We are one of the halal restaurants in Nottingham bringing traditional Indian dishes and modern flavours together, serving food that’s inspired by the streets while still honouring tradition. Our menu takes influence from the bustling markets and roadside stalls of India, Pakistan, and the Middle East, combining energy and flavours, and serving with pride. These flavours are what originally inspired us because they tell a story. A story of culture, family, and comfort that reminds us of home, of travels; of the kind of meals that stay with you long after the last bite.

We created Karak Chaii to bring that story to life here in the UK, and now, we’re proud to bring it to Nottingham. Our fully halal menu features everything from spicy chaat to slow brewed Karak Chaii, rich daal to fusion breakfast favourites, all designed to capture the spirit of desi street food.

No other Nottingham halal restaurants do it quite like we do. Our fully halal menu is inspired by the street food stalls of Mumbai and Lahore, fused with the warmth of home-style cooking and a few modern twists to keep things fresh. From hearty masala-infused breakfasts to crispy street snacks, slow cooked curries to creamy desserts in a glass, our menu brings flavour, comfort, and culture to every table.

For the perfect start to every morning, our English Nashta is a plate of traditional English favourites that meet desi heat. Think chicken sausages, delicious lamb bacon rashers, spiced aloo tikki, a masala omelette, and buttery toast, all brought together with a side of hearty masala beans. Another favourite is our Desi Shakshuka, cooked in a rich masala tomato base with egg, cheese, and herbs, for an all day favourite that is warm, filling, and full of flavour. Then, the other half of our menu is where we turn up the heat with plenty of street food favourites and some English-inspired additions. Our Punjabi Samosa Burger is a popular classic - crispy samosa, spicy chutneys, fresh veg, and a soft bun. The Karachi Bun Kebab is another beloved favourite of juicy mutton, masala omelette, onions, and green chutney, all in a toasted bun so you can mop up every bit of flavour. Then for a few more classics, enjoy traditional Biriyani, our juicy Butter Chicken Roll and delicate Gol Goppe.

While we are most certainly known for our incredible food, we are of course named after our signature Karak Chaii: the one that started it all. Our Karak Chaii is strong, creamy, and perfectly spiced, brewed low and slow for a deep, rich flavour that brings you straight to the streets of South Asia. It’s authentic, comforting, and utterly unforgettable. For something a little sweeter still, the Maple Magic and Cinnamon Spice Delight is our classic chaii with a smooth maple twist or a warming kick of cinnamon.

Should you need to cool down instead our Iced Peach Chaii is crisp, juicy, and bursting with fresh peach flavour for the perfect chilled take on a classic chaii. For something without our signature chaii, grab a light and tasty Guava or Mango Cooler with popping bubbles for a playful burst of flavour that quenches your thirst and excites your palate. And if you're in the mood for something traditional but don’t fancy a chaii, our Limbu Paani is a bright Indian lemonade that delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and citrus to help cool you down after dinner.

One of Nottingham’s favourite halal restaurants, you'll find us at 137 Radford Road, in the heart of an incredibly lively and connected part of the city. We’re just a short distance from Nottingham Trent University and close to the Hyson Green and Forest Fields areas. Whether you're a local, a student, or just passing through, pop in and join us for a feast of flavour and enjoy some chaii, chaat, and everything in between.