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South Indian restaurant in St Paul's Bay
What should I order at Chai Chawk Malta?
What to order
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Peri Peri Chicken
Mentioned multiple times as superb and flavorful, showcasing authentic Indian spices and Kerala style masalas.
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Butter Chicken
Highlighted for its superb taste, representing classic Indian cuisine done exceptionally well.
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Malabar Fish Curry / Fish Pollichathu
Frequently praised for being delicate, perfectly spiced, and authentically prepared, often wrapped in banana leaf and cooked to perfection, a signature Kerala dish.
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Kappa (Tapioca) and Kappa Biriyani
Noted for perfect spicing and traditional Kerala flavors, offering a unique taste of southern Indian cuisine.
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Fish Mandhi and BBQ Chicken Mandhi
Recommended for their flavorful, authentic preparation and generous portions, providing a rich Kerala dining experience.
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Chicken Cutlets and Meat Roll
Appreciated as flavorful snacks filled with spices and aromatic ingredients, enhancing the overall dining experience.
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Masala Chai / Cardamom Tea
Highly recommended as exceptional and authentic, often described as one of the best versions available in Malta.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 11 PM |
About Chai Chawk Malta
Chai Chawk Malta is a South Indian restaurant in St Paul's Bay, Malta, known for Kerala-style dishes and mandi. Reviewers consistently praise its authentic flavors, especially the Kerala spices, generous portions, and warm hospitality. The menu also gets attention for items like chicken mandhi, cardamom tea, and seafood dishes such as Malabar fish curry. It offers dine-in, delivery, and takeout, with a casual, cozy, and quiet atmosphere.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
Frequently asked
What is Chai Chawk Malta known for?
It is best known for mandi and Kerala-style South Indian food, especially dishes reviewers describe as authentic and well-seasoned. The cardamom tea is also called out as a highlight, and the restaurant gets repeated praise for warm service and generous portions.
What dishes are most recommended at Chai Chawk Malta?
Reviewers most often recommend chicken mandhi, peri peri alfam mandi, kizhiporotta, butter chicken, and Malabar fish curry. Tea and snacks also come up often, especially the cardamom tea, chicken cutlets, and meat roll.
What is the atmosphere like at Chai Chawk Malta?
The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with table service and a setting that works for lunch or dinner. It appears to suit solo diners, groups, and tourists, and reviewers mention friendly staff and a comfortable experience for a relaxed meal.
Is Chai Chawk Malta good value?
Yes, it is priced at €10–15, and reviewers often mention generous portions and satisfying meals for the price. The combination of authentic Kerala flavors, full plates, and good service makes it feel like solid value in St Paul's Bay.
Do you need a reservation at Chai Chawk Malta?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant accepts reservations. That can be useful because it is popular for dinner and gets repeat recommendations from diners looking for authentic South Indian and Kerala food in Malta.
Is parking available at Chai Chawk Malta?
Yes. Free street parking is available.
Is Chai Chawk Malta kid-friendly?
Yes, Chai Chawk Malta is good for kids.
