Khinkalnaya on Shchepkina opened in Moscow relatively recently. Little time has passed, and not only local residents, but also numerous guests of the capital know about this institution.
Main landmark
Khinkalnaya on Shchepkina is not included in any of the two large networks of similar institutions that operate today in Moscow and other Russian cities. It is a small cafe that focuses on the preparation of dough products with various fillings.
According to him, the manager of this institution, Georgy Aliashvili Khinkalnaya on Shchepkina, was created in order to enable people to appreciate all the advantages of Georgian national cuisine. Unlike large restaurants, the main product here is represented by only two types. As a filling, only beef, lamb and pork are used.
The task of the staff is to cook real khinkali exactly as any Georgian housewife makes them at home. It is not about how to defeat a client on the spot with a rich assortment of dishes. Khinkalnaya on Shchepkina is more reminiscent of a welcoming home, where the hosts are pleased to welcome guests. Smiling waiters will quickly fulfill the order, and those who are here for the first time will be helped to make the right choice.
Description of the institution
The new khinkalnaya cafe is located near the Prospekt Mira metro station. It is practically in the city center, which provides the institution with a sufficient number of customers. Today, there are many lovers who want to enjoy mouth-watering dishes of oriental cuisine and feel the real Georgian hospitality.
The interior of the room creates all the conditions for this. The khinkalnaya cafe includes two small, but rather cozy rooms. The walls are painted in soft pastel colors with elements of real brickwork.
Heavy furniture made of wood made in the old style. An unpretentious atmosphere reigns inside the rooms, which are helped by paintings hanging on the walls depicting national feasts. Original lamps, also stylized as antique, give the room a special cosiness. Each visitor feels like a welcome guest, who, along with other people, was invited to a home celebration.
Unbiased opinion
Many Muscovites and guests of the capital really like Khinkalnaya on Schepkina. Reviews about this place are mostly positive.
But there are those who are embarrassed, for example, too loud speech. But it should be noted that in this cafe, in addition to a working TV and pleasant background music, sports are often held. It is difficult to imagine silent fans who quietly eat and follow what is happening on the screen.
In addition, Georgians quite often enter the khinkal, and these are very impulsive people who are used to vigorously expressing their emotions. There is also free Wi-Fi in the room, which attracts lovers of internet communication here.
In fact, this is an ordinary cafe, aimed at ordinary people. They are not offered any kind of supernatural service, special refinements of the interior and a rich entertainment program. Such an institution is usually visited in order to chat with friends and at the same time have a tasty meal.
Decent menu
What does Khinkalnaya na Shchepkina offer visitors? The menu of this cafe cannot be called meager.
Guests can order:
- A variety of salads ("Greek", "Georgian", "Caesar" and others).
- Soups (kharcho and hearty borsch with fresh beef).
- Cold appetizers (assorted greens, cheese and pickles, lobio, ajapsandali, satsivi, phali and tongue with horseradish).
- Delicious hot dishes (dolma, chakapuli, fried lamb, pork and veal, kuchmachi, kupat, chkmeruli, khinkali and ojahuri).
- Potatoes are usually served on the side dish: fries, fried and home-style.
- On the grill, experienced cooks cook: dorado, trout, salmon steak, barbecue, lamb kebab made from lamb and veal.
- The hot dishes include sauces: satsebel, yoghurt, tkemali, adjika and ordinary sour cream.
- From fresh pastries, there is always pita bread, khachapuri and mchadi.
- Large selection of carbonated drinks, juices and mineral water.
- For dessert - matsoni, baklava and jam.
For large restaurants, this is a modest choice. And for a small institution - a great opportunity to get to know the habits and traditions of the Georgian people.