Tikka Nation Dorking — Restaurant in Mole Valley

Wow! What a discovery!

To be honest we have to walked past Tikka Nation and ignored it as it looks like a cafe on the inside but this evening we were looking for a quick, no fuss meal on our way from the airport.

What a surprise we had in store as the we had not expected to find ourselves in an authentic Indian restaurant with a mixture of great curry options and true Indian street food.

We started with the Chaat Platter for two which was four serving options from the street food Chaat menu. We left it to the waiter to choose which options were best and we were not disappointed! In addition we also ordered the Paneer Tikka Bun which was also delicious.

For the main we split the Goan chicken curry with pilau rice, a small salad and paratha. Again the curry was superb but what really stood out were the paratha!

The paratha had been cooked using butter rather than oil which is common in most restaurants. They were light, very tasty and delicious without any of the oily aftertaste which is common in most Indian restaurants in the UK that we have frequented.

The food is genuinely Indian and for those looking for an authentic taste the. Tikka Nation is the place to go.

Whilst the decor is very basic, the welcome is genuine and friendly.

All in all we had a wonderful meal for a very reasonable price and I would suggest that you overlook the basic decor and enjoy the authentic Indian street food on offer.

We will definitely be going back and consider Tikka Nation to be a great find for a wonderful meal in a friendly...

I had such a fantastic experience at Tikka Nation in Dorking that I felt compelled to leave a review. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting – a perfect blend of modern, vibrant decor with the cozy comfort of a local favorite. What really made the visit stand out was the personal touch from the manager, Nikhil Mehrotra. He was incredibly welcoming and genuinely passionate about the food and the concept behind Tikka Nation. It’s not every day you come across a place where the manager takes the time to ensure every guest feels valued and looked after. The menu itself is refreshingly unique – a creative take on Indian street food, with bold, authentic flavors and thoughtful options for all dietary preferences. Everything I tried was full of flavor, perfectly spiced, and beautifully presented. You can tell there’s real care and craft behind every dish. It’s also worth mentioning how clean and well-kept the place is, with a relaxed vibe that makes it equally great for a quick bite or a more laid-back meal with friends. Tikka Nation has definitely raised the bar for Indian dining in the area. I’ll absolutely be returning – and recommending it to anyone looking for something both delicious...

Couldn't be happier with the experience at Tikka Nation. Very new restaurant and so my partner and I were looking forward to trying it out. Did not disappoint! This isn't your typical Indian place at all. It almost feels like street food as it's quick and simple but oh so delicious! The service was wonderful. We were greeted, seated and had the menus explained to us & got recommended some amazing dishes (not a crumb left on the plates when we were done!) If you're worried about spice - there's of course different options but I found the medium spiciness of my dish still was very pleasant and could eat it no problem! Especially with the lovely rice. Overall this is a very nice and different restaurant: from the interesting dishes that I've never had before, to the beautiful presentation, to the way you order ( go up to the till to order and pay but they do bring the food out to your table). The backdrop is also very Instagrammable for those into that sort of thing... Just saying! Thank you for the great experience, we...