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Tikka House
Indian Spices, Kabobs, and Fresh Wraps in Kansas City’s City Market
Business Overview
Tikka House is an Indian market and café located in Kansas City’s Historic City Market, known for its flavorful kabobs, wraps, samosas, and spice-filled dishes inspired by traditional Indian cooking. The shop combines a casual restaurant with a specialty spice market, offering customers both freshly prepared meals and a wide selection of spices and seasonings to take home.
Visitors often stop by Tikka House to enjoy quick, flavorful meals such as curry dishes, tikka wraps, and stuffed pita pockets while also exploring the shop’s impressive spice selection. With hundreds of spices and blends available, the store has become a favorite destination for cooks, food lovers, and visitors exploring the City Market.
Our Story
Tikka House has long been a staple in the City Market community, bringing together traditional Indian flavors, specialty spices, and casual dining in one unique location. The business was created to share authentic Eastern seasonings and cooking traditions with Kansas City residents and visitors alike.
Over time, the shop grew into both a café and a spice market, offering a space where customers can enjoy freshly prepared meals while discovering new ingredients and spice blends to use in their own kitchens.
Indian Cuisine and Fresh Meals
Tikka House serves a variety of Indian-inspired dishes made with bold spices and traditional cooking techniques. Popular menu items include:
- Chicken and lamb kabobs
- Curry dishes
- Samosas and appetizers
- Stuffed pita pockets
- Fresh wraps with rice and salad
These dishes are known for their vibrant spices and comforting flavors, making them a popular lunch stop for visitors exploring the City Market.
Vegetarian and Vegan Options
Many of the menu items at Tikka House are vegetarian-friendly or vegan, offering flavorful plant-based options alongside traditional meat dishes. Vegetable curries and spiced wraps are especially popular among customers looking for lighter or plant-based meals.
The restaurant’s diverse menu makes it easy for groups with different dietary preferences to find something they enjoy.
A Unique Spice Market
One of the most distinctive features of Tikka House is its large spice market, offering more than 800 fresh exotic spices and seasonings. Customers can browse shelves and bins filled with spice blends designed for cooking everything from grilled meats to vegetables, seafood, and baked dishes.
Many visitors enjoy exploring the shop’s spice selection, discovering new flavors, and experimenting with different seasonings for home cooking.
Takeout, Catering, and Wholesale
Tikka House offers takeout meals, catering services, and wholesale spice options. Customers can also purchase spices and specialty items for shipping, making it possible to enjoy the shop’s signature blends even when visiting from out of town.
These options make Tikka House a popular stop for both quick meals and specialty grocery shopping.
Who Will Love Tikka House
- Food lovers exploring international flavors
- Home cooks searching for unique spices
- Visitors looking for quick and flavorful meals
- Vegetarians and vegans seeking flavorful options
- Anyone exploring the Historic City Market
Located in Kansas City’s Historic City Market
Tikka House is located at 411 Main Street in Kansas City’s River Market district, just steps from the Historic City Market and its popular farmers market.
The area is known for its restaurants, international food markets, and specialty shops, making Tikka House a natural fit within this vibrant food-focused neighborhood.
Phone:
(816) 842-7232
Hours
Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Closed Monday
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