# Chaiiwala, Southampton — Reviews & Opening Hours > Chaiiwala — Cafe in Southampton with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.3/5 from 1,355 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/restaurants/chaiiwala (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Cafe # Chaiiwala 180 - 182 Portswood Road, Southampton [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1121188412583373560&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Chaiiwala](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/111806897357711013895) **In short:** Chaiiwala is a cafe in Southampton, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 1,355 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Chaiiwala Chaiiwala serves karak chai alongside fresh food with vegetarian options available. The cafe operates 24 hours and welcomes children and groups. Pricing is reasonable and staff are reported as friendly. Food hygiene standards are good. A five-star rating from the local authority is held. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Chaiiwala's own website](https://www.chaiiwala.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours ## What's nearby - Portswood Library next door - Portswood Piri Piri Rooster next door - Scoops Gelato next door - Boots Pharmacy next door - Sainsbury's 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious karak chai, fresh and flavorful food, and a wide variety of menu options, including vegetarian choices. They also highlight the 24/7 operating hours, reasonable prices, and friendly staff. Some reviews mention the food can be poorly prepared. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (1,355 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Southampton Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1425320). [More restaurants in Southampton](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/restaurants) ★ 4.3 (1,355 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [Visit official website](https://www.chaiiwala.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [023 8251 4177](tel:02382514177) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Southampton **Plus Code** 9C2WWJG5+G8 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Southampton Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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