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Stumara is an award-winning Georgian restaurant in Wheeling, proudly named Best Heritage Restaurant at the Jean Banchet Awards. We bring the rich flavors of Georgia to life through handmade khinkali, regional khachapuri, and qvevri wines—all served in a warm, modern setting. Experience the cuisine that earned Chicago’s top culinary honor. Be our guest at STUMARA !
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Address: 847 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090
Phone: (224) 676-3767
Website: https://stumara.com/
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Bojan Bogetic
This was my first time here, and everything I tried was excellent.
The food was amazing, with a beautiful atmosphere and authentic Georgian style and ambiance.
I came looking to try something different and experience a new cuisine, and I was truly impressed.
Everything exceeded my expectations.
Highly recommended !
I will definitely be coming back.
… moreThe food was amazing, with a beautiful atmosphere and authentic Georgian style and ambiance.
I came looking to try something different and experience a new cuisine, and I was truly impressed.
Everything exceeded my expectations.
Highly recommended !
I will definitely be coming back.
Dani Clota
Great, delicious food, the ambiance is super nice and relaxing. It made all of us want to go and visit Georgia. We have been here a few times, and every time we leave very happy. They also have a few nice vegan & vegatarian plates, which was great for a couple of us. Definitely recommended.
… moreStriker 7×7
Went with a friend to Stumara here is our review short and long version below
TLDR:
My friend “Food was really good”
Me “Georgian food is phenomenal and the change I needed in my life”
Long version:
My friend “The food felt like a warm hug”
Me: Omg where to begin, go here then go to Georgia cause this blew me away. But first come here and have Brunch
We had the “Chirbuli”, “Gogris Baje”, “Khinkali (beef/lamb)”, Tea Bloom, and “Ponchiki” for dessert
Most of these are from the Brunch menu
Tea divine, never liked tea so much especially herbal
The Gogris is unlike anything I’ve ever had before walnut sauce was savory and delicious, just look at my photo that soft egg is a like delicious lava from a volcano!
KhinKali, hot take, better than some Chinese soup dumplings I’ve had
Omg and Ponchiki don’t let the description fool you, this Bavarian creme is not like the crap from certain American chains, it has a much more complex flavor and isn’t overly sweet
Sophie was a delight explaining the dishes, recommendations, and how to eat certain items. Highly recommend this place and now I want to visit the country
My friend: “Chirbuli, bussing bussing, well balanced and the bread was really good”
Fin~
… moreTLDR:
My friend “Food was really good”
Me “Georgian food is phenomenal and the change I needed in my life”
Long version:
My friend “The food felt like a warm hug”
Me: Omg where to begin, go here then go to Georgia cause this blew me away. But first come here and have Brunch
We had the “Chirbuli”, “Gogris Baje”, “Khinkali (beef/lamb)”, Tea Bloom, and “Ponchiki” for dessert
Most of these are from the Brunch menu
Tea divine, never liked tea so much especially herbal
The Gogris is unlike anything I’ve ever had before walnut sauce was savory and delicious, just look at my photo that soft egg is a like delicious lava from a volcano!
KhinKali, hot take, better than some Chinese soup dumplings I’ve had
Omg and Ponchiki don’t let the description fool you, this Bavarian creme is not like the crap from certain American chains, it has a much more complex flavor and isn’t overly sweet
Sophie was a delight explaining the dishes, recommendations, and how to eat certain items. Highly recommend this place and now I want to visit the country
My friend: “Chirbuli, bussing bussing, well balanced and the bread was really good”
Fin~
Kyial Sydykova
I visited Stumara for the first time and, unfortunately, it didn’t leave the best impression. The restaurant opens at 4pm, but when we walked in, pillows were still scattered across the couches in an unorganized way, which didn’t look very welcoming.
We ordered several dishes to try. The eggplant salad with walnuts was just okay, and the kharcho soup was also fine but nothing memorable. The khachapuri was probably the highlight — simple but tasty with its cheese filling. We also had khinkali (beef/lamb and mushroom). The meat version was better than the mushroom, I wouldn’t order them again.
The complimentary bread with butter was disappointing — stale, cold, and definitely not freshly baked. Service was on the slow side; empty plates lingered on the table, and we had to repeatedly ask the waitress to clear them.
Overall, the food was hit-or-miss, service lacked attentiveness, and the atmosphere didn’t feel polished. I don’t see myself returning.
… moreWe ordered several dishes to try. The eggplant salad with walnuts was just okay, and the kharcho soup was also fine but nothing memorable. The khachapuri was probably the highlight — simple but tasty with its cheese filling. We also had khinkali (beef/lamb and mushroom). The meat version was better than the mushroom, I wouldn’t order them again.
The complimentary bread with butter was disappointing — stale, cold, and definitely not freshly baked. Service was on the slow side; empty plates lingered on the table, and we had to repeatedly ask the waitress to clear them.
Overall, the food was hit-or-miss, service lacked attentiveness, and the atmosphere didn’t feel polished. I don’t see myself returning.
Olena Mokra
We recently visited Stumara, and it was truly a wonderful experience
The cuisine is incredibly delicious — every dish felt like a little journey to Georgia. The food was absolutely amazing: flavorful, rich, and clearly prepared with care and heart.
I would also love to mention the waitress who served us — she is Ukrainian, which made the experience even more special She was very kind, attentive, and sincere, creating such a warm and welcoming atmosphere and making our evening even more enjoyable.
The overall ambiance of the restaurant is cozy and soulful. We will definitely be coming back
… moreThe cuisine is incredibly delicious — every dish felt like a little journey to Georgia. The food was absolutely amazing: flavorful, rich, and clearly prepared with care and heart.
I would also love to mention the waitress who served us — she is Ukrainian, which made the experience even more special She was very kind, attentive, and sincere, creating such a warm and welcoming atmosphere and making our evening even more enjoyable.
The overall ambiance of the restaurant is cozy and soulful. We will definitely be coming back
Nikhil Dewan
We had a great time at Stumara! The staff working there were super nice and made us feel welcome, which was perfect since we’d never tried Georgian food before. And the food itself was amazing – every dish had so much flavor. We really loved trying something new and will definitely be back!
… moreAurelia Rotari
We hosted our office Christmas party at Stumara, and the entire group was thoroughly impressed! The restaurant is beautifully quiet and impeccably clean, creating a perfect atmosphere for celebration and conversation. The food was absolutely delicious—authentic Georgian flavors that everyone loved, with generous portions and great variety to suit different tastes. What really stood out was the staff: they were super attentive, friendly, and made sure every detail was taken care of. We’ll definitely be back.
… moreJoe King
Had dinner at Stumara in Wheeling the other night and it was one of the better meals we’ve had in a long time. The place is warm, and focused on doing things right.
The wine list is serious, too many to mention. The Amber Qvevri was the standout. Bold, earthy, and layered with flavor. It’s not something you come across often, and it elevated the whole meal.
Food was excellent across the board. The Tapis Khachapuri was rich, cheesy, and perfectly baked. One of those dishes you don’t forget. The crispy Khinkali hit all the marks—great texture and packed with flavor. And the lamb skewers were cooked just right. Tender, juicy, full of that grilled smokiness you want in a good skewer.
We finished with the honey cake for dessert and that was a hit. Soft layers, not too sweet, and just straight-up satisfying. A perfect ending.
Service was steady and respectful. Present when you needed them but never hovering.
We’ll be back soon. Stumara’s the kind of place that earns a spot in your regular rotation. No frills, just quality across the board.
… moreThe wine list is serious, too many to mention. The Amber Qvevri was the standout. Bold, earthy, and layered with flavor. It’s not something you come across often, and it elevated the whole meal.
Food was excellent across the board. The Tapis Khachapuri was rich, cheesy, and perfectly baked. One of those dishes you don’t forget. The crispy Khinkali hit all the marks—great texture and packed with flavor. And the lamb skewers were cooked just right. Tender, juicy, full of that grilled smokiness you want in a good skewer.
We finished with the honey cake for dessert and that was a hit. Soft layers, not too sweet, and just straight-up satisfying. A perfect ending.
Service was steady and respectful. Present when you needed them but never hovering.
We’ll be back soon. Stumara’s the kind of place that earns a spot in your regular rotation. No frills, just quality across the board.
Dan Kats
The place was great, food was tasty, so good I forgot to take all pictures. We ordered soup kharcho, khinkali, and both Khachapuri. By the time we got khinkali I was so full that couldn’t eat any more. I feel it was a bit pricey per menus item. Also, I felt that our table was somewhat ignored, but worked fine, as I was catching up with old friend. Overall, would be back again.
… moreLynn James
The food was delicious, fresh, colorful, beautifully presented, wonderfully unique! Our taste buds are happy! In addition, the service was exceptional! Our hostess Sophie and our server, Anna, were warm and engaging answering our questions and talking with us about Georgia’s history and culture. The other server (so sorry to not recall her name) was also friendly and helpful! We left with our hearts uplifted to have experienced not only fabulous food but also such warmth and hospitality!
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