What a pleasant little stop during morning hours while everyone else is at work on a Wednesday here. Good feeling. I was looking for a tiny cafe/coffee shop with specific items for my temporary special diet and ChaiAum had it here. Lots of public parking spaces on the huge lot conveniently located. It's nothing fancy, but very casual, cozy, soothing with a good music soundtrack, and it had two good sized public restrooms available. Nepali Himalayan flavors/East Asian Indian owner Rani. We sparked each other with common topics and she was very inviting and polite as we chatted. I knew I had to try them out. Good service as needed. Toss your own trash. For this type low key casual tiny cafe/small business, it's actually legit and good quality here. Good menu options. I had the delicious avocado toast on sourdough. 5/5 outstanding. It turned out very fresh and perfect for my tastebuds. Simple and good in presentation. I ordered a hot cup 12oz. Organic Golden Tumeric Ginger Tea and ended up with a large teapot to enjoy. Perfect taste. Loved it. I purchased a bag of organic chamomile flower herbal tea leaves from the gift shelf with my order. Soothing. Inexpensive. All beverages/pastries/teas/coffees/boba drinks looked good and I'm sure they taste very good too. Overall experience was very good. Again, not fancy and not luxury here. Plenty of seats and tables indoors and outdoors. All positive. Himalayan food items are worth trying. Amazing. Looks like a place worth stopping when convenient in Pleasanton, CA. Nice. Thanks to Rani. read more

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Props to Lauren for handling the whole cafe by herself during the day back in February. She was friendly to talk to and offered a complimentary Chocolate Jaggery cookie for being patient with her. I came here to try their most popular menu: Himalayan Chiya (hot) w/ almond milk- less sweet, not too much spice, yet comforting to drink since I had a dry throat earlier. Frankie Wrap in Paneer- flaky Himalayan wrap with paneer bits, and vegetables paired with the green sauce, which was my favorite. Nimki- it's like salted pita chips that I recommend dipping it in Chai Chocolate Jaggery Cookie- chocolate chip cookie with brown sugar topping- it was too sweet that I had to take some brown sugar away unless paired well with plain hot chai If you don't want to deal with people while working/studying, come from noon to 3 pm. So relaxing to sit and dine inside by myself. I would recommend trying their Momo next time. read more

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Cute and cozy chai shop that's tucked away in the BACK of Pleasanton. It's not a place you would stumble upon. But if you live in the neighborhood, I would definitely stop by. The Himalayan Chiya is so good and literally feels like a warm hug. If you like a drink that's subtly sweet, I would order this. But you can also adjust the sweetness. read more

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Great customer service here with plenty of options available. I love that it's very spacious and there's one the of seating. Kind of a hidden gem in the area and located in a plaza. I love that this place has ample seating so you can hang out, work, or just relax here. Quiet and peaceful, highly recommend checking out this cafe! read more

I was welcomed warmly and the lone staff member Lauren enthusiastically explained the menu options. I decided upon the traditional options which did not dissappoint: Himalaya Chiya Masala Tea - refreshing, mildly traditionally spiced Himilayan Frankie Wrap - lovely baked roti stuffed with delicate potatoes and spices along with a sprinkle of fresh greens Chocolate Jaggery Chip Cookie - perfectly baked with a traditional sweet sugary topping The food and tea were delicious and the ambiance is perfectly welcoming. The interior was bright, modern, and comfortable. Soft ethnic music played in the background. There were several smaller tables as well as a central seating area with cozy armchairs and a low table next to a welcoming wall filled with games and books to borrow at leisure. Definitely recommended! read more

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I tried the Himalayan chai with almond milk. It wasn't sweet but it was tasty. It was about $8 including tax for a 12 oz. I think I'll try the matcha next time since they had 3-4 choices on the menu. If you're looking for a local chai spot this might be it. It's located in the plaza where Raley's is located. They just opened so they weren't busy at all. Check it out. read more

New cafe alert!! ChaiAum is located in a quiet corner in the Raley's plaza on the opposite side of Jim's. I loved the space and friendly staff; definitely stop by if you happen to be in the downtown Pleasanton area and want tea specialities! I believe their Himalayan Chiya is their most popular menu item. The owner (I think she was, lovely lady) explained that they make the chai fresh every two hours because it tastes the best that way. Unfortunately that means they dump what doesn't sell :( It was in the 90s when I visited so I opted for the iced chai latte, but you bet I'll be back for the hot version. Himalayan Iced Chiya Latte ($6.50 for 12oz): I normally drink my tea and coffee without milk to get max flavor, but I quite liked the Chiya taste. Oat milk (extra $1) was recommended but I went with the whole milk at no cost lol Very cute serene area with board games and relaxing music. My only picky thing is their tables are bolted to the ground so I can't move it closer to my short legs lol Their matcha affogato looks compelling too! read more

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Came in after lunch and ordered an Iced Chai with Oatmilk- medium sweet and a chocolate chip cookie for my kiddo. Got my order pretty quick. The chai wasn't strong enough for me but still had a good taste to it. I'm more of a HOT DIRTY CHAI typa girl but it was hella hot outside and I needed something cold. So for that reason I do need to go back and try the hot chai and will update. read more

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A warm cozy chai place which serves Nepali chaiya. The tea was good. had nimki which is a crunchy savory side with tea to balance the sweetness of the tea. The server was friendly. read more

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Nepali dumplings called Mom's where the chicken is exotic and per workers Organic ingredients bales to nicely brown and just so right- the vegan were just perfect not so spicy as the Pollo. NOW I'm returning again, this time, my pov, for the MoMo's! Nice side acco.panment and requested a chutney made w Avacado, ,,-good choice for the kids a d grandma not so pungent as main but I expect to pay a higher price for chutney as it IS Real Organic Avacado! Best Indian i have ever tried, my pov as a non Indian eater-but ALWAYS Crave a good massage or rose or Himalayan chai here@CHAI AUM of Pleasanton. Way down past dow town in the Raley's plaza adjacent to Jim's Cafe, not Bill's, think Sunol Blvd off the 680 s/b, but go north after the exit to the Raleys Plaza. read more

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Very cute chai and coffee spot. Had the Himalayan chiya ( with oat milk), americano, raspberry matcha latte, vegan momos ( very flavorful). The owner was very sweet and answered all our questions. The place is cute with books and games etc. it was pretty empty when we went in and me and my friends sat there for a bit and chatted. Great addition to the area. read more

Such a cozy, welcoming spot that truly feels like home. Perfect place to relax with a cup of chai and some tasty snacks. The atmosphere is super chill, and the owners clearly put so much pride and care into this new establishment. A wonderful addition to the community! read more

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I needed a pick me up and I didn't want to drink coffee in the afternoon. ChaiAum caught my eye and the chiya did the trick. The owner explained the organic ingredients and the Nepal style tea's level of detailed preparation. I will be back to enjoy the wonderful sitting area and the calm ambiance of this gem of a cafe. read more

The chaiya and the hibiscus mango cold brew were good! I tried the veg puff and it was a lot of puff with little filling and it wasn't fully warmed so I didn't enjoy it that much. The chaiya took a while so it was a longer trip than expected. I am curious to see how the cafe is in a few months because it felt like they were still getting their groove. It is a cute spot! read more

I am not one to leave a bad review and would avoid it if possible . To add to it I love supporting small business and seeing them thrive . But unfortunately this place since it has opened has kinda just been disappointing. The only incident I'd like to talk about here which has finally made me not want to ever go back is the fact that we recently got their chicken momos , which were basically straight out of the freezer and just simply reheated , as I saw barista do so. As it was a to go order when I got home and we opened the box the top part was all burnt brown and the whole skin of the momos were too brittle to even chew . When I went back to give feedback so they are aware and not repeat it , I was told by the owner that the barista may have not known how to prep the said food item ???like really then why would you leave that person in charge and the second thing she told me which was really off putting was that "we atleast get to eat the filling" . Like is that the kind of food they want to serve which she very sweetly put across as " gourmet " . I hope they learn and improve upon their food service and also how they deal with paying customers when they mess up . read more

I hadn't planned to come into this cafe but I had scheduled a meeting with my daughters tutor and we tried the Peet's at Ralphs becasue the Pleasanton Library says they prefer we keep the noise down. When we arrived at Peet's it was too loud so we walked around and found this cafe that was recently opened. I ordered a chai with oatmilk and light ice and immediately as soon as I sipped I could taste the native and unique spices of Nepal. The Himalayan Chai is similar to a Nepoli Chai and Lauren suggested I try the Nimki becaseu it is a staple Nepal. I thought it was a perfect choice! I was so thankful for her suggestion and look forward to coming back! read more

Nice ambience, pleasant and comfortable with sweet and savory snack choices and even a couple of Nepali treats. Lovely drink menu. I live nearby and glad they have opened up! They even have children's books and a couple games to keep them busy. read more

ChaiAum - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I love this spot to study, came twice both times good drinks and food! I think this place deserves more foot traffic, I don't leave reviews often but this spot is my favorite. read more

ChaiAum - Hibiscus mango cold brew and avocado toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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The prices on the menu are not reflective of what's in their computer system. Prices went up and there's no reflection of that on their menu. In addition, the barista prioritized chatting with her manager prior and during my order instead of attending to the customer. I will not return here again. read more

Really nice interiors and great location! I loved the customer service and enjoyed my hotel chiya, would definitely recommend and come again! read more

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Got drinks for my family here, let's just say they were extremely displeased. Ambiance was nice though

Cute spot!! Interior is so nice and relaxing. Hubby and I got two drinks (' ') super yummy. ~ Raspberry matcha ~ chai latte They have oak milk alternatives which is a plus. It's located close to the freeway so super convenient. Must try :) read more

I was happy to see ChaiAum open up in my neighborhood and bring in some more variety. I walked over with my young kids the other weekend and ordered a couple of Chais, hot chocolate, strawberry milkshake, salmon toast, spiced toast, and chocolate jaggery chip cookie to go. I figured it take a bit of time to make the food, but not too long since there was only one other group in there and they already had their drinks/food. So to pass that time I took my kids to Raley's to do a bit of grocery shopping. When we got back to ChaiAum, I was kind of surprised the order wasn't ready yet, and we waited around for longer than it took us to go to Raley's and back till it was ready. I'll chalk this up to a new business "figuring things out." When our order finally came, I was surprised the chais and hot chocolate didn't come with lids, nor was I told where to find them. I had to look for them myself. Additionally I don't know how the owner expected a single adult with two young kids and a stroller to walk out needing to hold four drinks without any drink carrier. Not very considerate. Luckily the drinks/food were much better than the wait and service! One thing I thought was a bit weird was ChaiAum advertising boba with their chai, however once I drank the chai, it immediately made sense. Their chai is on the sweeter side, and sits between a milk tea and a spiced tea. You still get a nice spiced flavor, but it's definitely sweet. My wife and I enjoyed them. The hot chocolate with little marshmellows was a hit with my older child, and she devoured it on the walk home. The strawberry milkshake was rather unremarkable, and I bet their mango one is better. My wife and I both thought the salmon and spiced toasts were good. Both had rich and vibrant colors and looked great. One common theme between both of them were they were a bit too salty. There were these pretty bits of rock salt sprinkled all over the toasts which visually looked nice, but is a bit too much. The spiced toast was the clear favorite between the two with rich flavors and the textures on top also made it stand out in a remarkable way. Lastly, the cookie was solid. I really liked the fine crumble on it, which again added a nice texture that upleveled it. My younger child in particular came running back for more. So food/drinks-wise I'd give ChaiAum 4 stars, and if they sort out their service and hospitality will be a solid 4 stars all around. read more

Do you every feel need to have some soothing tea or coffee in a cozy corner, well this is what ChaiAum is about! When I walked in, I was greeted with a cordial smile. I look upon the menu in which had tasty-looking option. I went with the Himalayan Chiya and the Matcha Raspberry. I got a deal for a Samosa with the Chai. I got the chai quickly and so for my Samosa. Then I got my Matcha. The Chai had a warm, cozy taste and the Samosa was not too spicy! Then my Matcha was sweet with the raspberry in it. Overall, my experience was great, I recommend going here if you're dropping your kids to a class or just pass by. read more

ChaiAum - Raspberry Matcha , Samosa and Chiya - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Service: 0/5 stars Took 15minutes to get our orders. Just A matcha latte and chai latte. The place is not even that busy. Drink: 1/5 stars Too pricy in my opinion. Taste is okay, not great. read more

The lone member(Krishna) of ChaiAum when I walked in, was friendly, respectful and patiently explained the menu. She also explained the uniqueness of their menu with organic ingredients and freshly prepared food and drinks. I was lucky to go just before they got busy! The Himalayan chiya is fragrant and a delicious chai! I will come back and definitely recommend this place for chai! Love the cozy ambience and clean restrooms. Special kudos to Krishna for being a kind soul! read more

I stopped by ChaiAum Tea & Coffee Shop today after noticing their grand opening sign on my way home. I ordered a Himalayan Iced Chai Latte--and wow, it was absolutely delicious! To top it off, I also tried a samosa, which was such a nice touch. The tea was amazing, the customer service was excellent, and the whole experience was great. If you're in Pleasanton and looking for a new local spot to try, I definitely recommend checking them out and showing some support. read more

I order the mango shake everytime I go to ChaiAum. Im happy to say that it's tasted amazing every time. The barista staff are also very nice. Additionally, the music isn't too loud which I find to be a consistent issue with coffee shops. Highly recommend! read more

Cute and cozy spot just a couple mins away from downtown Pleasanton! The lady working there was super sweet and explained the menu to my friend and I in detail! Great chai taste, definitely a great place to go if you are new to chai read more

I visited 3 times to try and get a thorough experience. I've ordered a latte, a iced Himalayan Chai Latte, and a Dirty Himalayan Chai Latte in addition to a couple of the pasties. I had the same barista all 3 times and he is very friendly and super patient. When I asked for a dirty chai, he knew exactly what i was asking for, but there was no way to charge it on the register, after asking the owner I ended up paying an extra $3 just to add 1 shot in my chai. The reason I wanted the the extra shot was because the chai was super milky and was not strong enough for my liking. Even with the $3 shot it was still a bit milky. I really enjoyed their spinach & feta pastry, but wish it had a bit more filling. It's pretty hollow inside and more of a spread then a filling, but the pastry is super flaky, buttery and delicious. Overall I'm glad to have a new small business coffee/chai shop in town. Hopefully they can adjust the chai recipe and not charge $3 to add 1 shot of espresso, and happy to see they're open late. read more

Super friendly folks running it, really nice hangout/seating area (with books and games for kids), and many different kinds of tea and coffee and baked goods (delicious chai and yummy chocolate chip cookies!) read more

Very sweet and welcoming. I loved my chaiya late! I love how calm and cute it is inside.

The tea and sel roti are amazing! The ambience is wonderful, and I love that they have books and board games for kids--it's such a nice touch. The service was fast and friendly, and they also explained the food and the quality of ingredients they use. Overall, a really great experience! read more

We came with with kid for soft opening . Is very cozy environment, kids friendly and Himalayan chai was the best . My wife loved her matcha . Highly recommended . read more