Tori C.
12/14/2025
I haven't had Indian food in a long time. Chai Pani fulfilled my cravings and then some! I didn't have a reservation but I magically snagged a spot for two. My friend and I split the butter...
Chai Pani
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1325 5th St NE Ste A
Washington, DC 20002
Mindblasting and James Beard Award-winning restaurant by chef Meherwan Irani, known internationally for broadening the representation of Indian street food in America.
The shareable menu consists of crunchy, spicy, sweet, tangy, and brightly flavored Indian street snacks; chaat (street snacks), uttapam (savory fermented pancakes), chhota plates (truck stop-style small plates), sigri (grill), and pav (street sandwiches, pronounced "pow"). An experience that blasts your culinary and visual senses and transports you to the streets of Mumbai. Ok!
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4.564 reviews
Varsha S.
12/13/2025
An extremely cute and vibrant restaurant in DC that I was so excited to try!! The restaurant welcomes you with Indian music playing throughout the speakers even outside the restaurant. When you...
Shanice G.
12/5/2025
This place is a real treat! Great energy and vibrant decor when you walk in. The hostess Julia was very welcoming and friendly and talked me through Pani Puri (the street cart/station) at the...
Ashlee S.
11/27/2025
I dined at Chai Pani the night before Thanksgiving with my big bro and big sis, and it was such a wonderful experience! I'm so happy this restaurant is in my neighborhood, and I can't wait to...
Geneva D.
12/4/2025
Between Marcus DC and this spot, Union Market is really winning in the culinary scene right now. I only discovered Chai Pani because I'd planned a date at the Umbrella Arts Fair not realizing it...
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