₹780 Poha, ₹1,512 Tea? ‘Bihari Chaiwala’ in Los Angeles Leaves Internet Shocked | Viral Video
A viral video has taken over the Internet, showing a culinary innovation on the streets in Los Angeles. Prabhakar Prasad is a Bihar-born vendor who has caught the eye of users on social media for his prices. Prasad, locally known as “Bihari Chaiwala” is a vendor who sells a cup of tea at $8.65 ($782, approximately Rs. 782) for a price of $16.80 ($1512, approximately Rs. 1,512).
The social media sites are a great place to find entertainment, as they have a wealth of content at your fingertips. This viral video featuring Prasad’s menu became the subject of much discussion recently. Street food is known to be affordable in India, but this video shows the price difference when it travels overseas. Many netizens were stunned by the prices, but others praised the vendor’s efforts to bring authentic tastes to the US West Coast.
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Prabhakar Prasad is a sensation in Los Angeles, not only for his high prices but also for his unique persona. Some locals affectionately refer to him with long hair and a mustache as “the Jesus Christ of Los Angeles”. Despite his physical distance from his friends and family in Bihar, the viral video shows how he keeps his Bihari roots by fluently speaking Hindi to his patrons and giving excellent and warm service to customers. His Instagram page, @chaiguy_la, is a place where he documents his everyday life and his interactions with his community.
A Bihari vendor in Los Angeles charges Rs 782 for tea and Rs 1512 for Poha.
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His tea and poha are in high demand.pic.twitter.com/hChY3NzU3l
A representative commented on the surge of online attention, saying, “A Bihar-born vendor gained social media recognition due to his unique twist on traditional Indian Breakfasts.” The uniqueness refers to both the authenticity he maintains and the premium positioning he gives to what would usually be considered modest street food.
This viral video has sparked a broader conversation on the importance of nostalgia and how expensive it is to live in large American cities. The Indian diaspora living in Los Angeles may find the price to be worth it for the taste of home, served by someone with whom they share a common language and culture. The viral video has continued to spread on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter. Prasad’s stall is now a popular destination for locals, food bloggers and anyone curious to know what all the fuss is about.
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Bihari Chaiwala, a Los Angeles street food business founded by Prabhakar Prasad. The stall is dedicated to bringing authentic Bihar taste to America. It specializes in Indian breakfasts like poha and chai. Prasad’s unique style and dedication to his culture roots will help him create a space for food and community.
