Chai Pani Decatur

Chai Pani Decatur

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Indian street food from four time James Beard nominated chef Meherwan Irani in Decatur, GA. Come see what the fuss is all about!

From the team that brought you innovative, affordable, delicious, and mind-blasting Indian cuisine in Asheville, comes Chai Pani in Decatur, GA. If you need more convincing, check out the recommendations by the New York Times, GQ Magazine, Food & Wine, and New York Magazine :-)

Photos from Chai Pani Decatur's post 05/12/2026

Friends! Don’t miss a very special Give Back happening this Thursday 5/14 🌟 We’ll be participating in ’s Joyful Dinner series by donating 10% of dinner sales to their incredible work on the importance and impact of the Slow Food movement.

And that’s not all!! Chef is whipping up some extra delicious specials for the night. See below 🤤

Hara Bhara Kabab 🫛 Pan-fried vegetarian kababs made from allllll the leafy Spring greens & green garlic courtesy of . With fresh sweet peas, potatoes, cheese, and roasted chickpea flower.

Mutton Do Pyaza 🥘 Slowly simmered, bone-in, mutton curry packed with spring onions 😍 (enjoy sweet Jim with these beauties in the last slide)

See y’all Thursday yes ok 💕💕💕

Photos from Chai Pani Decatur's post 04/02/2026

💥 BIG things are happening during lunch over here, Decatur!!!

Starting this Saturday, we’ll now be offering our
‼️FULL‼️ menu during our weekend lunch hours 🥘

As well as…The Great Thali Return 🙌 All of the classics on one plate - back now only during weekend lunches 💖

But don’t fret, friends! Our buffet is still readily available for you Monday - Friday from 11:30am - 2:30pm 🙏

OK Love You! See you soon 🐅

Photos from Side by Side's post 02/23/2026
Photos from Chai Pani Decatur's post 02/06/2026

We’re back-ish, Decatur! 🤗 We’ll be open with takeout, delivery, and LIVE Pani Puri tonight from 5-9:30pm 💕

We’ve got some final touches we’re finishing up before we can open with full service tomorrow, but rejoice! You may have your okra fries tonight 🙌

Order online, in person, or on the apps if you’re staying in. The patio will also be fully open for you to sit and enjoy yes! ❤️

Appreciate your understanding, friends. We’ve missed you so much 😙

02/02/2026

❤️ We’ll be taking a short break starting today, February 2, through Thursday, February 5, for a little TLC on our space, Decatur!

Apologies for any inconvenience, but we’ll be back & better than ever before you know it yes ✨ Ok Love You See You Soooooooon ❤️

Photos from Chai Pani Decatur's post 01/31/2026

👋 We’re open today, Decatur!! ❤️ Come hang with us before we take a short break this coming week for a little space refresh ✨ Rumor has it you may get a sneak peek if you stop in this weekend 🫣

We’ll be closed February 2 - 5, so come get your favorite chaats while you can 🤭 Ok Love You!

01/20/2026

& if you need a drink, Decatur - we’ve got a few new ones for you🍸✨

Tamarind Margarita, Cardamom Old Fashioned, & Olive Oil Martini have officially joined the menu! Plus a new take on our classic East India G&T 🍋‍🟩

For whatever your heart desires 🤲 Love you yes see you soon

11/21/2025

Happy holidays to you & yours, friends! ❤️ Check out our hours for the upcoming holidays below ok 🫶

Wednesday 11/26:
Lunch: 11:30am - 2pm
Dinner: 5pm - 9pm

Thanksgiving: closed

Christmas Eve: 11:30am - 2:30pm

Christmas Day: closed

Open normal hours all other days, come see us then yes! 🐅 Love You 🐅

10/31/2025

Chef Sahar’s Baingan Bharta is on special this weekend 💥🙏 Smoked, last of the season eggplants from simmered with tomatoes, coriander, & garlic. Served with fresh buttered naan and sure to sooth your soul 💕

It’s only here til it’s gone, friends - see y’all tonight!🌼

10/08/2025

💥 It’s that time of year, friends…our annual Diwali Mela is officially happening Tuesday, October 21st! 🪔

Happening from 5-10pm, we’re celebrating the night of lights in classic Chai Pani fashion. A night full of…
🪄 Delicious food & drink specials!
🪄 DJ & Dancing from
🪄 Diwali Photobooth
🪄 Henna, Sparklers, & Glowsticks
🪄 Annual firework spectacular from starting at 8pm!
🪄 & so much more yes 💕

Diwali is the Festival of Lights, celebrated over five days to symbolize the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and to light the way for new beginnings. It’s also our absolute favorite celebration at Chai Pani! 🌟

We hope to see you all there, Decatur ❤️There’s no one else we’d rather celebrate with than you 🫶

Photos from Chai Pani Decatur's post 09/12/2025

You’ve still got time to grab tickets to Supper from the Soil happening next week! 🌿

Hosted by & happening at .quill.superette on Tuesday 9/16, this dinner will feature a delicious celebration of locally grown produce & farm-to-table cuisine. Every ticket sold will go to supporting for their Month of Gratitude!

Our very own is joining the line up, among so many others of the best around Atlanta 💛 Tickets can be bought at the link in our bio ok!

Photos from Chai Pani Decatur's post 07/29/2025

IYKYK 👀 Thanks to & for including us in their recent line up of Best Cheap Eats Around Atlanta 🫶

Our lunch buffet is a world of wonders…it’s crazy what endless butter chicken can do to one’s problems….

Check out the full roundup from Eater via the link in our bio! Full of lots of our faves 🤭 OK See You Soon 💕💕💕

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Address


406 W Ponce De Leon Avenue
Decatur, GA
30030

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9:30pm
Friday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 10pm
Saturday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 10pm
Sunday 11:30am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9:30pm