Type: Soviet dining room (cantina) of Georgian cuisine. Address: 9 April street, Kutaisi.
Rating: not listed on popular websites (this is an inexpensive dining room).
Reviews: Mentioned in blogs as an authentic experience.
The reason for the fame: An authentic working lunch – "Nihrik" has been working since Soviet times, feeding workers in markets and factories.
In 2025, Wander-Lush ranked it among the 11th best places in Kutaisi with the phrase “the best authentic work lunch.”
Chanakhi, hashlama, lula kebab, etc. are served here. simple dishes at very low prices – everything is honest and satisfying.
Although he is not on TripAdvisor, the oral fame and recommendations of bloggers have brought "Nihrik" a cult status among sophisticated travelers.
If you want to try Kutaisi “like a local”, go here.
