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Chris the owner is KNOWLEDGABLE. This is his art. Highly recommend. Drink is incredibly delicious
Modern and clean looking Chai bar with refreshing drinks. Would like to return to try their Chai flight. Chai drinks are flavorful full of cardomon, cloves, ginger and cinnamon. Friendly service.
Came here on a sunday afternoon. It's a bit of a small space, but had a very nice and minimalist interior. It wasn't too busy, which we found surprising because of how tasty the chai lattes were. They were well-spiced and not too sweet, and I liked how they had a decaf option. A bit on the pricier side, but would definitely recommend.
Nice cafe to do a little work or hang out for a bit. The chai I got was quite good! It's a small space so not for a bigger group.
I came here one evening for some chai and it wasn't bad! The interior of the chai bar is inviting and there's a good amount of space to sit with friends or do work. The chai here is fragrant and made to order. Staff here was so friendly and easy to talk to.
Major side note- I am curious though if part of my issue here is the oat milk as I've never been a big fan of it so take my review with a grain of salt. I went to this chai spot earlier in the evening. It's a bit fancier than the usual chai place being a smaller cup with the closest thing price-wise being Qawah Valley though that of course is the Arabic Adeni style of chai so it's hard to compare. The basic chai, which is their take on an Indian masala chai, is $6.5 for hot, $7.5 for cold, or $9 for nitro (+ tax.) It is is listed as black tea (said chai,) cardamom, clove, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper. Said drinks are only available with plant milk as they are vegan which is a little bit different/partially contributes to the rather egregious price point. The guy in front is friendly and the inside has a nice chill vibe and is aesthetically pleasing. I ordered an iced chai so it was a bit over $8. For the pros, it wasn't overly sweet and had a strong cardamom flavor which I don't mind as I don't like a strong cinnamon or clove flavor in my chai and it had a pleasant creaminess. However, I wish the clove and ginger flavor was more present and it was almost too strong from the cardamom. Speaking of being less present, the black tea itself wasn't that present or flavorful either presumably due to the oat milk so it was more of a cardamom oat milk drink than a masala chai. The quality here is better than some of the other chai places (The Chai Spot and Kolkata) but that's not really saying much. It's marginally better than some cheap chai found in some of the better Indian restaurants while also being 3/4 times the price and also pales in comparison to my favorite chai place; Ruhani in Brooklynl which is better balanced and has a stronger tea flavor. The guy is very friendly, it fills a fun niche, and is great for vegans. However for the price point, I expected the tea to have a better balanced flavor with a mix of spices and not be so cardamom forward. Will leave it as a 3 as it could have been a bad batch.
Cute little cafe on Rivington St. They have a few tables and chairs. I got a regular hot chai. The prices are average - I've definitely seen chai priced higher elsewhere. The chai was very good! It comes with oat milk which is my preferred milk in my chai. The chai was one of the better ones I've had around Manhattan. It's not too sweet. There was one staff member and they were nice. The facilities looked clean. Unsure if they have a bathroom. The space is not ADA accessible as it requires walking down two small stairs for entry.
This is a phenomenal cafe. Loved the tea flight. Never thought I would love the earl grey as much as I did. The chai was awesome and I also loved the Hojicha. Golden milk was also super flavorful. Would definitely recommend. Service was also awesome and I loved the vibe.
Returned to try the iced houjicha, which was perfect. Hot chai also remains one of my favorites in the city. Will be back again and again!
Really cute chai cafe near Chinatown! The space is small, but there's a large communal table, along with a few other scattered seats. The interior is very modern and minimalist, and there's free wifi for those looking to get some work done! I got the hot chai latte (note: all drinks here use oatmilk which was highly appreciated). The drink was delicious and fragrant and was very lightly sweetened, though I wish the cup was a bit larger for the price ($6). You can also grab a stamp card for a free drink after 10 visits! Great place overall, would come back again!
Teas are made in batches and come iced or hot. I was lucky enough to sample the masala chai and hojicha. The masala chai was super flavorful and the ginger at the end was such a nice kick. I opted for the hojicha since I'm a sucker for the roasted nutty taste. On day two, I came back to try the owner's favorite, the early grey. The floral notes from the early grey were refreshing and the creamy oat milk made for a consistent and smooth drink just like the others. The best part about this shop? All drinks come with oat milk and there are no substitutes! The drinks are rich and the thick texture makes for a very silky smooth drink. I devoured my drink like it was water. Cheers!
Super flavorful chai and great ambiance. Great spot to read a book or catch up with a friend. Seating is decent and service is great. Will definitely be back.
Chai, Matcha & other teas are my thing, I've never been into coffee so when I'm walking through the LES & see a sign that says "Voted Top Chai" I knew I would be stopping in. The space is sparse, no tables or anything, walk all the way to the back to order your drink. The day I went a local designer was showcasing some clothes & jewelry, she mentioned that she isn't there permanently so I'm thinking it changes a lot. On to the Chai. I died when I saw that all the drinks were already made with Oat milk. As someone who only drinks Oat milk, this was a great surprise. I thought it had a great spice level, not a deep color but very tasty! Very much enjoyed it! Wish the cup was larger for the price but would still come & order again. Next time I would like to pick up the pre-bottled chai's to have in my fridge. Love that they have that option!
5 months ago
11 days ago
This place is cute, clean, and has great service, but the drinks unfortunately were subpar. The hojicha was too milky/watered down, and the chai was too spicy/strong for my liking. My friends thought the earl gray and golden milk were also just ok. I do appreciate how they use Danish oat milk for all their drinks though, as I'd usually be up-charged for that substitute. The drinks are almost $10 (more for cold than hot, and extra if you want their "nitro" version). I don't think I would come back but it was a nice cozy indoor hangout spot on a rainy day. read more
10 days ago
Chris the owner is KNOWLEDGABLE. This is his art. Highly recommend. Drink is incredibly delicious read more
2 months ago
Modern and clean looking Chai bar with refreshing drinks. Would like to return to try their Chai flight. Chai drinks are flavorful full of cardomon, cloves, ginger and cinnamon. Friendly service. read more
Came here on a sunday afternoon. It's a bit of a small space, but had a very nice and minimalist interior. It wasn't too busy, which we found surprising because of how tasty the chai lattes were. They were well-spiced and not too sweet, and I liked how they had a decaf option. A bit on the pricier side, but would definitely recommend. read more
I came here one evening for some chai and it wasn't bad! The interior of the chai bar is inviting and there's a good amount of space to sit with friends or do work. The chai here is fragrant and made to order. Staff here was so friendly and easy to talk to. read more
Major side note- I am curious though if part of my issue here is the oat milk as I've never been a big fan of it so take my review with a grain of salt. I went to this chai spot earlier in the evening. It's a bit fancier than the usual chai place being a smaller cup with the closest thing price-wise being Qawah Valley though that of course is the Arabic Adeni style of chai so it's hard to compare. The basic chai, which is their take on an Indian masala chai, is $6.5 for hot, $7.5 for cold, or $9 for nitro (+ tax.) It is is listed as black tea (said chai,) cardamom, clove, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper. Said drinks are only available with plant milk as they are vegan which is a little bit different/partially contributes to the rather egregious price point. The guy in front is friendly and the inside has a nice chill vibe and is aesthetically pleasing. I ordered an iced chai so it was a bit over $8. For the pros, it wasn't overly sweet and had a strong cardamom flavor which I don't mind as I don't like a strong cinnamon or clove flavor in my chai and it had a pleasant creaminess. However, I wish the clove and ginger flavor was more present and it was almost too strong from the cardamom. Speaking of being less present, the black tea itself wasn't that present or flavorful either presumably due to the oat milk so it was more of a cardamom oat milk drink than a masala chai. The quality here is better than some of the other chai places (The Chai Spot and Kolkata) but that's not really saying much. It's marginally better than some cheap chai found in some of the better Indian restaurants while also being 3/4 times the price and also pales in comparison to my favorite chai place; Ruhani in Brooklynl which is better balanced and has a stronger tea flavor. The guy is very friendly, it fills a fun niche, and is great for vegans. However for the price point, I expected the tea to have a better balanced flavor with a mix of spices and not be so cardamom forward. Will leave it as a 3 as it could have been a bad batch. read more
Cute little cafe on Rivington St. They have a few tables and chairs. I got a regular hot chai. The prices are average - I've definitely seen chai priced higher elsewhere. The chai was very good! It comes with oat milk which is my preferred milk in my chai. The chai was one of the better ones I've had around Manhattan. It's not too sweet. There was one staff member and they were nice. The facilities looked clean. Unsure if they have a bathroom. The space is not ADA accessible as it requires walking down two small stairs for entry. read more
1 month ago
This is a phenomenal cafe. Loved the tea flight. Never thought I would love the earl grey as much as I did. The chai was awesome and I also loved the Hojicha. Golden milk was also super flavorful. Would definitely recommend. Service was also awesome and I loved the vibe. read more
Really cute chai cafe near Chinatown! The space is small, but there's a large communal table, along with a few other scattered seats. The interior is very modern and minimalist, and there's free wifi for those looking to get some work done! I got the hot chai latte (note: all drinks here use oatmilk which was highly appreciated). The drink was delicious and fragrant and was very lightly sweetened, though I wish the cup was a bit larger for the price ($6). You can also grab a stamp card for a free drink after 10 visits! Great place overall, would come back again! read more
Teas are made in batches and come iced or hot. I was lucky enough to sample the masala chai and hojicha. The masala chai was super flavorful and the ginger at the end was such a nice kick. I opted for the hojicha since I'm a sucker for the roasted nutty taste. On day two, I came back to try the owner's favorite, the early grey. The floral notes from the early grey were refreshing and the creamy oat milk made for a consistent and smooth drink just like the others. The best part about this shop? All drinks come with oat milk and there are no substitutes! The drinks are rich and the thick texture makes for a very silky smooth drink. I devoured my drink like it was water. Cheers! read more
Chai, Matcha & other teas are my thing, I've never been into coffee so when I'm walking through the LES & see a sign that says "Voted Top Chai" I knew I would be stopping in. The space is sparse, no tables or anything, walk all the way to the back to order your drink. The day I went a local designer was showcasing some clothes & jewelry, she mentioned that she isn't there permanently so I'm thinking it changes a lot. On to the Chai. I died when I saw that all the drinks were already made with Oat milk. As someone who only drinks Oat milk, this was a great surprise. I thought it had a great spice level, not a deep color but very tasty! Very much enjoyed it! Wish the cup was larger for the price but would still come & order again. Next time I would like to pick up the pre-bottled chai's to have in my fridge. Love that they have that option! read more
Ambiance- minimal, simplistic decor. Cool place to study/read or a coffee date! They claim to have the best chai in town. I haven't tried many other chai places, but this place is solid! The chai was very good. We got the tea flight with hojicha green tea, chai tea, chai latte and golden milk. Hojicha was very light, green tea flavor was very subtle, almost tastes like water. The chai tho, I was a fan! Would definitely come back to get the full size next time! read more
The perfect cozy spot for a warm drink on a rainy chilly day. The inside is minimalist yet still welcoming. There are different seating options although not a ton of space. Since it's not normally too busy you can find a spot to sit. The barista was very kind and brought us our drinks when they were ready. They have decaf options too which is really nice. read more
2 years ago
Business owner information
Christopher B.
Thank you. There’s actually a bathroom in the back.
Small chai bar, in an unexpectedly simple space. Friendly owner wins you over with the focus and care that he exhibits when brewing the chai. The menu features drinks that can be served either hot or cold. The minimalist design aesthetic is perfect, and there's enough space at the communal table to get some work done. I ordered the golden milk and fell in love with it, and my date ordered the chai. Both were perfect for the polar vortex days, and in fact we returned the next day with the same order. The owner remembered us and I was happy to tell him that we enjoyed our drinks so much that it warranted repeat visits. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed! Great for a casual date or for a solo hangout with a book or laptop. read more
4 years ago
The aroma that erupts from this place out into the storefront is powerful enough to pull you in to try one of their soul-warming chai lattes. I've walked by this place so many times that I finally had to just come in here and check it out for myself. The chai is being made on the stove fresh to order and you can really really taste the difference between an ordinary chai tea bag, you might get from the grocery store, and this warm, hearty, Nicely spiced chai that kind of just warms your soul on a cold day. Highly recommend. I have learned from my South Asian friends that chai on the stove is the only way to go. If you're looking for a place to get some work done on your own in a nice intimate space, and have some quality chai and you're looking to not have coffee for once this place is the place for you. Although, I believe they still do coffee drinks. read more
This is such a cute hole in the wall cafe! I saw it on Google maps, decided to swing by, and it's now one of my favorite NYC cafes. The decor is very simple but chic-- there's a coat rack, outdoor seating, several mirrors, and chairs throughout the cafe. The barista was really welcoming and you could watch him brewing the chai with great care. The lattes are all made with oat milk and you can order them hot/cold. You can also order loose leaf teas and a tea flight (choice of 4 teas). I first ordered the hot chai latte (creamy, flavorful, and perfectly sweetened) and I went back for a hot golden milk latte (made with turmeric and very yummy if you like turmeric). I tried my friend's hojicha latte and it was earthy, nutty, and almost chocolatey. If you're ordering in, the barista will bring your order to you on a mug and a plate. It's small and cozy and is a lovely setting to sit and chat with a friend! read more
4 years ago
It was a cold day, and I wanted something warming. The Hideout popped up on my search, and I'm so glad it did. I ordered a hot chai. The chai is aromatic. The spices were so comforting. The ginger particularly warmed me up. The tingle in my throat was a familiar, welcomed feeling. The tea is smooth and creamy. I love that the chai comes to you piping hot. However, the low design of the cup handle and the upward sloping edges of the plate, make it hard to pick up the chai without the heat being too hot on the back of my fingers. This is the perfect place to wind down and relax and have a good cup of tea. read more
3 years ago
Honestly, one of the best chai spots there is. While walking there, you can smell the aromatic scents from their chai down the block. It's actually crazy how intense it was. I was literally drawn to this place. Chai is on point and this is definitely a place to try out for chai lovers. The space is small with limited seating. It's really popular on the weekends; however, it does clear out closer to the late afternoon. This is another really great spot to get work done when it's not as crowded since they also have wifi. The service here is A+. Staff members were extremely kind and checked up on me to see if I liked my drink or needed any water. Their friendly demeanor was a great start to my day. read more
11 months ago
Love this chai bar! Ever since stumbling across it a few years ago, my wife and I have been craving it. The chai here is very smooth and fragrant. It's the most delicious chai that we've had. The space inside is cozy with a warm ambiance. read more
okay you'll really like this place if you enjoy REAL chai - this is not your neighborhood chai latte that tastes like a mix of cinnamon sugar (which is what i'm used to lol) the drinks: there's only one chai option and some teas (curious about the hojicha!) i personally did not like it but here are my reasons -- REAL chai is much more layered in flavor and actually hits your throat with a slight spice and all of the lattes here are made with oat milk. the food: got a tea cake and cookie, skip the cookie and go for the cake if you want a snack here! the space: cute underground space and they were playing d caesar's new album, which is always a good sign read more
1 year ago
Business owner information
Christopher B.
Sorry you did not enjoy it. The establishment is definitely an…
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3 years ago
It's cute. You walk downstairs into the small tea 'cafe'. The are several delicious teas to choose from, to enjoy in house, or to go. I really like Earl Grey tea but the Chai tea here is completely aromatic with a wonderful balance of spices. It's pre-made with oat milk which provides some sweetness. The tea is served pretty hot. My suggestion is to wait a few minutes and let the tea cool. For me, I could appreciate the flavors a lot more. The person serving the tea looks like the owner. He may not be, but he's totally invested in customer's happiness and his service skills are great. I tasted the Earl Grey tea, it's very good also. I suggest the hot tea, but on a hot day, cold could be more refreshing read more
This is a cute place to get some chai! The inside has a minimalistic design and there is nice attention to detail. They have furniture that is closer to the floor to make you feel grounded and would be a great place to chat with a friend, and they also have a large table if you wanted to get work done. The chai is spicier than I am used to, but it had a nice flavor. The guys at the front were also friendly. read more
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42 Rivington St
New York, NY 10002
Bowery, Lower East Side
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