Ottawa and Barrhaven
Where to eat Bun Maska in Ottawa.
Bun maska is the classic tea-time snack of Mumbai’s old Irani cafes, and Tapri Chai in Barrhaven serves it for $3.49, ready to dunk in chai.
From the Tapri Chai kitchen · November 2026 · 2 min read
Where
Barrhaven, Ottawa
Price
$3.49 CAD
Open
Tue to Sun, 11am to 11pm
Kitchen
100% vegetarian
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What to expect
Our Bun Maska is a soft bun slathered with butter and sweetened cream, best dipped in chai. It is the cheapest thing on the menu, and one of the most popular partners to a hot cup of chai.
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Why it works in Ottawa
In Ottawa, bun maska works because it is familiar and surprising at once: it is just a buttered bun, but dunking it in strong chai is new for many people. It is a good first snack, and the cheapest way to try a classic tapri pairing.
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Before you order
Bun Maska is $3.49 CAD on our menu.
- It is a small, light snack, so many people add a second item.
- Order it with Kadak Chai for the traditional pairing.
- Eat it soon after it arrives, while the bun is soft.
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What to order with it
It exists to be dunked, so order it with a cup of chai.
- Kadak Chai, $4.49
- Kashmiri Chai, $4.99
- Samosas (x2), $4.99
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When it hits the spot
It is a good order when:
- you want a small, sweet, buttery bite with your chai
- you are on a tight budget and want something warm
- you want a classic Mumbai tea-time snack
- you are sharing with someone who wants something simple
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Find us and order
200 Kennevale Dr Unit 104, Barrhaven, Ottawa. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 11pm, closed Mondays. Call (343) 547-8199, or look for us on DoorDash and SkipTheDishes and check which app covers your address.
Questions, answered.
Where can I eat Bun Maska in Ottawa?
Tapri Chai serves it at 200 Kennevale Dr Unit 104, Barrhaven, Ottawa.
How much is Bun Maska at Tapri Chai?
Bun Maska is $3.49 CAD.
How much is bun maska at Tapri Chai?
Bun Maska is $3.49 CAD.
What is the best way to eat bun maska?
Tear a piece and dunk it in hot chai.
Is bun maska sweet?
It is slathered with butter and sweetened cream, so it is mildly sweet and rich.
At Tapri Chai
Taste it for yourself.
Our kitchen in Barrhaven is 100% vegetarian. 200 Kennevale Dr Unit 104, Ottawa. Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 11pm. Closed Mondays.