Samay Chai

Note to the owner: Please consider refreshing or recoloring the name board of the food truck—it’s barely visible! I’d love to see the name shine as much as the chai does. Samay Chai instantly caught my attention—mainly because it shares the same name as my son. That alone was reason enough to stop by, but I stayed for the chai… and I’m glad I did. The tea absolutely delivered. I loved the variety of flavors on the menu—rosemary, pistachio, ginger, cardamom and more. It’s refreshing to see creative spins on a classic without losing authenticity. The chai was comforting, aromatic, and clearly made with care. I also tried the sabudana vada, and it was beautifully prepared—crispy and crunchy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside. It’s not always easy to get that texture balance right, but they nailed it. Overall, a charming little spot with personality and good flavors. I’m definitely coming back to try more from the menu.

This place has amazing food and a great cozy vibe. The best vada pav and sabudana vada in Austin! Their Orange Pistachio chai was out of this world! you’ve got to try it. And my personal favorite - “The Chicken Taco” which is like an indian style wrap was fabulous. Certainly a hidden gem!

The chai is very good. They ran out of the orange-pistachio chai, but we tried the ginger-cardamom and rosemary-ginger chai's which hit the spot on a cold evening! Went back for seconds. We didn't try the other stuff but maybe we will on our next visit here. There is sitting space in front of the chai truck. Parking may be limited - there is a space that can fit about 5 cars next to the area. You may notice the river flowing by close but it's not visible or easily accessible from where you will be. Anyway, do check them out if you're a chai lover!

Highly recommend this place. I had the rosemary and ginger chai which was very good. Not too sweet and it got the essence of rosemary blended nicely.

Stellar exquisite cuisine. The saffron the cardamom, it makes me nostalgic for my childhood in India— and I’m from Indiana lol. These folks take pride in what they do and you can tell, It’s not often that food is so good and so consistent and served in such an atmosphere that it moves me but when it does I make a review, it’s good enough to get weekly visits from me forever. Veggies fresh, the chicken is buttery, the spice blend is so aromatic and perfectly balanced, and needless to say the chai is the chai-est, not to mention the two folks running the truck are some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet. this food makes me love humanity more. It should get seven out of five stars, if I could give it that’s what I would