Tikka Express

Near T2 security, Tikka Express is your quick North Indian stop

Tikka Express sits airside in Terminal T2 and runs through most flight banks, so you can usually grab a meal even on late-evening departures. It’s a basic counter-service setup: order at the till, pay, and wait for your tray number to be called. Expect typical North Indian fast food at airport pricing, with mains often landing in the ₹250–₹450 range depending on your combo and add‑ons.

The menu leans heavily on tikka platters, kebabs, and curry‑plus‑naan combos, all cooked on a quick-service line. You’ll see paneer tikka, chicken tikka, butter chicken, and dal makhani on most boards, plus a couple of rice options like biryani or simple jeera rice. Portions usually work as a full meal, not just a snack, so plan 20–30 minutes if you’re ordering a platter instead of a single wrap or roll.

For a safe bet in T2, go with a chicken tikka or paneer tikka plate, add naan, and skip anything that looks like it has been sitting in a steam pan for too long. If you’re tight on time and boarding is under 30 minutes away, grab a roll or kathi-style wrap; they heat faster than full curries. Expect soft drinks in standard 300–600 ml bottles and small water bottles around the usual airport premium over city prices.

Seating near Tikka Express is shared with nearby outlets in T2, so during peak departures you might have to hover for a table for 5–10 minutes. If your gate is on the far end of T2, factor in a 5–7 minute walk from the restaurant area back to boarding. Lines thin out after the late‑night international bank, so if your flight is past midnight you’ll likely order and sit within minutes.

Practical tip: check your boarding pass and order only if you have at least 25 minutes before gate closing; T2 announcements at CCU often call “final boarding” a good 10 minutes before doors actually shut.