Yogic Chai Montclair

Montclair, United States

5

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14 reviews

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Telephone:
+1 973-951-1469
Address:
7 Pine St, Montclair, NJ, 07042
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
110 ftBay Street
0.6 miGlen Ridge
0.6 miWalnut Street
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Garage
Bike Parking
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Wi-Fi
No
Good for Working
No

Today

Today 5:00 am – 11:30 am
Closed now
Local time (Montclair) 00:56 Thursday, 29 May 2025

Business hours

Monday 5:00 am – 11:30 am
Tuesday 5:00 am – 11:30 am
Wednesday 5:00 am – 11:30 am
Thursday 5:00 am – 11:30 am
Friday 5:00 am – 11:30 am
Saturday –
Sunday –

Description

Specialties

We specialize in artisanal drinks & support local businesses. We make our own Chai from scratch! We use more artisanal methods of brewing coffee such as Pourovers and Cold brew. 80% of our food items are from local businesses and our coffee beans are roasted & picked weekly from local coffee roasters!

History

Established in 2011.

It all started in 2010 when we were looking for a way to bring our blend of Chai to our local community. We wanted something mobil, interesting looking and easy to move around. Towards the end of 2010 we had our ChaiCycle out on the road. A bicycle trailer attached to a bicycle!

If you remember the winter of 2010, you know it was a tough one. Yet we were out there serving commuters at Walnut station even during snowy days. You could hardly see our face with all the gear we were wearing to stay warm outside. Still it was tough.

In the beginning of 2011 we were offered to take over a location inside the lobby of the Bay St train station. It was a no brainer for us and til this day we are grateful to have had the previous owners finance the purchase to us, otherwise it would not have been possible at the time.

The ChaiCycle still serves the Walnut st train station commuters during the morning rush time of 6 – 8:30am

Meet the Business Owner

Ricardo D.

Business Owner

Also known as The Chai guy, Ricardo moved to Montclair in 2008 after meeting his lovely wife and partner Angela at a Yoga studio he used to own in Warwick, NY.

Ricardo and Angela started Yogic Chai in 2007, after Ricardo had come back from a spiritual trip in India where he became addicted to the brew. Chai in India was nothing like the ‘chai latte’ you would find in the USA. Yes it was sweet, not as sweet, but it had a strong spiced flavor that complemented the milk and black tea based drink.

Upon returning to the USA, Ricardo was not able to find a blend of chai at grocery and specialty stores he was pleased by.

Recognizing there was a lack of real chai in the market place and a demand for such, Ricardo and Angela started Yogic Chai in 2008 as an online business, supplying the demand for authentic blends of Masala Chai nationwide.

In 2010 they won their 1st award for best Chai at the North American Tea Championship and continued to win 1st place for next 2 consecutive years.

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14 reviews of Yogic Chai Montclair

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Place rating: 5
Glen Ridge, NJ
It’s a must stop every morning. Also check them out at the farmers market at Walnut at on Saturdays!
Place rating: 5
Golden, CO
Best coffee in Montclair is where? Bay St train station Monday thru Friday mornings only. These guys are incognito hard-​core coffeefiles. Best cold brew in Montclair comes out of their nitro tap, so when you see it get it, because it’s not always there.
If you have a few extra minutes, the pour-​over is worth the wait.
I’ve also seen a coffee bike at the Walnut St train station in Montclair, which is a lot of the same stuff. I don’t know the details of when they are there though.
Their great coffee and friendly demeanor is the best way to get primed for the concrete jungle.
Place rating: 5
Lincoln Park, NJ
Just found out about this place the other day, and had to try it out this morning. Walked with my boyfriend to the bay station stop before he left for work, and loved the convenience! I was extremely glad that this chai is not like a Starbucks brand. You can actually taste ginger for once! It’s also nice that other breakfast snacks are available, too. Perfect spot for commuters, and a great pick-​me-​up! I can’t wait to be a regular here! :)
Place rating: 5
Montclair, NJ
Ricardo is a master of all things chai and coffee. He only uses the highest quality ingredients in all his creations, and there is no chai that stands above his. Instead of tasting watered down packet mix and sugar (like many of his competitors) his chai stands on its own and tastes like a warm hug of unique spices. The delicate balance of these spices are mastered perfectly. This is a must if you are looking to enjoy a hot drink and a healthy meal to go before jumping on the train. This is a rare example of hand crafted quality drinks in Montclair (it beats many of those in Manhattan too and that is saying something).
Place rating: 5
Caldwell, NJ
Starbucks has nothing on this place. Hands down the best chai and pumpkin spice latte around!
Place rating: 5
Montclair, NJ
Sorry Starbucks, but this is the best coffee in Montclair! I’ve tried their chai, and it’s also very good, but I’m a coffee gal and their coffee is my favorite. They arrive with their «chai cycle» and perch at certain train stations along the MSU NJ Transit train line. Walnut, Bay… I look forward to a cup of their Java every morning.
Place rating: 5
Bedminster Township, NJ
This little shop is fantastic. Ricardo was generous enough to blend some Nicaragua «elephant» beans with Yirgacheffe to make a custom pour-​over coffee for me. A truly delicious blend and I look forward to every time I commute from Bay Street!
Place rating: 5
Montclair, NJ
The extra jolt of energy I get from their amazing coffee makes my commute to NYC more enjoyable. Ricardo offers the best service and coffee in the area I’ve had, bar none. There are also tons of organic treats to pair with the amazing drinks he offers!
Place rating: 5
Montclair, NJ
I love everything about this business, except for the hours of operation…
I’ve been trying to get here before they close for probably over three months, but with my schedule it’s nearly impossible. Anyway, finally the other day I made it, and boy was it worth the wait!
The chai here puts Starbucks and other chair teas I’ve had to shame. It was so perfectly spicy and creamy, but not too heavy and definitely not super sugary. High sugar content is the reason I can’t drink chai lattes from Starbucks anymore – they’re all sugar! You can’t even taste the chai.
There are plenty of yummy looking treats here, which I have yet to try, but I can’t wait to go back and sample some goods and try the espresso! YUM!
Place rating: 5
Mendham, NJ
Delicious coffee and award winning Chai with a good assortments of gourmet breakfast treats. Friendly service by the proprietor. Ricardo and staff.
Place rating: 5
Upper East Side, Manhattan, NY
A cup of delicious iced coffee
every morning, complimented by Ricardo’s genuine and friendly personality makes the commute to Manhattan all the better. My mornings just wouldn’t be the same without starting at this stand at Bay Street
station and it’s as if the waiting room has become a café! Thanks for making my mornings start with a smell and taste of delight!
Place rating: 5
New York, NY
The absolute best. There is no better place to get your variety of coffees and chais than at Ricardo’s stand. Every week he has a better variety of delicious options (hot and iced drinks, bakes goods, gluten free snacks, and a fridge full of organic drinks). Yogic Chai has gained quite the following of regulars grabbing their morning pick me ups. I recommend trying the Iced Almond Latte. Whether for the coffee or the conversation, Yogic Chai is definitely the best place to start your morning. A true Montclair hidden treasure.
Place rating: 5
Montclair, NJ
A treasure. There’s a surprising dearth of good coffee joints in Montclair, but Yogic makes up for it. The Chai is the best I’ve ever tasted. The regular coffee is excellent, and I even prefer the pour-​overs here to Blue Bottle’s in NYC.
Place rating: 5
Montclair, NJ
I have taken the train for years and this spot just gets better and better. So much so, that even though I work from home, I find myself going to the train station in the morning to get a chai tea every so often. Cold brewed coffee, pour over coffee, chai tea, almond milk or soy milk options, yes. Gluten free baked goods, yes on that too. For what is a modest looking cart set up in the lobby of a train station, Riccardo has refined a wonderful menu with a great vibe. I hope to see his business expand to several locations so I don’t have to be the only non commuter sneaking into the train station for a cup of tea!