$5. Chai

Simple. Fast. Quality.

Place Priority Pickup Play Pour Game

Ginger • Warm • Spicy
Balances sweetness & cream
Great for winter blends
Perfect with black tea

Drive‑thru Menu

We sell one thing on purpose — to keep it fast, consistent, and ridiculously good every time.

$5 Chai — The Only Thing We Sell

Chai Tea — served Regular, Without Sugar, or Spicy. That's it. One perfect product for maximum consistency.

Flat $5 — tax included.
Same recipe, brewed fresh all day.
Order from your car, keep the line moving fast.

Our Story

How $5 Chai started

A single realization on a trip through India turned into a focused mission: make real chai easy and affordable for everyone.

Standard Chai started with a simple realization on a trip through India: that the incredible taste of chai from those local chai wallahs wasn't something you could easily find back home. And that struck a chord with me: why wasn't this delicious, soul-warming drink as accessible and convenient for everyone else?

So, I decided to change that. Standard Chai is all about making that authentic chai experience super accessible. We do that by focusing on affordability without ever sacrificing the quality or the freshness. It's one single, perfectly crafted chai for just five dollars, made to bring that same vibe I fell in love with into everyone's daily routine.

In other words, we figured out how to make this amazing chai mainstream—quick, fresh, and truly reminiscent of those Indian roots. It's not just about bringing a great drink to the table; it's about making sure that anyone can enjoy it easily and affordably. And that's really the heart of our story—chai that's as welcoming and accessible as it is delicious.

Membership Plans

Pick your Chai

All plans include member lane priority pickup and easy phone‑number ID at the window.

General rules (all plans)

Max 12 chais per drive‑thru order
$5 add‑ons for extras in the same visit

Need more than 12? Choose Chai Provider or .

How it works

1. Click a plan card
2. Confirm details & payment
3. Use your phone number at pickup — done

Payment: Apple Pay, Venmo, Cash App, Credit Card, Cash, or Crypto (beta).

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about $5 Chai

Everything you need to know about the chai, drive‑thru, and memberships — in one place.

Chai & Drive‑thru

Questions about our Standard Chai

Secret recipe?: Yes. The recipe stays private — but it's brewed fresh with real herbs and ingredients every day.
Iced or non-dairy?: We keep it authentic: hot chai made with whole milk. That focus keeps quality high and service fast.
Anything besides chai?: Nope. One drink, one focus — perfection in a cup.
$5 — really?: Really. It's a flat $5. We've taken care of tax and the rest.
Why only one option?: Focus = quality. Doing one thing right means it's always consistent, fast, and delicious.
How many can I order at once?: Drive-thru max is 12 chais per order. Need more? Choose Chai Provider, buy in bulk (100+), or place a Priority Pickup (always scheduled 1+ hour ahead).

Member FAQ

How memberships work, what they include, and how to manage yours.

How do memberships work?: Pick a plan and confirm your phone number. Your phone becomes your member ID and payment key.
Can I pause my membership?: No pauses. You can cancel anytime.
How do I cancel?: Open Cancel Membership, enter your name, phone, and a reason (or choose Other), then submit. We'll confirm by text.
Member perks?: Priority pickup lane, predictable spend, and free chais depending on plan.

$5. Chai

One $5 chai. Three ways.