chezmagda

At Magda's, the Georgian neighborhood diner that delights Paris

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Chez Magda

Steaming khinkali, cheese-dripping khachapuri, and amber wines from the Caucasus... In Paris, Georgian cuisine is making its way into people's hearts. And if there’s one spot that delights both curious foodies and regulars, it’s Chez Magda. A canteen that’s as generous as it is exotic, where every meal feels like a little trip to Tbilisi.

Halfway between a neighborhood canteen and a culinary getaway, Chez Magda has become one of the coziest spots for food lovers in Paris. This Georgian table, where dishes are steaming and simmering with generous portions, draws a crowd of curious diners every day. Here, people come not only to indulge but also to travel for a moment, enjoying a piping hot khinkali or a glass of amber wine.

A story of passion and exile

Behind this gem is Georgian chef Magda Gegenava, who arrived in France after leaving her country for political reasons. A former dentist, she swapped her medical practice for the kitchen to share the flavors of her childhood. Her first restaurant opened on Avenue Jean...

In Jaurès, before the second one comes to life on Boulevard Voltaire, fueled by the success of the first little one. In her restaurants, Magda recreates the family recipes learned from her grandmother in Tbilisi, with a bet: to introduce the authentic flavors of Georgia to the people of Paris. Bet won!

Khachapuri, Khinkali, and Great Georgian Wines

The menu is a delightful dive into Caucasian cuisine. We start by sharing some pkhali, these little vegetable mezze with nuts and herbs, or delicious eggplant rolls with walnut cream. Then come the stars of the show: khinkali, juicy dumplings stuffed with meat, and khachapuri, warm bread with melted cheese, along with stews flavored with Georgian spices. Special mention goes to the generous, scrumptious soups, like spinach and sorrel, or lentil soup. And what pairs perfectly with all this? A beautiful selection of Georgian wines, stemming from a winemaking tradition that’s over 8000 years old, often crafted in qvevri (buried amphorae).

A Neighborhood Canteen

Between an authentic canteen and a neighborhood hangout, this spot attracts lovers of world cuisine as well as Parisians in search of a warm dinner. In Voltaire, the spacious room opens up to the kitchen, allowing you to catch a glimpse of the chef at work. The atmosphere is simple and festive, filled with the typical Georgian generosity: you order, you share, you toast, and the evening often ends around a full table.

Address: 115 Bd Voltaire, 75011 Paris, France