The supra, the Georgian feast, is the heart of the country’s famous hospitality: a table crowded with dishes, a flow of wine, and a toastmaster, the tamada, who leads round after round of heartfelt toasts to family, friends, the dead and the living. This evening experience, highly rated on Viator, gives first-time visitors a taste of it. You gather with a small group at a top-rated local restaurant for a Georgian dinner, typically with khachapuri, pkhali, the walnut and vegetable pastes, and lobio, the slow-cooked bean stew, along with wine. Then the music starts, and a troupe performs Georgian folk dances, the athletic leaps and spins of the men and the gliding grace of the women that make Georgian dance famous worldwide. The organisers pitch it as a social night, so expect to chat with fellow travellers, and maybe to be pulled up to try a few steps yourself. The dinner is vegetarian-friendly.
How to visit: the experience runs about four hours in the evening in central Tbilisi. Book a few days ahead, as it is popular, and mention any dietary needs. Free cancellation applies up to the usual cutoff. Drinks beyond what is included may cost extra, so check the inclusions on the booking page.
What to expect: dinner comes first, served in generous Georgian style with many shared dishes, followed by the dance performance, which is energetic and close up. The atmosphere is friendly and lively rather than formal, and the group mixes travellers from many countries. Toasts are a big part of Georgian dining; it is polite to listen and to drink when a toast is made, but nobody minds if you sip rather than drain your glass.
Making the most of it: pace yourself, because Georgian feasts keep coming, and try a little of everything. Learn to say gaumarjos, cheers in Georgian, before you go. If you would rather see a full-scale stage performance, look out for national ensembles touring their home city, but for a relaxed first night this is the easiest way to see Georgian dance and taste the supra in one go.
What to expect
The experience
A small-group evening with a Georgian dinner and wine at a local restaurant, followed by a live folk dance performance.
Best time
Early in your stay, as a lively introduction to Georgian food and hospitality.
How long
About four hours in the evening.
Tips
Book a few days ahead, come hungry, pace yourself through the dishes and check which drinks are included.
Quick picks
- Best for
- First-time visitors and solo travellers who want food, dance and company in one evening.
- Families
- Older children enjoy the dancing, but it is a late, wine-led evening, so it suits adults best.
- Couples
- A fun, sociable date night with a real taste of Georgian culture.
- Pair with
- The Kakheti wine day trip earlier in the day, if you have the stamina.
- Time needed
- An evening.
Good questions
What food is served at the Georgian dinner and dance show?+
The dinner typically includes classics such as khachapuri, pkhali and lobio, served Georgian style with shared dishes. It is vegetarian-friendly.
How long is the dinner and dance show?+
The evening lasts about four hours. Dinner comes first, followed by the folk dance performance.
Is wine included in the dinner show?+
Wine is part of the Georgian dinner, but extra drinks may cost more. Check the exact inclusions on the booking page.
What is a supra?+
A supra is a traditional Georgian feast with many dishes, plenty of wine and a toastmaster, the tamada, who leads the toasts. It is central to Georgian hospitality.
Is the dinner show good for solo travellers?+
Yes, it is pitched as a social night where travellers share the table. It is an easy way to meet people on a first evening in Tbilisi.
