Chicago Diplomat Cafe

“My first time here and we love it.”

My first time here and we love it. The waiter had great recommendation. Total try the different dishes and there portions are big enough to share. Food was seasoned and delicious. Felt very comfortable in the atmosphere.

Dianna Senina

Jan 2026

“Delicious food and great service.”

Delicious food and great service. We’re gonna come back again for sure. Thank you.

Sam

Jan 2026

“Amazing experience with food and drinks.”

Amazing experience with food and drinks. Very good hospitality. Highly recommend this place.

Sean Dapcevic

Dec 2025

“Excellent food and drinks.”

Excellent food and drinks. Delicious and authentic. Khachapuri and chacha particularly good.

Archil Pitimashvili

Dec 2025

“Went here with my friend (it was my first time) and it was very good.”

Went here with my friend (it was my first time) and it was very good! The appetizers are mostly bread and cheese which is phenomenal and they had a cream soda (pictured) that I had never seen before that tasted so good! Probably the best I've ever had. The food was very good and the service and atmosphere were nice and relaxed. Great place!

Dakota Richards

Dec 2025

“What a lovely restaurant.”

What a lovely restaurant! We recently had lunch here and ordered a few items, including the famous Khachapuri. Also ordered some delicious khinkali (steamed and fried) and lamb chops - yum! For drinks, we had some pear kompot (quince) and Georgian red wine (one of my favorites). Service was decent (the restaurant was not busy when we were there) and the ambience was quiet. Definitely recommend trying it if you’re in the city!

William Clewis (Will)

Nov 2025

“If you haven't been to the Chicago Diplomat Café, you must come try.”

If you haven't been to the Chicago Diplomat Café, you must come try! This place is honestly so good. It was only our second time trying Georgian food and certainly not our last- it is absolutely wonderful. Everything we had was so good, and Luka did such a great job welcoming us, taking care of us and providing recommendations. გმადლობთ! ჩვენ დავბრუნდებით.

Andrew Schaefer

Nov 2025

“Amazing restaurant.”

Amazing restaurant! Portions are great, filling but not heavy, and the staff are attentive and familiar with the menu. There’s no bad choice on the menu, highly recommend trying Georgian food!

Ethan S.

Sep 2025

“Today we finally managed to visit this restaurant.”

Today we finally managed to visit this restaurant. Everything was very tasty. The bottle of wine was drunk in about 15 minutes, it was so delicious. Chacha was soft and pleasant. We smelled khachapuri from the other end of the restaurant. It was unforgettable. As were the 20 khinkali that my wife and I ate. It was as tasty as those we ate in beautiful Georgia. Thanks to the waiter and the cooks for a pleasant evening and delicious food.

Aleksei Korneev

Jun 2025

“We travel from Milwaukee to come here and eat, it is the best food.”

We travel from Milwaukee to come here and eat, it is the best food. Our server Luka is very knowledgeable about all of the items and history, he gives great kindness always. Absolutely will be coming back again. See you soon 🤍 Try the wine.

Jillian Braatz

May 2025

“Delicious Georgian food.”

Delicious Georgian food! We had the Nigvziani Badrijani, Beef Chashushuli, and Chicken Tabaka. All were fantastic. And if you love garlic, you will love it here.

Jonathan Lin

Mar 2025

“This Georgian café is the real deal.”

This Georgian café is the real deal! Having spent about a year in Tbilisi across multiple trips, I can confidently say this place is truly authentic. The flavors, the atmosphere—it all feels like a slice of Georgia. While the shkmeruli wasn’t quite to my taste, the lamb stew and Satsivi (walnut sauce) was outstanding, and both the khinkali and khachapuri were top-notch. And for those who know Georgian culture, a true mark of authenticity—support Ukraine posters proudly on display. Highly recommend!

Nitin Malla

Mar 2025