Saperavi – Middle Eastern
Saperavi transports guests to the heart of the Caucasus, where the warm glow of hospitality meets a table overflowing with the vibrant colors and bold textures of Georgian tradition. From the crunch of golden, cheese-filled cornbread to the delicate spice of walnut-laced pkhali and steaming bowls of fragrant kharcho, every dish tells a story of ancient flavors reimagined with contemporary flair. This soulful retreat offers a sensory journey through a rich culinary heritage, making every meal feel like a festive, communal gathering.
245, East 14th Street, NY 10003 +16464788669 https://saperavinyc.com0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Saperavi
Dairy-Free at Saperavi
Saperavi in New York has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chashushuli, Ajapsandali and Pelamushi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Saperavi
Saperavi in New York has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chashushuli, Ajapsandali and Rustic Eggplant Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Saperavi
Saperavi in New York has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chvishtari, Ajapsandali and Megruli. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Saperavi
Saperavi in New York has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Chops and Chakapuli. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Saperavi
Saperavi in New York has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Soup, Shkmeruli and Georgian Aerol Spritz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Saperavi
Saperavi in New York has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mushroom Soup, Shkmeruli and Chicken Skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Saperavi
Saperavi in New York has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Saperavi
Saperavi in New York has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ajapsandali, Pelamushi and Rustic Eggplant Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Saperavi
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Soup Kharcho | 57.2 g | 33.5 g |
| The Starter | 69.2 g | 30.7 g |
| Chakapuli | 31.4 g | 26.7 g |
| Borscht | 46.7 g | 24.4 g |
| Assorted Pkhali | 99.7 g | 20.8 g |
| Rustic Eggplant Salad | 34 g | 17 g |
| Georgian Smashed Avocado | 16.5 g | 16.5 g |
| Elarji Balls | 44.5 g | 16.3 g |
| Shkmeruli | 0 g | 16.1 g |
| Eggplant Rolls | 12.4 g | 15.5 g |
| Lamb Chops | 0 g | 15.2 g |
| Kubdari | 1.4 g | 13 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- The Starter - $10: Housemade Georgian bread with sauce trio: adjika, creamy walnut, and shkmeruli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Georgian Smashed Avocado - $18: Made to order with tomato, onion, and Georgian spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Motherland Cornbread - $12: Georgian cheeses baked inside homemade cornbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Pkhali - $25: Georgian vegetable rolls with walnut, Georgian spices, and homemade cornbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Rolls - $15: Eggplant filled with garlic walnut sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Elarji Balls - $18: Sulguni cheese rolled in Georgian cornmeal, lightly fried, served with walnut sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chvishtari - $15: Traditional Georgian cornbread with cheese, served with matsoni and tarragon sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Georgian Meat Blintzes - $12: Thin crepes filled with savory ground meat and herbs, served with sour cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ajapsandali - $17: Slow-cooked eggplant, tomatoes, bell peppers, and aromatic herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Soup Kharcho - $15: Veal, rice, and tomato Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Borscht - $14: Cabbage, carrots, onion, tomato, beets, potato, cilantro, and dill Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Soup - $16: 18th century Georgian recipe with mushrooms, onion, and Georgian herbs Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chikirtma - $15: Traditional Georgian chicken soup with eggs, flour, and lemon Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Georgian Salad - $16: Cucumber, tomato, onion, fresh herbs, in a sunflower oil and vinegar dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rustic Eggplant Salad - $17: Charred eggplant, roasted bell peppers, tomatoes, red onion, walnut, and pomegranate Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Khachapuri & Baked Classics
- Adjaruli - $18: Boat-shaped dough, Georgian cheese blend, and egg yolk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Imeruli - $18: Round flat dough topped with Georgian cheese blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Megruli - $20: Cheese-filled bread topped with additional molten cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobiani - $17: Traditional bean-filled homemade bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kubdari - $20: Svanetian bread filled with minced meat and herbs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Georgian Specialties & Grill
- Shkmeruli - $25: Roasted chicken in creamy garlic sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chakapuli - $29: Lamb stew with white wine, tarragon, scallion, and cherry plum Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chashushuli - $28: Traditional veal stew with tomatoes, onion, and Georgian spices Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kupati - $28: Traditional Georgian sausage served with tashmijabi and house sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Skewer - $24: Skewered chicken with parsley and red onion, served with seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $36: Char-grilled, served with mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Meat Khinkali - $15: 4 Georgian beef dumplings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Fries - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-Made Bread - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Kazbegi Georgian Beer - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Georgian Aerol Spritz - $14: Spiked with peach Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Espresso - $3
- Georgian Lemonade - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Desserts
- Napoleon Cake - $12: Homemade custard cream layered between flaky puff pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pelamushi - $12: Chilled grape jelly served with walnuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions about Saperavi
- Is Saperavi dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Saperavi has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chashushuli, Ajapsandali and Pelamushi.
- What can I eat at Saperavi on a dairy-free diet?
- Chashushuli, Ajapsandali and Pelamushi carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Saperavi have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Ajapsandali and Pelamushi.
- Is Saperavi gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Saperavi?
- Soup Kharcho, at roughly 33.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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