
Chai Green
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About Chai Green
Chai Green is a cafe on Alum Rock Road in Birmingham, serving all day breakfast alongside street food and desserts. Chaii comes to the table in a traditional pot, poured alongside dishes like the chaat explosion and halwa puri with chick pea curry. The desi style pasta arrives in a red sauce with chicken or prawns, with an allergy-friendly option available on request, and ninja fries come topped with shredded chicken. Portions run generously across the menu. Cakes include San Sebastian cake, Matilda cake, and red velvet cheesecake, and the drinks list extends to mocktails, including a pomegranate version, alongside the house chai.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Usually difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chaat, house chai, pasta dishes and ninja fries.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chaat, house chai, pasta dishes and ninja fries.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly return for the chaat, with the chaat explosion and chaats generally singled out as favorites alongside the house chai, often served in a traditional pot and described as perfectly brewed and full of flavour. Close behind, the desi style pasta and pani puri with thaali draw praise, and the pomegranate mocktail gets a specific recommendation from one visitor. Portions are repeatedly called generous, and staff across multiple visits are described as attentive and welcoming, with one server noted for accommodating a child's food allergy by adapting the chicken pasta. A couple of reviewers note improved flavour and salt levels compared to earlier, less seasoned visits. The main recurring gripe centers on desserts and tea served late: one reviewer describes a red velvet cheesecake arriving frozen and lukewarm tea, calling the evening visit disappointing, while another separately notes the chai isn't always served karak as expected.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly return for the chaat, with the chaat explosion and chaats generally singled out as favorites alongside the house chai, often served in a traditional pot and described as perfectly brewed and full of flavour. Close behind, the desi style pasta and pani puri with thaali draw praise, and the pomegranate mocktail gets a specific recommendation from one visitor. Portions are repeatedly called generous, and staff across multiple visits are described as attentive and welcoming, with one server noted for accommodating a child's food allergy by adapting the chicken pasta. A couple of reviewers note improved flavour and salt levels compared to earlier, less seasoned visits. The main recurring gripe centers on desserts and tea served late: one reviewer describes a red velvet cheesecake arriving frozen and lukewarm tea, calling the evening visit disappointing, while another separately notes the chai isn't always served karak as expected.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Visited from London. Can only say, the food, ambience and service was impeccable. Laiba who served us was very attentive, so very friendly, polite and efficient. Food tasted fabulous especially the chaat and noodles. Every effort has gone into creating a clean, friendly and vibrant atmosphere at chai green.”
- Google user
“I have tried so many of their items and been numerous times but first time reviewing it.. Most recently I tried their chilli chicken stir fry again and as usual it tasted lovely and I also feel they heard my feedback from last time and adjusted the salt since then as it wasn’t salty at all. Their chaat explosion is a favourite with us, I always need to get it as it’s sooo yummy fresh and well prepared. Once again I bought the desi style pasta (red one) and added both chicken and prawns as I’m always spoilt for choice and love both- I loved this! I will defo keep ordering this when I’m trying to watch the weight as I have been recently.. the spices and taste was absolutely amazing with the side of garlic bread complimenting the dish. The rest of our order included their scrumptious Ninja fries with shredded chicken 10/10, halwa puri with chick pea curry 10/10 and chicken shawarma which my niece liked however I’m not so much of a fan but tastes nice, and she always gets it so must be great :) Finally but most importantly their House Chaii is beautiful 🫶🏼 Other foods that I must mention which I’ve tried on other occasions are their burritos ❤️🔥, momos 7/10, their chicken toasties are nice, kolkata pasta 7/10, desi breakfast and meal with naan and chicken tikka massala ❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥 All in all I love this place whenever I’ve come I’ve always loved the food, if you come to alum rock this is a perfect spot for families or friends and even if you’re alone- it has a good layout and plenty of seating preferences Staff are welcoming and lovely xx”
- Google user
“Chai Green is a great spot if you’re looking for authentic chai and traditional desserts. The halwa was full of flavour, and the chai was excellent, served in a traditional pot that brought back a lot of memories and made the experience feel even more special. The staff were attentive, welcoming and happy to help throughout. A lovely place to sit, relax and enjoy a proper cup of chai.”
- Google user
“Had an amazing time having some drinks and dessert today at chaigreen Service from Humaira and maleeha was an absolute highlight, super kind and very quick! The presentation was really good and we would definitely recommend the pomegranate mocktail”
- Google user
“Nice food and service. We had the pani puri and the thaali. For my toddler with allergies, the manager came and asked me about it, spoke to the chef and then they made their red sauce chicken pasta allergy-friendly for him which he enjoyed. Their dishes come in big portions. We also bought the San Sebastian cake and Matilda cake as take-away, both were delicious. Servers were lovely. I only managed to get the names of Hooriya and Maryam, but everyone who came to our table even briefly was very nice and helpful.”
Highlights
“All Day Breakfast, Finest Street Food, House Chai & Cakes”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeout
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Coffee
- Dining options· 7
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Offerings· 5
- Cocktails
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Parking· 1
- Usually difficult to find a space
- Highlights· 2
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 3
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chai GreenDelivery · Reservations · Wi-Fi | 4.42,232 | — | chaat, house chai, pasta dishes |
| Bo CaféOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Delivery | 4.7225 | 0.8 mi | cajun chicken panini, moroccan tea, homemade platters |
| Silly SausageOutdoor seating · Delivery | 4.6402 | 1.8 mi | full english breakfast, "the big one" breakfast, three sizes of breakfast |
| Chris's CafeVegetarian options | 4.6238 | 1.8 mi | full english breakfast, vegetarian breakfast, bacon sandwich |
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