Review: Chaiwala Cafe Oslo 

05/01/2022

Chaiwala Cafe Oslo, located near our Oslo Airbnb apartments in the Grønland district, offers an authentic Indian tea house experience. If you're looking for a cup of tea to warm you on a cold winter day or a traditional Indian dinner, lunch, breakfast or snack, this is the place to go. The café's ambiance is warm and inviting, with vibrant desi decor that transports visitors to the streets of India.

Chaiwala Cafe Oslo
Chaiwala Cafe Oslo

About Chaiwala Cafe Oslo

  • Address: Smalgangen 14, 0188 Oslo
  • Phone:  40 88 41 32
  • Website: https://www.chaiwala.no/
  • On the menu: Street food, kulcha, toast, Indian beverages, kati rolls, burgers and breakfast


The Chaiwala Cafe Oslo menu features a variety of traditional Indian beverages, including masala chai and lassi, as well as a selection of light snacks and desserts. Patrons have praised the café for its cozy atmosphere and flavorful drinks, making it a popular spot for both locals and visitors seeking a taste of India in Oslo.   

We visited on a Sunday afternoon, and the place was full of people, so it's obiously a popular place. We had the Sheesh Tikka Roll with Assam Tea, as described below. 

Sheesh Tikka Roll
Sheesh Tikka Roll

Sheesh Tikka Roll

We had Sheesh Tikka Roll with  meat, onions, pomegranate, tamarind, coriander and tikka chutney wrapped in a flaky paratha.

It was tasteful and worth the price.

Assam tea
Assam tea

Assam Tea

Chaiwala Cafe Oslo servces authentic Indian Assam tea, which is a type of black tea that comes from the Assam region in northeastern India. The warm, humid climate and heavy rainfall in the Assam Valley contribute to its distinct taste.  The tea is known for its bold, malty flavor, deep amber color, and strong, brisk character. Recommended on cold Oslo winter days. 


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