Chaiiwala

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  Isa McCulloch

  ·1 month ago

  “Lovely service, friendly staff and their Chai was next level 👌🏼 Food was nice, and clientele all seem to like this place. It came recommend by a local, and I wasn't surprised why after going. 100% recommend”

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  Neil Goodburn

  ·2 months ago

  “Nice setting with India pictures on the wall, great staff. The food was absolutely outstanding and very very good value for money. Every mouthful was an explosion of flavour, enough heat (chilli) but not overpowering. The chai was superb reminiscent of Mumbai. Cannot wait to visit again. A real flavour of authentic India.”

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  Svitlana Irkhina

  ·4 months ago

  “Today my friends and I came to this café for a late breakfast and we were truly impressed. The atmosphere is warm, cosy, and very clean. The service was excellent, and the dishes were beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. We really enjoyed both the atmosphere and the quality of the food. Highly recommended! It is quite rare to find a place like this in Aberdeen.”

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  Ana M

  ·4 months ago

  “An absolute bargain and genuinely authentic! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ​Chaiiwala Aberdeen's All Day Breakfast is a massive win, and the buy one get one half price deal is fantastic value. ​We had the tasty daal with parathas and omelette. The karak coffee was lovely, as was the karak chhai. ​A special shoutout to the lady at the front of house—she is so helpful and explains all the options clearly. It’s also great to see the customer base is majorly Indian, which is the ultimate sign of authenticity, though absolutely everyone is made to feel very welcome. Generous portions and brilliant service!”

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  Zoe Hanna Langer

  ·7 months ago

  “Absolutely amazing place. The food was so flavourful and fresh, the fries were exactly how I like them, crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The drink was something that will definitely make me come back for more. The service was quick. The place itself is very cozy.”

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  Rosie

  ·7 months ago

  “Chaiiwala is a charming establishment whose delightful offerings and kindly customer service warm every day, come rain or shine. Jhansi and her colleagues greet you with a smile, and the wide selction of Indian street food and drinks offered ensures you will find something suitable for your tastes. Just some of the possibilities include the desi Indian breakfast, an Indian-style platter served all day with various breads, curried beans, chana and/or daal and a hot drink. Their chips are our favourite from a fast food place, light, fluffy and affordable when paired with a wrap like Bombay twister, moderately spiced chicken tenders with Western sauces. For something light, their aloo tikki and vada pav burgers are a tasty veggie-friendly option, as are their pani puri poppers, to be chizzled with a wooden knife and then filled with chana mix and tamarind water then promptly eaten whole before they disintegrate! The Bombay bowls are decent and substantial. Not to mention their decadent milk cakes, ice creams, mocktails etc. — perfect to satiate any sweet tooth. The kindness of their servers and unique decor create an inviting atmosphere, and the design of their products is very special, with the food being wrapped in paper that pays hommage to India’s fascinating past and promising future. They are perfectly positioned for a quick chai when in town doing errands, and close at 11pm, ideal for a bite to eat after a Music Hall event. Also, you may be able to find deals by downloading the app, and might be able to get a discount if you work locally and can show work ID. I love introducing friends to this place, come here regularly with family and have, dare I say, become one of the “usual suspects” on the Chaiiwala watchlist. Give it a chai! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

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  Jahidul Islam

  ·8 months ago

  “Had an amazing experience at Chaiwala Aberdeen. I tried the Indian breakfast with karak chai, and everything was spot on. The karak chai was rich and full of flavor, and the breakfast was absolutely delicious. The omelette deserves a special mention , perfectly cooked with right amount of salt.(30p for some chilli on omelet was silly though 😀) The service was impressively fast, and the staff were very welcoming, calm, and friendly, which made the experience even better. The place itself was very clean, and the interior decor was cinematic and beautifull, giving a really nice vibe. Highly recommended if you’re looking for authentic taste, great service, and a lovely atmosphere in Aberdeen. Will definitely be coming back to try more desi foods.”

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  Sravani T

  ·9 months ago

  “I visited Chai Wala Aberdeen and had a great experience. Jan C was very friendly and helpful in explaining the authentic Indian menu. The masala chai tasted just like Indian street chai – strong, aromatic, and perfectly made. The snacks were fresh and full of flavour”

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  Suresh Nagineni

  ·9 months ago

  “Had a good experience at the Aberdeen Chaiwala branch. The staff explained the deals and ingredients really well and were very friendly. One staff member (I think her name was Vandi / Vanda) was especially helpful. Good service and nice chai and breakfast ,,,Will visit again.”

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  Sidney Dsa

  ·1 year ago

  “Amazing 🤩 staff Vandana was super kind and accommodating and the food was good for two of us. Thank you 🙏🏻 we also enjoyed the Desi breakfast deal.”