Georgian classics
Adjarian khachapuri and khinkali are repeatedly praised, with reviewers describing the flavours as authentic and traditional.
Shvili Palm Jumeirah Mall
Palm Jumeirah
Shvili is a Georgian restaurant in Palm Jumeirah, known for dishes such as Adjarian khachapuri and khinkali, plus a breakfast menu that includes shakshuka. Reviews also highlight its warm setting and children’s play area, making it a flexible choice for a relaxed meal with family.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
2,296 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Flexible khinkali
Khinkali can be ordered individually with no minimum, so you can mix flavours or try just one or two.
Family setup
The children’s play area includes toys, colouring activities and an animator, giving parents a practical reason to linger over a meal.
Breakfast value
The breakfast menu lets diners choose two or three courses with drinks; shakshuka and jam received a specific mention.
Dietary guidance
Staff were reported to explain hidden ingredients clearly, including sugar in the crispy eggplant salad and sweet chilli sauce in the duck salad.
Open kitchen
One solo diner was seated at a large table with a view of the open kitchen, turning the wait into part of the experience.
Warm setting
Reviews describe the decor as cosy, stylish and thoughtfully designed, with an atmosphere that recalls Georgia.
What to Eat at Shvili Palm Jumeirah Mall How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Shvili Palm Jumeirah Mall, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Shvili Palm Jumeirah Mall got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Kachapuri Net +3
“Shivli is a hidden gem that offers truly authentic Georgian cuisine. The flavors are rich, traditional, and made with great care, from the perfectly baked khachapuri to the tender grilled meats and hearty stews. The atmosphere is cozy, and the staff are welcoming and knowledgeable, happy to explain the dishes to newcomers. If you’re looking for genuine Georgian food in a relaxed setting, Shivli is the place to go.”
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“Shivli is a hidden gem that offers truly authentic Georgian cuisine. The flavors are rich, traditional, and made with great care, from the perfectly baked khachapuri to the tender grilled meats and hearty stews. The atmosphere is cozy, and the staff are welcoming and knowledgeable, happy to explain the dishes to newcomers. If you’re looking for genuine Georgian food in a relaxed setting, Shivli is the place to go.”June 2025
“I had a wonderful dining experience. The borsh was rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, while the kachapuri was fresh, cheesy, and absolutely delicious.”May 2026
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Khinkali Net +2
“Simple yet refreshingly tasty Georgian food (loved the bread, khinkali and dips). Special thanks to Jeremiah, Kamrun.”
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“Simple yet refreshingly tasty Georgian food (loved the bread, khinkali and dips). Special thanks to Jeremiah, Kamrun.”September 2025
“One of the best Georgian restaurants I’ve ever been to, great authentic food varieties, including some of all time favorites, like Adjarian khachapuri, khinkali and, probably the best in Dubai, syrniki. Very polite and attentive staff. Highly recommended for breakfast or lunch. Many thanks to Kamron for the hospitality.”July 2026
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Grilled chicken shashlik Net +2
“I also had the Grilled Chicken Shashlik (72 AED), another 10/10. Juicy, full of flavor, and served with this incredible Georgian red sauce that I couldn’t stop dipping into.”
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“I also had the Grilled Chicken Shashlik (72 AED), another 10/10. Juicy, full of flavor, and served with this incredible Georgian red sauce that I couldn’t stop dipping into.”July 2025
“The Shashlik chicken was a standout, and I really enjoyed their homemade Red Adzhika sauce which I ordered 2 more times.”February 2025
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Napoleon cake Net +2
“It was amazing Georgian cuisine experience ! We loved here and for sure we will come back for this amazing napoleon cake and super delicious khinkali! Plus Big shout out to kamron who served us ! Thanks to him we had lovely time!”
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“It was amazing Georgian cuisine experience ! We loved here and for sure we will come back for this amazing napoleon cake and super delicious khinkali! Plus Big shout out to kamron who served us ! Thanks to him we had lovely time!”August 2025
“The food is beyond praise: the fried eggplant salad became my personal favorite, the borscht was rich and hearty, and the Napoleon dessert literally melts in your mouth.”January 2026
Honorable mentions (11)
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Adjarian khachapuri Net +1
“One of the best Georgian restaurants I’ve ever been to, great authentic food varieties, including some of all time favorites, like Adjarian khachapuri, khinkali and, probably the best in Dubai, syrniki. Very polite and attentive staff. Highly recommended for breakfast or lunch. Many thanks to Kamron for the hospitality.”
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“One of the best Georgian restaurants I’ve ever been to, great authentic food varieties, including some of all time favorites, like Adjarian khachapuri, khinkali and, probably the best in Dubai, syrniki. Very polite and attentive staff. Highly recommended for breakfast or lunch. Many thanks to Kamron for the hospitality.”July 2026
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Borscht Net +1
“The food is beyond praise: the fried eggplant salad became my personal favorite, the borscht was rich and hearty, and the Napoleon dessert literally melts in your mouth.”
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“The food is beyond praise: the fried eggplant salad became my personal favorite, the borscht was rich and hearty, and the Napoleon dessert literally melts in your mouth.”January 2026
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Borsh Net +1
“I had a wonderful dining experience. The borsh was rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, while the kachapuri was fresh, cheesy, and absolutely delicious.”
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“I had a wonderful dining experience. The borsh was rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, while the kachapuri was fresh, cheesy, and absolutely delicious.”May 2026
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Fried eggplant salad Net +1
“The food is beyond praise: the fried eggplant salad became my personal favorite, the borscht was rich and hearty, and the Napoleon dessert literally melts in your mouth.”
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“The food is beyond praise: the fried eggplant salad became my personal favorite, the borscht was rich and hearty, and the Napoleon dessert literally melts in your mouth.”January 2026
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Georgian vegetable salad Net +1
“Since I’m watching what I eat, I went for the Georgian Vegetable Salad (43 AED), which was a perfect 10/10. Fresh tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and crushed walnuts, it was simple and so good.”
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“Since I’m watching what I eat, I went for the Georgian Vegetable Salad (43 AED), which was a perfect 10/10. Fresh tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and crushed walnuts, it was simple and so good.”July 2025
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Jam Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed the shakshuka and jam.”
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“I particularly enjoyed the shakshuka and jam.”September 2025
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Lamb lula-kebab Net +1
“She also had the Lamb Lula-Kebab (92 AED), which I’d rate a solid 10/10. Juicy, well-seasoned, and grilled just right.”
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“She also had the Lamb Lula-Kebab (92 AED), which I’d rate a solid 10/10. Juicy, well-seasoned, and grilled just right.”July 2025
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Mix of fresh herbs and vegetables Net +1
“My friend decided to support my healthy eating and ordered the Mix of Fresh Herbs and Vegetables (55 AED). When it arrived, I stared at the plate like, “What is this?” Just raw herbs: parsley, dill, cilantro, chives, tarragon,etc cucmber ad a tomatoand. I laughed and told her I could make this at home for 5 dirhams. But she explained that growing up, because of the cold they had no fruit except apples (the first time she had a banan she was 18 years old) so in summer, they ate herbs as a kind of treat. That actually gave me a new perspective. I had never tasted fresh tarragon before and liked it so much I went straight to Union Coop later that night to buy some!”
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“My friend decided to support my healthy eating and ordered the Mix of Fresh Herbs and Vegetables (55 AED). When it arrived, I stared at the plate like, “What is this?” Just raw herbs: parsley, dill, cilantro, chives, tarragon,etc cucmber ad a tomatoand. I laughed and told her I could make this at home for 5 dirhams. But she explained that growing up, because of the cold they had no fruit except apples (the first time she had a banan she was 18 years old) so in summer, they ate herbs as a kind of treat. That actually gave me a new perspective. I had never tasted fresh tarragon before and liked it so much I went straight to Union Coop later that night to buy some!”July 2025
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Shakshuka Net +1
“I particularly enjoyed the shakshuka and jam.”
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“I particularly enjoyed the shakshuka and jam.”September 2025
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Small adjarian khachapuri Net +1
“The best part for me (as a girl who loves trying a little bit of everything) is that they have small Adjarian khachapuri — and it was unreal. Easily the best khachapuri I’ve ever had in my life… and that says a lot, because my husband and I have been to Georgia about 6 times.”
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“The best part for me (as a girl who loves trying a little bit of everything) is that they have small Adjarian khachapuri — and it was unreal. Easily the best khachapuri I’ve ever had in my life… and that says a lot, because my husband and I have been to Georgia about 6 times.”February 2026
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Syrniki Net +1
“One of the best Georgian restaurants I’ve ever been to, great authentic food varieties, including some of all time favorites, like Adjarian khachapuri, khinkali and, probably the best in Dubai, syrniki. Very polite and attentive staff. Highly recommended for breakfast or lunch. Many thanks to Kamron for the hospitality.”
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“One of the best Georgian restaurants I’ve ever been to, great authentic food varieties, including some of all time favorites, like Adjarian khachapuri, khinkali and, probably the best in Dubai, syrniki. Very polite and attentive staff. Highly recommended for breakfast or lunch. Many thanks to Kamron for the hospitality.”July 2026
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Mocktail rockstar martini Net +1
“The mocktail Rockstar Martini truly lives up to its name — it tastes like a rocking star!”
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“The mocktail Rockstar Martini truly lives up to its name — it tastes like a rocking star!”April 2025
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Signature tea Net +1
“Also: their signature tea is excellent, and the staff were so thoughtful.”
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“Also: their signature tea is excellent, and the staff were so thoughtful.”February 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Sundays. If you want the children’s Sunday mocktail lesson, book ahead; the activity was described as complimentary.
Try singles. Order khinkali by the piece to sample different flavours without committing to a minimum order.
Ask ingredients. If you are avoiding sugar or sweet sauces, ask about ingredients: the duck salad and crispy eggplant salad were both flagged.
Try breakfast. Breakfast is worth considering for the two- or three-course format with drinks, especially if you like shakshuka and jam.
Confirm timing. For a group meal, confirm that courses can arrive together, since one review reported separate delivery and a noticeable delay.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Dubai Nakheel Mall 1 floor
The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Uneven timing
One returning customer asked for dishes together but received them separately with a noticeable delay.
Small portions
A recent review said the dishes, especially khinkali, were smaller than expected and smaller than on earlier visits.
Price concern
One diner found the meals overpriced compared with similar restaurants and described the chicken Ojkhuri as oily.
Service lapse
A strongly negative review reported that no one checked on the table during the visit.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
43 AED
Georgian Vegetable Salad
“Since I’m watching what I eat, I went for the Georgian Vegetable Salad (43 AED), which was a perfect 10/10”Google review · July 2025
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The Bottom Line
Shvili is a Georgian restaurant in Palm Jumeirah where you can try familiar staples such as Adjarian khachapuri, khinkali, borscht and grilled meats. The reviews make it especially appealing for diners new to Georgian food: several mention staff explaining dishes, ingredients and traditional ways of eating them. The khinkali format is unusually useful for first-timers or small appetites.
You can order individual dumplings, mix flavours and avoid a minimum order. Breakfast is another draw, with a two- or three-course format including drinks; shakshuka and jam were specifically enjoyed. The syrniki and Napoleon dessert also received memorable mentions.
Families have a practical reason to visit: the children’s play area has toys, colouring activities and an animator, and one review describes a larger playroom. Sunday visits may include a complimentary mocktail lesson for children, but advance booking was advised. The setting is consistently described as cosy, stylish and welcoming, though experiences are not completely uniform.
One returning diner reported dishes arriving separately and khinkali being smaller than before, while another found portions overpriced and the chicken Ojkhuri oily. If timing matters, confirm that courses can arrive together, and ask about ingredients if you are avoiding sugar or sweet sauces.