Irani Chaiko's — Restaurant in Thane

Design to look old world, colonial and humours this quintessential Irani cafe is now opened in Thane with bit of modern interior decor and ambience.

Dying legacy of Irani cuisine with their in house secret spices and flavours you will definitely experience the taste of few chaotic, colorful, quirky food textures at this place.

The Chef and his team has done an amazing work on each and every single dish listed on menu card.

Starting with the most refreshing drinks serving since 1865 this Pallonji’s soda will never disappoint you with flavours, bottle temperature and soda balance.

Moving ahead with the menu, Irani Chaiko’s menu will surely impress you with the selection of Iconic dishes of Irani cafe’s where you will find chicken and mutton Keema Pav, cutlets, puffs, soda’s, chicken bowls, Rolls and wraps, Chicken samosa’s and most legendary chai with bun maska along with many more other dishes.

🌟Paneer Mexican Roll- To all vegetarians who are highly looking out for quick bite or rolls this roll will not disappoint you with quality and quantity at all. Fresh and soft paneer pieces nicely balanced with veggies and textures of mix herbs was nicely balanced. The perfect amount of spiciness and crunchiness of veggies will keep this roll full pf flavourful.

🌟Mutton Keema Pav- Fresh minced mutton keema cooked with green pease will give you nice aroma of cardamom where you will taste slightly spicy taste of black peppers. Where sunny side up egg topped with red chilly powder and oozing out runny egg yolk on keema will give you nice moist texture to have with the buns and slices of onions and lemons.

🌟Chicken Cutlets- Shredded chicken mixed with traditional and authentic irani spices the soft and perfectly moist texture of chicken cutlet batter was amazingly coated with crumbs and deep fried in oil. Balance between crunchiness and moist batter was just spot on. Where the spice was perfectly balanced. Also the size of the cutlet was impressive.

🌟Cheese chicken omelette- finely chopped onions, tomatoes, fresh coriander,and green chillies mixed well with the eggs and half done on heated pan will give you nice crunch of onion and spicy taste of chillies where shredded pieces of chicken along with the cheese was helping out whole omelette to keep it moist.

🌟Chicken Samosa- Minced chicken pieces along with finely chopped chillies stuffed in roll sheet with shape of samosa deep fried in oil will give you a perfect low spice blend taste. Where the fresh batter and crunch of coating along with the spicy mint chutney was elevating the dish.

🌟Chicken salli boti bowl- a perfect bowl of spices and bursting out of the flavour is highly recommended to all nonveg lovers. Roasted chicken pieces cook slowly in rich creamy texture gravy where you will taste layers of spiciness and creaminess along with the full grain fluffy flavoured rice garnished with salad.

🌟Chai with BunMaska- most iconic and signature dish of irani cafes which you will find in every single Irani cafe’s. Fresh and soft buns heavily loaded either layer of best quality butter served along with Irani special chai will never disappoint you with the quality.

Overall Irani Chaiko’s has done an amazing job not only with decor / ambiance of the place but also with the food where chef and his team has done fabulous job to keep the originality of traditionally followed Irani Parsi dishes.

Whole team will make sure to serve one of the best qualitative and quantitative food on your table and allow you to experience vintage side of streets of bombay.

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Paneer Mexican roll Mutton keema Pav with egg fried Chicken cutlet Chicken salli boti bowl Pallonjis soda Chicken cheese...

Every once in a while, you stumble upon a dining experience that doesn’t just satisfy hunger but lingers in memory, warming the heart as much as the stomach. This restaurant, tucked away yet brimming with life, belongs to that rare category. If I had to distill the entire experience into a single word, it would be perfect.

I visited on a bustling Sunday afternoon. The limited seating meant a short wait, no more than 20 minutes but the anticipation only sharpened my appetite. The atmosphere was lively without being chaotic, a hum of happy chatter that hinted at the delights being served.

The bloke who greeted us, likely the manager or perhaps even the owner, set the tone for the afternoon. Warm, personable, and genuinely enthusiastic, he carried the kind of hospitality that elevates a meal into an occasion. He not only ensured we were comfortable but also walked us through the menu in detail, almost like a storyteller introducing his characters. It wasn’t rehearsed; it was heartfelt. And it made all the difference.

Though not my usual choice, I was persuaded to try the Passion Fruit Boba, and I’m glad I did. Refreshing, playful, and balanced, not too sweet, not too sharp, it was a fitting start to the journey ahead.

The Bun Maska arrived first, a simple but soulful bite that evoked nostalgia. Then came the keemas: Mutton Keema with Fried Egg, Chicken Keema with Fried Egg, and Soya Keema for a vegetarian spin. Each was an ode to technique and taste. The mutton keema reigned supreme, rich, perfectly spiced, and cooked to a silken mince that paired wonderfully with the runny yolk of the fried egg. The chicken was no less delightful, tender and flavorful, while the soya keema held its own, proving that vegetarian options can be equally indulgent. The paav, soft and lightly toasted, was the ideal companion, and yes, we asked for extra.

Curiosity led us next to the Chappli Kebab. I’ll admit, I’ve often found this dish underwhelming elsewhere, but here it was a revelation. Crisped at the edges, juicy within, and seasoned with just the right balance of tradition and finesse, it converted me into a believer.

By now, we could have stopped. But how does one resist temptation when a menu continues to intrigue? Enter the Paneer Tikka Biryani, the undeniable star of the afternoon. Generous chunks of paneer, marinated and grilled to perfection, nestled among fragrant layers of rice. The masala was robust without being overwhelming, and the topping of fried onions added both crunch and sweetness. Each bite was a celebration, the kind that makes you linger even as you’re already full.

Though I couldn’t bring myself to sample the rolls, they remain high on my list for the next visit. The chap who was looking after the cafe also mentioned the possibility of pasta dishes being added to the menu. While it may not be the most traditional direction for an Irani restaurant, with the skill and care shown here, I have no doubt they’ll make it their own.

The servers and their service throughout mirrored the quality of the food. Attentive but never intrusive, the servers carried a natural warmth, always smiling, always ready to assist, always ensuring we felt...

Irani Chaiko's – Big Name, Bland Game

Walked into Irani Chaiko's riding on the wave of glowing 5-star reviews on Zomato and Google. Honestly? Felt like I’d gatecrashed the wrong party—my experience was nowhere close to what I read.

Dropped by during high-tea hours, expecting at least some tea that lives up to the name. The ₹50 Irani Chai was just average chai—no Irani soul, no distinct flavour. If this is “Irani,” then I’ve been drinking gourmet tea from street stalls all my life.

The ₹55 Bun Maska? A single, dry bun with a casual swipe of butter—nothing worth writing home about. The ₹180 for two pattices was the real kicker: dry, tough, and paired with watery ketchup and a no-effort green chutney. Felt more like punishment than nostalgia.

Ambience? Let’s just say the music volume was trying to compete with the crowd. Conversations required intense lip-reading and a need for subtitles. And with just one AC for a packed room, the only thing brewing was sweat.

Service? Polite, yes—but only after you really try to catch their attention. Once they do get to you, they’re efficient—maybe a bit too efficient. There’s a subtle rush to get your table cleared for the next waiting customer. So if you're planning to chill post-order, either eat at a snail’s pace or space out your orders strategically.

A place called Irani Chaiko's with no Irani feel, forgettable chai, and prices that oversell the experience. Would I recommend it? Nope. Not for the food, not for the vibe, and definitely not for...