8 places every Punekar must visit for ‘Chai pe charcha’

The monsoons have finally arrived to give us that sense of relief! We Punekars love our ‘chaha’! With rain keeping up with its time-table, the cups of tea we gulp down in a day are countless.

Here are some of the coolest places across Pune serving those perfectly hot cups of tea.

1. Trupti Tea Stall

Located in Dyaneshwar Paduka Chowk, Trupti Tea stall retains its tradition of serving hot and piping chai to numerous visitors every day. Its special ‘Mara-Maari’ chai is a hit amongst the public which is supposed to be a mix of regular tea and special tea at a reasonable price. The speciality of this tea stall is its understanding of the essence of the city, making it a huge success since many years.

2. Chai Express

Chai Express ‘expresses’ itself well in its name itself. Situated in Karvenagar, it is popular for its finest elaichi tea, Masala tea, Herbal tea and the monsoon favourite- Adrak ki chai! Sip your tea with a bite of wada pav, bhajjiyas, samosas, Pohe or Sabudana wada. Being pocket-friendly, it draws a huge number of collegians as well as couples!

3. Tea Talks

Launched recently in Bavdhan, this place definitely seems like one which is going to be ‘talked’ about. Tea Talks get the urbane Punekar right down to its roots. The menu boasts of ‘Meri Wali Chai’ which gives you a taste of your mom’s homemade tea, Masala chai and even green tea in few varieties. One look at the list and one can’t make up their mind as it dishes the rarest Moroccan tea from the ‘Foreign range’ to the traditional ‘Zyaada Doodh Paani Kam chai’. Placing the price within the range, the place already seems like a hit amongst Punekars.

4. Hotel Roopali

If you thought the buzzing F.C road was full of only coffee lovers, look again! This place is thronged by people of all ages for their tea. Roopali offers their customers their authentic strong tea which is just right for the Puneites.

5. Cafe Goodluck

Business for Cafe Good Luck is brisk as long as their ‘Irani tea’ customers visit their place. Brun Maska and Piping hot Irani Tea is just the perfect start to your Sunday morning.

6. Chai, Koregaon Park

‘Kulhar’ tea is the USP of this place, with lots of ginger giving you a kick in the head. It also has green tea, and jumbo tea varieties. Omelettes, sandwiches and pastas remain a secondary favourite with tea topping the taste buds of the people visiting this humbly located Koregaon Park centre.

7. Tilak Tea Stall

If you are passing Tilak road, there is only one place which anyone would name for its great chai! With just the normal varieties of tea, it has its regular devoted crowd thronging every day. If you are looking for a good and quick tea, here’s the place to go!

8. The Tea Place

 

Well, here’s one place you would definitely like to check up if you are an avid tea lover. Located in Phoenix City in Viman Nagar, this is one place where you can find a totally English and urbane-chic decor which also gives tea in a very ‘English’ manner! Darjeeling Champagne and Vintage tea, Assam Masala tea, Black Current and Cornflour tea- These unusual yet unique teas are just some of them listed on the menu which are delicious and are available in tea bags for sale too!

With even the Obama singing praises of ‘Chai pe Charcha’, take a round on these places and pick your favourite!

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