Chai culture is at the heart of social life in Karachi, and the city’s countless dhabas, or roadside tea stalls, buzz late into the night as friends gather over endless cups of milky, cardamom-spiced tea. From simple wooden benches to trendy modern tea cafes, these spots are where the city talks, debates and relaxes after dark. Sharing a cup of strong doodh patti chai with locals at a bustling dhaba is a quintessential Karachi experience and a warm, authentic window into the everyday evening life of the metropolis.