Restaurants & Bars
Ticka Tikka Indian Cuisine Debuts In Murrieta To Rave Reviews
From the Chicken Tikka Taco to the Masala Fries, this new Murrieta eatery is pushing the boundaries of traditional Indian fare.
MURRIETA, CA — Whether you're looking for an authentic and traditional Saag Paneer or an Indian dish with a Mexican twist — the newly opened Ticca Tikka in Murrieta has it all.
Located at 24530 Village Walk Place, Suite D, this restaurant has quickly become a local favorite since it opened at the start of the year, as evidenced by a slew of recent five-star Yelp reviews.
A handful of food influencers have also posted some drool-inducing videos on Instagram since the joint opened.
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"Which team are you, butter chicken or tikka masala?! I love me some butter chicken," Inamaste.eating posted on Jan. 30. "Both dishes were good and man, I wish I ordered more Garlic Naan. Dipping it with my butter chicken hit the spot. Don’t forget to order a mango lassi!"
Ticca Tikka also quickly received notoriety for its unique Chicken Tikka Taco.
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"It’s a great introduction to Indian food packed with immense buttery flavors that wake up your taste buds. No joke it’s all that in a taco," El_Estache posted on Instagram.
Other reviewers have pointed out the chicken korma, lamb tikka masala, samosas, the butter chicken pasta and the aloo gobi.
"Aloo Gobi was fantastic! Lightly crisped cauliflower that had perfect texture unlike most places where it is served mushy. The garlic naan was awesome! Perfect garlic taste that also offered buttery and flaky in every bite. Chicken Korma was excellent! Smooth buttery taste with such authentic flavor of unique Indian spices," Jo Ann G. wrote on Yelp.
The eatery, with its pop art and golden light fixtures, also offers a vibrant modern twist on traditional Indian decor.
"Bring a friend and experience the rich flavors of India," the eatery posted on Thursday.
Ticca Tikka Indian Cuisine is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is closed on Mondays.
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