Hey everyone, I'm back with another foodie adventure. This time, we're heading to Kirov, a historic city on the banks of the Vyatka River. And within Kirov, we'll be visiting another restaurant that serves up delicious Georgian cuisine - Khachapuri Madlian.
I've already shared with you our experience eating khinkali at Academy of Khinkali in Kirov. While it was tasty, it was a bit pricey. But Khachapuri Madlian turned out to be a more affordable option.
Main Details
Object: restaurant
City: Kirov
Address: Karl Marx St, 63
Location: right in the city center
Prices: starting from 300 rubles
Cuisine: Georgian
Building
We visited in the evening, so the outside photos aren't great. We arrived just before closing time, but we still managed to grab a bite.
Take a look at the entrance to this restaurant - we'll need to climb up the stairs to get inside. Here's a photo of the exterior.
Khachapuri Madlian, Russia, Kirov
Inside, you'll find a cozy imitation fireplace with logs and various clay pots, vases, figurines, and other decorative items. There are two stools next to the fireplace, inviting you to sit and warm up. And above the fireplace, there's a mirror.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovCheck out the few paintings on the walls, featuring views of Georgia's cities.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovHere's a shot of the cafe's interior.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovBy the way, take a look at the bike parked right by the entrance. In the summer, it's decorated with plants and flowers.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovOpening Hours
This cafe closes relatively early, so make a note of it. In Kirov, a lot of places shut down by 21:00. They're open from 10:00 to 21:00. But we know of one cafe that stays open till 23:00 - it's the Kiteiskoe cafe "Zolotoi Bambuk", where you can try some delicious Chinese dishes.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madliani', Russia, KirovInside
We stepped inside this cafe.
Menu
Let's take a look at the menu. It's all about Georgian cuisine, khinkali, khachapuri, and desserts. They've got some really interesting and unique options. Check out how many types of khinkali they have. Each one's got a different filling. And I was impressed that all the khinkali were priced at 100 rubles.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madliani', Russia, KirovAnd here's how many types of khachapuri they have.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madliani', Russia, KirovCafe Decor
The decor inside is really nice. You can spot artificial and real plants on the windowsills, traditional Georgian hats, and candles in the lanterns. They even have a power bank for charging your devices.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madliani', Russia, KirovOn the wall, there's a beautiful painting of a happy Georgian guy performing a traditional dance against the backdrop of houses and trees.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madlian", Russia, KirovOne of the things that caught my eye was this long bench with colorful pillows. Other guests can sit on chairs. This part of the lounge features Georgian rugs on the walls, as well as traditional costumes.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madlian", Russia, KirovAnd check out these posters and paintings on the walls. They all feature some kind of Georgian dishes, like khachapuri.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madlian", Russia, KirovI love how there are Georgian rugs galore, and you can see a guy riding by on a bike.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madlian", Russia, KirovKhachapuri in mid-air.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madlian", Russia, KirovThis is a Shoti, and they've got a detailed explanation of how it's made.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madlian', Russia, KirovWindow Display
I was blown away by the variety of desserts on display: Georgian and European treats. And then there was this 'Napoleon' pastry, which was absolutely divine in this cafe.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madlian', Russia, KirovThey had Kada, Marghebeli, Pahlava, and Tkibilisso on offer.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madlian', Russia, KirovWhat's more, you can order some dishes remotely and have them ready for pickup when you arrive.
Kvartal "Madlianis Khachapuri", Russia, Kirov
Kvartal "Madlianis Khachapuri", Russia, KirovThe menu board lists all these dishes on a leaflet.
Kvartal "Madlianis Khachapuri", Russia, Kirov
Kvartal "Madlianis Khachapuri", Russia, Kirov
Kvartal "Madlianis Khachapuri", Russia, KirovCheck out that traditional Georgian outfit and here we see an installation that lets you see what the streets of Georgian cities look like.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madlianii', Russia, Kirov
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madlianii', Russia, KirovThere are more tables by the window, and during the day, you can watch what's going on outside.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madlianii', Russia, KirovThe tables have napkins, and you can grab anything else from the counter. The decoration features khinkali.
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madlianii', Russia, Kirov
Food
Now, let's take a look at what we ordered. My khinkali:
2 Shkmeruli - they're with chicken meat in a special garlic-butter sauce.
1 Soko - with mushrooms and onions
1 - with cheese
Kafe 'Khachapuri Madlianii', Russia, KirovAnd here are the Shkmeruli.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovCheck out the cool shape of these khinkali. By the way, we were told at this cafe that they have the best khinkali in all of Kirov. Now, I'm not saying the Khinkali Starik chain isn't good, but we tried these khinkali and they were really tasty.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovLet's take a look at the filling.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovThis is Soko - khinkali with mushrooms and onions.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovThe filling:
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovIt was a bit chilly outside, so we ordered a black tea set. The tea cost us 150 rubles.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovI have to say, my Napoleon was absolutely delicious. It tasted like a real homemade cake. Just keep in mind that the prices for desserts there are listed per 100 grams, and this little piece I got cost me 397 rubles...
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovAnd here's my Marghebili. It's basically a Georgian dessert called churchhela, but it's not just nuts - it's also got dried cherries in it. It's super tasty, and I highly recommend trying it out. My Marghebili cost me a mere 100 rubles.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovToilet
Let's take a look at their bathroom. It's spotless and nicely decorated. There are artificial flowers, vases, and little statues everywhere.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovThere's a small mirror, liquid soap, and a hand dryer in here.
Kafe "Khachapuri Madliani", Russia, KirovThe Verdict
I've gotta say, I really enjoyed Hachapuri Madlianis, so we'll definitely go back there next time we're in Kirov.
Hachapuri Madlianis, Russia, KirovThe Good
Everything on the menu is pretty tasty
Georgia's got some amazing cuisine
It's right in the city center
They've got all sorts of khinkali and khachapuri
And the desserts? Absolutely delicious.
The Bad
They close up way too early
Those desserts are a bit pricey
My Take
I'd give this place a solid 5 stars. I was really impressed with the whole experience.
Recommendation
I'd be more than happy to recommend this cafe to anyone.
If you're looking for a place to stay in Kirov, I'd suggest checking out the Art Hotel - it's cozy and won't break the bank.
If you're in the mood for some khinkali or varaniki with unique fillings, head on over to the Khlebnoe Ucho cafe. We went there a few times when we were in Kirov.
And if you're looking for a souvenir to bring back, I highly recommend those Kirov socks with the lovely chamomile design.
And that's a wrap on my review! I hope you all have a great appetite and a wonderful day. Thanks for reading!