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    Tikka

    4.5 (36 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Anna N.

    This is a great option to eat out if you are using the Van Ness metro stop! The workers were all very nice and made sure to check in on us and refill our waters. I really liked how there was also a strawberry lassi option because you don't get to see that too much. I also really enjoyed the platter that came with lamb, shrimp, chicken, and lentils! The butter chicken was pretty standard. The mango kulfi was also delicious! I love the blue flower decoration on everything. There was a good amount of seating inside and nice decor.

    Shrimp Coconut Curry
    Maria L.

    Great new addition to the neighborhood! It's a lovely spot with beautiful decor. Check out the bar! We had great service-- so many people checking in on us! We had samosas, a spicy mango margarita, cheese naan, garlic naan, shrimp curry and chicken tikka. All of our items were tasty! Definitely want to come back and try more!

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    Christopher P.

    Really enjoyed my experience for lunch. The Thali is a great bet if you want to get a variety of tastes. The Naan bread was delicious. Look forward to getting back.

    Vegetable Momo
    Russell J.

    We had an EXCELLENT experience here! Stopped in on a Friday for thali plates for lunch. The place is well appointed. The thali was flavorful and delicious; just the right amount for a lunch serving. Hopefully the place has staying power, because we need a good Indian spot in Van Ness!

    Thali lunch special (the orange is a reflection of their Grand Opening sign)
    Elizabeth B.

    How great to discover Tikka, just a few weeks after it opened. You know you're in for a treat as soon as you walk in - the aromas of Indian spices smell delicious. Restaurants in this location seem to turn over fairly regularly, and I hope the neighborhood and those from other neighborhoods like myself support it heartily so we can enjoy their cooking and hospitality for years to come. I went with two friends for lunch, we were all impressed. We all loved the vegetarian thali, a lunch special. There's also a meat option. One friend commented that it was similar to a meal she got at Rasika for over double the price. Everything was great - the food, the attentive service, the ambience. You can tell that everything has been done with care. I'm looking forward to going again next week.

    Chicken and lamb thali
    Michelle D.

    Tikka is a new Indian/Nepalese restaurant in the Van Ness neighborhood. The service was great, and the food was the best Indian food I've had in D.C. I came for lunch and ordered the thali plate, which came with butter chicken, lamb, saag paneer, chana masala, salad, bread, rice, and a dessert (you can also get a vegetarian thali plate). In my opinion it's a generous portion for $20-$22. It's definitely enough for two meals. I also ordered a mango lassi. The mango lassi and butter chicken were some of the best ones I've ever had. I will definitely be back!

    Masala Tea

    The host at Tikka is wonderful; very good customer service. The food is delicious and great for the price.

    Paan drink
    Tanvi M.

    Just went here recently with a few friends and as South Asians, we thought it was delicious! The food wasn't too creamy, heavy, or modern. It had all the Indian staples and great drinks. The service was good and checked in often. The space is beautiful, well lit and decorated. I would definitely come back!

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    Good addition to the neighborhood. The food is good. The service was fine. Not too loud, decent decor. I'd go back.

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    We both got the lunch thalis. Food and service were great. I definitely want to go again

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    Delicious food, attentive service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We're so lucky to have a new spot like this in the neighborhood!

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    The food was delicious and super reasonably priced. The service was great. Will definitely go back!

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    1 year ago

    The food was phenomenal!! Service was exceptional and ambiance was amazing. Definitely recommend! Neighborhood fav

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    Everything we tried was delightful. Thrilled to have excellent Indian (and momos!) in the neighborhood.

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