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    Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine

    4.8 (52 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Veg Pakora
    Eliza H.

    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!

    Butter Naan
    Amanda B.

    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!

    Chai tea
    Karen L.

    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.

    Ray L.

    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!

    Food. Delish!
    Nina R.

    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!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    Anna V.

    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.

    Butter Chicken, tikka masala, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan and Chicken Tender & Fries
    Hyojin K.

    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!!!!!

    Butter Chicken
    Joriene M.

    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!

    Chicken Tikka Masala Lunch Special
    Sylvia G.

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

    Lamb roganjosh and butter naan
    Cole B.

    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!

    Samosa
    Elizabeth T.

    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.

    Butter Chicken, Rice
    Suzie L.

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

    This is paneer tikka masala and shahi paneer. We also had the onion bhaji (not pictured) but very good.
    Lola E.

    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!

    Kids Chicken Tikka Masala - 1 order of samosa - Cheesy Naan wIgarlic - butter chicken pasta - garlic Naan

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

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

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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.

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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.

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

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