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Saffron

4.2
(995 reviews)

Business Details

(650) 593-4269
https://thesaffronrestaurant.com

About

Indian Restaurant

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

Saffron
1143 San Carlos Ave, San Carlos, CA
94070, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
995 reviews
5 stars
543
4 stars
275
3 stars
87
2 stars
37
1 star
53

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Overall, customers praised the food for its flavor and presentation, with many highlighting specific dishes like butter chicken and lamb curry as exceptional.

Service

The service received mixed reviews; while many found the staff friendly and attentive, some noted instances of slow service and lack of warmth.

Ambiance

The restaurant's ambiance was frequently described as cozy and inviting, contributing positively to the dining experience.

Pricing

Several reviews mentioned that the prices are on the higher side, with some customers feeling that the portion sizes did not justify the cost.

Consistency

There were concerns about inconsistency in food quality over time, with some long-time customers noting a decline in standards.
  • GC
    Geetanjali Chugh
    4 days ago
    5.0
    Delicious, high-quality Indian food that preserves the authentic flavors of North Indian cuisine without overwhelming heat. The dishes are well balanced and thoughtfully prepared. I tried the brunch thali which was generous, good variety of dishes, and very filling. The chaat starters were excellent, and the biryani is a must-order! deeply flavorful and aromatic. Haven’t tasted such a delicious biryani in a long time. Easily one of the better-quality Indian restaurants in this area. The ambiance is clean, spacious, and comfortable, with outdoor seating available. Service is polite and friendly. Overall, very good value for money.
  • MO
    Martha OBrien
    Feb 20, 2026
    5.0
    This was my second time at Saffron restaurant. The first visit the food (the flavors) were excellent. The second visit out did the first, The food is obviously true Indian cuisine. I am looking forward to my next visit.
  • PS
    Praveen Swadi
    Feb 14, 2026
    5.0
    This is one of my favorite north indian restaurants. It has never disappointed us in our several visits. Today's was no exception. The service is friendly and professional, always with a smile. Ambience is great. Love the photos they have up on the walls. The place is not huge, but the way seating is setup it doesn't seem too cramped. Food was awesome, as usual. The Guava, Ginger, Lemon with fizz, aptly named Amrit, was not too sweet and tasty. Pooris have kasoori methi, which is a great idea and we will try it at home too. Halwa was "rich", as it is made in Ghee and yummy. Chole were perfectly cooked in Chana Masala, with spices thoroughly soaked in. Lehsuni Saag Paneer had ample, but not overpowering garlic. Best part was it was spicy and hot just with that garlic tadka. Chef could have been generous with paneer. :-p because the fresh paneer was in demand on the table. And the bread basket? Laccha paratha was awesome, and so was the garlic naan - which we loved eating as it is.
  • JC
    Joy Chugh
    Feb 6, 2026
    5.0
    Every single item I ordered was beyond delicious. The butter ODS- Butter Chicken has the smoky tandoor flavor and is reminiscent of how it would taste in an upscale establishment in New Delhi. It's not overly greasy or sweet. Perfect balance of all the flavors. The Tandoori Chicken is charred outside but succulent and juicy inside. It is not overly spicy where that's the only flavor you taste. Extremely well made. The Channa Masala tastes like what you will find at an any famous Channa Bhatura place in North India without the excessive spice and grease. Even the raita was extremely declicous. I've never had raita like that. It almost tastes like Dahi Bhalle without the bhalle. The food is perfectly balanced in every way and authentic. I’m lucky to have this as an option. I saw some people complain about the quantity and price, I would just like to say that the quality of the food and ingredients more than justifies the price. Big respect to the staff for their hard work and talent. You took me down the memory lane.
  • HH
    Harshika
    Jan 29, 2026
    4.0
    Cozy ambience, serving staff is very polite and checked in our meal often. Situated right by the San Carlos, parking in front of the restaurant might be difficult but there's enough parking around the block. Coming to food - food is uniquely presented. Chaat was beautifully presented on a papad with microgreens and butterfly cutout, but chana jor garam in the chaat was a little soggy. Latte art on the malai kofta was great, and it tasted very rich. Kulfi also tasted good!

Frequently Asked Questions About Saffron

What are the regular operating hours for dining in at Saffron?

Saffron is open for dining Monday through Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and again from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Does Saffron offer delivery and takeout services?

Yes, Saffron provides both delivery and in-store pickup services.

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