Creative Thai with a unique afternoon tea; good food and value, but service can be slow—especially for tea—so plan extra time.
Café Chili delivers solid neighborhood dining with strong food quality anchored by standout dishes like chu chee duck and pad see ew, plus a genuinely inventive Thai afternoon tea concept. However, quality variation in execution and notably slow tea service pacing prevent grade A territory. The inviting garden setting and loyal following reflect genuine appeal, but operational inconsistency keeps this a reliable neighborhood choice rather than a destination.
One caveat: Service delays and missed steps common during afternoon tea, even when not busy