
My Karak Chaai
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About My Karak Chaai
On Wilmslow Rd, My Karak Chaai serves as a halal breakfast and brunch restaurant with karak chai as its central drink, poured alongside a range of parathas that includes aloo, gobhi, nutella and plain versions. The menu also covers lunch service across the day. High chairs at the tables make the room workable for families with young children. The restaurant opens daily, and reservations are recommended for those planning ahead rather than arriving on spec. Given the pairing of tea and paratha at the core of the menu, meals here tend to be paced around that combination rather than a quick turnaround.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Paid parking lot · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryHalal food · Organic dishes · Vegetarian options
Menu & Prices
128 dishes · mains £1–12- Strawberry And Nutella£2.49
- Berry And Nutella£5.99
- Karak Chai£2.80
- Lotus£2.49
- Oreo£2.49
- White And Milk Chocolate£2.49
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention karak chai, parathas, desserts inconsistent quality and naan not fresh.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention karak chai, parathas, desserts inconsistent quality and naan not fresh.
Customer Review Summary
The karak chai is the clear draw here, praised repeatedly even by reviewers otherwise let down elsewhere, from an iced karak chai called "beautiful" to diners who say the chai was the only redeeming part of an otherwise disappointing meal. Close behind are the parathas, aloo, gobhi, plain and Nutella versions all get mentioned, generally described as fresh though one reviewer felt the aloo and gobhi versions were layered between sheets of dough rather than properly stuffed. Breakfast dishes like the Daisy breakfast are also singled out as generous and reasonably priced. Desserts are the recurring weak spot: a jam coconut sponge is described as rock hard, a £8 slice billed as tiramisu is called "more cake with cream than tiramisu," and one reviewer reports a Deliveroo milk cake had visibly spoiled by the next day. Service is inconsistent too, with some praising an attentive staff member and others describing 40 to 50 minute waits, a filthy floor, or being refused dine-in an hour before closing. Ordering works by paying at the till and being handed a number before food is brought over once ready.
Customer Review Summary
The karak chai is the clear draw here, praised repeatedly even by reviewers otherwise let down elsewhere, from an iced karak chai called "beautiful" to diners who say the chai was the only redeeming part of an otherwise disappointing meal. Close behind are the parathas, aloo, gobhi, plain and Nutella versions all get mentioned, generally described as fresh though one reviewer felt the aloo and gobhi versions were layered between sheets of dough rather than properly stuffed. Breakfast dishes like the Daisy breakfast are also singled out as generous and reasonably priced. Desserts are the recurring weak spot: a jam coconut sponge is described as rock hard, a £8 slice billed as tiramisu is called "more cake with cream than tiramisu," and one reviewer reports a Deliveroo milk cake had visibly spoiled by the next day. Service is inconsistent too, with some praising an attentive staff member and others describing 40 to 50 minute waits, a filthy floor, or being refused dine-in an hour before closing. Ordering works by paying at the till and being handed a number before food is brought over once ready.
Featured reviews
- Al S
“Ordered two milk cakes via Deliveroo. Put them in the fridge AS SOON as they arrived. Took them out the next day at lunch and they had fully gone off - the milk had congealed into this horrible thick, goopy texture and one bite of the milk cake showed it was completely sour. Unfortunately I swallowed the bite, hopefully I do not get sick. Was very obvious the milk cake had gone off from being stored in a hot room all day then delivered to us in the evening without refrigeration. This is extremely dangerous. Luckily we realised it had gone off but a child or an elderly person may not be so lucky and can end up very sick. We have ordered milk cakes from multiple other stores in Manchester and kept them in the fridge for 2-3 days and never had this problem. This is the first time. Please review your hygiene and food storage practices before you poison your customers. Colossal waste of money.”
- David McLoughlin
“A very clean, modern place with a nice vibe and an excellent variety of food and drinks. Greeted with a smile and a warm welcome by Mahfuza. She made us feel at home and explained the dishes to us. Her customer service is impeccable. A lovely experience, we'll def return. David”
- Hajrah Manzoor
“Came for the first time from Blackburn with my mum and it was lovely. The iced karak chai was beautiful!! Lovely start to my morning. We also ordered the Lahori Naan Channa and Nutella Paratha. Our server was very attentive and friendly. One slight problem was that there were too many flies inside and sitting ontop of the food. This could be due to the heat, so I understand if this was a one-time occurrence, but I thought it was worth noting.”
- Hamda Omar
“Fantastic breakfast and brilliant service from Awais. We stopped by My Karak Chaai for breakfast and were really impressed. The food was fresh, flavourful, and properly comforting , exactly what you want to start the day. Awais looked after us throughout and made the experience even better with his friendly attitude and great attention to detail. You can tell he genuinely cares about the customers. Highly recommend this place if you want great chai, great food, and great service.”
- Mohsin Jahangeir
“A heartfelt compliment to the front staff, especially Ahiya, for the wonderful service. The tea and cake were absolutely delicious, with excellent quality and outstanding taste. Everything was beautifully presented, and the entire experience was exceptional. Thank you, Ahiya, for your warm hospitality and excellent service—it made the visit truly enjoyable.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- No-contact delivery
- Takeaway
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Family friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Casual
- Kerbside pickup
- On-site services
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
- Offerings· 6
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Service options· 1
- Delivery
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Toilet
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- Tourists
- University students
Location
Restaurants near My Karak Chaai
- Manchester Shawarma4.62310 mi£10–20Good for kids
chicken shawarma, chicken samun, fresh baked bread
- Slemani Restaurant4.06480 mi
lamb kebabs, complimentary black tea, biryani
- Today Restaurant4.36050 mi£1–15Good for kids
shawarma, fatayer, pepperoni pizza
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| My Karak ChaaiVegetarian options · Good for kids · Reservations | 4.11,479 | — | £15–30 | karak chai, parathas, desserts inconsistent quality |
| Manchester ShawarmaGood for kids | 4.6231 | 0 mi | £10–20 | chicken shawarma, chicken samun, fresh baked bread |
| Slemani Restaurant | 4.0648 | 0 mi | — | lamb kebabs, complimentary black tea, biryani |
| Today RestaurantGood for kids | 4.3605 | 0 mi | £1–15 | shawarma, fatayer, pepperoni pizza |
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