First time here and first time trying Georgian food. Restaurant is beautiful and customer service was excellent. Not familiar with this type of food, curious, we tried a few popular dishes. The beef dumplings were huge and a hint spicy. The sour beat salad was also good, hubby liked it more than me. The assortment of dips, beet, bell pepper and spinach was unique and delicious. My favorite were the beets and bell pepper! The dish with the bread, cheese and egg was good but a little too salty, I think if some tomatoes were added on top, it would've balanced the flavor better. This restaurant and cuisine is unique and definitely worth coming to check out. Looking forward to coming back and trying other dishes! Free Parking located in the back parking structure, entrance is on Lake, be sure to get restaurant validation! read more

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Hold up! We are talking about Georgia, the Eurasia COUNTRY and not Georgia like Atlanta Georgia. Location & Parking : behind the Chase Bank building off of Lake and Deda validates up to 2 hours of parking (saving $13.50). Hostess: She looks like Selena Gomez from 10 years ago. Ultra gorgeous. Girl crushes her instantly. Ambiance & Space & Bar: 10/10 magnificent! Great vibes! Great for business or celebrations. Impressive for large groups. Beautiful. Service: impeccable and definitely know great customer service Food: cultural awakening. The restaurant is filled customers who were Eurasian and that's a fabulous sign for authenticity. I depended on yelp for photos because of my first time encountering words such as khinkali and adjaruli khachapuri . Their signature dish is a khinkali that looks like a Chinese mega huge soupy Xiao Long Bao but the flavors are bold in spaces but still soupy. Khachapuri is a fun interactive cheese boat bread. We also ordered the creamy shrimp and served as a great sauce for the other dishes. read more

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This is a very niche cuisine, Georgian, as in the country and not American southern comfort food. I wish they offered small plates of these unfamiliar dishes so I could order several without breaking the bank (this being a very posh high-end place). The beef 'doughboy' dumpling has very savory wagyu and broth inside but the very thick wrapper fills you up after a few bites. (The Chinese equivalent would be called a 'bao' not dumpling.) The chicken with walnut sauce is cold sliced chicken breast swimming in walnut puree' sauce. I wish our waiter had told us it's a cold soupy dish but it is what it is. Dark meat would have made this dish more palatable. My friend loved her rosé Georgian wine. A note on the latin pop music they play in the dining room, not my cup of tea, but quite surprising given Georgia has produced some of the world's greatest classical musicians in the past 15 years: pianist Khatia Buniatishvili, violinist Lisa Batiashvili, opera singers Anita Rachvelishvili, Nino Machaidze, Paata Burchuladze, George Gagnidze (the last of whom I interviewed for my blog before his Hollywood Bowl debut in "Otello".) I understand classical music is consumed by only 2% of the U.S. population, still it seems to me a missed opportunity to introduce great Georgian culture in addition to the cuisine. In sum, a welcome new addition to Pasadena's diverse foodie culture, very chic and Instagrammable, come here for drinks even if you don't care for the food. read more

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Delicious! We had only had khachapuri before, so I was really curious as to what other Georgian food was. The warmed eggplant salad tasted like braised Chinese eggplant - really savory and with peppers. We also ordered khinkali kalakuri - boiled, which was like an XLB but bigger. Khachapuri was more delicate than the other versions we had and was tasty. Our server, Alona, recommended the lamb chops, which we all enjoyed too! We enjoyed everything we ordered, and the service and ambiance was wonderful too. read more

Deda Restaurant - Lamb chops - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

First time trying Georgian food and it was amazing Food is excellent service was amazing Great atmosphere Our server nikita explained and recommended the best dishes Definitely recommend this spot read more

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Deda is such a special addition to the LA food scene -- the first Georgian restaurant in Los Angeles, and it's absolutely worth the visit! We started with two standout cocktails: Dediko - light, fruity, and super refreshing. Muraba - rich and jammy with warm spice notes. For food, the Khinkali Kalakuri dumplings were juicy and flavorful -- don't forget to slurp the broth inside! The Adjaruli Khachapuri was the star of the table: boat-shaped bread filled with melted cheese, butter, and a runny egg -- indulgent and perfect for sharing. The Pkhali Mezze brought a colorful variety of walnut-based veggie spreads (beet, spinach, and eggplant) with so much depth of flavor. The interior is warm, modern, and inviting -- think elevated but cozy, with traditional touches that feel like a nod to Georgia's roots. Service was so friendly and attentive -- our server took time to explain the dishes and made us feel truly welcome. Whether you're new to Georgian cuisine or already a fan, Deda is a must-try. You can really taste the love in every bite. read more

Deda Restaurant - Phkali mezze - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

I saw the rate in yelp and I thought that it was a good restaurant. But it is actually so bad. Warm eggplant salad is mid, but other than that, it is so bad. The cheese pizza is very salty at some place and other place with no flavor. The dumplings are salty, especially the soup in it. Also, the dumplings have only one flavor, which is salty. The roasted pork is also bad. Throughout the entire meal, it is too salty. read more

Deda Restaurant - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Food: I was particularly intrigued by their khinkali as someone interested in exploring different cuisines and seeing something similar yet different to Chinese cuisine. The Khinkali Kalakuri was a great taste of Georgian cuisine. It was very much like a large soup dumpling but the flavor profile was more Mediterranean with additional spices. Would order this again. We also had the Lamb Mtsvadi but next time I think we would go with the Chaqapuli Lamb Shank which looks more like a stew and might pair better with their house puri. The pomegranate lemonade tasted nice also! Dessert, Saperavis Pelamushi, was not too sweet and the grape flavor definitely was nice. The crunchy bits also added a nice texture. Service: Many thanks to our server Fabio for his attentiveness. It was a bit cold outside coming in the winter and we were given a blanket which was very thoughtful. Ambiance: Outdoor seating was nice overall! Especially grateful the allowed dogs and it was nice to have our dog with us to enjoy the evening! My mom liked their lighting and the Georgian music was an interesting genre to listen to. read more

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Very nice ambiance. Tried Georgian food for the first time. It was so good. Very good portions. We had so much left overs. $$$. Lunch for 3= spent $232. 3 entries and 3 appetizers read more

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If you want to ride a unique experience for your weekend brunch, come to Deda Restaurant where tradition meets contemporary campaign for wholesome eating. You are in for major delight! From soft rhythm of Georgian songbirds to yummy menu selections and heartfelt service, you won't help but look forward to returning for more discoveries. read more

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My friend took me here and honestly, I had no idea what I was walking into. Georgian food was new to me. The vibe immediately won me over: warm, cozy, the kind of place where you settle in and let the meal take its time. We kicked things off with Khachapuri, and the best way I can describe it is a really good cheese pizza minus the sauce. Rich, doughy, comforting. It sets the tone for the rest of the meal. The eggplant salad was my personal highlight of the night. Flavorful, well-seasoned, and somehow way more exciting than eggplant has any right to be. Easily the standout dish of the meal. For mains, I had the lamb chops and the Khinkali Kalakuri. Both were solid. The dumplings especially had a great depth of flavor, but if I'm being honest, neither quite blew me away. Good food, satisfying food, just not the kind of dish you're still talking about a week later. Drinks were a nice touch and definitely worth exploring. Service was okay but a small note: I had to flag someone down when I was ready to wrap up since no one really came by to check in. Not a dealbreaker at all, but given the atmosphere and the overall vibe of the place, I expected just a little more attentiveness. Parking heads up: There's a structure nearby with an entrance off Lake or the street behind it (I blanked on the name). They validate, and I only ended up paying $2, so parking is basically a non-issue. All in all, Deda is a solid spot for a fun, different dining experience, especially if you're branching out from your usual rotation. Come hungry, come curious, and definitely start with that eggplant salad. read more

I can't believe I haven't written a review yet - I walked here for dinner during a business trip and I still think about it every week. I went first with just one coworker, and we ordered the cucumber salad, the cheese khinkali, the trio of dips and the beans/sausage. All were AMAZING. I loved the dips, but you're definteily going to need more crackers than they give you. The cheese khinkali was DIVINE, but soo sooo rich. You have to eat them hot - don't let them congeal. The beans were also delicious - I didn't eat the sausage; my coworker said it was okay. The second time we went, aka two days later, we went with a bigger group. We got the cheese khachapuri, and also, SOO GOOD, and do not let it congeal. We got all the same things as the two days before since we had two more people eating with us, as well as the chocolate mousse. I believe they got the meat khinkali too and they were all really happy with it. I do wish they served just the beans for us vegetarians/vegans. I'll ask about that next time. The food is SOOO GOOD. I've never had Georgian food before and it was just as good as I had expected. I can't wait to go back omg. read more

First time eating here and was impressed. Lemon chicken, fish, dumplings, great. I would leave this restaurant for special occasions though so I can appreciate their food and atmosphere more. read more

What a hidden gem! The place has great ambience and even better food. If you've never tried Georgian food, wait no more. The flavor combos will make your night, as will the deliciously unique drinks! Our waiter Andrew was especially friendly and helpful! read more

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My first time having Georgian food and what a treat! So glad this place opened up in Pasadena! Every dish we ordered was so delicious and unique! Big open space - great for parties and there's even a private room for rent. Will definitely come back to try more dishes! read more

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This is hands down one of the best restaurants I've been to. The food is always incredibly fresh, high quality, and consistently delicious. You can really taste the care in every dish. I'm a regular guest here, and every visit has been a great experience -- both the kitchen and the service never disappoint. Special thanks to Nikita and Asia -- always warm, attentive, and professional. They make the atmosphere even more welcoming. Highly recommend! read more

Deda Restaurant - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Amazing food and experience! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff made us feel right at home. The service was attentive without being and everything came out quickly and fresh. The food was incredible, full of authentic Georgian flavors and perfectly balanced. Every bite was delicious, and honestly, it's hard to pick a favorite because everything we tried was that good. If you're looking for a spot with great food, friendly service, and a cozy vibe, this place is a must-visit! read more

Deda Restaurant - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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It's a really nice restaurant in a prime location in Pasadena. Great for large groups since the space is huge and they had a lot of large tables. The staff is friendly but they do need more servers as one person was covering our whole section. We tried a couple of things but my favorite was the smoked khachapuri. read more

Great atmosphere. Good location. Friendly service. Delicious food. You should try this place in Pasadena for Georgian food! read more

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Service was polite and attentive. Food was good. It was our first time having Georgian food. The server was helpful with recommendations. We tried a variety of dishes. The warm eggplant salad was a favorite. The Waygu beef dumpling was yummy. The house bread baked fresh with a spiced butter was also very good . Everything was tasty. They have a full bar and wine list. The atmosphere was lively on a Saturday eve. I recommend making reservations. My only criticism is that the Music is too loud through out the restaurant. Having dinner with friends means conversation. Which is made difficult when the music is too loud. Still we enjoyed our experience. read more

. What a beautiful and fun restaurant to have lunch or dinner at. We came here with my mom and sister and had an awesome experience. The customer service was amazing so was the ambiance here. The tarragon cocktail was delicious. They have other drinks too but we will try it another time. We ordered a few things to share. The summer salad and the khinkali were my favorite. The ajarski with eggs was ok , I have had better ones. My kids loved the fried khinkali. They have many dishes to choose from so we have to come back and try more items. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. Lovely place. read more

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It was my first time trying Georgian food, and I found that their cooking style is quite similar to Chinese cuisine. For example, the wagyu dumplings tasted exactly like Chinese dumplings, except the wrapper was too soft, which made the texture less enjoyable. The eggplant salad turned out to be stir-fried eggplant. It tasted just like a typical Chinese dish, which was really surprising. I also tried their signature Adjaruli Khachapuri, topped with salmon, which made it taste like an eggs Benedict, definitely a creative twist. Another pan-fried fish dish also came with side dishes cooked in a Chinese style. Overall, the whole meal felt very much like eating Chinese food, which I found quite interesting. The service was very good. The restaurant décor seemed to reuse most of the interior from the previous restaurant that used to be there. It felt like they just changed the name and the cuisine. read more

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Delicious food, fan of everything we tried. Wonderful ambiance - warm and well designed. Perfect setting for a lovely evening dinner. Fabio was so friendly and knowledgeable. So grateful he was there to give us recommendations! 10/10 would recommend. read more

Deda Restaurant - Khinkali kalakuri and adjaruli khachapuri - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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From the moment we walked in, I was genuinely impressed. The place has such a cool, trendy vibe -- the design and décor are absolutely on point. Service was top-notch too! Our server, Nova, was incredibly attentive and recommended a few menu selections that were finger-licking good. Delicious food, great atmosphere, amazing service... definitely going back for more! read more

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We had a great experience at the restaurant, Andre our waiter was so helpful in guiding us through so many unique dishes, drinks(and that all of us really enjoyed. read more

Deda Restaurant - Honey cake - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

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W.O.W. This place is a must try! My family and I have always wanted to taste Georgian food but there isn't a lot of authentic Georgian places to try in SoCal. This is it! We are used to Armenian food due to an abundance of restaurants, and we love them too. But guys, Georgian cuisine has different flavor profile. Drinks are well crafted. They also have Georgian wine, which is one of the original sources of wine during the ancient times. Natives claim Georgians made & drank wine before the Romans did. Awesome. Please give this place a try. Perfect for a date night. Good ambiance. They also have a separate exclusive area that can be booked for gatherings. Shout out to NIKITA--an awesome attendant, really made us feel at home. I am so full I can barely breathe. We will definitely be back! read more

I love Deda and really enjoy Georgian food. The dishes were absolutely delicious, and most of the staff were very friendly and welcoming. The only issue was with the lady at the front. I'm not sure if she was having a bad day -- we all have those sometimes -- but her attitude was not as pleasant as the rest of the team. Overall, the food was truly amazing, and I would still recommend this place to anyone who wants to try authentic Georgian cuisine. I would also love to see khinkali with vegetables and more vegetarian-friendly options on the menu in the future. read more

Stopped in for a late lunch with another couple, my cousin and his wife who live out here. The place is very nice with an Al fresco section that is half inside and half outside. Service was friendly and efficient. We ordered a bottle of Georgian wine - which we know nothing about. We asked for something like a Chenin Blanc and were served a very nice bottle of refreshing slightly acidic white. Food was fine we ordered from all over the menu some bread for the table, Georgian traditional style, sausage and beans, grape leaves wrapped around lamb, cucumber salad and a couple of other dishes, croquettes with cheese filling, beet salad and another long loaf of bread with an orange colored butter. All the food was wonderful. I would liken it to other eastern Mediterranean food, Lebanese, Turkish. It was quite flavorful. We all enjoyed the meal. Service was great we never felt rushed. It was about 130pm on a Sunday. We have never eaten Georgian food but will look for it when offered. Mark & Nancy. read more

OMG! Why was this place so good ! I truly loved every single dish we tried. It was me and my boyfriend's first time trying Georgian food and it blew me away. I cannot wait to come back and different dishes :) I was transported to a different country while I dined here read more

Deda Restaurant - Cheese - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great food, great service (shout out to Kai). Would definitely come back again I ordered the pomegranate glazed salmon, I was NOT disappointed. read more

Deda Restaurant - Pomegranate glazed salmon - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

First time here ，food is amazing so as the service , Fabio is very nice introducing all the dishes , such a great experience on Valentine's Day. read more

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This spot was absolutely amazing. My friend and I got the Sour Beet Salad & Baby Arugula, Deda's Puri, Traditional Lobio, Khinkali Kalakuri, and the Chicken Shkmeruli. Everything was absolutely perfect. The beet salad was tangy & fresh. The chicken and the sauce were incredible. The puri was delicious, paired well with everything. The khinkali's were amazing. Flavors were strong & not lacking at all. We also had 2 cocktails, but can't recall the names. So good! Our server Paulina was the cherry on top! She was so sweet & sunshiney. She explained everything so well and really took her time to help us. A great spot, with moody lighting. I am so excited to come back and try more! read more

I love trying the foods of the world and am glad I had a chance to visit this upscale restaurant with comfortable seating and colorful pillows that adorn each side of our booth. If I had to describe Georgian food, I would say it's cross of European/Middle-east Armenian foods that are fired off a spit, wrapped in grape leaves or blended with legumes and root plants. An overall healthy dinner with two-hour parking validation at the first driveway. read more

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Definitely a must try. Ambience was beautiful, food delicious and presentation was super cute. Service amazing. read more

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We ordered the pkhali mezze, adjaruli khachapuri, wild boar kupati and lobio, pork mtsvadi, and khinkali kalakuri. The pork kebab was by far the best dish, though I prefer Saffy's. The rest ranged from mediocre to disappointing. The sausage was tasty, but very dry. The khachapuri was also dry and slightly overbaked. The khinkali kalakuri was particularly weak: the dough is overly thick and the filling was bad (it's a waste of SRF Wagyu). For the price, I would have hoped to the food to be more refined and less sloppy. Other than the food, the ambiance is nice and cozy. The service could use work. I'd also like to note that a busboy came over and put clean napkins on dirty plates, which truly confused us. read more

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Amazing service, great staff, Nikita was very helpful and kind!! The food was delicious, very much so recommend to try the Pkhali Mezze as an appetizer and the Kindzmarauli wine. read more

Deda Restaurant - Georgian Near Me - Pasadena, California

We wanted to try this place since we saw it and decided to do a last minute girls night here and it was a hit!! Sitting inside felt like I wasn't even in Pasadena it's a step into the Georgian world and it's so nice the ambiance and vibe of the restaurant. Great drinks they are definitely generous with the drinks very cute and tasty! The food was great too the trio dips the bread with it and also we got the dumplings the meat one was so so good that we ordered another one! Highly recommend trying this place for a different setting vibe fun night out! The service and waiters were so attentive and on top of it especially Nova! Great service that makes you want to return! Thank you can't wait to return with my husband and friends! read more

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Amazing authentic experience of Georgian cuisine mixed with excellent customer service. Shoutout to Elo and Kailo

Randomly came across this place bc was looking for a spot on Christmas Day and it surprised me!!! The staff was so nice and it was pretty inside. The food was good too, got the cheese/egg boat. Would love to come back and try more lunch/dinner options!!! read more

Deda is a new Georgian food restaurant in Pasadena, which with its great vibes, has transported me to a posh cafe in Eastern Europe. The decor is modern upscale with wall art and music playing, being authentic to the country of Georgia. The food is amazing too. I tried their Wagyu Khinkali, khachapuri megruli and the veal with mashed potatoes. The khinkali with wagyu beef was unreal. It's essentially a large dumpling, very hot, which you hold with your hand, carefully bite off a piece of it from the side and enjoy the heavenly wagyu broth dripping into your mouth. You afterwards take another bite of the dumpling and this time you're indulging on the wagyu beef itself, which has incredible flavor and just melts in your mouth. The wagyu khinkali plate comes in a set of 5 and it's absolutely, positively a must try! In addition to the khinkali, I really enjoyed the veal entree. The meat was perfectly cooked, very flavorful and tender and it came with the creamiest, most delicious mashed potatoes that I've tried in a while. Definitely a winner. The restaurant also has full bar and signature cocktails and my friend and I tried one each and they hit the spot. The customer service was outstanding. The waiters were very friendly, attentive, polite and knowledgeable, as is customary in such establishments in Georgia and really in all of Eastern Europe. Very happy that I tried this restaurant and will definitely be back! read more

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