Where can you eat well and cheaply in Tbilisi?
What kind of places to look for and what lunch costs.
Short answer
In Tbilisi, eat well and cheaply at canteens, khinkali houses and family cafes away from Shardeni and Rustaveli, where lunch for one usually costs up to 30 GEL. For a quick, cheap snack, grab khachapuri from a bakery or shawarma. Tried-and-tested places under 30 GEL are in our 'Cheap eats in Tbilisi' ranking.
Why
- Prices in the touristy parts of the Old Town are noticeably above average.
- Saburtalo, Vake and Didube have many places for locals with moderate prices.
- Many cafes offer inexpensive business lunches on weekdays.
Details
Before ordering, check whether a service charge is included. Khinkali are ordered by the piece, usually at least five per person.
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Prices were collected in September 2026 and are given as ranges; they vary between venues.
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