11 Exceptional Spots In Delhi For The Most Epic Monsoon Chai In 2022

Does the monsoon season have you in exploration for your main character moment? Is your Instagram story draft ready- but no picture of aesthetic cafes to go in it? Not to worry, we’ve got your back to get your #WeekendPlansSorted at 11 Places In Delhi that will make your monsoon szn super memorable.

1. Triveni Terrace Cafe

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A place popular for its home-like food and serene vibes, Triveni Terrace Cafe is the go-to hangout spot for many people as soon as they see a dark cloud brewing in the sky. Not only do they have the ultimate cup of chai but along with it they also serve incredible Masala Cheese Toast, Palak Patta Chaat and mouth-watering paranthas. With its simple decor and an open seating floor plan, there are way too many pros to give this cafe a shot and slurp on garam chai.
Psst, they also deliver so you can enjoy their delectable food in the comfort of your home.

2. The Potbelly Rooftop Cafe

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A quaint little place located in lanes of Shahpur Jat stands The Potbelly Rooftop Cafe (And a newly opened yet super aesthetic outlet in Gurgaon). It boasts the most amazing view of the city with an environment that can only be summed up with two words: tranquil & peaceful. Just imagine having a hot cup of masala chai on a windy evening surrounded by nature, what else could make it more perfect? Oh good snacks you say, Potbelly has a pakora basket ready to go as well as different cuisines that cater to all palates.

Where | The Potbelly Rooftop Cafe - 116/C, 4th Floor, Shahpur Jat & 32ns Avenue (Milestone) Gurgaon
Meal For Two | Rs 1,000
Timings | 12 Noon - 10:30 PM
Call Them | +91 8059 800 510

3. Charcha - When Coffee Met Cocktail

A home is a place where you can sit comfortably, eat your heart out, and completely relax. Well, Charcha Cafe can be your new home with its soul-pleasing menu that will make you cry tears of joy because of how affordable it is! A cafe that prides itself on being the perfect place for a monsoon date as it will have you swooning over the food and dreamy but humble decor making sure that every corner is Instagrammable. Their Honey Chilli Crispy Maggi, Kulcha Quesadillas, and a steaming plate of momos are married to the Adrak Elaichi Chai, making a flawless couple.

4. Chai Garam

Chai Garam is where quality and quantity meet affordability and thrive together in a happy friendship. This food joint is the IT place when it comes to finding the most amazing Masala Omelette and Tango Paneer Sandwich to go along with your chai. Chai Garam is also popular for maintaining a high standard of service, even with delivery! Their food is neatly packed and true to their name, garam, when it arrives at your doorstep. Nothing should prevent you from giving this place a shot if you’re in the area because this is value for money.

Where | Chai Garam - Cart 10, Lower Ground Floor, WorldMark 1, Aerocity.
Meal For Two | Rs 200
Timings | 10 AM - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9711 001 387

5. The Reader’s Cafe

This one’s for all the readers out there looking for their safe haven. At The Reader’s Cafe, you can enjoy the most amazing comfort food while reading a classic from the hundreds of books that line their shelves. Sunlight pours in through their big windows on the wooden furniture giving it the ‘library of your dreams’ effect, now just imagine this on a rainy day as you hear the pitter-patter of raindrops on window glass and you immerse yourself into the world of Jane Austen with sips of Chamomile Tea - we’re painting a good picture, right? Well, they also have Mac N Cheese, Oreo Choco Truffle Mouse, delicious kinds of pasta- TBH, we could go on and on.

Where | The Readers Cafe - 208-212, Indirapuram Habitat Centre, Ahinsa Khand 1, Ghaziabad
Meal For Two | Rs 1,000
Timings | 11 AM - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 7291 971 835

6. Sudama Tea Stall

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Sudama Tea Stall proves that India will forever be a chai-loving country. Established over 30 years ago, Sudama Ji’s Tea Stall is a place where fond memories are created over a hot cup of chai. If you’re a student in Delhi, you cannot escape this place and this place can’t escape you. At all times of the day you’ll see his cart flogged with people, and it’s because it’s here that quality meets affordability. Where else in Delhi can you find the best cup of chai only for Rs 10? Ginger, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Masala Chai - you name it, he has it. There should be nothing stopping you from visiting this place at least once in your life!

Where | Sudama Tea Stall - Outside Ramjas College, Kamla Nagar
Meal For Two | Rs 50
Timings | 12 PM - 12 AM
Call Them | +91 7877 004 201

7. The Tea Room From Blossom Kochhar

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This quaint place situated in the greenery of HKV is going to steal your heart and permanently keep it. Popular for their beverages, The Tea Room serves the most impeccable cup of Ginger Tea you will ever have. Coupled with their scones, a nice board game to play with your friends, and a rainy evening - we couldn’t write a more perfect scene even if we wanted to. They even offer the ultimate High Tea experience if you’re feeling a bit fancy-schmancy. This stunning cafe is the perfect place to completely chillax at.

Where | The Tea Room From Blossom Kochhar - 1, Part One, Hauz Khas Village.
Meal For Two | Rs 800
Timings | 11 AM - 11:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 4081 7655

8. Cha Bar

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If there’s any place in town that recognizes tea is the only game, it’s Cha Bar. This spot ensures that every sip of your beverage is an experience that will make you smile, their stand-out Rose Tea and Earl Grey Tea are the best examples of it. Not only does this place experiment with quirky names such as Kenyan ‘Hakuna Matata’ Koffee, but they also stay true to the classic with their Cha Bar Blend bringing out the robustness of every Assam tea leaf that goes in. They also have a variety of food from English Tea Sandwiches to an amazing plate of pasta. Slurp on some heavenly tea as you finish up that chapter of your book which is still bookmarked. If chai-making is a science, then this place is the champion of it. When are you heading over?

Where | Cha Bar - N-81, Oxford Bookstore, CP
Meal For Two | Rs 600
Timings | 10 AM - 9 PM
Call Them | +91 9910 994 865

9. Imly Cafe - Malviya Nagar

We’re sure that if you haven’t heard of the Imly Cafe then you live under a rock. Home to cuisines from all over the country but popular for their chaats, Imly Cafe’s chai is a hidden gem that isn’t talked about enough. One sip is enough to remind you of home and make you call your mom. If chai isn’t your cup of tea (pun intended) then their refreshing bantas will surely floor you - from Kokum to Mango, they have it all. Also, you can’t afford to miss their Momos - Imly Way!

Where | Imly Cafe - T-540, Ground Floor, Panchsheel Park
Meal For Two | Rs 1,200
Timings | 12 Noon - 1 AM
Call Them | +91 9599 329 533

10. Garden Lovers Cafe

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If you’re a plant parent and are looking for ways to turn garden shopping into a cute li’l day out, then this is the spot to hit! Located over a nursery, this cafe is the perfect place to take your heels off and chill after a long day of heavy lifting pots. Their extensive beverage menu has every possible variation of coffee you can imagine, and from the tea section, the Herbal Tea will leave you rejuvenated and energised. Not just their amazing drinks, but their Brownie And Blueberry Muffin is another standout as the perfect partner to your cup of chai along with the Korean Cream Mushroom Bun if you’re craving savoury. Big windows with soft sunlight peeking through, wooden interiors, and a warm cup of chai amidst the greens - yes it really is as dreamy as it sounds.

Where | Garden Lovers Cafe - Near Plaza Mall, Sector 28, MG Road, Gurgaon
Meal For Two | Rs 700
Timings | 8 AM - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9818 200 585

11. Chai Lelo, Nehru Place

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Chai Lelo @ Nehru Place is THE spot for spending an ideal monsoon day, ‘cause with their outdoor seating, you can slurp on their Hot Chai or their Honey Twigs bubble tea as a cool breeze hits your face. Chai Lelo’s Flavoured Iced Chai also hits it out of the park if you’re looking for a refresher in this humidity. Enjoy your drink with a hot plate of Maggi, and make boomerangs for your Insta at their indoor seating area as well where they have unique wall art for perfect meme content. The best part? It’s student pocket approved.

Where | Chai Lelo - A-3, Pamposh Enclave, Nehru Place
Meal For Two | Rs 350
Timings | 8:30 - 3 AM
Call Them | +91 8076 189 113

Scamper over to these amazing places in Saddi Dilli at the earliest and wolf down the lip-smacking food, you won’t regret it! We’ll just meet you there then?

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