Chaska & Chaii Reviews Summary

Category: Pakistani restaurant Birmingham

Address: 142-144 Ladypool Rd., Sparkbrook, Birmingham B12 8JA, United Kingdom

Phone: +441217534409

Rating: 3.9
based on 227 reviews.

Food Quality

Pros:

  • "The peshwari naan, nihari, and paya was really tasty."
  • "Food is always fresh and tasty and presentation on point."
  • "Their flavorful tawa creations are truly remarkable."
  • "Chicken saag karahi and lamb karahi were delicious."
  • "The aloo paratha was really flaky and well stuffed. The nihari was the best I’ve had from anywhere."
  • "The halwa puri breakfast was one of the tastiest desi breakfasts I've had."
  • "The nihari and paratha were absolutely delicious, providing a delightful burst of flavours."
  • "The best nihari, haleem and aloo paratha on ladypool road, and probably in Birmingham."
  • "The dishes came out hot and extremely tasty, the naan was really soft and tasty."

Cons:

  • "The desi tea didn't taste fresh, seemed like it had been reheated over and over again."
  • "The parathas and Puri's are so thick that I swear they're still raw."
  • "The food is very underwhelming, order the paya for myself not at all sticky."
  • "The food wasn't great, it really lacked in flavour and the portion size for a tawa was quite small."
  • "The halwa portion was disappointing. They overcharged me for things they didn’t even serve."
  • "The food is average. The halwa portion was disappointing."
  • "The food was average. The halwa portion was disappointing."
  • "The food wasn't cooked properly which they did try sorting out but the after effects don't help them."

Service and Staff

Pros:

  • "Staff always go out their way to give exceptional customer service."
  • "Service is prompt and attentive, ensuring a pleasant dining experience."
  • "The waiters were very sweet and tried their best without the support of the young male waiter."
  • "The staff are incredibly friendly and that's not just in the restaurant."

Cons:

  • "The service and wait was absolutely dreadful and the staff were so un-attentive and slow."
  • "Service and wait time is very bad and there is no structure in place."
  • "Service was slow with one person bringing out the food."
  • "The service was very poor asked for water for the children was told twice that only bottled water was available."
  • "The service was TERRIBLE, the waitress swore at my family."
  • "The waiter hardly spoke any English, and when asked for anything, he would acknowledge it and would not bring what was asked."

Ambiance and Atmosphere

Pros:

  • "The decor in the restaurant was beautiful, took some pics."
  • "The atmosphere is also suitable for family and children."
  • "The restaurant's ambiance is cozy, creating a perfect setting for a satisfying meal."
  • "Place was clean and tidy and staff was very welcoming and hospitable."

Cons:

  • "The only saving grace the venue was it was relatively empty."
  • "It's a very spacious place. Chairs and sofas are comfortable. Children seats are also. I am very impressed by their customer service skills, they were down to earth and very professional."
  • "I am thoroughly disappointed with Atmosphere on a Saturday. The place was completely empty, devoid of any atmosphere or liveliness."

Pricing and Value

Pros:

  • "Prices are reasonable for the quality and taste they offer."
  • "Prices were reasonable too."
  • "The prices are a very modest £1 per drink which is well worth it."

Cons:

  • "They overcharged me for things they didn’t even serve. Make sure you ask for individual items price."
  • "The halwa portion was disappointing. They overcharged me for things they didn’t even serve."
  • "The food is average. The halwa portion was disappointing."
  • "The food wasn't cooked properly which they did try sorting out but the after effects don't help them."

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