Moscow's Georgian food scene destroys what you'll find in actual Georgia because of the massive established Georgian community here. Skip the khachapuri tourist trap - every place serves decent cheese bread. The real test is khinkali, Georgian soup dumplings that make xiaolongbao look like amateur hour.

Technique is everything: Bite small hole at the top, slurp the scalding broth first, then devour the dumpling. Most tourists bite from the side and lose all the soup like absolute beginners. Order 6-8 pieces minimum - they're addictive and the broth hits different when done right.

What to actually order: Mtsvadi (Georgian shashlik) with proper char, and if you spot chakapuli on the menu, order immediately - most places can't nail this herb-heavy stew. Pair with Georgian wine: saperavi (red) or rkatsiteli (white) varieties that put French wine to shame.

Restaurant reality: Khachapuri & Wine on Maroseyka Street serves the most authentic versions without the tourist markup. Expect 800-1200 RUB for a proper feast that'll wreck your spice tolerance for days.