Kolkata Chai - East Village

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199 E 3rd St
New York, NY 10009
+1 (646) 892-3023
https://kolkatachai.co

Kolkata Chai - East Village is a cozy cafe nestled in New York City, where the founders, Ayan & Ani, bring the rich tradition of masala chai from Kolkata to the bustling streets of the East Village. Their mission is simple: to share the authenticity and respect behind a cup of chai with the Western world.

With a focus on quality and tradition, Kolkata Chai sources 100% organic Assam tea from legacy tea estates in India, ensuring a fragrant and robust flavor in every cup. Their chai is made with premium hand-milled spices, carefully blended to create a delightful and aromatic experience for customers.

Visitors to Kolkata Chai can savor not only the best chai in the game but also indulge in egg rolls while enjoying a playlist that seamlessly transitions from Nas to Dil to Pagal Hai. This cafe is a fusion of cultures, where the flavors of Kolkata meet the vibrancy of New York City, creating a unique and welcoming ambiance.

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4.0171 reviews
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Alexander R.
7/16/2025

Had a great experience stopping by here for breakfast this morning - I had been to the Nolita location before, much prefer this one! Got the dirty chai latte which had really nice and strong...

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Hajir S.
11/28/2025

Delicious and tasty chai. Every spice is on point, everything is nice and strong flavored. Honestly it is likely the best chai in NYC, at least in manhattan. I'm sure there's better or comparable...

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Chassidie L.
8/19/2025

#37 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES Delicious house made chai! You can really taste the spices and it doesn't taste fake/artificial. Drinks are decently priced. They have a few...

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Samina M.
6/6/2025

With my parents being from Kolkata, this cafe truly hit different! Kolkata Chai is a phenomenal chai and coffee spot that has delicious Indian street food classics. The storefront is small but...

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Sunny C.
2/24/2025

I stopped by Kolkata Chai because I was in the area for cinnamon buns and had seen this brand a lot on Instagram and was eager to try it out. I saw people snacking on samosas on the high-top...

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