Kaafi by Chaiguy

Amazing chai and wonderful samosas, and other delicious delights! I highly recommend Kaafi by Chaiguy. Their Chai are the bests so don’t leave Harlem without trying it. The space is cozy so you may need to wait to find a place to seat but it is beautiful and fun! Definitely try it!

I loved every bit of this cafe. I had their Butter Chicken Naanwich which was super juicy and their Gulabjaman Doughnut which was packed with flavors. Great twist on the authentic Pakistani flavors. The Brown Sugar Cardamom chai was to die for. Definitely check them out!

If you're in East Harlem, Kaafi is a MUST try. It is not just lovely - it is homey (and not just bc of the decor, which I'll touch on below). Where to start; I got the... ✅ Masala Chai - no sugar (came steaming hot - just like I like! This was such a rich and warming cup of chai. It had deep flavor, was so aromatic, and very well caffeinated!) ✅ Turkish Coffee Cookie (wow - this one was a shocker! It was SO rich, not too sweet, and perfect to dip into my chai!) ➕ sample of Kashmiri Chai - no sugar (this came compliments of the owner Baqar, it was so delicately flavored, aromatic (thanks cardamom), pretty (such a beautiful pink), and nutty (pistachio garnish on top added a little bit of nice chew!)) Highlights: 1️⃣ This place exuded warmth. The interior design of this space is so beautiful, with earthy brown tones and touches of green, soft white, and gold, as well as photos and art that each tell a story. It feels more like a living room than a coffee shop. It is a lovely addition to East Harlem! 2️⃣ The warmth extended to staff who recommended the cookie (and accepted my beaten up tumbler to fill my drink order!) and especially Baqar, who told me about the cafe and how he had gotten started. As we chatted, he had me try a bit of the Kashmiri Chai, too. I felt so welcome! 3️⃣ It's a great space to get some work done from, replete with WiFi, outlets, and plenty of tables. It's also just nice for hanging out!! Plus, they're open late! Can't wait to go back & highly recommend!

Brought my siblings here for brunch knowing this restaurant is Pakistani ran and owned. The food didn’t take too long to arrive but it was very cold upon arrival, which surprised us lol. We got the butterchicken naanwich and the gosht naanwich’s. Alongside there were desi chips and sweet chutney, a garlic condiment and green chutney. The chai didn’t come until 10 mins after we had finished eating. The staff is not attentive either. If you’re a Pakistani, (such as myself) I would kindly recommend that you save your money. There should be more authentic Pakistani cafes and this one is just not it. We went mostly for the gulab jamun donut too and I’ve seen a handful of good reviews on tiktok but trying it out myself had just led to disappointment.

The butter chicken naanwich paired with the seasoned chips was absolutely incredible – every bite was bursting with flavor, and the naan was perfectly soft and warm. The seasoned chips were the perfect complement, crispy and packed with just the right amount of spice. I also tried the brown sugar tea, and it was hands down the best Pakistani chai I’ve ever tasted. The sweetness was perfectly balanced, and the spices blended together in a way that made every sip a delight. The entire meal was a true culinary experience, and I can’t wait to go back and try more!

I can’t lie i came here from social media but it did not miss expectations. Good Pakistani food in the area that would be find to hard in manhattan. Service was good and the owner gave us a free Rusk cake with our Chai.

Def try this spot. My new favorite local coffee shop. Vibes, food, and chais are delicious! We asked about one of the chai flavors and she let us see the homemade batch being brewed up in the back. The sauces are also so good - the raspberry one is unique.

Excellent! My favorite was the homemade rusk which you can dip into the warm masala chai. If you are hungry get the samosa chaat… Owner has put a lot of thought and creativity into each item. The gulab jamon doughnut was delicious and unique!