The Tea Lover's Guide To The Best Cuppas In Mumbai

Chai-time is a favorite moment for every Mumbaikar; after all, the city’s fast-paced culture invented the cutting-chai, a half-glass of strong, spiced tea. We list the best tea boutiques and tea spots in Mumbai for a range of blends and flavors.

Chaayos, Bandra Reclamation

Bar, Tea Room, Indian, Fast Food, Vegetarian, Coffee, Tea

When Delhi’s popular tea bar came to Mumbai, it became an instant favorite. The menu offers 12,000 tried and tested flavors; you can pick from Desi Chai, Sulemani Chai and Cutting Chai, and add flavours like Tulsi, Adrak and so on. You can also sip on special flavours: Moroccan Mint, Aam Papad Chai and Rose Cardamom among others.

Chai Pe Charcha, Lower Parel

Cafe, Tea Room, Tea , Coffee, Indian

This cute little cafe in the commercial hub of Lower Parel is anything but boring. The vibrant walls are full of quotes and art, table-tops have four different hand-painted board games, so you can play while you wait for a hot tea. You’ll find Hajmola, Lemongrass and other flavours in the hot and cold tea areas of the menu.

The Taj Mahal Tea House, Bandra West

Cafe, Tea Room, Indian, Vegetarian, Fast Food, Tea , Coffee

An old Parsi bungalow converted into a tea cafe makes The Taj Mahal Tea House a popular nook in Bandra. The space has ample corners to curl up in and read, while its blue, cream and yellow tones transport you to a different era. Owned by Hindustan Unilever, you are guaranteed tea of the Taj brand and you can sample flavours like Curry Patta Tea, Oolong Tea, Mint Tea, along with breakfast and tea-time snacks.

Tea Villa Cafe, Bandra West

Cafe, Indian, Tea

The posh-looking cafe only recently opened in Bandra, but its Vile Parle outpost has been an ‘it’ place for quite a while. The cafe has an extensive menu, however, the tea remains the mainstay. Sip on flavoured flowering teas, Oolong tea, teas infused with fruity flavours and more.

Tea Trails, Bandra Kurla Complex

Bubble Tea Shop, Tea Room, Indian, Coffee, Tea , Fast Food

Located in the plush commercial hub, Tea Trails offers a simple ambience that’s perfect for a quick meeting. You’ll find teas from across the world, classics like Earl Grey and types of Green tea among others. There are varieties of chai as well; along with Taiwanese Bubble Tea.