The little tea stalls along Fatehabad Road near the ITC Mughal serve incredible masala chai that puts the hotel versions to shame. Look for the one with the blue plastic chairs outside - they brew fresh every hour.

Their kulhad chai is ₹15 versus ₹150 at hotel cafes. Opens at 6 AM so perfect for a pre-Taj visit. Don't expect any english or fancy service - just point at the kettle and they'll understand. Similar quality and pricing to the stalls near Agra Fort station, just more convenient if you're staying in this area.