Khinkali House - Experience Authentic Georgian Cuisine in Glendale

Fantastic dinner, we had a religious experience with the beef khinkali Georgian dumplings, we tried both fried and boiled dumplings with all the fillings, and the staff were very kind and taught us the proper way to eat them without making a mess. Highly recommend the boiled beef and fried cheese with some Georgian wine and cake, ptchye moloko.

Khinkali House in Glendale is amazing! Authentic Georgian food with bold, comforting flavors. The khinkali were juicy and perfectly seasoned, and everything we tried tasted fresh and homemade. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Staff were friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend if you want to try something unique and delicious!

The OG Soup Dumpling: Why Khinkali House is Glendale’s Best Kept Secret Let’s get one thing straight: if you think the "soup dumpling" started with a two-hour wait outside a Din Tai Fung, you’re about 600 years late to the party. While the culinary world is currently obsessed with the delicate, bite-sized Xiao Long Bao—which didn't even show up until the 1870s in Shanghai—the Georgians have been perfecting this craft since the 13th-century Mongol invasions. Khinkali is the OG. It’s the rugged, fist-sized ancestor that doesn't need a bamboo steamer basket or a nervous touch. It’s a meal that requires soul, a bit of primitive technique, and a complete disregard for your clean shirt. Tucked away on Artsakh Avenue, Khinkali House is where you go to pay your respects to this ancient culinary titan. Atmosphere & The Opening Act I dropped in on a rare, miserable rainy day in Glendale. Sitting out in their roomy, covered patio while the water drummed against the roof was pure atmospheric gold—the kind of setting that demands heavy, unapologetic comfort food. The service is sharp, warm, and attentive. Before tackling the massive dumplings, you must prepare the palate. I started with their Borscht. It arrived as a deep, vibrant crimson pool of beet-infused soul, swimming with tender beef, cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. Earthy, slightly sweet, and served at a temperature that could ward off any chill. It tells you immediately that this kitchen honors its bloodline. The Main Event: The Four Pillars of Khinkali Unlike thin-skinned Xiao Long Bao, Khinkali is built for battle. It’s a massive, boiled parcel with thick, satisfyingly chewy dough gathered at the top into a "handle" (the kudi). You don’t eat the handle—you use it to hoist the beast, bite a hole in the side, aggressively slurp out the liquid gold trapped inside, and devour the rest. I worked my way through all four flavors: Ground Beef & Pork: The classic heavyweight. The moment you pierce the dough, a rich, heavily spiced, savory broth floods your spoon. The meat is fatty in all the right ways and laced with herbs. Lamb: A masterclass in bold, unapologetic flavor. The lamb adds a deeply gamey, sophisticated depth. As it boils, the rendered fat mixes with the internal liquids to create a darker, earthier, and aggressively flavorful broth. Mushroom: Often treated as an afterthought elsewhere, here it hits you with a massive wave of umami. The mushrooms produce a fragrant, woodsy liqueur that proves you don't need meat to create a complex masterpiece. Georgian Cheese (The Undisputed Champion): My absolute favorite. An exercise in pure, primal decadence. Biting into this unleashes a molten, gooey river of tangy, salty Georgian cheese. It pulls, it stretches, and the sharp bite against the warm dough is a spiritual experience. The Verdict The only tragedy here is that the dumplings are so filling, you have to leave the rest of the menu unexplored. I am already plotting my return for the Adjarskiy Khachapuri (the famous Georgian cheese boat), the Zhengyalov Hatz, and the wildly intriguing Osetrina (Sturgeon) Skewer. Xiao Long Bao is great for a polite, light lunch, but Khinkali is for when you want to feel something real. Khinkali House brings a 13th-century mountain staple to a Glendale patio and makes it feel essential. Grab a handle, watch the rain, and eat like a Georgian highlander. You can thank me later.

Khinkali House in Glendale is a rare opportunity for truly delicious food Yes, it's a little pricey, but after the first bite, any questions about the prices disappear. The service is excellent—fast, polite, and with a smile. My personal favorite is the fried lamb khinkali. It's not just a dish, it's fantastic Another plus is the warm and beautiful girls who greet and see guests off, making you feel like you're not just here for a meal, but in a good mood. A place you'll want to return to... and again and again!

Had to go to Glendale to take a civil-service exam, so I took advantage of the opportunity to try some authentic cooking from the Eurasian country of Georgia, which borders Turkey and Armenia. Got take-out: the megrelsky (similar to cheese pizza, perfectly cooked and wonderfully seasoned) one boiled lamb khinkali (dumpling) one fried ground-beef khinkali. All delicious, oil didn’t feel too heavy or too light; just the right amount of salt and seasoning. The lamb was just about perfect — tender, juicy, and flavorful, enveloped in savory broth. The fried dumpling was done just enough, and ground beef has never tasted so delicious $31.95 with tax. Staff is a mix of Georgians, Russians and Ukrainians, and their language sounds beautiful. It’s been said that war was invented so Americans could learn geography, and I hope the same will be said of LA-area restaurants If I lived nearby, I’d treat myself monthly.

The place was beautiful and calm. There's many places to get dessert and stuff too around the restaurant. The food was a bit too salty for my family's taste but it was still delicious!

We had a great experience at this restaurant. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the food was absolutely delicious. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. The service truly elevated our visit. Our waiter was incredibly knowledgeable about the dishes, especially the khinkali, and shared so much interesting information about Georgian cuisine that we actually thought she was Georgian! It turned out she was Armenian, which made her deep knowledge and passion even more impressive. She was attentive and genuinely cared that we enjoyed every dish we ordered, making sure everything met our expectations. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic flavors and excellent service.

Get the dumplings! I mean, it's in the name of the place! Trust me, you won't regret it! Got their Zhengyalov Hatz, but compared to another place I've been to, it's not bad, BUT the herbal flavors weren't as strong as what I've tried elsewhere. Still not bad though! I'd still come back and try their other dishes!