Our Story

Born in Bengaluru, brewed with love across India

Our Founder Beans

A Cup That Changed Everything

It all began with a single cup. In 2010, our founder Rajan Pillai, a coffee planter's son from Coorg, set up a humble stall outside a Bengaluru railway station. His filter coffee — made from beans his family had grown for generations — became an overnight sensation.

Word spread. The stall became a café. The café became a chain. Today, Chai & Brew has 18 outlets across 7 cities in India — from Mumbai to Chennai, Delhi to Kochi. But our soul remains rooted in those Coorg hills.

We are proud to be 100% Indian — sourcing from Indian farms, employing local baristas, and serving beverages that celebrate India's incredible coffee and tea heritage.

18+

Outlets Across India

12K+

Happy Customers Daily

100%

Indian Sourced Beans

15

National Awards

Our Core Values

Sustainability

We are committed to eco-friendly practices — biodegradable packaging, zero food waste, and supporting sustainable farming communities in Coorg and Wayanad.

Community

5% of every cup sold goes to our farmer welfare fund, directly supporting the estate workers who grow our exceptional coffee beans.

Excellence

Every barista at Chai & Brew is SCA-certified and undergoes 120 hours of training before they serve their first cup to a customer.

Awards & Accolades

Best Coffee Shop

India Food Awards 2023

Sustainability Champion

Green Business India 2022

Top Rated Café

Zomato India Awards 2023

Best Employer

F&B Sector – 2022 & 2023