There is nothing more joyous than sipping a hot cup of perfectly brewed tea, right? With chai being the bae of the majority of people out there, it is our moral responsibility to throw some light on places that serve the most delicious and soul-satisfying cuppa. So here we are with a list of 12 places in Delhi/NCR that will take your chai drinking experience to another level.
1. Kunzum Travel Cafe
Kunzum Travel Cafe is a haven for art and travel enthusiasts. The cafe is loaded with travel books, journals along with a variety of lip-smacking tea flavors.
2. Triveni Terrace Cafe
A quiet secluded corner in Mandi House, Triveni Terrace Cafe is that perfect setting where you can spend a leisurely evening with friends. Opt for the outdoor or the indoor seating and enjoy their Masala Chai and a delectable plate of Pakoras with fresh mint chutney.
3. Jugmug Thela
This is a brilliant concept if you ask me. You can choose to buy their blends online or track the thela around Delhi to enjoy an awesome cup of tea and coffee. Try Chat-pa-Tea or the 12 Spice Masala Chai. Bet you won’t regret it!
4. The Tea Room By Blossom Kochhar
This place with amazing ambiance holds a lovely tea collection made out of freshly brewed tea leaves in various flavors from around the world. The Tea Room has an in-house tea brewery where they mix flavors and concoctions which is the secret of some of the best teacups.
5. The Brew Room
This cafe with a warm ambiance and pretty interiors is one perfect place to visit for a tea date with your special someone. The Brew Room serves perfectly prepared Lavender White Tea, Marigold Green Tea and many more.
6. The Potbelly Rooftop Cafe & Kitchen
It is a rare treat to find a Bihari restaurant in the capital with an artsy and shabby-chic look. The Potbelly Rooftop Cafe & Kitchen is a fabulous place to give your tastebuds a ride of authentic masala tea and lush mixed fruit iced tea.
7. Cafe Lota
Bamboo slices the sunlight into flattering stripes at this outdoor cafe that offers a modern version of traditional Indian delicacies. Sample its take on the freshly brewed Assam tea leaves in the form of their chef special masala chai.
8. Mister Chai
Mister Chai is another wonderful place that serves splendid tea varieties. The menu presentation is very unique, the ambiance is exhilarating and mind-boggling with a staff that is super friendly and courteous.
9. Coast Cafe
Coast Cafe is a light and bright restaurant with views over the parklands of Hauz Khas. The cafe serves hit-the-spot pink rhododendron iced tea and mustard-tossed fries. You must try it once in your life!
10. Cha Bar
Cha Bar holds in its collections the most comprehensive, serious collection of teas from India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan and even further afield. Not surprisingly, there are a number of single estate teas as well as rare specimens like white tea. Ayurvedic tea, as well as cultural preparations, make this delightful hub an unmissable treat.
11. Sancha Tea Boutique
Conveniently located in the Santushti Shopping Arcade, this boutique shop is the place to experience the art of tea. If you are a connoisseur, you will find yourself endorsing this place to all. If you are not, you will fall for it instantly!
12. Elma’s Tea Room
The collection of delectable sweets and savories here make me want to keep going back. An array of options in the tea and coffee section make those treats even more worthwhile.
Well, I have started craving for a hot cuppa. Have you?