There are over 1 billion food-loving people living in India, and judging by the typical restaurant serving their cuisine in America, they all eat chicken tikka masala. Chani Pani aims for a little more diversity. Decatur’s newest hot spot has been slammed since day one, serving Indian street food with a little American fusion tossed in. Vegetarians can have a field day with the menu, with options like bhel puri, a delicious mix of puffed rice, flour crisps, chickpea noodles and flavorful chutneys. Meat lovers will find comfort in the Sloppy Jai, a turkey hash sandwich with a punch of spice....
Relative newcomer Chai Pani, is serving up some seriously delicious food; the chicken pakoras (curry, chickpea battered chicken) was really good and at under $10 was a pretty good deal. I would recommend going with a few people and trying several of the small plates.
Absolutely positively the best casual Indian restaurant in the city. Must try the sloppy jai!!
My new favorite place.this is like classic Indian favorites with an American/hipster twist. Order a Lime Ricky to wash all the goodness down.