What is better than chai on rainy days?? Nothing, we say and that's why sip some of the best chai places in Delhi to have that heavenly ‘chuski of chai.’
The tea affair of Indians is not strange to us, especially when the weather is all cozy in monsoons. Coffee and Green Tea are great – no doubt about that but ‘CHAI’ – is an emotion. That ‘aha!!’ after you take a sip of tea cannot be matched. And, so, we have taken it upon ourselves to help you find some of the best chai places in Delhi that are bound to take you on a beautiful chai journey.
1. The Chai Story
One of the locals' favourites, 'The Chai Story,' is an ideal spot for capturing the unending love of Delhiites for chai. Located in the heart of Delhi (and Delhiites also, haha), this quaint café is a haven for chai lovers. With a relaxing ambience and the kitchen, you can get fresh chai all day long. If you have chai, snacks are a must. The café also has arrangements for that.
Where: 35/9, H Block, Middle Circle, Connaught Place (CP), New Delhi
Must try: Tulsi Tea, dark chocolate Nutella waffle
Cost for two: Rs. 350
2. Cha Bar
Perfect for chai as well as book lovers, The cha bar offers both. Enjoy a cup of tea in one hand and a book in the other. You can go on a solo date here or with your fellow reader friend. Additional attractions of the Cha Bar include the stationery made by deaf artists, book launches, and book reading sessions. The café also offers self-service.
Where: N 81, Oxford Bookstore, CP, New Delhi
Must try: Hindustani Cha, Cha Bar Blend, Red Velvet cake
Cost for two: Rs. 600
3. Tpot
It is a cozy little café offers one of the best chai experiences. With a bit of a tapri vibe, this café has many tea varieties to offer to its customers right, from desi flavours like masala, laung, adrak, and elaichi to videshi ones like Chinese, Jasmine, or Hibiscus tea.
Where: Shop RCK 01, Rajiv Chowk Metro Station, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Must try: Hibiscus iced tea, ginger tea
Cost for two: Rs. 550
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4. Jugmug Thela
How can chai enthusiasts miss this quirky spot in Champa Gali? Sip on the best chai with your colleagues after work. Choose from a wide range of snacks and dishes with your chai. The masala tea is a must-have, along with other options like chocolate cinnamon ice chai.
Where: Shed-4, Khasra-258 Lane-3 Westend, Lado Sarai, New Delhi
Must try: Kadak desi chai, sandwiches
Cost for two: Rs. 500
5. San-cha Tea Boutique
Head to San-Cha tea boutique for some experiments! This place offers some of the most exotic chai flavours from all over India. Herbal teas, iced tea, and white tea are some of the tea varieties, and they also have zero-caffeine chai options.
Where: Lok Kalyan Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Raja Garden, New Delhi
Must try: Lavender white tea, Nilgiri white tea
Cost for two: Rs. 500
6. Mister Chai
This one is another place serving a variety of tea. The café has a welcoming and comfy ambience with a fun way of presenting the menu. You can customize your tea here by choosing ingredients like saunf, adrak, and elaichi. They also offer multiple desserts and baked items that sit right with your cup of tea.
Where: Shangri-La’s Eros Hotel, 19, Ashoka Road, Janpath, New Delhi
Must try: Masala chai, cookies
Cost for two: Rs. 2,000
7. Wagh Bakri Tea Lounge
The aroma of cardamoms will hit your soul the moment you'll enter this place. Well-known brand Wagh Bakri in the tea industry has reinvented itself with this chic café, and we feel it is a must-visit. The décor will get your attention with hand-painted teacups, teacup chandeliers, and posters of tea trivia. Go through their elaborate menu to order your favourite cuppa tea.
Where: C- 15, Ground Floor, Lajpat Nagar 2, New Delhi
Must try: Wagh Bakri tea, banana walnut cake
Cost for two: Rs. 700
8. Chai Point
Another great option for tea, Chai Point, has a great menu, and as per local visitors, their milk tea tastes like 'ghar ki chai'. This place has been offering chai for the last 10 years and curates specialized blends personalized to your taste. The Saket outlet is spacious and would be perfect for an evening chai meet-up.
Where: Ground Floor, Select Citywalk Mall, Saket, New Delhi
Must try: Dum chai, Ginger lemon chai
Cost for two: Rs. 300
9. The Tea Place
The tea place is a tea-cum-coffee joint, which means no matter what you prefer - tea or coffee, you will get both here. The beautifully decorated lounge has an excellent ambience with bright aesthetics, perfect for a chai date with your friend. The taste of their tea will definitely leave your taste buds dancing. While you are there, do not forget to get a taste of their Royal Earl green tea.
Where: 8, Ground Floor, MGF Metropolitan Mall, Saket, New Delhi
Must try: Masala tea, White tea, veg sandwich
Cost for two: Rs. 800
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