# Mi Chaii, Ilford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Mi Chaii — Cafe in Ilford with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 3.9/5 from 1,558 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ilford/restaurants/mi-chaii (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # Mi Chaii 125 Ilford Lane, Ilford [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9788302960020098195&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [MI CHAII](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/100758565142241747963) **In short:** Mi Chaii is a cafe in Ilford, rated 3.9 out of 5 from 1,558 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Mi Chaii Mi Chaii serves karak chai and Kashmiri chai alongside desi breakfast dishes including halwa puri. The cafe holds a five-star food hygiene rating and accommodates children and groups, with bookings available. Review opinions vary on food quality and service consistency. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Mi Chaii's own website](https://michaii.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Friday** 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM ## What's nearby - K1 TYRES Ilford next door - P & S Chemist next door - Cake Box Ilford (Ilford Lane) next door - Bee Jees Fashion Ilford next door - B.B Fatima cash & carry Ilford next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Reviewers consistently praise this cafe for its delicious karak chai and Kashmiri chai, along with tasty desi breakfast and halwa puri, all delivered by friendly and efficient staff in a relaxed atmosphere. Other reviews mention the food can be poor quality and service can be unprofessional. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 3.9 / 5 (1,558 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Ilford Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1409083). [More restaurants in Ilford](https://staycation.co.uk/ilford/restaurants) ★ 3.9 (1,558 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](https://michaii.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [020 8215 0448](tel:02082150448) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ilford **Plus Code** 9F32H33F+R2 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Ilford Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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