Cafe Nimrah, Charminar, Hyderabad
Whether it's 6am or 11pm, if you see a bustling chai shop near Charminar, it's Nimrah. Irani chai, tai biscuit, fine biscuit, and bun malai maska, all with a view of the Charminar.
While you are roaming around Hyderabad, you will surely find yourself at Charminar.
If you get tired of roaming, eating, and shopping, you'll want a cup of chai.
Whether it is 6am in the morning or 11pm at night, if you see a chai shop that's bustling, it's Nimrah. Look for a guy running around in a Nimrah uniform. He'll cut through the crowd and bring you whatever you want.
Cafe Nimrah bakery at Charminar, Hyderabad, with the evening crowd spilling onto the street
The Bakery
They have fresh bakery items. They're popular for their biscuits (I really like the osmania biscuits here), but I specifically like the bun malai maska. You can also get two things that are specific to Hyderabad: the tai biscuit and the fine biscuit.
The bakery counter at Cafe Nimrah: osmania biscuits, fine biscuits, tai biscuits, and bun maska on display
The fine biscuit from Nimrah is crispier than the one you get at Cafe Niloufer. And the tai biscuit is way fresher than at most places.
A plate of tea-time biscuits at Cafe Nimrah with Hyderabadi irani chai in a white ceramic cup
The Chai
The chai is also super good, stronger than the one at Niloufer, but nevertheless very tasty.
Looking towards the Charminar from Cafe Nimrah: one of the most iconic spots to have chai in India
Sip your chai and admire the majestic Charminar.
Part of the Iconic Chai Stops of India series.
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