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    Chaiwale & Co

    4.2 (44 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Hannah S.

    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.

    Courtny D.

    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!

    Earl grey pie
    Ally B.

    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).

    yummy bake goodies
    Ada C.

    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!

    Ketana C.

    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!

    Maryanne Z.

    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)

    Pistachio rose tres leches
    Anna H.

    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.

    Tres leches cake--so good
    Kerri A.

    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.

    Cardamom chai
    Daniella R.

    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

    Cardamom chai, iced vanilla cardamom latte, and mango lassi cheesecake
    Noella M.

    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

    Kadak Chai with Badam Cake !
    Shazia K.

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

    Tres leches cake
    Lily A.

    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

    Mango lassi

    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!

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