Chaiiwala

Founded in 2015 in Leicester, Chaiiwala is renowned for offering authentic, handcrafted Indian street food with a Western fusion, including its signature Karak Chai. Since its inception, Chaiiwala has rapidly expanded and established itself as a premier destination for Indian food enthusiasts, uniting people over their shared love for the perfect cup of chai and the unmistakable flavours of Indian street food.

Chaiiwala holds back US push as it works to avoid ‘getting it wrong’

The chain is prioritising the right partners and locations before entry.

Chaiiwala tests compact format to widen reach

The food chain is also targeting drive-thrus and travel hubs.

Chaiiwala trials 24 hour drive-thru format

The restaurant aims to capture late-night snacking.

Chaiiwala opens in Park Royal

The 35-cover venue includes self-service kiosks.

Chaiiwala targets Woking for 2nd Surrey high street site

The new location will provide a fresh audience of consumers unfamiliar with its signature brew.

Chaiiwala expands with new drive-thru in Blackburn

It will be the company’s second drive-thru in six months.

Chaiiwala names James Kang as CEO to lead Canada expansion

The brand aims to expand to 100 locations by 2030.

Chaiiwala opens drive-thru in Nottingham

The opening marks a step into the brand’s plans to reach 500 restaurants in 10 years.

Chaiiwala targets hospitals, campuses in expansion push

It wants to transform Indian dining into a modern, social experience.

Chaiiwala opens new café at Staines’ Two River Retail Park

The new site is part of the chain’s plan to reach 500 global outlets within ten years.

Chaiiwala taps Ben Clayton as new COO

He will oversee franchise operations, focusing on performance, partner support, and profitability.

Chaiiwalla opens first service station format cafe

The format is launched via a pop-up that will be opened for three months.

Chaiiwala opens 105th UK outlet

The brand aims to open 500 global outlets within the next decade.