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Kolkata Chai Co - East Village

Chai, Vegan Rolls, Soft Serve

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Top tips

Ask about: mixed vegan claims

  • Try the vegan chickpea kati roll; a reviewer rated it 5/5.
  • Good to know: Ask whether the chai soft serve is vegan when you visit; reviews describe an oat-milk version, but menu information is inconsistent.
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  • Outdoor benches and a picnic table provide more seating than the two indoor stools.
  • Expect a wait for food when orders are backed up; a reviewer noted that dishes are prepared on a single cooking surface.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention ice cream and chickpea roll.

Good for

The vibe: work & study

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, coffee, dessert, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This compact East Village chai counter focuses on masala chai, coffee, and Indian-inspired street food, including a chickpea kati roll listed as vegan. Seating is tight indoors, with outdoor benches and a picnic table; reviews also praise the chai soft serve, though its vegan status appears inconsistent across menu information and reviews.

Vegan menu

See all 20 dishes and drinks

Kolkata Chai Co - East Village · dine-in · 20 dishes and drinks

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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199 E 3rd St, New York, NY 10009

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00–16:00
Wednesday
10:00–16:00
Thursday
10:00–16:00
Friday
10:00–16:00
Saturday
10:00–16:00
Sunday
09:00–17:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.0 1 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Not labeled
staff
Knowledgeable

Ask about: The menu makes inconsistent vegan claims.

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