russian/Georgian food before last night, but it definitely left a lasting impression. I'll be making my way back to Pomegranate post haste.