For classic Indian cuisine with a contemporary twist, come to Chai Ki at Crossrail Place, in the heart of bustling Canary Wharf. From the brains behind the popular Roti Chai, Chai Ki promises to be just as successful, serving up modern Indian soul food and innovative cocktails in a casual and lively dining space.
The high-ceilinged, industrial-inspired, yet classy, interiors create a hip and fun vibe ideal for celebrations, special occasions, and group dining. The garden rooftop terrace, boasting unique views, also sets the scene for an unforgettable evening. With a focus on sharing dishes and bar plates, Chai Ki offers a place of conviviality and refuge from London’s business district.
Expect to find traditional dishes reimagined, such as Tibetan-inspired chicken momos with a tomato and timur pepper dip, Kerala fried cauliflower with a beetroot and sesame drizzle, and Bombay bhel, consisting of puffed rice, potatoes, and red onions with a chilli garlic chutney and tamarind imli. Special dishes also include Achari chicken marinated with traditional pickling spices, Himalayan ribs and wings with a Nepalese chilli rub and pineapple, and a vegan Dakshini platter - three steamed idli rice cakes, jackfruit pepper fry, aubergine sambal pickle, and spiced lentil and vegetable sambar stew.
Desserts are just as more-ish, with classics such as gulab jamun and kulfi, as well as an indulgent chocolate chilli tart, and malai cheesecake with orange zest and clotted cream. As well as the traditional masala chai spiced tea, Chai Ki offers signature cocktails to drink. You may enjoy a lychee rose bellini, a summer sidecar, or a maha mojito. Vibrant and flavourful mocktails are also on offer, which continue the fragrancy of the main menu. Nearby is Chai Ki’s Toddy Shop, which showcases even more cocktails, as well as championing its own infused beers.
Chai Ki is a buzzing and colourful space, ideal for friends, family, or co-workers to escape from London and gather around exciting food and experimental drinks.