Indian street food · South Slope, Asheville

Chai Pani

Chai Pani: Indian street food in South Slope, Asheville. Order: Chaat, pakoras, the sloppy jai and uttapam.

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What to order

Chaat, pakoras, the sloppy jai and uttapam

Chaat, pakoras, sloppy jai

Why go

The owners of Chai Pani and Botiwalla were finalists in 2026; Chai Pani won Outstanding Restaurant in 2022.

Moved from Battery Park Ave to the former Buxton Hall space; owners were 2026 James Beard finalists for Outstanding Restaurateur.

Address
32 Banks Ave, Asheville
Neighborhood
South Slope
Price
$$
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Researched November 7, 2026 from the sources linked above. Places change; confirm hours and reservations before you go.

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