
Bury Old Road, Salford, Greater Manchester
Part of the Chaiiwala chain — see all 125 locationsChaiiwala began in Leicester in 2015 with a simple, almost stubborn idea: bring the cardamom-and-ginger karak our founders grew up with, the cup served in family kitchens and roadside dhabas across South Asia, to the British high street, properly. No syrups. No shortcuts. A seven-spice blend, whole milk, slow brewing, pulled long the way it’s done back home. The first store opened its doors in Leicester, and the queue made the case. People weren’t just looking for a chaii, they were looking for the cup that meant home. Ten years on, we’re 115 stores strong across the UK, Canada and growing, pouring over 100 million cups, and still brewing each one the way our founders learned in Mumbai.
Staff has given verbal assurance of halal status. All the food served here is certified halal.
Score reflects a halal certificate on file.
☕ Chai Quality This place serves exceptional chai and it’s the main reason I keep coming back. The tea is rich, aromatic, lightly sweet, and perfectly balanced. 🏠 Atmosphere & Environment The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The space is clean, well presented, and has a great vibe that makes you want to relax and enjoy your drink. 👩🍳 Service & Staff The staff are always friendly and attentive. On my most recent visit on Saturday 17th January around 7.20pm, I was served by a young woman at the counter who has helped us before. She was extremely polite and welcoming and is a real credit to the team. Sorry I didn’t catch her name, but her customer service really stood out. 🌟 Overall Experience Consistently great karak chai, excellent service, and a lovely atmosphere every time. Highly recommended and definitely one of my favourite chai spots, a must-try for chai lovers.