Our Story

Much to our parents’ chagrin, we have defied what is expected of children of south Asian immigrants. We tried to stay on a straight path. We really did. We got advanced degrees. We got normal jobs. But then we got married in 2016 and collectively took a sharp left turn. Together. We were looking for a house, but then ‘accidentally’ bought an abandoned biker bar and transformed it into an award-winning and well-loved restaurant and community gathering place. We sold that business to an aspiring Michelin starred-chef, and now we think that anything is possible. Guided by a gentle blend of delusion, love, laughter, and fondness for stuff from the old country, we have created Chikka Chikka. Because, why not.