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    Chit Chaat Cafe

    4.4 (119 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Samosa Burrito
    John B.

    This place opened in 2021 and has been on my list ever since then (it's a long list). I found some good Indian food in gas stations over the years, but while the last one I tried bordered on fine dining, this one actually felt like eating in a gas station. There are a couple of chairs, but mostly you're surrounded by vaping equipment and other convenience store features. I will say that whatever machine they have to dispense chai makes a nicely flavored beverage. I literally remembered the option to order a Samosa burrito from the first article I read in a food blog on this place four years ago. Of course this sounds kind of ridiculous. But having tried it, it is amazing. The mixed chutney on top offered in intoxicating flavor and the burrito itself was hearty and had an interesting and distinctively Punjabi spice mix. I also got some dal makhani, which I ended up eating the next day; it was quite heavy. I could certainly see why this business is still going strong.

    Heidi K.

    So I live in an area of Pennsylvania with a lot of Indian food places that I thought were really good. I was talking to my friend who is expert in Indian food and told me no, I would need to go to Edison, Nj for really good Indian food. So I was in Charlottesville, VA and on tik tok and saw a video about this Northern VA Indian food place in a gas station. But she showed it also had Indian snacks so I decided to stop on my way home. I got the snacks and a samosa (added green chutney and Tamarind sauce) and 2 chicken Tikka burrito (easier to eat while driving) lol! (One I was bringing home to my son) I first tried the sauces.....it was like eating homemade spaghetti sauce after eating jarred sauce for years and I understood why my friend was so insistent that I needed to try Indian food elsewhere. The samosa was on the smaller side but so flavorful with a bit of kick but for 1.99 when I pay 3.00 for one here, I thought it was steal. The chicken tikka burrito was so flavorful, so perfect. I had planned to take a picture of my son's burrito but he literally inhaled it and declared it a 10/10 asking how far was it and that it was the best. My husband who likes Indian but turned down me bringing had a bite of my son's burrito and tried the sauces with a tortilla....he declared it was "so good" "delicious" and "I should have had you bring some for me." The food fomo was real.

    Gene W.

    We drive by the Mobil station all the time and just noticed a sign showing "Chit Chaat Cafe". What in tarnations is that? Looked on Yelp.... INDIAN FOOD??? Intrigued today, we stopped by. Uhhh....where's the restaurant? Ohhhhh..... you order up front and they make it in the back! I always try the samosa and if it'a good, the food will be good. No chicken samosas anymore so I ordered 2 veggie samosas (self service up front). The menus are up front too! Oh no fountain sodas. But they have slushies and since it's a gas station, they have all the other convenience store stuff. I ordered the chicken tikka masala platter & my son got the butter chicken masala both with Aloo Sabji (potatoes in tomato based curry). We got it to go. (*you should eat it there when its hot and fresh & I forgot to order naan!!!!!) When we got home (20 mins later) the food was warm and wasn't as good as it should be. Along with the entree & rice & potato curry, it came with one gulab jamun (very very sweet Indian donut)!!!! The veggie samosa was very heavy and crumbly. The veggie inside was potatoes, onions and peas (I think) with exotice spice filled flavor with a heavy ginger forward taste. The tikka masala and butter chicken were very tasty with spices and smooth sauce. Basmati rice cooked perfectly. SHOULDA GOTTEN THE NAAN TO MOP UP THE SAUCE!!! Gulab Jamun was very sweet eat it with tea or coffee. Overall, it was moderate pricing but for good quality Indian food. Portions are fair. Flavors were there. We really liked it and will be back for THE NAAN & maybe other dishes but hard to stay away from what we like!

    Samosa chicken burrito
    Shawna M.

    Chit chaat cafe is located inside a gas station. If you didn't know it was there you could easily miss it. There is a neon sign in the window with the restaurant name on it, but it wasn't lit up. When I walked into the gas station, there is no additional counter for this cafe, but you simply order with the gas station attendant and check out as if you were buying something from the convenience store. The gentleman I ordered from was polite and quick. He told me it would take about 15 mins to prepare so I just waited in my car. I ordered the sasoma chicken burrito and when I got it, it was steaming hot and clearly freshly made. The chicken pieces were large, but the burrito was on the flatter side. The put it in a press to grill it. It was spilling over with rice and all the good stuff, but not too messy that I had to sit with a boat load of napkins to eat it. The center was very flavorful and quite good, but the tortilla got a little soggy. It wasn't anything that I didn't eat, just didn't like the texture as much on the edges. I would have to come back and try other options to give the full 5 stars, but with my first experience I would say I definitely recommend.

    Butter Chicken Platter with Daal Makhani
    Sharon L.

    Where else can you get fantastic Punjabi food from a gas station around here?! Great prices, fabulous food, and very delicious samosas and mango lassi readily available. I've been here before, but decided to stop by again last night for a quick pick me up. I ordered the butter chicken platter with daal makhani and my husband ordered the lamb platter with the pindi choley (which is supposedly a family recipe). Both platters were fantastic. I try not to order butter chicken, but it does supposedly have Punjabi origins so I decided to try it here and it is soooo fantastic. I also enjoyed the daal makhani but it is more mild than others that I've had. The lamb curry was my husband's favorite and the choley was very delicious as well--a little sweeter than I was expecting, but it was wonderful getting to try this dish. And of course, I can't forget the delicious veggie samosa. Overall, I love this place and the Punjabi options that they have. I hope to try and come back and try their puri dishes and maybe one of their innovative burritos!

    Butter Chicken Platter
    Soo C.

    The food is a great deal. There's a couple of tables inside the gas station; however, this is a carry out place. It is in a gas station convenient store so it's not a sit down place. The gentleman that was working there was friendly. We ordered butter chicken plate and honestly, it just didn't suit our palettes. For the price it was a good portion and came with saag and gulab jamun. From the many delicious authentic places that we typically enjoy I'd say this isn't one of them. If you're looking for Indian-ish food then you'll love it; however, if you're looking for something more robust in flavor with long simmered flavorful or spicy gravies then this may not be your jam.

    Lamb curry, samosa burrito and chicken masala platter
    Kimberly L.

    Did delivery to try the lamb curry platter, chicken masala platter and the samosa burrito. The food was flavorful and filling and arrived hot. As I'm sitting here digesting, I don't have anything negative to say besides $80 delivery was sort of a lot. I think I'd go back if I was in the neighborhood and wanted food to go. The platter did come with a side and dessert so good variety. Wish there was paneer naan but garlic was good!

    Austin G.

    Run to Chit Chaat Cafe if you love North Indian food. Unexpectedly located inside a Mobil gas station, a mom makes all the food from scratch. After stopping in for the butter chicken platter, here's my experience. 1) Food: There are 6-7 entrees, five curries, and samosas on the menu. For $12, I ordered the butter chicken platter that comes with rice, a curry of choice (shahi paneer for me!), and gulab jamun (a ball of dough soaked in sugar and rose water). Everything on the platter was delicious from the very white chicken to the curry. It was spicy, but not overpowering. My six-year-one daughter hijacked most of my meal because she loved it so much. 2) Drinks: They have a chai dispenser with three kinds- masala, cardamom and ginger. If that's not baller enough for you, they also make mango lassi and sell Indian drinks like Thums Up soda. 3) Price: $12 for a filling meal isn't bad at all, especially in an expensive area like the D.C. area. 4) Service: It's very friendly! The chef loves to come l it from the kitchen to chat with customers. She and her husband both ask how the food is with a generous smile. 5) Space: Opened in 2021, the gas station is new. It's well organized and kept very clean. 6) Parking: There are a few spots right in front of the entrance.

    Christine H.

    Have heard such great things about Chit Chaat Cafe and I've been wanting to try the food out for myself. I placed an order online and it was ready at the time promised. I ordered the butter chicken platter and I was able to choose palak paneer as my side curry. The flavor of the butter chicken curry was delicious, however there was not enough curry for me. I like to have enough to mix my rice in, but towards the end there wasn't any left. The palak paneer was alright. A bit more watery than I'm used to. Overall, I would order again, but probably purchase an extra side of the curry.

    Chaat Papdi
    Sneha M.

    This is definitely a hole in the wall place - it's more of a grab and go but they do have some small seats. I was surprised it's actually in the gas station - definitely took a few turns out of of confusion. Service was fast and I was pleasantly surprised with the food quality and quantity! The samosa chaat was great and the gol gappe were also really good.

    Butter chicken burrito
    Yierou M.

    This is a compilation of two separate visits! Both times service was friendly and food was great. Yes it's located inside the Mobil gas station but don't judge! And the gas station is super clean inside. The menu is on the wall in the back and they also have specials written on a chalkboard sign. Both times I asked for a dish to be made into a burrito and they said no problem! The biryani was delicious. The large chunks of lamb were hidden underneath and once you mix everything up, it was even more flavorful! Don't live nearby but when in the area, this is definitely one of my stops!

    Vegetable samosa. Little spicy. Crisp and a great price.
    Cristina T.

    Totally recommend a visit to this very affordable and fun location. The Chit Chat Cafe is in a gas station but it's super clean and very welcoming. And you will find easy parking. The service is also welcome and easy. You can order ahead or just look for a menu at the check out counter to order with the clerk. You can grab premade mango lassi (a MUST get) or get chais from premade from a machine (also exceptional). There is also a hot food holder for the samosas. Which I also 100% recommend Ordered the burrito and a vegetarian sampler. This is where it was hit or miss for me. All very well made and flavorful but I didn't love all the flavors... the butter chicken burrito was pretty great, excellent sauce. The veg platter was less perfect. First saag ever that I have not enjoyed and the dal makhani also was not to my taste. I think just a flavor preference as many things were fantastic. So give it a try and find the thing you love. It's worth the visit. It's also near the meadowlark botanical gardens and was a great treat after our visit there!

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    Love this place. I always get the butter chicken as I stay away from very spicy food at my age.

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    The website is fantastic. I can't believe I'm writing a review for a gas station restaurant. Biriyani/ tikka/ yogurt/and samosas. Delicious!

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    Terrific food. Don't let the fact that it's in (an impeccably clean) gas station put you off.

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