I was looking forward to Manti here based on the reputation. The reality was disappointing. The warmly herbal character that makes this dish special was muted — either from shortcuts with lamb shoulder or from scaling up production at the expense of quality. the Armenian genocide shaped diaspora co…
Read full review →I went in with low expectations — I'd had mediocre versions before. What I found was Manti made with real commitment to tarragon and technique. The rich from slow-cooked lamb result was more complex and satisfying than anything I'd had before. Armenia claims the world's oldest winery dating to 4100…
Read full review →I ate Manti at three different restaurants in the same week to compare. The results were illuminating. The use of tarragon varied significantly — only one got it right. The rich from slow-cooked lamb profile should be consistent but interpretation differs widely. the Armenian genocide shaped diaspo…
Read full review →Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Manti. I ordered it with madzoon tan yoghurt drink and the rich from slow-cooked lamb elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. madzoon yoghurt in particular became more prominent in a good way. Armenia claims the world's …
Read full review →I grew up eating Manti and have strong opinions shaped by memory. The version here triggered that recognition in the first bite — the subtly tangy was right, madzoon yoghurt was handled the way it should be. Armenia claims the world's oldest winery dating to 4100 BC and has a deep wine-making herit…
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