Chayakada

We ordered the Kizhi porotta with beef curry and Neychoru with beef. Both were good with good portion size. The restaurant had a carrom board and a foosball table, so you can easily spend a couple of hours here with your friends/family. We will definitely be back to try out their lunch options. I hope they maintain the quality. It's pretty rare to find good Kerala food in the Bay Area and this Chayakada is definitely one of the rare places that does it right.

Yesterday we had a real feast! We ordered their Christmas feast, it was very authentic and tasty. Thank you so much for the quality and quantity of food. We ordered for two people but it was enough for 4 people to share🎁🥳 The cafe is amazing, great place to enjoy with family and friends. We are pleased with their wide array of teas and coffees.

Heard about this place from our friends so had to try it out. The place has a very welcoming ambiance. Spaced out seatings with a game area which has carrom and foosball. The menu has a lot of items on it. We tried almost all of the savory snacks. Everything was very yummy. Specially the chicken cutlet and puff. It reminded me of the bakeries back in India There is ample parking nearby. Will definitely visit again.

Disclaimer: I am Keralite. This place serves authentic kerala food. The beef fry was just about perfect. Cutlets tasted good. Just that it was served a bit too hot. Portion size is good. Ambience is cafe style which is great for hanging out with friends. Sulaimani needs a lil more spices i felt. Sharjah shake was not great considering the taste I have acquired from kerala bakeries. Biriyani rice was well spiced and perfectly cooked. I guess the porottas are frozen ones heated up. But they did an amazing job making it layered

I was here with my friends to grab tea, and we ended up buying their freshly prepared savories. Very cool, and beautiful ambience to spend time by yourself or with your friends and family. I missed seeing the 'chenda' picture on their wall along with all other beautiful art and nature of the place that it re ok represents. It was a hot day so I ordered a shahajahan drink, pazyampori, and unnakaya - a malabar savory. The service is great and the servers will prepare your tea and coffee as per your preference if you have any. The staff is really very friendly and accommodating. My friends ordered Chaya, coffee, strawberry milkshake, puffs and chicken cutlet. We shared to taste each one and enjoyed the delicious freshly made savories. The beauty of it is that you get the experience of Kerala right sitting in San Jose. I will highly recommend and yes it's a women owned place and I highly support them. Must visit.

South Bay definitely needed a place like this for chai lovers!! They have a unique selection of cutlets and sandwiches. We tried their masala chai and Saffron chai - both amazing but masala was better. Veg Puff was good too, we tried cutlet last time but I found puff to be better. Service is quick and they serve cutlets hot and fresh (do not keep them premade which is great), location and the seating is amazing. Perfect spot to hang out with friends and come for a date

Amazing pazhampori, egg puff and cutlet. All the items were amazing! 5/5 rating for all the sides. Only the main dish of egg rice bowl, probably a little more variety like Karikku with mor curry, olan, red chammanthi, etc. But everything was amazing indeed and in San Jose only!

I saw this place featured in the paper, so always looking for cool spots to work, I gave it a try. This place hits all of my MUSTS for a coffee hangout: strong wifi, lots of seating, good coffee, parking, outlets, food, friendly staff, and the vibes. I had the Kirala Chai AND the Masala Chai — both Iced and both were yummy. I also had the chicken puff and it was delish. I almost ordered another one, but I resisted. The person at the counter was super helpful and friendly, and she welcomed me and everyone else into the place. The crowd seemed very local, which is always a good sign that the business is connected to the community. Five Stars, no question. I think the only thing I would change is that, while they did use compostable products, I wish the "here" option used real plates, glasses, and utensils. I know it's an expense, but real dishware always gives a place that extra umph. Overall, an excellent place, and I will definitely add this to my workspace rotation.

A lovely new Kerala, South Indian owned tem shop. The teas are amazing but my very favorite is their Indian coffee They also arrange events and just attended a lovely Valentine's Tea. The food was amazing and with a hint of Indian spices. The service was fantastic with the owner herself, Aleena explaining the spicing in the tea sandwiches, the scones and the lovely sweets. We enjoyed being served by Matias who kept the tea flowing

Heard about this place from our friends so had to try it out. The place has a very welcoming ambiance. Spaced out seatings with a game area which has carrom and foosball. The menu has a lot of items on it. We tried almost all of the savory snacks. Everything was very yummy. Specially the chicken cutlet and puff. It reminded me of the bakeries back in India There is ample parking nearby. Will definitely visit again.

Located in a big plaza south SJ, and they had lots of chai on the menu and plenty of Indian food as well. Service: workers were nice and friendly Ambiance: nicely designed modern space, the place is spacious. There are boardgames and plenty of tables to sit down and study. Wifi is provided. The place wasn't packed on Wednesday afternoon Masala chai $4.49 (3/5): This chai was fairly average, cardamom-forward tasting. Didn't really taste much spice. Kerala chai $4.25 (2/5): This tasted extremely earthy and not sweet. I'm not sure what this is supposed to taste like, but it wasn't my jam. Vegetable porotta roll $12 (4/5): the curry was yummy, it's hearty, and had a soupy-like texture. The porotta was nice and crispy. Wished the curry was given bigger portions Hazelnut puff pastry $4.25 (4.5/5): warmed up crispy puff pastry filled with nutella and they're delicious. I recommend this place for an excellent study/work spot. Nice and quiet with extremely fast wifi. The food options for a cafe are great as well. Their chai however is their weak point.

I stopped by Chayakada yesterday for an afternoon chai break and tried their strawberry milkshake, onion fritters and veg puffs, both were decent and paired nicely with the tea. The masala chai, however, was a bit of a letdown since it didn't really have any masala flavor I was assured. They do have other light snack options, rice bowls, sandwiches & coffee etc as well, and the ambiance is cozy with rattan-style sofas and cute serving trays. It's also fun that they have a carrom board to play while you sip your chai, making it a relaxed spot to hang out for a bit. Ambiance: 10/10 Service: 9/10 Food: 8/10 Music: 10/10 Seating: indoor & outdoor Parking: Ample, free parking available Price: $10-$15 per person

The main entrance made you feel like it was a bakery and cafe kind of place with lounge like seating and bakery display case. We almost left but saw the large nook area on the right that has several tables for eating-in and decided to give it a try. We picked the Kerala Parotta with Mutton and Kizhi Parotta with Egg. The flavor was pretty good. The mutton was tender, not chewy at all. The parotta were thick with nice soft layers inside and a tad crispy outside layers. Service is typical of a cafeteria. Order at the counter, they call out your name when it's ready. You get your own side sauce (mint chutney, sweet and sour like chutney, and ketchup) if you want to. They do have someone to clean the table instead of having you bring your plates to a designated drop-off counter. Tap to pay thingy at the ordering counter with the typical Tips screen while the guy stare at you. The biggest problem I have is the portion. The kerala mutton curry cup has 4 tiny pieces of mutton meat. At $18, I think you can afford to drop a few more tiny pieces in that cup. And the Kizhi has one egg split in half along with the curry and one parotta. And since it is out of the way from my usual route to anywhere else, I doubt that I would go for a 2nd visit.

SERVICE - located away from the rest of the South Bay near the intersection of 85 South and 101 South - large parking lot with lots of spots - interior is big and has many seating options for groups or individual diners - great hangout spot - board game and book corner gives it a fun atmosphere - service is friendly and welcoming MENU - South Indian inspired cafe drinks and bites - vegetarian and vegan options available - average price FOOD - kesar oat chai (7/10): saffron infused tea made with oat milk. Their main selling point is the meter chai which is pulled from about a meter to give it froth and mix the chai with the milk. It tasted good and was not super sweet. Otherwise, nothing too special about it. - unnakaya (7/10): deep fried plantain filled with coconut, raisin, and cashews. This seemed like a unique sweet snack to pair with the chai. It tasted similar to a lot of Indian sweets that have the raisin and cashew combination and are made with jaggery. The sweetness has a caramel note which is not overpowering. Although they fried it fresh, it felt a tad burnt and oily. - pazhampori (6/10): two pieces of deep fried plantain fritter. In comparison to the other sweet we got, this one was not as interesting. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes. I liked the ambiance and the purpose of having a casual hangout spot with Indian snacks and drinks. I wish it was closer to the South Bay as this was a bit of a drive.

This year we decided to try new tea and coffee places around the bay. Chayakada was on the list as an Indian tea place and focused on Kerala cuisine. We drove there one Saturday morning and it was not very busy at the time. We ordered irani tea which was milky and sweet. Husband had filter coffee which was delicious and kiddo had holiday hot chocolate. We also had veg puff which i was not a big fan of and potato bonda which was yummy! Overall this is a larger space and ambience was good. Service was friendly. We will be back to try other items.

Ok how do they have so many things on the menu and do it all so well??? I stopped by on a Friday evening for a quick snack but that was a mistake - I didn't realize they do a full service dinner with biryani, rice bowls, kizhi Parotta and so much more. I only had room for a chicken roast sandwich so I couldn't try all the different treats. The sandwich itself was bomb and came with masala fries. It wasn't overpoweringly spicy or oily - just right. Can't wait to come back and try all the other amazing things on offer!

Love the concept of a local Indian tea house and bakery. We got the mango lassi, iced masala chai, meat cutlet, egg puff, and chicken puff. Both the food and drinks were pretty good. The meat cutlet was our favorite. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. There's even a foosball table and carrom table in the back. Only complaint was staff was unenthusiastic, did not seem happy to be there or warm towards customers.

Grand opening and welcome banners everywhere :) a happy vibe calls you in! Spacious interiors and outdoor seating in the shade were both equally tempting. Lots of free parking in this lot so super easy to get here. In $42, we got: - masala chai 3/5- brewed fresh and they customize it the way you want it. First i found it too foamy to be a chai and second it was not hot. I went back and the guy fixed it to be extra hot. Then it was good :) next time i will try the "glass" glass - strawberry milkshake - 4/5- as promised, it was blended fresh strawberries with milk and thats it. No sugar unless requested. Perfect! - Kerala paratha with chicken curry - 5/5- this was the real deal for me. Good portion size. Comes with 2 parathas and greasy but yummy boneless chicken gravy. Not too spicy so it can cater to many. - scrambled paneer sandwich - 5/5 - freshly panini pressed and yummy! I wish the portion size was bigger for the price. I wish it came with a side salad or fries at that price. Clean restrooms and good board games. I also saw some games for kids and fuse-ball / carom board at the back. Definitely coming back for more :) Deducting 1 star for being too pricey. I wish they increase the portion size that can justify the price for becoming a weekly stop. For a self service place, it seemed expensive!

This café is tucked away in a rather unusual spot, far from the South Bay; so it's not the most convenient choice when you have to drive miles to get there. That said, once you arrive, it checks all the boxes for a great hangout spot with friends. The ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for sitting back and chatting. We tried all their puffs, including the butter croissant, and they were absolutely on point - flaky, flavorful, and fresh. The chai, on the other hand, was just okay and could have been much better. Our friends were disappointed with the sharjah shake. Improvement needed on drinks. As the crowd picked up, the staff seemed to get a bit chaotic and lost track of a few orders, which slightly disrupted the otherwise pleasant experience. Still, thoughtful touches like the Malayalam-themed board games gave the café an authentic, well-curated charm that stood out.

Loved the new generation chayakkada/ tea shop ambiance- this is literally the malayalee version of starbucks! You have kids and professionals working in a corner humming with productivity. You have the traditional snacks that are fried to order and too good to pass! Highly recommend unnakkai , pazhampori , fresh cutlets and the sughiyan stole the show! The tea and filter coffees , are a more coffee-machine fusion rather than the authentic thing. The ila Ada was a complete disappointment with soggy banana leaves and watered down stuffing- skip! But the other main courses we tried were the mutton koshi porotta -(8/10) . The thalassery chicken biryani (4/10) cuz it wasn't the fragrant jira rice used typical to thalasserry biryani and lacked traditional flavor. The porotta chicken curry and porotta egg curry (7/10) -yummy flakey porotta. Neychor (7/10) loved the neychor combination but missed the ney/ghee flavor. Also the beef curry(4/10) felt like it was made in a hurry due to taste of raw spices blended down with coconut milk. It's an unassuming self service model. Clean bathroom and roomy facilities.

I was there on a Saturday for lunch. The place was not crowded. Pazhampori and chicken cutlet were my favorites here. Pazhampori was made from sweet platains and fried nicely. Chicken cutlet was crispy and flavorful. Beef had nice flavors with pieces of coconut. Kizhi porotta was lamb was excellent with flavors of plantain leaf. Ghee rice was flavorful. Chicken curry was ok. Kerala tea came steaming hot. In my hurry, it burned my tongue. Once food was over, it cooled to the right temperature and was the right sweet combination that washed down the spices.

This cute, new cafeteria serving tea, coffee and delicacies from India (probably from Kerala, India with influences from few other regions?). It's spacious, clean with very friendly service! Ample parking available!

Stoped by for their grand opening today. It's in the same parking lot as my physical therapy. Located in the lucky shopping center off of Bernal Rd and Santa Teresa Blvd. They have a nice menu of coffees and teas, pastry's, snacks and sandwiches. They are very welcoming and kind. I decided to try the chicken puff, veg puff, meat puff, chicken cutlet, veg cutlet and meat cutlet. All were to take home. And I ordered a saffron chai for my husband. My husband really liked the tea, but the only negative was that it was so small for $4.99 price. I think if they have a larger portion, it would be worth getting again. The puffs were all delicious. I warmed them up in the toaster oven for a few minutes. My favorite was the chicken. It had such a wonderful savory flavor with a bit of heat. The cutlets were okay. The beef and chicken were good. The veg cutlet was very mild in flavor and not as savory as the other two. The inside is nicely decorated and there are many options for seating. Overall, I would definitely come pack for the puffs and maybe try some other menu items next time. It's definitely worth checking out.

Aleena, the owner, has great passion and attention to detail that makes Chayakada Cafe warm and inviting. She really cares about customers having a great experience. Chayakada Cafe is impressively spacious. There is a room in the back if you're looking for a quiet spot to work or study. The cafe also has games and books for entertainment at all age levels. Aleena told me she wants Chayakada to be a space for the community to come together, and she is doing a good job of making that happen. The decor is aesthetic with a pleasant green nature theme, and there are signs about Kerala and India. I love cultural cafes, and this is my first time at an Indian cafe. I really liked the banana and date smoothie and the egg sandwich. I've never had a date smoothie before, and it did not disappoint. Aleena made the egg sandwich on the spot, so it was fresh, hot, and flavorful. The salted caramel latte was a little sweet but still refreshing. Also, really appreciate that Chayakada Cafe accepts my reusable glass cup! A win for sustainability.

South Bay definitely needed a place like this for chai lovers!! They have a unique selection of cutlets and sandwiches. We tried their masala chai and Saffron chai - both amazing but masala was better. Veg Puff was good too, we tried cutlet last time but I found puff to be better. Service is quick and they serve cutlets hot and fresh (do not keep them premade which is great), location and the seating is amazing. Perfect spot to hang out with friends and come for a date

My mom and I came to this outdoor mall to Staples and after our shopping trip, we spotted this new Indian restaurant/bakery. The cashier said that it has been opened since June 1, 2025. The pastries at the counter behind the glass looked delectable, and they had a special menu for Friday and Saturday. I ordered the chicken puffs, beef puffs, masala chai, my mom ordered a latte. For the meal, we ordered the delicious Malabari Mutton Biriyani and the Thalassery Chicken Biriyani. If you're interested in trying out some delicious Indian food and pastries, be sure to check this new bakery restaurant out, you won't be disappointed!

I was here with my friends to grab tea, and we ended up buying their freshly prepared savories. Very cool, and beautiful ambience to spend time by yourself or with your friends and family. I missed seeing the 'chenda' picture on their wall along with all other beautiful art and nature of the place that it re ok represents. It was a hot day so I ordered a shahajahan drink, pazyampori, and unnakaya - a malabar savory. The service is great and they prepare your tea and coffee based on your preference if you have any. A very friendly staff. My friends ordered Chaya, coffee, strawberry milkshake, puffs and chicken cutlet. We shared to taste each one and enjoyed the delicious freshly made savories. The beauty of it is that you get the experience of Kerala right sitting in San Jose. I will highly recommend and yes it's a women owned place and I highly support them. Must visit.

Love the new addition to the neighborhood! Had Indian filter coffee, veg cutlet and veg puff! Everything tasted delicious. The ambience is also pretty nice. Adding this to my list for going to for a treat on weekend mornings or after work pick me ups.

The embodiment of Kerala is here! With my first sip of Chaya I was taken back to the misty hill stations, cool crisp mornings, Waterfalls worth a million words, strolls through spice patches, eagles, sipping fresh coconuts, and taking in the rich history. If you don't think that something as small as a cup can do that- you've gotta try it! I had the chicken puff- the Masala was on POINT! It spicy, and the flaky pastry was crisp but fluffy. I'm so glad to see a chaya shop here in San Jose! For sure- God's own Country has come to town!

This is a one month old place in south San Jose specializing in Kerala style Indian food. Stumbled into it while in the area with my wife . Great open ambiance, friendly ladies at the counter and authentic tasting Kerala specialties in the menu . Very clean and good interior. Since we went after lunch, couldn't try any of the entree items . Tried cutlets, parippuvada and pazampori with saffron chai. Everything was super tasty. Overall 5 star on customer service and food quality. Plan to return for lunch soon. I hope they do well and add more items to the menu.

Very disappointed by the service. The coffee was given in Togo cups instead of the brass ones as advertised. Puffs were soggy and stale. Ambience is good but the experience was so underwhelming. Coriander chutney was good though!!

Chayakada is unique concept with kid-friendly environment with books and games for children. They have a beautiful space that is inviting and spacious with tables & chair but also lounge seating for casual moments with friends. The food selection is diverse with variety of items to pick from whether you want a whole meal or a tea-time snack. The food is also delicious and tastes authentic. I've tried their Filter Coffee multiple times and it consistently tastes amazing! Highly recommend, this is my go to place for an authentic indian experience.

We visited Chaayakada today and absolutely loved it!!! Plenty of space to sit and enjoy a meal We ordered paneer and egg sandwich with options like chillies. Both were great. Aleena the owner came around and chatted with us, asked us how the food was and told us something about herself. Excited to have this amazing new cafe close to home. Plenty of Parking in the shopping mall.

Had the best Sunday ever! They were streaming soccer and I got the best Kerala Chai with it.

Very good Kerala food, great ambience and pleasant service Must check this place out, no matter what your favorite cuisines are

I went here today for lunch. The whole staff was super friendly and recommended to me the roasted chicken sandwich. It was very tasty and cooked nicely. The fries also tasted good. Next time I'll ask for it but without the cheese. I will bring my wife and little daughter for lunch here. There is plenty of parking and this is great local Indian cuisine. This area needs more Indian restaurants like this one !

I saw this place featured in the paper, so always looking for cool spots to work, I gave it a try. This place hits all of my MUSTS for a coffee hangout: strong wifi, lots of seating, good coffee, parking, outlets, food, friendly staff, and the vibes. I had the Kirala Chai AND the Masala Chai -- both Iced and both were yummy. I also had the chicken puff and it was delish. I almost ordered another one, but I resisted. The person at the counter was super helpful and friendly, and she welcomed me and everyone else into the place. The crowd seemed very local, which is always a good sign that the business is connected to the community. Five Stars, no question. I think the only thing I would change is that, while they did use compostable products, I wish the "here" option used real plates, glasses, and utensils. I know it's an expense, but real dishware always gives a place that extra umph. Overall, an excellent place, and I will definitely add this to my workspace rotation.

The food is exceptional. The cafe is very beautifully designed and clean. As someone who grew up eating Kerala cuisine, I was genuinely impressed by the flavors here. The rice bowl, in particular, was a complete standout--comforting, well-balanced, and reminiscent of the homestyle meals I know and love. The spices were authentic without being overwhelming, and the textures came together beautifully. Kudos to the Chayakada team for bringing Kerala cuisine to our community!

Our first time here today and it scored great on food! Service was a bit slow but understandable due to weekend rush. Ambiance is upscale, I'd recommend looking into HVAC as we walked into a very pungent smelling place. They should either use some sort of freshener or fix their HVAC. We tried all the cutlets and they were all good but our favorite was the fish cutlet. Their Malabar biryani was solid! We will be coming back again. It's a bit far for folks living in the peninsula or South Bay so try to open some more branches. Giving this a 5 star for the food and effort to keep it authentic! Hope they maintain the same quality and taste.

Food was served cold. They didn't have everything listed on the menu but still took the order. They didn't have enough staff. The staff that was communicating with the customers didn't understand the menu. Fish curry had a burnt flavor. Chicken in the patty was cold. Not coming back or recommending to friends.

Chayakada Cafe is one of those places you walk into and instantly feel at ease. The puffs and cutlets are honestly amazing. I went four times already and tried their fish curry rice bowl and beef sandwich and the cucumber cheese sandwich. So damn good. It legit reminded me of meals back home in Kerala--flavorful, comforting, and just the kind of food that makes you feel taken care of. Aleena, the owner is super warm and friendly, and you can tell she's created this space with so much love. She's the kind of person who remembers your name and makes you feel like you're part of the place. The vibe is super chill--lots of space to just lounge around, and if you've got kids, there are books and games to keep them busy while you enjoy your chai. It's the kind of spot you can hang at for hours without realizing where the time went.

This cafe is cute and spacious. The food looks good and they also have a cabinet of board games. The people working there seemed nice. However, I did not see power outlets anywhere so it may not be a good place to work or study on a computer. It has good vibes so I will be back if my goal is to hang out without devices.

Amazing Food, Service, and Ambiance. They have a variety of chai's, puffs, snacks and small food plates. So happy I don't have to go all the way to Fremont anymore for this kind of food and chai

I broke the mold and had a wonderful oatmilk latte! Great chicken pastry and quick service. Highly recommend!

Brand new cafe with treats from Kerala. Since my husband is from Kerala we are always looking for a place that reminds him of home. Aleena is a friendly owner who is eager to provide the best experience and it shows through her decor, service and tasty food! We had lots of chai and really enjoyed it! We will be back, just wish we lived closer.

Had chicken puff, veg puff and masala chai, everything was fresh and delicious. Loved the ambiance as well. Will keep coming.

My wife and I visited around evening 4pm Saturday 22nd November. Not too much crowd. First the good things. Great ambience. Its rare to find an indian comfort food shop to create a nice vibe. Lot of space and very family and kids friendly. The food is fine. I ordered cutlet, veg puff and veg sandwich. They were good. Service was ok. Now the not so good thing. I ordered Kerala chai. I found it just ok and nothing close to a real chai you experience in Kerala. It was very hot the way I like it and that's a good thing. I hope they get it right with a little more focus.

I visited Chaayakada today and absolutely loved it!!! It's everything one could wish for in a cafe - Fantastic Chai, Variety of Snacks and Meals, Beautiful ambience, Spacious, Books/Games, Plenty of space to ready and work I got saffron chai and ordered a number of items for take out - smoothie, chicken puff, chicken bowl, sandwiches, everything was done to perfection ... tasty and also felt healthy I had a lovely chat with the owner Aleena and her passion and love for having a communal space oozes through I don't know any other place in Bay Area that does what they are doing!! Excited to have this amazing new cafe close to home

The chicken puff was delicious and the service was friendly, quick, and informative! The atmosphere was clean and it's a great place to gather with friends for a snack. There's also a game corner. I liked the chicken puff because it's perfectly simple. Just flavorful chicken inside a puff pastry. 10/10 recommend

Kerala Chay, cucumber sandwich, veg. cutlet and potato fries were great. Their hot chay on a cold day would be great. It is unlike the India Tea loaded with milk in other restaurants and is fresh. Wish they will introduce Appam and also provide cilantro chutney (on the side as a condiment) for the cucumber sandwich. Service and Ambiance are very nice and pleasant. Very clean place.

Loved this cafe! Incredible food and service :) enjoyed the veg puff, and sandwiches were amazing!

the strip mall seems a little empty and unassuming but stepping into chayakada feels like stepping into a different world. lovely aesthetics and decor, comfortable cozy chairs, absolutely incredible food! chayakada has everything you need to eat well and stay a while with your friends. we tried a bunch of things and everything was SPOT ON. so tasty! we tried the cucumber cheese sandwiches (simple, cooling and refreshing), the chicken puff (possibly my favorite order, one bite and it took me right back to standing outside college and eating a hot puff from a roadside stall.. it was perfection), chicken kizhi parotta (incredible incredible taste, perfect texture), veg cutlet and fish cutlet (also spot on in taste and texture), beef roast sandwich (very very good with fresh crispy fries), egg rice bowl (liked it a lot, especially the avial style side, it's not avial, don't know what it's called but super yummy).. and last but not the least, the tea and coffee that were the cherry on the cake on this wonderful meal and experience. they were out of unnakaya and ela ada which i was desperate to taste but it only means i'll be back again thank you so much to the owners, chefs and staff for an absolutely top tier meal and experience.

We love this place! The puffs, the chai, the coffee- everything awesome! Its a great place to hangout with friends and family! The service is quick! I am glad that this place opened up in our neighborhood!

Amazing food and service! I tried the pazhampori, fish cutlet, and the egg puff, and they were all incredibly delicious. The fish cutlet had an absolutely amazing mild spice, and the pazhampori was the real highlight--it was wonderfully nostalgic and tasted exactly like the ones I had back home in Kerala! Plus, the indoor vibe was chic and fun.

For a place that calls itself a chayakada, the tea was easily the weakest part of the menu. We tried the masala tea, Irani chai, and Kerala tea, and all of them were below average. The masala tea in particular tasted like an overly thick concoction and was quite unpleasant. It seemed like the person preparing the tea lacked experience. The other items were just okay. While the ambiance is nice and the concept has potential, the execution needs significant improvement. Overall, it wasn't worth the drive.

Unique restaurant. The food was very tasty, huge flavor. Very generous with serving sizes. The tea was delicious. The building is unique and memorable. I only wish I could have tried more items on the menu.

What a lovely and inviting space! I had the Irani chai, which was delicious, and the egg rice bowl, which was really good, especially with added yogurt sauce. The owner was working when we were there and was very kind and attentive. There is plenty of space to sit and read, play games, or work for a while, or just to come for some delicious chai and food. Looking forward to visiting again.