Georgian restaurant
GALAKTION
GALAKTION brings Georgian cooking to a narrow Asmalı Mescit street, from khachapuri and khinkali to plum-sauced plates and Georgian wine in a book-lined, softly lit room.
₺600–1,800
The story
GALAKTION cooks a broad Georgian menu: khinkali, several kinds of khachapuri, walnut-stuffed eggplant, lobio, shkmeruli, and chicken or fish finished with plum sauce, alongside Georgian bottles including Saperavi. Coriander runs through enough dishes that it is flagged clearly, while ponchik, medovik, and Napolyon carry the meal into a similarly rich finish. Georgian books, wall decor, music, and warm lighting give the room an easy, lived-in character instead of a polished theme. Live piano or other live music appears on some nights, and the relaxed pace suits long dinners over wine and shared plates.
Good to know
TAGGG AI- ✦Portions tend to feel filling, so ordering a little less can land better than a full spread.
- ✦Advance booking helps; tables can fill up even on weekdays.
- ✦Khachapuri and khinkali come up repeatedly as reliable signature orders.
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