Winter is here, and it's simply the best season to be in Delhi. The foggy mornings, the chill in the air, and huddling in coats and jackets, the wintry sun warming up the afternoons for a walk....well the list goes on.
While Delhi winters are perfect for hibernation, a cup of steaming chai definitely fills you up with warmth, and that's perhaps the best way to enjoy Delhi winters. While Chaayos and Chai Point have our heart, here's a curation of the best tea(Chai) spots in Delhi beyond these familiar ones!
1. Jugmug Thela
Jugmug Thela's founder describes the Jugmug experience as an ongoing homage Chai adda’s in Bengal, coffee houses in Kerala, street side shops in Vietnam, side walk parlours in Paris, Social Clubs in Havana or Choupals in Haryana. Their quirky but comfortable decor only enhances the feeling of belonging that you feel while sipping on their variety of Chai. Whether it's a Desi Kadak Chai, Choco Cinnamon Ice Chai or Chamomile and Vanilla Tea, you'll find the perfect brew to match your mood and taste.
Address: Shed 4, Khasra 258, Lane 3, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Near Kuldeep House, Saket, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
Must-haves: Hot Chocolate, Masala Tea, Choco Cinnamon Ice Chai Brownie, Club Sandwich, Bombay Sandwich, Veg Sandwich
Average Cost: INR 700 for two
2. Cha Bar
Cha Bar is a haven for book lovers because you can browse through your favourites, or dig into a new title while sipping on your beloved cup of Chai. If you are looking for some quiet time with yourself, or close friends, Cha Bar is an amazing place. Here, you will also discover an astonishing variety of teas, from many corners of India as well as the world. They have chai from Niligiri Hills, Sikkim, Kangra, Ladakh, Darjeeling, Assam, Nepal, Sri Lanka, China, Japan and many other regions, apart from some fantastic theme-based brews.
Address: 148, Statesman House, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Must-haves: Cha Bar Blend, Hindustani Cha, Red Velvet Cake
Average Cost: INR 400 for two
3. Mister Chai
Located in Shangi-La Hotel, this beautiful tea shop takes your Chai experience to the next level. They offer a lavish ambience, and they have great, home-like teas like their Meri Apni Cutting Chai, where you can choose your own ingredients like adrak, elaichi etc. They also have a huge variety Indian Street Food as well as Western treats which will go perfectly with your chai.
Address: Lobby Level, Shangri-La’s – Eros Hotel, 19, Ashoka Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Must-haves: Chai, Coffee, Club Sandwich, Bhel Puri, Corn Bhel
Average Cost: INR 1500 for two
4. Sancha Tea Boutique
Sancha is all things tea, and definitely and tea connoisseur's paradise. This is not a regular tea shop, but rather a 'Tea Boutique'. The interiors are classy and exquisite, endorsing the huge variety of teas that it offers such as iced tea, white tea and herbal teas.
Address: Lok Kalyan Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Raja Garden, New Delhi
Must-haves: Iced Tea, Herbal Teas, White Tea
Average Cost: INR 500 for two
5. Elma's
This is an English style tea house cum bakery with cute interiors, a mouthwatering array of desert and bakery items and.....Teas. They have Darjeeling and Assam Tea, rhododendron tea, jasmine tea, red rose tea and various other exotic flavors and infusions, which make a wonderful combination with their menu. They also have flavorful pot pies, mezze platters, curries, pizzas and pastas to satiate your hunger pangs.
Address: 31, 2nd Floor, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
Must-haves: Red Velvet Cake, Carrot Cake, Rhododendron Tea, Cold Coffee
Average Cost: INR 1800 for two
6. Wagh Bakri Tea Lounge
Wagh Bakri Chai is a favorite at our home, and Wagh Bakri Tea Lounges carry forward the legacy of their delicious chai by reinventing the brand and appealing to all age groups. Their menu is wholesome, with classic flavors like ginger, cinnamon and cardamom, and modern iced teas and gourmet teas. They also have a good collection of sandwiches and snacks to go with the tea(or whatever beverage you choose)
Address: L-7, Outer Circle, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Must-haves: Wagh Bakri Masala Tea, Kesar Pista Ice Cream Tea, Banana Walnut Cake, Maggi
Average Cost: INR 700 for two
7. The Tea Room from Blossom Kochhar
This tearoom has a beautiful ambiance and an invigorating tea collection made out of freshly brewed tea leaves in various local and international flavors. They have an in-house tea brewery where they mix flavors and concoctions to produce some of the most delicate and satiating flavors.
Address: Part One, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi
Must-haves: Darjeeling Tea, Waffles, Cutlets, White Teas(Rose, Jasmine, Moroccan Mint, Lavender, Lemongrass
Average Cost: INR 1000 for two
8. Tea Lounge, Eros Hotel
With a classy ambiance, selection of tea and iced tea and a menu featuring sandwiches, tortillas, burgers and mouthwatering pastries, this is an amazing place to enjoy your cup of hot chai and a small meal while chatting with friends or family. It is located inside Eros Hotel in Nehru Place.
Address: Eros Hotel, Nehru Place, New Delhi
Must-haves: Tea, Coffee, Burger
Average Cost: INR 1400 for two
9. Nukkad Cafe and Bar
This cafe has an authentic earthly feel to it. While their collection of Chai is not very extensive, the cutting chai does its job well. Their bar bites go equally well with your cup of hot chai, and whether you are in the mood for some pasta, Indian Chinese, snacks or desserts, everything is available to soothe your hunger pangs.
Address: SDA Market, SDA, New Delhi
Must-haves: Cutting Chai, Mutton Galouti Kabab, Tadka Maggi, Butter Maggi
Average Cost: INR 1000 for two (without alcohol)
10. The Chai Story
The Chai Story has multiple outlets in Delhi, and the one in Connaught Place is centrally located. They have a good collection of milk teas, iced teas and classic teas. They also have sandwiches, pasta and other scrumptious items on their menu which go perfectly with the 'Chai mood'.
Address: Connaught Place, New Delhi. Other outlets also available in Delhi
Must-haves: Masala Tea, Peri Peri Maggi, Grilled Veg Sandwich
Average Cost: INR 350for two
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