Despite priding itself on its national cuisine, Georgians have taken to American-style burgers like pirates to plunder. Tbilisi’s growing number of burger restaurants have also given expatriates longing for the tastes of home a chance to eat a staple of Western cuisine, as well as tourists (who often consume their bodyweight in Georgian food during their first few days at the hands of their hosts) a reprieve from national dishes.

BURGER HOUSE TBILISI

This tiny establishment belies a true gem of the city that no burger lover should miss. Situated close to Freedom Square, the variety of the menu and the quality of the meat are not to be missed. Suitable for those traditionalists who like a fat burger topped with bacon and eggs.

ADDRESS: 25 Puskin Street

TEL: (+995) 555 46 74 44

PIPES BURGER JOINT

With the light fixtures and door handles giving this restaurant its name, PIPES serves a more eclectic gourmet-style of burger. Yet although its burgers are infused with spices or covered in adventurous sauces, tradition is upheld by every dish being served with a generous portion of French fries.

ADDRESS: 8 Vashlovani Street

TEL: (+995) 555 28 07 32

BURGER BAR

Situated in the heart of Tbilisi’s downtown Saburtalo district, this burger joint offers a wide range of burgers on its menu, for those feeling a little hungry to others feeling ravenous. Along with its food, Burger Bar’s sleek, modern interior of this joint stand it in contrast to the Georgian and Ukrainian restaurants nearby, as well as its reasonable prices.

ADDRESS: 32a Kazbegi Street 

TEL: (+995) 595 212 010/598 932 010

BBQ KITCHEN

Sitting on Saburtalo’s bustling Pekini Street, BBQ Kitchen offers beautifully cooked burgers that cater to a traditional style. However, as the name suggests, other barbecue options are available, including steaks that will merit a return visit for any meat-lover.

ADDRESS: 4 Pekini Street

TEL: (+995) 595 07 99 33

MUGSY'S BURGER

These small, jolly restaurants offer tasty, no-nonsense burgers at very affordable prices. Its chicken wings infused with bacon and its chicken wrap snack are also highly recommended.

ADDRESS: Vazha Pshavela 63/ R. Eristavi 14 (Round Garden)

TEL: (+995) 599 33 43 74