My friend and I recently had a girls night and decided to come here for dinner. We shared several dishes. Our meal was incredible! The Daal Makhni and garlic naan were my favorite. We shared the cotton candy tree, the chocolate mousse was to die for! The space is cozy, nicely decorated and dimly lit. Our server was friendly and attentive. The restaurant is BOYB. I'm looking forward to my next visit! read more

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The main attraction that made me travel far to try this place is the kulfi sampler. Overall, I would say it was fun trying the different flavors but our favorite ones were rose and pistachio. The cardamom one was heavy on the spice flavor for my liking. The presentation was fun with the smoke and opportunity to try all the flavors makes it worth getting. I would say the ambiance is made to seem like its for insta worthy spot. It's modern but not fully upscale. However, I did appreciate the plate change between appetizer and entree. The staff was friendly and assisted with providing suggestions on what is popular. They were tentative on checking in once we were ready to order. The portion size is smaller here. We ordered 3 appetizer, one curry, and naan. Rice was complimentary if I remember correctly. For appetizer we ordered the modern twist items from the menu which included the burrata chaat, tandoori momo, and chicken katsu bao buns. We weren't the biggest fan of tandoori momo and they were tad cold. But the burrata chaat was different and good along with the chicken katsu which was flavorful. However, we wish there was a little more spicy aioli for the bao buns or a side of it to dip for the parts that get a little dry without it. Definitely recommend those two if you're debating on what to order. For the entree we got the famous butter chicken as we were told that is what they are known for and it was mediocre so I would definitely try something else. The garlic naan was classic and flakey. This place is byob and in the complex in the back there is a liquor store incase you want to grab something before. You can make reservation online. read more

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I truly enjoyed the food at Saffron and am excited to return. Many Indian places in the area can be questionable but Saffron makes for a great meal with great vibes as well. I finally tried this restaurant during restaurant week and was able to have a few different courses. The paneer roll was good, but I would probably try something else on the menu when I return since they had many intriguing options. I liked the gulab jamun as well as the gobi. Would definitely come here for a brunch or nice dinner again and try new items! read more

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I feel like upscale Indian room with a modern twist and this is absolutely your vibe! From the chandeliers to the amazing artwork, it is easy to see why this place is widely talked about. It is a BYOB, but the food is truly incredible! Simple yet elegant traditional Indian Fair such as garlic naan & butter, chicken. There was also some phenomenal burrata chaat. I must insist you get the New Zealand lamb cooked on a stone! But the dessert is really to die, for I was scraping my dish for the last bite of chocolate! read more

Saffron Modern Indian Dining - Saffron Butter Chicken - Indian Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

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Authentic Indian cuisine is on the menu at Saffron, the new restaurant at the site of the former Front Street Trattoria in Red Bank. Enjoy the authentic taste and variance of Indian cuisine at Saffron Red Bank . Saffron will offer an elevated dining experience using "new-age culinary techniques, artful presentation, and contemporary design. The newly renovated space with 70 seating capacity that showcase the luxury of old world Indian with accents of gold, hand-painted murals, and marble tables, which were hand-selected to give the space a modern feel. Saffron's menu and the cuisine reflects the richness of Indian essence with modernity of the surroundings. Menu comprises of elevated dishes from all regions of the India with a modern contemporary twist. What we tried Drinks Saffron Sunrise Jersey shore Appetizers Pani Puri Sampler Tandoori Chicken Croquettes Chicken Tikka Chipotle Main course Saffron Butter Chicken Paneer Pasanda Dal makhani Garlic naan and Black garlic naan Dum Chicken Biryani Desserts Shahi Tukda Chocolate Cannoli With amazing modern interiors and such authentic food, Saffron Red Bank NJ successfully carries the mantle of Indian essence in the only way it can. With pride and traditions intact. Stop over some time for some robust flavours. The result is a vibrant and trendsetting place, full of energy and sophistication. It is a place of gathering, a place of celebration, a place for business and a place for pleasure. No matter the occasion, company, or dietary restrictions, there is something at Saffron Red Bank for everyone to enjoy. Special Mention to entire staff of Saffron Red Bank NJ... read more

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Food is always amazing and the service is super attentive. Me and my girlfriend usually go around lunch on the weekends and we always have a great time. The vibe is nice too, giving it a more upscale feel that you do not usually see at Indian restaurants. Last time the staff even gave us mocktails on the house, which was such a kind gesture. We cannot wait to go back! read more

Saffron Modern Indian Dining - Smoked Tandoori Lamb Chops & Chicken Biryani - Indian Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

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We just dined at Saffron for the second time. It was absolutely exquisite. The service was excellent. Every bite of food was delicious. And the ambiance was beautiful. The lighting was perfect. It was my mom's birthday, and they brought out a special treat. I couldn't have asked for a better celebration. Thank you, Saffron! We'll be back in the future. read more

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Beautiful restaurant, service and ambiance are nice. Some of the food was a miss for us. I would skip the crab dosa and the tandoori bao buns. We also didn't like the chicken curry. We did however love the chicken biryani, lamp chops, paneer and the gulab jamun dessert. The kulfi presentation was great but they were def just frozen from a grocery store. I'm glad I tried this place. The service topped the food for us! read more

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This place is amazing. Friendly staff and owners. Great vibes inside. Good food always. The flavors are incredible ! read more

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TLDR (SOLID 4/5) Saffron Modern Indian Dining offers some really good and interesting Indian dishes with a spin. I sadly did not get to try the dessert but they went a little viral for their Foggy Assorted Kulfis! Food is unique and tasty but very small quantities for the price. Not sure if they are going for a fine dining restaurant but if they are then it loses points for ambiance because the tables are situated too tightly with one another. The music is BLASTING and you find it a bit hard to hear your partner or friends. Hard to recommend as a date spot if you struggle to hear each other. Service was decent but I can tell it's above average. Seems to be a delicate balance between the volume of customers they want to pack in all-at-once versus high-end dining service. (I went for dinner around 8) At the end of the day if you want an experience and don't mind the price point to try the food then it's worth it! Other than that it's a good restaurant with a smart casual, but no restrictions on outfits vibe, with decent flavors and a visual experience. Food (4.5/5): There are a few items I did not get to take a picture of, but I also had the Garlic Naan (Because how can you not when you have curry!) and the crispy cauliflower. (We received this as complimentary because they had cooked our entrees before the appetizer.) Flavors are for sure a banger but you would hope so for the price you are paying for it. Naan was decent, was firm and fluffy and paired decently well with the curry we had. Stand outs were the butter chicken and tandoori lamb chops! Butter chicken was delicious and there was a lot of sauce but not a lot of chicken. Other than that it hit just the spot. The lamb chops were cooked pretty good. They are not mind-blowingly tender but had a good smokey flavor along with the sauce. Cauliflower was good but I don't know if I would personally get it again for the price. Croquettes were good and cooked decently. Kullar chai for dessert because they ran out of their most popular ones. (The Assorted Kulfis and Mango Ghevar.) Personally the chai was nothing too special and the other desserts seemed to be the winner. Especially the Assorted Kulfis as they have high presentation value with the dry ice spilling out! (Can't say for the taste) Decor and Ambiance (SOLID 4/5): Immediately first impressions is that it feels high-end and the decor is great. Decent quality utensils. Bathroom is cute and clean. The main issue comes depending on where you are seated. It's situated almost like an arrowhead with an additional room on the bottom right for more tables/ kitchen/ and hallway bathroom. The problem is on the sides the tables are situated WAYYY too close to each other where some people have to squeeze their way in. I believe they tried to present themselves as a romantic, high-presentation location, and it shows with their food and decor. The table seating feels like they wanted to get in as many customers as possible, however, that also adds to more noise. The amount of tables versus waiters also affects service quality which I will get to later. When it is packed it gets really hard to hear your partner. Overall, it is solid and a nice spot when not overcrowded. Service (3.5/5): I went towards opening so I don't know how the service has panned out over the past few months. When I went the front coincides with other reviews where some of the people manning it are not as friendly or welcoming. The waiters and waitresses are fantastic but their ability is hindered by the layout and amount of workers per table. There are times water would not be refilled and some individuals that are in upper management will see and not handle it. I would cut the waiters slack but it ultimately will reflect on this review. Especially if they are going to charge a premium and present themselves as a modern dining location. Service is going to be important. They did shoot out the appetizers before the entrees but gave a free appetizer as a courtesy which is really nice. They still deserve their flowers as WHEN they can attend to you it is (5/5)! Very polite, and they seemed to understand the etiquette to some extent of what the establishment meant. They just have some quirks to work out and I can see the place shining as a top location in Red Bank. Overall (SOLID4/5): It has a lot of dietary options like Vegan, Organic, Dairy-free, and more which is great! Some of the food options are really solid and the presentation is up there with fine dining establishments. For a date spot it's decent but if it's busy the noise can be a bit bothersome for conversation. The main issues with the place is less the food but more so the structure. It seems there is a balance between quality service and money to be gained per customer. If it fixes or manages the seating issue that is affecting the performance of the service than it can be a stand out location. I'd say it's worth a try at least, I'll be back to try the Kulfi! read more

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Saffron has a great modern ambiance in a good location in red bank. This is more of a fusion restaurant with a modern take on Indian food but still has the classic dishes that we are all familiar with. Service was good. However the food portions are comically small for the price. I paid over 20$ for tandoor paneer with three pieces of paneer!! The flavor could be further developed. Definitely not worth the price. If they fix these two issues the restaurant would get 5 stars. read more

This was my first time here. I only tried one dish which was the vegetable stew. I found the dish was lacking flavor and an appealing texture compared to other similar dishes at Indian restaurants. Because of the rich area, higher prices, and higher end appeal of the restaurant I hoped to be impressed. I was not at all. It was an underwhelming experience for any Indian restaurant in terms of the dish I had. Beyond the dish- everything was very good, the service, staff, and environment did meet my standards. The food was the only exception but of course holds the most weight. read more

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Stopped here for dinner with friends. The service was supper attentive and friendly. Cute atmosphere. We tried a variety of things. The presentation is so cute. Our favorites were the butter chicken, crab dosa, samosas, and chicken croquette. read more

Saffron Modern Indian Dining - Indian Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

My fiance and I decided to visit Saffron for his birthday dinner. I was able to make a reservation through their website. Upon entering the ambiance is very cozy and romantic with dim lighting and candles at every table. They also had modern Bollywood music playing in the background. We got the lamb laal maas tarts and tandoori chicken croquettes. The tarts were very good. The dough was flaky. I wasn't sure how good lamb and caviar would be together but it works very well and we would order them again. The description says the lamb is spicy but I didn't it find it too spicy, just flavorful. The croquettes were creamy on the inside instead of being pieces of chicken. I enjoyed them a lot and the sauce they came with was very tasty. Would definitely recommend both of these. For our entrees we got the Saffron butter chicken (we just had to), truffle morel lamb korma, Dum Chicken Biryani, and the truffle naan. We love butter chicken and this one did not disappoint. It was very flavorful but also presented beautifully. The lamb korma was very tender. The truffle naan complemented the black truffle and bone marrow infused sauce really nicely. The butter chicken and lamb korma come with a side of rice but we both wanted to try the Dum chicken biryani. It's was served in a bowl where you remove the leaf covering yourself. It was a little spicy but so good and came with big pieces of chicken! For dessert we had the foggy assorted kulfis. The presentation was beautiful (the "fog" is made using dry ice). I recommend removing them from the display right after you capture the moment or else they might slide off the stick. The flavors were all amazing but we both liked the rose one the most. We usually aren't fans of rose flavored things but it just tasted sweet. Our only criticism would be that there were no drink menus. However, when we asked they said they had the usual soft drink options as well as mango lassi. It would have been nice to see mango lassi as I probably would've ordered it earlier on. Everything about the experience was great. Someone even came after our meal to make sure everything was ok. I will definitely be visiting again! read more

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Had an amazing dinner at Saffron last week. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, it is so elegant and beautiful. The mural painting they have is beautiful and is a great touch to this amazing restaurant. I really loved the Tandoori Octopus. The mushroom fondue sauce under it was DELICIOUS and was perfect to dip your naan bread in. The Butter Chicken was also very tasty and flavorful. The Prawns Narkel Shorshe came out in a coconut and was so good! All the dishes I got were presented beautifully and were very fresh and delicious. I will definitely be back soon! read more

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Wonderful food and service and ambiance - exquisite cuisine - artistic and delicious So flavorful , inventive read more

I visited during the public opening night and enjoyed myself. Described as Indian Fusion by an owner, the menu mixes classic dishes with street food and other national cuisines. Highly recommended. Expensive, ambitious - and one of a kind here in Red Bank. BYOB Very friendly staff and owners, lovely new room with an indigo ceiling (love that color). I'm at 4 stars as I had only 3 items so far: fig naan; crispy cauliflower; puri pati. The latter are crispy balls one pours a mix for spices and flavors into then pops in the mouth. Mint, mango, jal Jetti (spell?) and a fourth. All items were terrific. Opening night Friday south Asian hip hop was playing (not too loud) along with Bad Bunny, a family favorite. Active buzz and vibe scene. There is much on the menu to explore here, at this lively classy fine dining addition to our scene. Check it out ! read more

Saffron Modern Indian Dining - Lovely design. Indigo ceiling. - Indian Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

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Let me start by saying the food was very,very good here. My party of three enjoyed everything we ordered. The glaring issue was that there was ONE waiter tasked with waiting for every table in the restaurant! He had to run the food as well...All things considered he did pretty well but this obviously this is problematic and made for a longer night, which begged the question of what was going on, and at the very least, why didnt the manager/host help out? The other smaller issue was that the wine glasses were brought to the table very hot. Obviously right out of the dishwasher but way too hot to pour wine in to. Management should know that and so should staff. read more

We drove over an hour to Saffron to celebrate our Anniversary, as had heard good stuff about it. The appetizers were spot on and we enjoyed both the Paneer Bao Buns & the Kakori Chicken Kebabs. We ordered a Lachha Paratha and we were given a tandoori roti . Asked the waiter and he said this is lachha paratha!! The Awadhi chicken description said morsels of chicken. But it was not morsels but chunks of chicken. The dessert was Shahi Tukra and we are fond of it so were eagerly waiting to eat that. It was disappointing as it was as if bruschetta toast was dipped in the malai sauce and served (PS they didn't charge us as it was our anniversary) Please dont try to fool people by calling a tandoori roti a lachha paratha !!!! And train your wait staff to acknowledge if they make a mistake and rectify it. read more

Food was ok. Had better or equivalent food at other similar restaurants. This establishment also seems more focused on "the experience" than the food. Service was disrupted though. We went and only 3 tables were occupied. We were definitely rushed. We weren't done with the appetizers and they brought the main course. No one came back to see if we needed more drinks. No one asked if we wanted desert. As soon as we were close to done eating, all i heard in my ear was "done? Check? Check?" Felt uncomfortable so we paid and left. read more

Absolutely amazing!!! The food, the service, the ambience... Besides outstanding and delicious food served, the owners paid attention to EVERY detail. Do not walk, run! while you can get a reservation because I guarantee very soon it wont come easy ... so happy, such a great addition to Red Bank. We will be frequent. By the end of day, it's all about Energy! Thanks again for all the hard work behind the scenes. True fan here! Congrats! read more

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The place is nice, menu overpriced and missing what they advertise on yelp. The food was basic and the waiter was really rushy and rude he did not offer desert so I opted not to ask. read more

YES YES YES! Totally would recommend this resturant to anyone who likes different style of food. It was absolutely delicious. A bit on the pricey side but being it's BYOB it justifies it a bit. It was an amazing experience with their unique serving style. The place itself is nothing crazy designed but was simple and tasteful. The service was very nice and friendly. I would definitely go back! read more

My partner and i had a great meal. Service was superb, the food was excellent. The small plate of Tandoori Chicken Croquettes was beautifully presented and a great start. The vegetable stew was also excellent. My only issue was the noise level read more

Came here for my husband's birthday as we heard a lot of positive things and must say it totally lived up to the expectations. The food is very reasonably priced and the presentation of food was top notch. My favorite curry was the vegetable stew although the appam was more like a dosa. Enjoyed all the vegetable appetizers we ordered especially the samosa sampler and the bishop paneer tikka. Had a very relaxed ambiance with tasteful decorations including the classy fun chandeliers. The place is BYOB. The service was also prompt. read more

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Saffron Fine Indian Dining in Red Bank, NJ offers an elegant dining experience with beautifully plated dishes, cozy vibes, and aesthetically pleasing surroundings. A must-visit for those seeking exquisite Indian cuisine in a refined atmosphere. read more

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Excellent food! Such a great addition to Red Bank. Service and food were both awesome and love that it's BYOB! Only "complaint" is the dining room gets really loud! Can be hard to hear the person across the table read more

Saffron Modern Indian Dining - PRAWNS NARKEL SHORSHE - Indian Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

This is our 2nd time visiting Saffron. It certainly lived up to expectations. Lamb chops were good. Dum biryani and goat raan barbacoa was excellent. Tandoori chicken bao bun was good as well. The only thing that we didn't like was the garlic naan, probably the worst I ever had. Sea bass Goan curry was just alright. Ambience is good. The service was top notch and their presentation was fantastic. read more

Really great food , try the pomfret(if you know how to) and the dingri chicken!! Really great place ! Affordable yet classy . A great place to take groups 6+ or even for two . They make every effort so the groups are given a semi private area so they don't disturb the other customers. The food is really good !! It's one of the few places that serves pomfret #pomfret ftw !! Being from Bombay it's one thing I've missed in the states . Really tasty . A bit on the smaller side, but not small (I guess it's export restrictions or fda stuff , the only reason I'm kwetching is the larger ones are easier to debone , but that's on me ) Overall , I wish my wife weren't vegetarian then I'd be coming here every week ! Ps : she says the vegetarian "food" is great as well read more

Started with that cauliflower and for my main I had the butter chicken and garlic naan and both were delicious and fresh as well as the mango lassi. Beautiful restaurant and is a great addition to red bank and in my opinion better than Bombay River in red bank read more

So glad I got to try this restaurant! The food was great, I loved the presentation and the fun fusion dishes. We started with the bao buns, the tandoori chicken croquettes, and the samosas. I could've done without the croquettes, but everything else was so worth it. For my meal I did one of the paneer dishes and the butter chicken. The portions weren't huge, but definitely enough for me and my boyfriend. We also did a side of the chickpea masala and some naan. I really enjoyed the chickpea masala, it wasn't spicy though. The butter chicken was really great too. The dessert was excellent too and the presentation was so great. The atmosphere was comfortable, not too loud but not too quiet. I will say the service was kinda slow but the great food made up for it. read more

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The food, service, and environment were incredible! We will definitely be back! Definitely a lively and fun environment! Some of the best food I have had! Perfect spot to grab dinner before your show at the Count Basie! BYOB, too! read more

My new favorite Indian food spot in NJ. Everything is incredibly delicious! Truffel Morel Lamb Korma and Seabass Goan Curry are must try. Inside the restaurant is very clean and good atmosphere. Good service and quick. 10 out of 10 for Indian restaurant in this area. read more

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We had a great time having dinner here, food was so amazing! It was very delicious. Definitely come back again and highly recommended read more

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This place is just a restaurant for social media/pictures. Food is average and comes in very small portions, for the price you're paying. The kulfi dessert is different and cool but otherwise nothing remarkable about this place. Ambiance is fine too. It feels like they're just trying to be trendy. For non-Indian people, the food is probably good. But for Indian people, there are far better places to eat at taste wise. read more

Food was ok. Service was awful. The vegetable stew was fantastic. Service was so delayed that we finished eating and then they brought out the chicken curry. Returned it read more

Don't go here unless you want to get booted out the second you pay your check!!! We went on a Friday night, our waiter Armand was initially very friendly, but evening went down from there. Food was TERRIBLE. The worst part is that the minute after we paid our check, Armand came over and told us we needed to leave since they needed to turn over our table. WHAT??? So since it is a BYOB and our wine was already in our glasses, we had to chug our wine like we were guzzling beers as he stood by our table and waited for us to stand up. When we walked out, we saw that there were several tables open, and only a few people waiting. So did they just want us out because we didn't order dessert??? So rude. Never had that happen in my life. Said that they just opened. With service like that , hope that they close soon. Don't go. read more

I happen to walk across front street when I came upon saffron, without a doubt I'm definitely adding this to my top 10 favorite spots in Redbank. I've seen them from when they opened to and they've transitioned so much the accommodated demographic it's been a pleasure. Thank you so much saffron! read more

Saffron Modern Indian Dining - saffron chicken sandwich - Indian Near Me - Red Bank, New Jersey

We dined at Saffron this week with a large group, some of which are new to Indian cuisine. The staff served us family style and helped us to choose our appetizers and entrees. They were all very knowledgeable and incredibly attentive. Everything we sampled was delicious and the dessert presentation is to die for! The new to Indian diners enjoyed everything and are definitely hooked! It was the perfect restaurant choice for their first Indian experience. The ambiance of the restaurant is very chic. I can't wait to go back with my husband! read more

The food excellent . A take on traditional Indian food . Everything had wonderful flavors and nicely presented . Upscale vibe in the restaurant . 2 complaints and for me major . When you are serving upscale food ... at upscale prices ... change silverware between courses.. do not attempt to clear the table until all are finished . Saffron deserves 5 stars but I just can't without the service details ... food is a 5 service is a 2 . Definitely worth trying and hopefully work on their service ... overall a great addition read more

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