Georgian·Chelsea, New York·$$·★ 4.6 Google
Chama Mama
High Riskhigh confidence
Cross-contamination risk is high due to flour-heavy kitchen and lack of gluten-free protocols; staff explicitly warn celiacs that food is not safe.
Gluten-Free Offerings
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Cross-Contamination
High
High cross-contamination risk in this kitchen.
Staff Knowledge
High
Staff are knowledgeable and can guide GF diners confidently.
Illness Reports
None
No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.
GF Labeling
Not labeled
GF Options
14 items identified
GF Sentiment
Mostly negative
About
Chama Mama in Chelsea is a go-to spot for authentic Georgian cuisine. They're famous for their khachapuri, a cheese-filled bread, and khinkali, juicy dumplings that burst with broth. It's a great place for a casual dinner with friends, where you can share dishes and enjoy natural wines. The restaurant is co-owned by Tamara Chubinidze, who has been introducing New Yorkers…
GF Menu
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14 items
View Full Menu ↗SALADS
Spring Herb Salad 🌱
Baby gem lettuce, radish, sliced red cabbage, fresh herbs, pomegranate, opal basil tossed in a tarragon pumpkin seed dressing.
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Georgian Salad 🌱
Classic Georgian tomato, cucumber, and herb salad with sunflower oil and lemon juice, garnished with pomegranate and Opal Basil.
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Chama Mama Salad 🌱
Georgian fermented sprouts with arugula, radish, red onion, cucumber, sunflower oil.
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APPETIZERS
Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves
Lamb, rice, mint, garlic sour cream. Served hot.
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Adjapsandali 🌱
Roasted vegetable ragout with eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell peppers and tomato.
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PURI GULIANI
Freshly Baked Cornbread 🌱
Georgian Cornbread served with Ajika.
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WHAT'S DINNER WITHOUT...
Braised Lamb and Tarragon Stew (Chakapuli)
Braised lamb cooked in Tsolikouri wine, sour green plums, and fresh tarragon. Served with Chama Mama Shoti Bread.
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Megruli Kharcho - Chicken
Chicken in walnut sauce with marigold, garlic and Georgian spices. Served with fresh grits (ghomi).
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Megruli Kharcho - Cauliflower 🌱
Cauliflower in walnut sauce with marigold, garlic, and Georgian spices. Served with fresh grits (ghomi).
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Chicken Mtsvadi
Marinated chicken skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate.
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Pork Mtsvadi
Marinated pork skewers served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate.
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Lamb chops
Marinated lamb rack served with tarragon tkemali, red onions and pomegranate.
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Mixed Grill
Selection of chicken kebab, pork and chicken mtsvadi skewers, and lamb chops. Served with pickled red cabbage and tkemali sauce.
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SIDES
Variety of House Ferments 🌱
House fermented vegetables; selection changes throughout the season.
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Logistics
Address
149 W 14th St, New York, NY 10011, USA
Phone
(646) 438-9007Hours
Monday12:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 – 10:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 – 10:00 PM
Thursday12:00 – 10:00 PM
Friday12:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM