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Name: ChaiWali
Address: 274 Lenox Ave, New York, NY, United States, 10027
Telephone: (646) 688-5414
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

ChaiWali

4.2

139 Reviews

$31 to $50

Indian

274 Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10027

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Neighborhood gem

Chai is comfort and camaraderie and the combination of Real Chai and Real food is the synthesis of a new tea culture. With “ChaiWali”, Anita has chosen this playful riff on the traditional "Chaiwala" - a male seller of tea, to symbolize the woman being the nurturer of the home. She wanted her everyday food to be romantic and sensory, served in well-designed spaces that reflect community and neighborhood. It is a coming together of many worlds, and a new tribe.

2016 Featured in NYTimes, Channel 7 News, CBS Sunday, What's Eating Harlem, Harper's Bazaar India, Timeout NY & the Best of Village Voice 2016

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, International
Hours of operation
MONDAY-THURSDAY: 5:00PM–10:30PM FRIDAY: 12:00PM-11:00PM SATURDAY: 12:00PM–11:00PM SUNDAY: 12:00PM–10:00PM
Phone number
(646) 688-5414
Website
http://www.chaiwali.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Anita Trehan
Catering
We cater for your special private events - breakfast, lunch, dinner. Please contact us at info@chaiwali.com with details. <br />
Private party facilities
Our 2nd floor Zum Zum Room space is beautifully designed to celebrate in and perfect for Weddings, Wedding Receptions, Anniversary parties, Company Parties, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers. Seated dinners for up to 35 people. Cocktail parties for up to 60 people. Weddings for up to 125 people in the whole restaurant. Out Outdoor space in the Moon Pavilion is perfect for a small dinner party of 12-14 and in the entire back garden can be up to 22 people seated.

Location
274 Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10027
Neighborhood
Harlem
Cross street
between 123rd and 124th Street
Parking details
Parking Garage on 126th Street and Lenox
Public transit
2, 3 to 125th Street or 4, 5. 6 to 125th street & Lexington (walk over)
Entertainment
Jazz & Global Sounds
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Pink Rani Martini$14.00
Royal blend of herbs, fruits, flowers, lemon & iced Shochu
Pink Rani Bellini$13.00
The Pink Rani blend with Prosecco
Drinking Flowers$13.00
Prosecco, rose, ginger & litchi
Carafe
- 6.5 servings$42.00
Mango Saffron Bellini$13.00
Prosecco, mango, pure saffron
Monsoon Rum Naranja$14.00
Shochu dark rum with blood orange
Juggernaut Martini$14.00
Shochu Habanero & preserved lemon
Jazz Gin$14.00
Shochu Martini, or with tonic
Nimbu Mint Mojito$14.00
Shochu, Fresh lime & mint
Calcutta, Spicy Bloody Mary$14.00
Shochu base
Kefir Mango Lassi$6.00
Kefir Mint Ginger Lassi$6.00
Probiotic rich. 99% lactose free
Green "Masti" Juice$8.00
Nimbu Pani$5.00
Fresh lemon & water, sweet
Voss Sparkling Water
- 800ml$6.00
Kombucha Gingerade$7.00
Raw organic fermented tea & ginger drink
Harmless Harvest$3.50
Organic Raw Coconut Water, Organic Raw Coffee Coconut
Steeped House Chai$4.50
Hot or Iced. Classic chai made from scratch, with healing spices, milk & sugar
Kashmiri Kahwa$4.50
Hot or Iced, Green Kashmiri tea saffron, honey
Butter Drinks$5.50
Butter House Chai, Butter Naked Chai, Butter Coffee
Coffee, South Indian Beans
* not South Indian concoction coffee
- Drip$3.50
- Espresso$3.00
Homemade Almond Nut Milk$1.00
Made with raw nuts (add to coffee or tea)
Turmeric Tofu, Zucchini Scramble$14.00
Chickpea flour Kale fritter, greens
Anda Roti Flat Melt$11.00
Egg, ginger spinach, parmesan, cilantro sauce in a flatbread, greens
Arugula Goat Cheese Jalapeno Omelet$14.00
Chickpea flour Kale fritter. Greens
Eggs any Style, Black Eye Peas, Basmati Rice$16.00
Spicy tomato chutney, greens
Avocado & Arugula Toast$12.00
Live sprouted bread, lemon white sesame dressing
Signature Kale Burger$16.00
Crisp kale burger, avocado, turmeric rosemary fries & greens
Signature Kale Burger without Bun$14.00
Greens & Shaved Vegetables Salad$12.00
Togorashi, ginger dressing
Vindaloo Lamb Chops$29.00
Pea mash, turmeric rosemary fries, walnut chutney
Cornmeal & Rice Crisp, Masala Fish$24.00
House coconut cilantro chutney. Okra fries or Lemon quinoa
Tandoori Chicken Naanwich$15.00
Spicy chicken, cheddar, jalapeno, arugula in toasted Nan Cabbage slaw, yogurt dipping sauce
Paneer, Arugula, Parmesan Mac & Cheese$15.00
Black pepper, truffle, greens
Chaispice French Toast$15.00
Whipped Yogurt Crème, pure maple syrup Turkey bacon
Savory Rice Batter Waffles$15.00
Fermented Rice Batter Waffles, coconut chutney, gunpowder spice side

Table Sharing

Rosemary Naan Flatbread
- (2)$7.00
Plain Naan Flatbread
- (2)$6.00
Delhi Smoked Eggplant Olive Mash & Lentil Wafer$11.00
Classic Potato Samosas & Cilantro Chutney
- (2)$8.00
Toasted Papads
- (2)$4.00
Dipping Chutneys (Choose One)$2.00
tomato, cilantro, habanero, coconut, tamarind, mango

Sides

$6.50

Eggs any Style
Turkey Bacon
Turkish Raita
Avocado
Okra Fries

What 139 people are saying

ChaiWali reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
3.9Service
4.5Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

139 Reviews

c
cat82
Columbus6 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 29, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is delicious, service was great and the decor is beautiful.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on December 8, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was delivered to the table at a temperature that would make you think it was sitting for a while before arriving at the table. It was lukewarm at best. The flavor was great. However, I felt I had to eat it quickly or I would be eating a cold dish.
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Lipu
New York City1 review
2.0
Dined on December 3, 2017
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Appetizers were good, entrees disappointing . Not worth the price. I will not dine here again.
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LoisaM
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 11, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have enjoyed brunch, lunch, and dinners at ChaiWali and it always is delicious and a delight!
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laura
New York City3 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 7, 2017
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Unbearably loud. We kept asking for the music to be turned down, which at first they did. By the time we left they'd cranked it up to disco volume/earsplitting level. We wanted a nice evening with friends--that would include being able to hear each other without screaming.
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MLAHarlem
New York City14 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 21, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They have what they call a Green Lunch - not on their website menu. Great combination of healthy salad ingredients with indian inspired elements. Staff were friendly. Sat on back patio which was beautiful.
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PKK4
New York City5 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 18, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Food was really delicious and inventive. Atmosphere and decor was warm and charming. Hostess was welcoming. Service was slow - but otherwise, loved the food and restaurant overall
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hbankstoo
Greater Boston28 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 16, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Pleasant surprise in Harlem. Very tasty, with very moderate portions. Yummy.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston3 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 25, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We met my daughter there for lunch and I had my first Indian food, I must say it was delicious. The server was friendly without being obtrusive and the atmosphere was charming.
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IndiraK
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on August 20, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was just simply awesome. I would recommend this place and will be visiting again soon.
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274 Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10027

Additional information

Cross street
between 123rd and 124th Street
Neighborhood
Harlem
Hours of operation
MONDAY-THURSDAY: 5:00PM–10:30PM FRIDAY: 12:00PM-11:00PM SATURDAY: 12:00PM–11:00PM SUNDAY: 12:00PM–10:00PM
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking Garage on 126th Street and Lenox
Public transit
2, 3 to 125th Street or 4, 5. 6 to 125th street & Lexington (walk over)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Executive chef
Anita Trehan
Entertainment
Jazz & Global Sounds
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.chaiwali.com/
Phone number
(646) 688-5414
Catering
We cater for your special private events - breakfast, lunch, dinner. Please contact us at info@chaiwali.com with details. <br />
Private party facilities
Our 2nd floor Zum Zum Room space is beautifully designed to celebrate in and perfect for Weddings, Wedding Receptions, Anniversary parties, Company Parties, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers. Seated dinners for up to 35 people. Cocktail parties for up to 60 people. Weddings for up to 125 people in the whole restaurant. Out Outdoor space in the Moon Pavilion is perfect for a small dinner party of 12-14 and in the entire back garden can be up to 22 people seated.

ChaiWali

About this restaurant

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Brunch

Pink Rani Martini$14.00

Pink Rani Bellini$13.00

Drinking Flowers$13.00

Carafe

Mango Saffron Bellini$13.00

Monsoon Rum Naranja$14.00

Juggernaut Martini$14.00

Jazz Gin$14.00

Nimbu Mint Mojito$14.00

Calcutta, Spicy Bloody Mary$14.00

Kefir Mango Lassi$6.00

Kefir Mint Ginger Lassi$6.00

Green "Masti" Juice$8.00

Nimbu Pani$5.00

Voss Sparkling Water

Kombucha Gingerade$7.00

Harmless Harvest$3.50

Steeped House Chai$4.50

Kashmiri Kahwa$4.50

Butter Drinks$5.50

Coffee, South Indian Beans

Homemade Almond Nut Milk$1.00

Turmeric Tofu, Zucchini Scramble$14.00

Anda Roti Flat Melt$11.00

Arugula Goat Cheese Jalapeno Omelet$14.00

Eggs any Style, Black Eye Peas, Basmati Rice$16.00

Avocado & Arugula Toast$12.00

Signature Kale Burger$16.00

Signature Kale Burger without Bun$14.00

Greens & Shaved Vegetables Salad$12.00

Vindaloo Lamb Chops$29.00

Cornmeal & Rice Crisp, Masala Fish$24.00

Tandoori Chicken Naanwich$15.00

Paneer, Arugula, Parmesan Mac & Cheese$15.00

Chaispice French Toast$15.00

Savory Rice Batter Waffles$15.00

Table Sharing

Rosemary Naan Flatbread

Plain Naan Flatbread

Delhi Smoked Eggplant Olive Mash & Lentil Wafer$11.00

Classic Potato Samosas & Cilantro Chutney

Toasted Papads

Dipping Chutneys (Choose One)$2.00

Sides

Eggs any Style

Turkey Bacon

Turkish Raita

Avocado

Okra Fries

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