# Karak Chaii Reading — Reviews & Opening Hours > Karak Chaii Reading — Indian Restaurant in Reading with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.6/5 from 422 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/reading/restaurants/karak-chaii-reading (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Indian Restaurant # Karak Chaii Reading 254 Oxford Road, Reading [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4919620883693318101&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Karak Chaii Reading](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/102978645278574885094) **In short:** Karak Chaii Reading is an Indian restaurant in Reading, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 422 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Karak Chaii Reading Karak Chaii Reading serves Indian subcontinent-inspired street food alongside all-day breakfast. The menu centres on Karak Chai, a spiced tea, paired with fresh, savoury dishes. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating and is situated on Oxford Road. The restaurant takes bookings and welcomes children and groups. It operates at reasonable prices and is open throughout the day. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Karak Chaii Reading's own website](https://karakchaii.flipdish.menu/?utm_source=GBP.website&utm_medium=GBP&utm_campaign=br13091-website). ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM ## What's nearby - Reading Tandoori next door - Oxford Road Pharmacy next door - Salisbury Road Post Office next door - Cake Box Reading next door - Istanbul Food Centre next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious Karak Chai, a wide variety of fresh and flavorful Indian subcontinent-inspired street food, and all-day breakfast options. They also highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the reasonable prices, offering good value. Guests mention the staff, especially Manisha, are consistently friendly, helpful, and provide quick service. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (422 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Reading Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1827376). [More restaurants in Reading](https://staycation.co.uk/reading/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (422 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](https://karakchaii.flipdish.menu/?utm_source=GBP.website&utm_medium=GBP&utm_campaign=br13091-website) [0118 338 3924](tel:01183383924) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Reading **Plus Code** 9C3XF244+GR ### 🏨 Places to stay near Reading Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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