"The Kashmiri Pink Tea at Chai House was delicious, with rose petals and pistachios beautifully garnished on top. The flavor was rich and enjoyable, and I also liked that ordering is easy with their self-service screen at the counter."

"We had the Kashmiri Chai and the Dumm Chai. The Kashmiri Chai was delicious but the Dumm Chai was very strong and a little watery. The snacks were all good. We enjoyed the chicken samosa and the veg samosa. Even the veg puff pastry was good. The Sooper Biscuits were dry."

"The phrase "storm over a cup of tea" perfectly captures the lively conversations and passionate debates that often unfold over a simple cup of chai. After 14 years in the USA, I remain a devoted tea enthusiast, starting each day with a ☕️. Visiting friends just for tea is second nature to me. Yet, what I've missed most is the tradition of going out specifically for tea—not just to a coffee shop or an Asian tea spot, but a place with an array of chais where friends can linger, chat, and enjoy snacks well into the night. In cities like Houston, Chicago, Dallas, or New York, such spots are common, but Seattle has long been waiting for its turn. Finally, it's here—right inside Kabab House, a separate space called Chai House. It’s more than just a tea spot; it’s a place that captures the spirit of an "adda" 🗣️, where friends gather to gossip, laugh, and relax. The variety of chais, traditional South Asian cold drinks, and snacks that are essential to tea culture make it stand out. The décor is thoughtfully designed to reflect the rich tea-drinking traditions of South, Central, and West Asia , adding to the authenticity of the experience. During my visit, I sampled: • Kashmiri chai (pink tea) • Regular chai • Cold drinks: Rooh Afza , Shikanjabeen (sweet mint lemonade with pink salt) , and mango lassi • Snacks: Vegetable samosas and chicken puffs The Kashmiri chai was a standout—rich, creamy, and fragrant, with a perfect balance of spices and nuts . It’s the first time I’ve encountered this in the Pacific Northwest, and it did not disappoint. The Shikanjabeen was another highlight, offering a refreshing burst of lemon and mint 🌿, with a delightful blend of salty sweetness. The chicken puffs were lovely, and the vegetable samosas were packed with flavor, pairing beautifully with the chais. I've always had a soft spot for Rooh Afza with milk, but this time I tried the regular version, and while it was good, I might stick with my usual choice next time. The staff mentioned that nearly all their spices are made in-house, even the mango puree for the lassi, which adds a special touch to the offerings. They’ve just had a soft opening, so I’m excited to see how they refine their menu. A few tweaks—like more frequent batches of fresh chai, freshly baked puffs 🥐, and using filtered water for ice to avoid any lingering taste from Washington’s tap water—could further elevate the experience. They’re also working on a separate entrance, which will add to the charm. Overall, Chai House is an exciting new spot that’s bringing something special to Seattle."

"The most worst tasting chai award goes to this place. Everything is reheated premade chai. To say chais were sub-par is lowering the meaning for the word sub-par. Absolute crime serving these calling them chai. Two sips and it went to trash. Runnnn from this place!! Actually if you need motivation to cook at home, please come here. Whenever you feel like going out for food, this will remind you that it isn't worth it, places like this exists out there. You can make better chai at home!"

"You have to get to this place by going inside Kabab House; you order on a screen tablet but there was no one there to take and make order; we had to go back to restaurant to tell th m we had just ordered… weird setup Chai was ok at best; brewed to long and the compensated by adding extra milk 🤷🏽‍♂️"