Mister Chai

Mister Chai is a contemporary Indian tea shop at lobby level in a central New Delhi hotel, on Ashoka Road near Connaught Place. The setting combines the familiar character of a local chai stop with a more polished, modern environment, making the venue suitable for a relaxed break, a casual meeting or a light meal.

The menu brings together regional Indian street food and beverages shaped around tea. Traditional Indian chai sits alongside teas from across Asia and a selection of international teas, while freshly brewed coffee provides an alternative for guests seeking a non-tea drink. Sweet pastries and savoury snacks add lighter choices throughout the day, with the menu reflecting India’s varied regional food traditions rather than focusing on one local style.

Food at Mister Chai is presented as a modern interpretation of classic Indian flavours. Regional street-food influences give the menu an informal foundation, while the hotel setting adds a refined edge. The result is a venue that can work for a quick cup of chai and a small bite as well as a more unhurried pause over several shared snacks and beverages.

The smart-casual character keeps the atmosphere approachable without making the venue feel purely utilitarian. Its location within the hotel lobby places it close to the activity of Connaught Place while retaining the comfort of an indoor tea and coffee setting. Smoking is not permitted.

For an India itinerary that includes both New Delhi and Jaipur, Mister Chai offers a convenient way to explore regional Indian flavours in a setting that balances tradition with contemporary presentation. The emphasis on chai, Asian tea, coffee, pastries and savoury street-food-inspired fare gives the venue broad appeal across different times of day, from an early drink to a late snack or a relaxed meeting.