Found just off Liberty (Freedom) Square on Tabidze Street, 9 MTA (9 Mountains in Georgia) is rumored to have the best khinkali in town. The light pastry of their khinkali is filled with rich meaty juice and accompanied by a buttery sauce. True to the rumors, it’s delicious.

Not only serving a mix of bar food and Georgian classics, 9 MTA also offers an impressive craft beer menu with over 24 beers on tap from around the world. It is the only place in Tbilisi where it is possible to drink the famous Brewdog beer from the UK. You can also buy bottles to take home. Although not cheap by Tbilisi standards, the quality of the food and drink here it a cut above the average. You can also spend the evening battling away on their table football table or with their board games.

The interior is a modern combination of industrial and cozy. Friendly staff in hip clothing are very attentive. Expect great food, tasty beer, and a nice atmosphere in the heart of Old Town Tbilisi.