Laliko – Mediterranean
Laliko captures the soulful essence of Georgian hospitality, where the comforting scent of freshly baked bread meets a vibrant tapestry of herb-flecked pkhali and walnut-stuffed eggplant. Mornings are defined by sun-drenched plates of smoky sulguni omelettes and rich, bubbling shakshuka, while later hours invite the communal joy of hand-pleated khinkali and slow-simmered vegetable stews. It is a warm, sensory retreat that celebrates the rustic elegance and bold, aromatic traditions of the Caucasus.
80, Carmine Street +19173883166 http://laliko.com0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Wednesday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Menu
Starters
- Georgian Salad - $19: Fresh cucumbers and tomatoes with vegetable and walnut paste, Kakhetian oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ajapsandali - $18: A mix of eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, spices, topped with a slice of cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pkhali - $12: Traditional Georgian vegetable spreads with walnuts and herbs (spinach / eggplant / beet) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Rolls - $18: Roasted eggplant rolls filled with a silky walnut and garlic purée, pomegranate Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khinkali (3 pieces) - $18: Juicy, hand-folded dumplings with beef and pork, beef, or cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Freshly Baked Bread - $4: With garlic and rosemary Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Egg-Centric Dishes
- Red Shakshuka - $18: Eggs poached in a rich tomato and bell pepper sauce, with Georgian spices and fresh herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Full Georgian Breakfast - $28: Two sunny-side-up eggs, lobio, tomato and cucumber salad, kebab balls, bacon, Georgian cheese and house bread Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Omelette with Smoked Sulguni - $20: Omelet with Sulguni cheese, fresh herbs, seasoned with Georgian traditional spices. Served with a salad of mixed greens, cucumbers and Georgian cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Poached Egg on Polenta - $24: Creamy corn polenta topped with rich tomato and bell pepper sauce, two poached eggs and Kakhetian oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chvishtari with Poached Egg and Salmon - $24: Traditional Svanetian cornmeal flatbread with Georgian cheese, topped with fresh arugula, smoked salmon and poached egg Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Scrambled Eggs - $19: Three soft scrambled eggs served with a fresh Georgian tomato and cucumber salad, topped with smoked Sulguni and Guda cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Recovery Soups
- Khinkali Soup - $14: Light broth with small khinkali and fresh herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kharcho - $14: Hearty beef and rice soup in a rich tomato broth with Georgian spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pink Matzoni - $14: Cold soup made with matzoni, beets, sour cream, smoked sulguni cheese, cucumber, pickles, scallions, and dill Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Shkmeruli - $34: Crispy pan-seared chicken fillet in creamy garlic sauce or blackberry sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chashushuli - $32: Veal stew with tomatoes, bell peppers, mashed potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chaqapuli - $34: Veal stew with Georgian wine, tarragon, spices and herbs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Megruli Kharcho - $36: Tender veal simmered in walnut and red adjika tomato sauce, served with green elarji Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken with Elarji - $36: Crispy chicken, cheesy cornmeal, served with rich walnut sauce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kababi Balls - $32: Grilled chicken meatballs with herbs and spices, mashed potatoes, tangy blackberry sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobio - $28: Georgian beans with fresh herbs, marinated vegetables on the side Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oyster Mushroom - $26: Grilled mushroom, green plum sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Khinkali - $28: Mushroom-filled dumplings served over a rich truffle sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Khinkali - $25: Dumplings filled with shrimp, cilantro, stracciatella, and red adjika, served in a rich creamy blue cheese sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
From the Grill
- Pork Mtsvadi - $28: Grilled tender pork skewers, served with green plum sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Mtsvadi - $28: Grilled chicken skewers, served with green plum sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Mtsvadi - $32: Tender grilled salmon skewers, paired with tangy blackberry sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $48: Tender grilled lamb chops over creamy roasted eggplant, tomato and pepper purée, served with grilled asparagus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Pastries & Pies
- Acharuli - $27: A boat-shaped khachapuri with cheese, topped with an egg yolk and butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Penovani with Spinach - $18: Crisp puff pastry with spinach and Sulguni cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Lali Pie - $29: Round pie with a crispy golden crust, filled with forest mushrooms, fresh herbs, and melted cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Lali Pie - $29: Crispy golden crust filled with tender chicken fillet, fresh herbs, sundried tomatoes, and melted cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Imeruli with Mint - $25: Round-shaped khachapuri with a cheese and mint filling inside Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Megruli - $27: Cheese-filled khachapuri with extra cheese baked on top Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobiani - $25: Round-shaped pie filled with spiced mashed beans and butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mother Khinkali - $45: A giant khinkali filled with six smaller khinkali inside Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mashed Potatoes - $10: Creamy mashed potatoes with butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Potatoes with Svan Salt - $14: Golden fried potatoes with Svan salt, served with green plum sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Asparagus - $12: Lightly charred asparagus with olive oil and Svan salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad - $10: Mixed greens and cucumbers with mustard dressing and pomegranate seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts & Light Treats
- Matsoni & Walnuts - $7: Light Georgian yogurt served with walnut jam and caramelized walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Silky Matsoni - $14: Panna cotta–style Matsoni, served with granola, seasonal berries, and fruit Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Korkoti with Ice-Cream - $14: A sweet blend of grains, honey, and mixed nuts, served with vanilla ice-cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Syrniki (Cottage Cheese Patties) - $16: Fried cottage cheese cakes, golden and crisp on the outside, served with fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Tea (Teapot) - $12: Georgian black tea, decaf tea, chamomile, English breakfast
- Espresso / Americano - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cappuccino / Latte - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Georgian Juice & Kombucha - $7: Orange, Peach, Pomegranate, or Rosehip Kombucha Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Lemonade (Tarragon / Pear) - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Borjomi - $8: Georgian mineral water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Evian (Still / Sparkling) - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Kazbegi Beer - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Cocktails
- New World Margarita - $20: Tequila infused with watermelon, Triple sec infused with strawberry jam, Watermelon, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Laliko Highball - $20: Gin infused with Strawberry, Strawberry-Tarragon Lassi, Lemon, Fever Tree Tonic Water Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Verde (Non-Alcoholic) - $16: Pineapple, tarragon, lime, Demerara, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
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