Most people vacate the capital in summer and head west to the Black Sea resorts. Adjara, and its capital Batumi, is the most popular destination, offering both wild mountain nature and a full selection of entertainment. Check out our top dining choices for the region below, as always noting that there are many, many more to excite your taste-buds than this!
CAFÉ RETRO
Tucked away on a small side-street off of Batumi’s Piazza Square, this traditional Georgian café is said to serve the best Khachapuri in town. Lovers of the famous eggy cheese-boat gather here and enjoy it hot, steamy and crispy.
It can be a challenge finding a seat due to its popularity, but one that reaps reward. Staff are attentive, fast, and always on-hand to help you with whatever you might need.
Other traditional Georgian foods are available, and should you need something to wash the artery-clogging cheese and dough bomb down, a range of home-made Georgian wine, cha-cha and beers are available.
10 Takaishvili, Batumi
TEL (+995) 599511722
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Retro-Batumi/555257407868372
OPEN 9AM-11PM
BK
BK was once a bookshop and it has keep the two-level gallery style as well as the bookshelves and has since become a must-go place for fine European dining and cocktails with friends or family. Fast and friendly service guarantee a pleasant break from the rain. Our top recommendation- the seafood soup! It serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee and drinks.
25 M. Abashidze Ave., Batumi
TEL (+995) 514 81 13 13
https://www.facebook.com/bkbatumi/
OPEN 9 AM – 4 AM
GRILL TOWN
Boasting large windows and a terrace facing the picturesque ‘6 May Park’, this contemporary eatery is a favorite of many travelers in Batumi. The menu offers a range of European cuisine and traditional Georgian food.
Come for a quick meal and you may end up staying for the whole evening! You'll enjoy an ambient atmosphere with staff who will endeavor to make your meal out the best in Batumi.
24 Rustaveli Str., Batumi
TEL (+995) 574 00 77 64
https://www.facebook.com/grilltownbatumi/
OPEN 10AM - 1AM
BELLISSIMO
Three levels (one below ground) of style, comfort and excellent food and drink, an oasis in an otherwise dull urban environment. You can sit out at street level and people watch or head upstairs to the balconies. If it's air-con you're after, choose from the contemporary wooden tables inside.
Just 2 minutes from the New Boulevard and beach, this makes the perfect spot to grab a classy and worth-the-money lunch, or to enjoy after a day of sunbathing.
Where.ge recommends their pasta carbonara followed by a sumptuous lava cake! And on a hot day, grab a vanilla milkshake to cool you down!
14 Kobaladze Str., Batumi
TEL (+995) 555 11 77 33
https://www.facebook.com/Bellissimobatumi/
OPEN 8.30 AM - 2 AM
GOLD FISH
Traveling to the seaside and not eating fish is almost a crime. One of the best places to do that is located on the highway on the way to Batumi. A simple interior – red and white brick walls, minimalistic furniture, huge windows greet you, but the view over the Black Sea and iconic Batumi skyline is fantastic.
Even more fantastic is the freshly prepared fish. Of course, the menu is seasonal, and if the catch was good, you get a full plate of mullet or anchovy for a laughable price. The local seafood plate is indescribably big and tastes unbelievably good: the best dish to share with your friends over a draft beer or house wine.
5 Tamar Mepe Highway, Batumi
TEL (+995) 597 86 00 22
https://www.facebook.com/Gold-Fish-Batumi-537403882977823/
OPEN 11 AM - Midnight
AJARIAN WINE HOUSE
15 minutes inland from the sea is the Ajarian Wine House, offering a full display of true Georgia- from a fully-stocked wine cellar to tables laden with the best of Georgian cuisine. You can also smoke hand-rolled Georgian tobacco should you so wish.
The ideal place to take a breath of nature and relax with friends and family in incredible scenic surroundings. Booking is recommended as it is very popular, especially in summer.
1 Adjaristskali, Khelvachauri, Adjara
TEL (+995) 577 21 40 02
OPEN 10 AM - 12 AM