We stunned upon this restaurant on our way to the ice cream shop next door. We smelt it walking by and it smelt sooo good so we were like "hey let's try it". This was our first time trying Indian cuisine & its was excellent! The server Jesse was so helpful, he helped us pick our dish for first timers. Thank you Jesse! We will be coming back for sure :)! read more

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Just ate the best, most savory, creamy, delicious chicken tikka masala of my entire life. I never knew curry could be so flavorful, even after trying a bunch of other spots in San Diego county. The melting ghee on top was a perfect touch. Even the white rice tasted good and helped absorb the curry for each perfect spoonful. The cheesy garlic naan was a mandatory accessory to help scoop the rice and set a piece of chicken covered in curry on top. It was a great way to help clean the tikka masala off the bowl and feel very satisfied. Ticca Tikka's service is also on-point. Jesse helped us tonight and he was very friendly and communicative. We will definitely be back with more family and friends. read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Chicken Tikka masala and cheesy garlic naan - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

Listen, I really wanted to love this place. As someone who spends a lot of time scouting the Oceanside food scene, I'm always on the hunt for a spot that brings good food here. Ticca Tikka nails the presentation, but the palate? Not quite there yet. Walking in, the vibe is decent, but the sensory experience starts with the nose. The highlight of the meal--and arguably the only truly memorable part--is the tandoori presentation. Every tandoori dish comes out on a sizzling cast-iron plate. The aroma is incredible; it fills the room and builds an immediate expectation of a flavor explosion. Unfortunately, the sizzle is a bit of a tease. While the smell is a 10/10, the actual taste falls flat... Across the board, the seasoning was surprisingly timid. For a cuisine known for its depth, these dishes lacked the punch and complexity I was looking for was absent with apparently no layering of spiices. You expect a powerhouse of ginger, garlic, and garam masala, but you're met with something pretty pedestrian. If you're looking for a "safe" entry point to Indian food or just want a cool photo of a steaming plate for the 'gram, this might satisfy. But if you're a spice seeker or a fan of complex curries, it's a bit of a letdown. It's not bad--it's just unremarkable. read more

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We rolled into Ticca Tikka hungry. The second you step inside, it's got that warm, cozy energy: great decor, soft lighting, the kind of place that makes you stop scrolling in your brain for a minute. Our server was the nicest we've ever had. Not "scripted hospitality" nice--like genuinely kind and polite in a way that makes you feel like you accidentally walked into your new favorite spot. The vegetable pakora hit the table crispy and perfect, but the real moment was this mystery seasoning sprinkled over it. No clue what it was, but it had this bold, addictive flavor that made us keep going back like, "Okay ONE more." The cheesy garlic naan, which is basically a guaranteed good decision because you can't go wrong with garlic and cheese... was warm, buttery, stuffed, and very much the kind of thing you protect with your life once it's on the table. The chicken tikka taco was the surprise MVP. Chicken tikka wrapped up in a cheesy naan situation, topped with cabbage and cilantro for crunch and freshness--so good you'll forget to chew politely. The only warning: it comes out mouth-melting hot, like "burn your soul a little" hot. Let it cool for a minute unless you're trying to lose your taste buds. Dessert sealed it. The gulab jamun tasted like it had been soaking in syrup for hours (as it should), soft and rich and basically pure comfort. And because you can't eat Indian food without ending the night the right way, we grabbed a mango lassi to-go--the perfect sweet, creamy finisher for the ride home. TL/DR: cozy spot, unreal service, and every bite hit. Ticca Tikka is absolutely worth a stop. Save this place, go hungry, and don't pretend you're "just getting one thing." Happy Eating Yelpers! read more

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Honestly, didn't know I would like Indian food. It was like Mexican food but with different spices? Lentils instead of beans, naan instead of tortillas. Freakin delicious. Vibe is classy and clean. Family owned. Right in downtown on Mission. Free street parking. Been here a few times now. Highly recommend the Ticca Taco. It's huge! read more

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So glad to see another Indian restaurant in Oceanside. Very tasteful atmosphere. Staff was very helpful and friendly. It was late afternoon on a Saturday. We stopped in just to look at the menu but decided to try the cheesy garlic naan $7.49, Mango Lassi $5.99, and my favorite Masala Chai $4.99. Everything was delicious. It is a family owned business and they have another store in Temecula. I am visiting right now so I have no more time to go fora full meal but I will be back in November and look forward to trying it out. In the meantime, I am telling my family and friends all about so they can stop in. By the way, we know the Mayor and she loved it and it was one of the reasons we stopped in because of her recommendation. See you in November. read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Chai tea - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Come hungry cause it's a lot of food! I tried some new dishes and everything was just so good. The waiter was really helpful with our dietary restrictions like being gluten and dairy free and also allergic to nuts. He was very accommodating and explained things well. The inside is nice and decorated well. I've been to some Indian food places that really need a good interior vibe and was so pleasantly surprised to see that the booths were nice, cute wallpaper and chandeliers. Lots of seating. We could've used a water refill, but that's pretty minor overall, would definitely come back. Prices were also reasonable. Thumbs up for me! read more

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Hands down the best Indian food I've had in California so far. The aloo mattar was absolutely excellent! Perfectly seasoned and full of flavor. I also had the nimbu pani, which was so refreshing and the perfect complement to the meal. Everything tasted fresh and made with real care, and you can tell the kitchen takes pride in what they put out. What really set this experience apart was the staff. I have multiple food allergies and dietary restrictions, and they were so friendly and genuinely helpful in walking me through the menu to find what was safe for me. That kind of attentiveness makes such a difference and honestly made me feel welcome. If you're in the Oceanside area and love Indian food or if you're someone who needs a little extra help navigating a menu definitely give Ticca Tikka a visit. You won't be disappointed!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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We were greeted as soon as we walked in the door and told to sit wherever we pleased. Menus were brought over shortly after; they unfortunately only offer soft drinks but have amazing food options. The restaurant was beautifully decorated, and we absolutely loved the dishes they used to serve our food. My husband ordered the butter chicken, and I enjoyed the tikka masala. We both shared the garlic naan and agreed this was one of the best Indian places in Oceanside. The sauces were rich, and the naan was cooked perfectly, and the service was wonderful. read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

I am writing this review as I am meeting the food. It is so good. Ordered a spicy bird, chicken, medium butter, chicken and kids tikka masala, but all of them are so good. I love Indian food, had many before.. and would rate this place the best Indian food I've ever had in my life!!!!! read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Butter Chicken, tikka masala, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan and Chicken Tender & Fries - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

Butter Chicken ($19.99) - This lunch special was such a good deal! It came with the entree, rice, naan, salad and lentils. I loved the flavor of the Butter Chicken, which balanced sweet, spicy, and savory so well. I'll be back to try more dishes! read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Butter Chicken - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

Went with friends, everyone got something different and it was very good! Portions are large hubby, and I could've shared. Ended up taking it home and making some poached eggs for breakfast with the leftovers. Highly recommend read more

Hanging out with my son for a pre-Mother's Day celebration. It's our 1st time at this place. The food was amazing! The service was great and the establishment was clean. This is our new favorite Indian cuisine restaurant. read more

We truly enjoyed the service, beautiful ambiance & delicious Lunch Specials. We will definitely return when back in Oceanside. read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Chicken Tikka Masala Lunch Special - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

Another quality Indian restaurant to explore! For those who remember the dreary days when the closest option was all the way in Carlsbad. Service and food were all on point considering it was opening day, seems like they really have it together. Lamb roganjosh was delicious, well-spiced. Somewhat expensive but a large generous portion. Although it looks a little small in my pic, the bowl is deep. The entree doesn't include naan which increases your cost a little bit if you want the full Indian food experience. My naan was a flakier, crispy style, very tasty. Medium spicy was really hot, would probably be a high at most places. Consider aiming low if you're heat sensitive. Coming in at over $30 after tip, probably more of a date night or special occasion splurge for my budget, but a great option for those! read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Lamb roganjosh and butter naan - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

We decided to give this place a try but it was a disappointment. Chicken Tikka Masala was far too tomato-ey, appetizer sampler dish was over-fried and felt like it had been refried or reheated multiple times and the naan was also fried to a crisp to the point that it was more like eating a very crispy tortilla. Not to mention the portions were small even though the price points were higher or comparable to other Indian restaurants in the area. I didn't even finish any of my food. Tandoori Guys on south coast highway is way fresher and you get more for your money with most dishes. read more

Went there for the first time, been trying to find a good local Indian restaurant. The restaurant has such a nice ambience, with paintings and nice chairs. Very clean. Jesse checked us in and was super helpful and nice. The food was excellent!! It tasted like somebody made it at home, so tasty. He told me that his sister is the cook, is family owned and I love to support local businesses. I would so recommend this restaurant without a doubt. And will definitely go back. read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Samosa - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

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I recently visited a lovely new restaurant in downtown Oceanside, and I have to say it really impressed me. I was a bit skeptical at first, but the moment I stepped inside, I was pleasantly surprised. The space has just been beautifully renovated & everything shines fresh and new. It's the kind of place where you immediately feel like you're in for something special. I decided to try their lamb biryani, which came with a bowl of raita, a serving of daal mahni, and a small, crisp salad. The biryani itself was excellent - aromatic & perfectly spiced. I enjoyed it so much that I had to order some to-go for my family, and my son loved it as much as I did. For dessert, I had chai paired with gulab jamun. The chai was perfectly spiced and unsweetened, exactly how I like it. Speaking of the staff, they were exceptionally warm, courteous, and attentive, making the whole experience feel welcoming and personal. With its combination of delicious food, friendly service, and inviting atmosphere, I'm confident it will quickly become a favorite in town. Hats off to the team. Keep up the amazing work! Thank you, Jessie! read more

Exceptional Indian cuisine, wonderful brilliant flavors. The staff were super friendly and provided great service. Our new go to for Indian food when we're in the area. read more

Excellent and personable service, and great food presentation. Definitely will be back! read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Butter Chicken, Rice - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

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This place is so, so good. It is beautifully decorated, the staff is attentive and kind, and most importantly, the food is phenomenal! I come from an area on the East Coast with a lot of fabulous Indian food and have tried a lot of highly rated Indian restaurants in Oceanside/Carlsbad/Encinitas and they were not good all! This place is the real deal! read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - This is paneer tikka masala and shahi paneer. We also had the onion bhaji (not pictured) but very good. - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

This honestly is one of the best food's that has entered my mouth, everything was packed with flavor twas delectable it made my toes curl 10/10 no notes even the service was fast nice and handsome read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Kids Chicken Tikka Masala - 1 order of samosa - Cheesy Naan wIgarlic - butter chicken pasta - garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

The best indian I have had in Oceanside. The only problem is they include a comically small amount of rice with the curry main dishes. It's a real bummer to order ~$100 of takeout for a group and to have it arrive with half of the necessary amount of rice. Rice is cheap, seems like a pointless miss by a restaurant. read more

Excellent food. Asked to keep it mild and they did! Really enjoyed the Chana masala and the nan was well made. Excellent service, and ambiance. read more

Delicious top tier Indian cuisine, excellent and friendly staff as well. Definitely my favorite in Oceanside

What a nice surprise to find this Indian restaurant! My group was walking along the street considering our options when the open door and nearly empty lunchtime seating beckoned. As did the promise of Indian food. The ambiance was lovely, the seats cushiony and soft enough to sink into. Clean and bright at our table by the window. Our server, a young man whose family owned the place, encouraged us to try the lunch special which came with rice, lentils, salad and naan. Menu choices were epic, so many tempting options. For our party of 5 each ordered something different. The place settings were contemporary Indian patterns, mix and match style. Gold plated utensils...a first at a restaurant. The food service was unhurried, a nice change of pace from the usual turn and burn table service. The food was quite tasty. My Malai Kofti was creamy and satisfying with a hint of heat in my mild to medium heat request. With all the additions it was more than enough to eat. And reasonably priced. A table of 5 fed and satisfied for a bit over $100. I would definitely go back! read more

My boyfriend and I just ate dinner here for the first time and I just couldn't wait to rave about it! The atmosphere is so adorable, right in downtown Oceanside, and the people who own this business are sooo friendly and welcoming. On their menu, you find classic Indian food dishes as well as creative and innovative dishes that you won't find anywhere else. We ordered the calamari, butter chicken, and garlic cheesy naan. By far and away, it was the best Indian food around, and the best food that we had in a very long time. This is a must-try! read more

Great new Indian restaurant in the downtown Oside area. Parking may be a little bit difficult if you're not from the area. We would love to food. Selection is great and moderately priced. We will definitely be going back. read more

This was our first time eating here and we really enjoyed the food and service. The food was very authentic and had great flavor. The service was excellent. I would highly recommend Ticca Tikka to anyone. We will be back! read more

We stopped by for an unplanned late dinner. Indian food is one of our favorites and Ticca Tikka is new to Oceanside so we gave it a try. Our waiter, Jesse, was very pleasant and friendly and helped with our menu selections. The menu has a great selection of dishes. Being vegetarian, we were pleased to see so many choices. Our food was beautifully presented and all very delicious! We tried the Malai Kofta, Veg Korma and Aloo Gobi - the Malai Kofta being my favorite. Bring your appetite and enjoy the delicious menu! read more

This place opened recently! Everything was just perfect- food, ambiance and people. Very good food. We are vegetarian and had paneer tikka, saag paneer and kulcha. Highly recommended read more

This place is really great! The ambiance is lovely, the service was fast and friendly and the food was delicious. We had the tikka taco and mango drink. read more

Very accommodating, the food was very delicious. Underrated good for sure. The restaurant itself is very unique. 10/10 would recommend.

I was honestly sad when Curry and More left this location, but I was willing to be open and give this restaurant a try. I noticed that Oceanside's mayor ate at this restaurant and she seemed please about the food, so it was a good enough endorsement to try this new restaurant. It is richly decorated on the walls with Indian memorablia. The server was very friendly and accommodating, asking us if we had any questions on the menu. We chose an order of samosas, which were the best I have ever had. They were crispy, but not greasy and loaded with potato goodness. I had a mango lassi, which was thick and loaded with mango flavor. I tried the Chef's Special, Shahi Coconut Lamb, which was a lamb in a coconut gravy sauce, which had a good amount of lamb and rich, but not overpowering . We also had the Malai Kofta, a vegetarian meatball, which had paneer cheese and vegetables in a rich, reddish pink curry. One must order the garlic naan. which was delicious and golden. The only thing that was just average was the basmati rice. It was a little dry, but adequate. We decided to splurge and share a dessert, the pistachio ice cream, which was made by the server's mother and had to be the most unique, rich pistachio ice cream we have had. We really enjoyed this new restaurant. read more

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Hands down one of the best Punjabi restaurants in town! Highly recommend. Food on point. Service is excellent too. Ambiance was great.

I got the masala fries to go, unfortunately they didn't hit the spot like I had hoped. I was expecting more flavor from the sauces especially since it doesn't come with a protein. For $10, I was looking to be more satisfied. read more

Nice large selection of entrees. We had the chicken tikka masala and vegetable korma. Both were very good. Garlic naan was also tasty. We plan to come here again. read more

Last night we had dinner at Ticca Tikka, the new Indian food place on Mission that replaced Curry and More. You guys! This place was phenomenal. If you like Indian food, you're in for a treat. The first thing we noticed was the ambiance, wall decor richly updated, dishes and silverware were upscale. We ordered Lamb Korma and Chicken Saag, and the dishes were some of the most flavorful Indian food dishes we've ever had! We like spicy and level 6 was exactly as it should have been. We also ordered the Manchurian cauliflower as an appetizer and it was very balanced between sweet, savory and spicy. We had garlic naan and the sweet naan to accompany our main dishes and there were both excellent. The sweet naan was a great reprieve from spicy curry when we needed a palate break. The portions here are generous, and they were not skimpy on the protein at all. My husband and I were very happy with our dinner (and lunch today). Can't wait to go back and try our more dishes. They are a small family run business. We were served by Jesse who is the chef/owner's brother. Please give them a try and welcome them to Oceanside. read more

Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine - Garlic naan and sweet naan - Indian Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Food was amazing and the service was fantastic! We went back 2 days later for take out and it did not disappoint.

Amazing food, service, and ambiance! The biryani and the ras malai were exactly what you'd want and then some!