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The Ketli Chai
Welcome to The Ketli Chai, a delightful food truck nestled at 2367 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, where vibrant flavors and the warm essence of Indian street food come together harmoniously. With the ease of access and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s more than just a stop; it’s an experience that beckons tea lovers and food enthusiasts alike.
The prime focus here is, without a doubt, the signature chai. Dedicated patrons rave about the "Ketli Chai," which complements breakfast favorites like Bun Muska and Ketli Maggi. Each cup is crafted with precision, ensuring every sip is a fragrant journey back to the bustling streets of India. Locals like D K express their fondness for this chai, emphasizing that it’s always fresh and consistently satisfying.
But that’s just the beginning. Notable menu highlights also include Chaska Maska Bun, a hit among visitors like Bhanisha Amit, who insists you can’t miss the pani puri and sandwiches. The nostalgic touch of aloo bun maska and the savory crunch of Ketli Sandwich transport you to the roadside stalls of Bangalore and Hyderabad. Swaroop Krishna shares how the casual vibes and friendly staff create the perfect setting for engaging with friends over board games like carrom and UNO, making every visit a cherished memory.
Vijay Lakkaraju describes it as a “gem,” emphasizing their 100% vegetarian offerings. It’s a place where camaraderie and food come together seamlessly. For those craving a variety of snacks, the numerous choices like the tandoori paneer sandwich and Nutella bun maska are sure to delight even the most discerning palates.
With ample parking and an inviting outdoor seating area, The Ketli Chai offers not only delicious food and drink but a cozy space to hang out, unwind, and reminisce. Ronil Sawant sums it up perfectly: it’s the best hangout spot in the Bay Area. Between playing games and enjoying comforting chai paired with snacks like Parle-G biscuits or Good Day, a visit here feels like a warm embrace of home.
The Ketli Chai isn’t just another food truck; it's a community hub, a haven for chai enthusiasts, and a celebration of authentic Indian street food. Whether you’re local or just passing through, be sure to swing by and indulge in the flavors that have captured the hearts (and taste buds) of many!
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“ My wife and I come to San Jose for work, a week out of each month from Austin. We look forward to stopping by and picking up a few cups of Chai and Bun Muska on each trip. We have not tried anything than their different Chai and Bun Muska, but thats really our go too. There is nice seating area outside the foodtruck and the staff are very friendly with food and chai tasting super fresh. If you want great Indian Chai, this is the place! ”
“ Yummy yummy chai Be sure to get the ketli maggi, chaska maska bun, pani puri and sandwiches! We will definitely be back again:) The board games and carrom board definitely adds to the experience. ”
“ Overall a place that reminds us of Indian street food. We can hangout with friends , play carroms or uno . The place reminds of various stalls in Bangalore and Hyderabad where we go out of office to have a quick tea or maggi and it makes you feel nostalgic Food is good. Liked ketli chai, ketli sandwich and aloo bun maska. And you can’t do much wrong with maggi ”
“ A gem of a place , great taste -100% vegetarian. Great place to hand out , friendly staff ”
“ Best hangout place in Bay Area, where you can play games like carrom, cards and enjoy chai with parle g or goodday or bun maskas. They have a variety of Maggi, sandwiches and refreshers to go with it. My favs were Ketli Maggi, tandoori paneer and veggie cheese sandwich and Nutella bun maska. Also enjoyed gur wali chai with parle g . This place also has a lot of parking ”
“ Best maggi I’ve ever eaten. They Serve hot and good maggi. Been here few times to try all different types of maggi and bun maska ”
“ Food is very delicious specially paneer masala maggi and ginger elichi tea . Staff is very friendly and vibes are good . Moreover ,food is very budget friendly. I would like to recommend to all go there and try delicious food with great vibes ”
“ Had the Ketli chai (had masala and saffron) . Loved it. Also tried the bun masks and paneer Bhurji (new on the menu). Spicy and tasty. The owners were super sweet. Will visit again! ”