We were looking for something different in a sweet Treats and stumble on this place. I had never had Indian fusion especially desserts so we said what the heck let's see what we can find. We tried Pistachio Tres Leche, Mexican Chocolate cake and Gulab Jamun Cheesecake sll were interesting and priced decent. The service was nice and the staff were very helpful explaining items they had on display. I felt if you are a tea person this definitely for you!!! So if you want tea and a treat then stop through and try then when they open back up. read more

Chaiwale & Co - Come check it out!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

this place is located in a little storefront in the back of pressed juicer and the ice cream place. Had the pistachio cheesecake. Tasty little bit. The space is cute but there's only one person working and she's hustling. She needs more help to move the lines faster. That's my only complaint.... Didn't try the drinks. read more

Chaiwale & Co - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The same owners of Pie Hole have rebranded, and are now Chaiwale & Co. There is more of an Indian influence now, seen in their new expansive menu. They still serve their popular earl grey and Mexican chocolate pies, but now they have a masala chai flavored pie as well. The chai pie was good, and I could definitely taste the kick from the masala spice (usually consists of cardamom, clove, and cinnamon). They also offer other Indian inspired and fusion desserts, including gulab jamon cheesecake, mango lassi cheesecake, rose loaf cake, and kulfi tres leches. The desserts were all on point, but unfortunately, the drinks were not. I've gone twice so far and had the same issues each time. The saffron syrup in the saffron latte is made in-house, but it was very light - nearly undetectable. To be perfectly honest, I could barely taste the saffron; the drink just tasted like a basic latte. The masala chai was just as disappointing, and tasted more like milk than anything else. Sadly, both drinks were underwhelming to say the least. On a sidenote, the employee was very sweet but she could probably use some assistance, given how backed up she was trying to take and fill all the orders. ****************** My Ratings: 1 Star: Terrible; just thinking about it makes me angry. 2 Stars: Wasn't a fan so Not likely to return. 3 Stars: Meh. Average. Might return if others drag me. 4 Stars: Yum! Likely to return. 5 Stars: Amazing! Would plan my day around it. read more

Chaiwale & Co - Saffron latte & Chai pie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Lovely spot for coffee or chai and definitely pie!! I really enjoyed their unique menu offerings - such as the Earl Grey Tea Pie and Saffron Latte. They're located towards the back of a hip food hall right off Colorado where Pie Hole used to be - next to Pressed Juicery and Wanderlust Creamery. The very friendly staff member explained it's the same owners but they're rebranding with a new flavor profile and spin on the menu. Diehard Pie Hole fans will be happy to know that they still offer some Pie Hole faves like the Early Grey, Mexican Chocolate, and Apple Crumble pies! Met up with Yelp coffee shop queen @SamB for a fun little Fri-date with dessert for breakfast and it was a great spot to relax and chat. We both tried the Saffron Latte (hot) and shared a slice of the Earl Grey Tea Pie and Masala Chai Pie which were both delightful! The Earl Grey Tea Pie definitely has a great earl gray tea presence and goes well with the thin layer of chocolate on the bottom. The Masala Chai Pie was decadent with a warm spice profile reminiscent of pumpkin pie. Both were excellent and something I'd order again. I also took several other items home to share with the hubby for the weekend - a slice of Mexican Chocolate, Apple Crumble, and a piece of their beautiful Rose Pistachio Cake. The lovely staff member let us sample the Rose Pistachio Cake before buying and it was delicious as well as beautiful - nice amount of rose flavor which I love. Looking forward to sampling the others! We had trouble deciding on our drinks bc they all sound so interesting and unique. After recommendations from the staff member, we both settled on the Saffron Latte that comes with espresso shots and a splash or two of vanilla depending on how sweet you prefer. It was nice enough - they make their saffron syrup in house and the quality of their espresso is excellent. But I didn't really taste any saffron or vanilla - it just kind of tasted like a normal latte. We were dining in so were expecting a regular coffee mug like we've seen in the photos - but our lattes came to us in to-go cups which I really don't care for so we were a little disappointed about that. They have limited seating that fills up fast when busy. And be sure you leave yourself plenty of time bc they are a small family owned business with limited staff (totally understandable) and service can be slow if there's a little bit of a line. But the staff were wonderful, hard working, and as efficient as they could possibly be while providing great service. All in all we had a nice experience and I'd definitely revisit. The prices are good for the area. Location is excellent- right in the heart of quaint Old Town Pasadena surrounded by so many shops and activities. read more

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Replacing the previous PieHole, this pie place definitely takes the pie for delicious and unique pies!! We had their indian flavored pies, which were the Gulab Jamun Cheesecake and their Masala Chai Pie! My parter and I love masala chai tea from our local Indian supermarket so we loved the pie! I also love the gulab jamun dessert in restaurants and, to experience it in cheesecake form was magical. We also had their indian flavored drinks, which were the Cardamom and Masala Chai. They complemented the desserts so well! read more

Chaiwale & Co - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Would absolutely recommend coming here and trying their chai! So delicious. And this is coming from a coffee girl! Nick did a wonderful job explaining the 3 types of chai they had to offer and the flavor notes/differences. His descriptions helped me narrow down my wide eyed gaze! I had the Kadak chai, hot. The flavor was dynamic yet light! Having it with whole milk is the way to go for a nice creaminess. Not many places offer fresh chai and this is hands down one of the best I've had at any cafe around LA. I also had to go for their earl grey pie and tres leches. Both very tasty! If you had to pick one, I'd go Earl Grey for the lightness of the pie. The tres leches was just a tad on the heavy side for me (then again, I had mine in the morning, would make for a perfect dessert). read more

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if you are looking for a simple cup of authentic chai (masala chai!), this is the place to be. A chai and bakery shop tuck inside a common space shared with other small shops (ice cream and juice). Staff is friendly! there isn't much place for sitting but the option of having a cup of chai enjoying Old Town is another cozy option! read more

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Great drinks and sweet treats! Tried the kadak and masala chais and they were great - tasted just like how my family makes it. Also got the mango lassi cheesecake which was the perfect blend of Indian and western flavors! read more

Chaiwale & Co - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

I tried their saag paneer and butter chicken burrito, but unfortunately, I didn't enjoy either. Neither dish delivered the flavor I was hoping for. It was overpriced for the small amount of food. I loved the cardamom chai. The rich, spiced tea blended well with creaminess of milk. It had the right balance of spice and sweetness. I will return to try their other drink items. read more

10/10! I had the Iced Spanish Latte, Mango Lasse Cheesecake, Hot Cardamon Chai and Samosas. Everything exceeded expectations. Great service, and spacious venue, plenty of seating. This is a shared space with Pressed Juicery and Wanderlust Ice Creamery. Will definitely return soon. (Bathrooms are a little dark) read more

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I would be curious to try the chai teas and coffees here but we stopped by on a Tuesday night and didn't want any caffeine. We tried the pistachio rose tres leches and I thought it was okay, it didn't seem as fresh and the cake itself was a bit more dense than I would like. Service was a little slow for no line, the barista was making drinks for another customer that took a bit longer before our cake was ready. read more

Chaiwale & Co - Pistachio rose tres leches - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Wowww! Impressed is an under statement came in looking for a mellow vibe and a latte. Instead I decided to try the cardamom chai w oat which was amazing! They make it right on the spot, fresh !! Perfect price for the quality!! Definitely will come visit with more time for the fusion Good service! Clean ! Cute decor ! Happy they new to the area this place is a must try read more

Chaiwale & Co - Cardamom chai - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

We were stopping by to get some ice cream over at Wanderlust, but I needed my caffeine fix and so my husband and I walked over to check it out. The owner was outside giving out samples of their pie and it was delicious!! (We tried the samples for pumpkin and pecan). Anyway, although my husband is Indian, I, myself, am not super familiar with all the different chais. His nani makes chai at home and it's completely different than what most people are used to (it's much better that starbucks I will tell you that lol). So, I asked about the different chais they offered and decided to roll with Kadak Chai with a double espresso shot. I love it because it's a very mild flavoring, with allll the caffeine I could ask for lool. My husband got the Indian coffee and it was sooooo delicious. We were incredibly full from lunch, but next time we are in Pasadena, this is my new go to spot for coffee. Definitely will try their food and other pastries. The owner and workers are also very kind and have a great sense of humor. We really enjoyed our visit here! THANKS FOR READING Y'ALL!! read more

So friendly and so much pride in their business! I highly recommend the tres leches cake with rose and pistachios--delicious and not overly sweet. read more

Chaiwale & Co - Tres leches cake--so good - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Amazing amazing experience!! I've been hoping to find a place where I could try chai in Pasadena and it's like by fate this place opened! The owner is super nice, she accommodated me and my friend when we wanted to try an iced drink. She suggested a vanilla cardamom latte and it was so good! So flavorful, not too sweet, just the perfect amount of spice. The hot cardamom chai was also delicious, I kept almost burning my tongue because I was just too excited to drink it. It was so warm and did not taste watered down at all. And finally, the mango lassi cheesecake. It was actually one of the reasons I found this place haha. I had a huge craving for cheesecake and cake in general and knew I had to stop by. It was super creamy and smooth! The mango tasted fresh and I loved the mango puree on top. Not too heavy and not too sweet. I really enjoyed it. We also got a slice of earl grey pie to go but I forgot to take a picture before I devoured it. Everything just was so delicious! I think the place is still new but I think this will be my top place to go with friends. The seating is a bit limited as it is in the same building as Wanderlust, but for small groups or duos its perfect! 1000000/10 read more

Chaiwale & Co - Cardamom chai, iced vanilla cardamom latte, and mango lassi cheesecake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Total disappointment. Customer service was horrible as well. The chai wasn't even worth the drive. Definitely not going back.

Excellent service ! Long awaited place to have a good chai ! Great ambiance and friendly servers! A must try for all chai lovers . read more

Chaiwale & Co - Kadak Chai with Badam Cake ! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Ok. So. We stopped by before going to a friend's show at Old Towne Pub, and we got a large pistachio cookie and I got a small masala chai tea. This would have been all fine, except the masala chai was so delicious that I drank all of it at....well, after 9pm, and didn't realize how strong it was until I was laying in bed at 4:30am WIDE AWAKE wondering if I should have made better life decisions. So there's that. read more

Visited this place on a Friday evening, and the zen experience was absolutely amazing! The comfy armchairs and outdoor seating create a relaxing atmosphere. The friendly staff made great recommendations and even provided samples. The desserts paired perfectly with the drinks. I highly recommend the Golden Latte; its balance of spices and sweetness is exquisite! Reasonable prices read more

Chaiwale & Co - Tres leches cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Service was top notch, they took the time to explain all the items to us knowing we were unfamiliar with Indian flavors. The masala chai was very mild, but perfect for a late night hot drink that won't get you wired with caffeine. But if you're looking for a super strong chai they do have other options! The mango lassi was very fresh and not too sweet. The mango flavor really came through and maaaaybe our favorite item on the menu. Gulab jamun cheesecake was also surprisingly balanced. It may look like a regular cheesecake underneath the topping, but it actually is infused with all the flavors of a gulab jamun (rose water, cardamom) that complimented the creamyness of a new york style cheesecake. Definitely worth trying if you're looking for something unique to go with your cup of chai! read more

Chaiwale & Co - Mango lassi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Tried Chaiwale the other day with a coworker. We had to wait almost 10 minutes to order, as there was one person who ordered ahead of us and there was only one worker. They only had Karak chai and cardamom chai available and were out of masala chai, so I ordered the Karak chai. My coworker ordered an iced karak chai. The server didn't ask what size we wanted so I'm not sure if we were given the medium or large. It took another 6-7 minutes for him to make the chais. After he served us, I tried to take a sip of mine and it was scalding hot, and I spilled some out of the cup. He said "oh, it's hot". I also didn't realize the chais were unsweetened as chai is usually served sweetened. I wish the server had mentioned that. Carrying the to-go cup back to work was an ordeal, as the chai was so hot, it was burning my hand through the cup and sleeve! I kept having to move it from one hand to the other because it was so hot. It was also spilling out of the top of the lid onto my hand. Got back to the office and removed the lid to find the chai was filled all the way to the very top, which is why it was spilling out. Also realized that we weren't given any parle-g cookies with our tea like others have mentioned. The Karak chai was ok - couldn't taste any subtle spice flavor in it like other Karak style chai. I'll give the place another try, but I find it odd that a chai shop runs out of masala chai! Note to owners - please don't use inferior to go cups and sleeves if you are going to serve boiling hot beverages! It was not a pleasant experience trying to hold my cup! read more

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Love the Pistachio Cheesecake! The Saffron Latte was good but not as great as the other reviews made it out to be. The front counter service guy was very helpful and friendly. The ambiance is very much like a commissary style type with other food and drink vendors in the space. Over all I would give this place a four star. read more

Chaiwale & Co - Dessert display - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Loved the cardamom chai and kulfi tres leches cake the most! The cake was so moist and decadent. Great service too, very helpful in explaining the menu. read more

Chaiwale & Co - Rose matcha, cardamom chai, and kulfi tres leches - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Had their mango lassi cheesecake and it was amazing!! I originally came because I was craving pie, but was surprised to see the pie hole wasn't around anymore. Luckily, these guys offer pies and much more! I'm definitely coming back to try their chai infused desserts. The guys working there were super friendly and you could tell how passionate they are about their craft. read more

really friendly staff. the ambiance is great for a solo date or something to grab to go. the cheesecake however was a little dry and dense. chai was strong and soothing. I believe the chocolate or earl grey pie was also just a mild flavor. read more

What can I say but deliciousness!!! If you want amazing, authentic REAL CHAI TEA. This is the place!!!! read more

Chaiwale & Co - Kadak Chai and cookies - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Wonderful spot !! Amazing chai.. good Indian inspired treats too. The chai is made from scratch for every order. .

Best authentic Chai ever! They have coffee drinks, burritos and pastries. My parents are pretty picky in general but they enjoyed the eggless mango cake and pistachio cheesecake. The samosas were yummy too. read more

raman, make the best chai masala and they really really good desserts and food. Remind India if you like Indian food this is the right place. read more

Burritos were great! Deserts were amazing Tea a bit strong, but good:) Fairly priced I highly recommended it! read more

Tried the saffron Chai, it was pretty good. Service was good too, very friendly. We'll be back!

I wanted to enjoy this place, but my coffee-loving friend and I left feeling dissatisfied. I ordered the iced cardamom chai and the butter chicken burrito. Unfortunately, the chai was lacking in spice and had too much milk, similar to my friend's iced Spanish latte, which was also underwhelming. The chai doesn't have sweetness, so you have to ask for it. I've always enjoyed Indian food, especially curry, but the flavors in butter chicken burrito here were quite interesting. We're unsure if this is their actual style for a modern Indian café and bakery. My friend and I noticed other customers seemed to enjoy their orders. It felt like we were missing something, or perhaps it just wasn't our preference. read more

they are so nice the main guy that works there gave us a free cheesecake because they were out of the burrito we wanted and he brought us extra biscuits for our chai. He was so sweet and welcoming. Definitely recommend this place and the food is so authentic! 10 out of 10! read more

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So delicious! I definitely recommend this place if you want a true taste of chai. We chose to go with the Kadak chai--- amazing! Also the Barista takes his time to make your drink well worth it! We really appreciate His effort. The ambiance is relaxing, great if you'd like to study and sip on some yummy tea! read more

Chaiwale & Co - The Kadak chai tea latte was amazing! I definitely recommend this place if you want a true taste of Chai. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

Amazing place and ambiance with authentic kadak (strong) chai and the pistachio rose scone was soft and divine, Sunny is such a wonderful host you feel like you've literally stepped into a dost's home for a cuppa. Lovely read more

Chaiwale & Co - Masala Chai Pie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pasadena, California

The vegan chai + pistachio cheesecake were both amazing!! I got a badam milk with vegan milk as well - lots of fresh cardamom & pistachio and great for non-caffeine people. It's on a busy block in downtown, and inside the wanderlust area so you have to street park. read more

I wanted to love this place. We ordered the butter chicken burritos. It's mostly rice and in need of more sauce/salt/spice. I had quite a bit of bone cartilage. We ordered a chocolate chip cookie and a slice of Mexican chocolate pie. There were two employees working and they forgot about our dessert entirely. After eating and waiting a while we went up and asked for our dessert. This place could be great when it comes to the burritos but they lack effort. Everything is just reheated and not made fresh. read more

Yummy teas! Note this spot is in a shared space food-mall type of area. They have their own seating though.

Cardamom tea and Parle G biscuits! Almost heaven! And, mango lassi cheesecake to cap off an excellent experience. Thank you Chaiwale & Co.

Not sure if I caught both staff on a bad day. Ordered a mango lassi that consist of a simple pour into a cup. The person behind me received their hot drink that required more work to make before me. Had to remind the person who took my order what I ordered. Took 10 secs for them to pour my mango lassi in a cup but waited over 15 mins to get it. Things could've been done more efficiently. No apologies or acknowledgment. read more