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Saffron Indian Cuisine

RidgewoodQueens

5.0· 154 reviewsOpen until 10:30PMVegetarian
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Saffron Indian Cuisine — indian restaurant — in Ridgewood — Queens — NYC
Saffron Indian Cuisine interior — Ridgewood

Ridgewood

Queens

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About Saffron Indian Cuisine

Saffron Indian Cuisine in Ridgewood, Queens delivers authentic Indian dishes that showcase vibrant spices and traditional cooking techniques. The restaurant caters to various dietary preferences, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options alongside classic meat and seafood preparations. With its perfect 5.0 rating from 154 reviews, Saffron has earned a stellar reputation for quality and consistency. The welcoming dining atmosphere combines warm hospitality with elegant decor, creating an inviting space where guests can enjoy genuine Indian flavors in a comfortable setting that keeps diners returning for both casual meals and special occasions.

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15 verified Google reviews · 15 with owner responses

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Joni Mae De Los SantosLocal guide
a week ago

Incredible service and atmosphere!!!!! The food was great and I cannot emphasize enough how great the service is here when you dine in. Everything we got was delicious. I always get butter chicken/paneer, but my friends got more adventurous things and they were so good. Everything we got was good, and I’m glad we all got different things to try/share.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for this incredible 5-star review! Our team takes huge pride in our service. Reading your praise truly made our whole staff's day. Sharing multiple dishes is truly the best way to experience our menu!I will be sure to pass your kind words along to our kitchen and floor staff. We cannot wait to welcome you and your friends back for another delicious meal soon.

Jie Jian
a week ago

Amazing service, super nice people running this place. The food is so good! Will come back

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for the kind words! Hearing that you loved our food and had a great experience with our team means the world to us. We love what we do, and we always strive to make everyone feel welcome. We are so glad to hear you will be back, and we cannot wait to serve you another amazing meal soon!

Bobby Jeff
a month ago

I went to try for the first time today and when I went I ordered like around 200 dollars worth of food. I heard good things about the store. But was very disapointed about the service. We got the order and I was confused cause I didn't see some of the things I ordered they were missing my kulfi. But after I asked they gave it. But after looking at it it was cheap icecream from a bucket nothing like the picture. I though that would be it but when I went home I checked and they were missing my Gulab Jamun. I was so excited to try that but didnt get it very disapointed. Also they have the darkest kebab i seen in my life looks like leftovers almost not edible looking. All the food was over priced 16 dollars for one of the dish is wild. Like do you not double check for an expensive order like this. Would not be going back.

Response from the owner

I’m truly sorry to hear about your experience. When someone trusts us with a large $200 order, they deserve a perfect meal and seamless service, and it’s clear we missed the mark for you today. I apologize for the missing items. While I’m glad we could resolve the kulfi on-site, there is no excuse for you getting home and finding your Gulab Jamun missing. We pride ourselves on the quality of our food, so hearing that the kulfi didn't meet your expectations and that the kebabs were overcooked is very concerning to me. I will be speaking with our kitchen and packing teams immediately to ensure we are double-checking every bag and maintaining our cooking standards. We would love the chance to make this right. Please reach out to us directly at 1819saffron@gmail.com so we can discuss a refund or a replacement for the missing and unsatisfactory items. Would you be open to giving us another try if we offered a complimentary meal to show you the quality we’re actually known for?

Henry MillsLocal guide
Edited a month ago

My father and I have been on a search for an Indian food restaurant ever since Woodlands in Langley Park, Maryland closed during the pandemic. We’ve searched high and low. Place after place disappointed—oily, overpriced, lacking ambiance and service—but this place, Saffron, man! The food was balanced, fresh, aromatic, and healthy. The service was graceful, and thoughtful, and everything was clean and modern. “And the seats have good cushions” my dad chimed in.*

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for such a kind and thoughtful review! It truly warms our hearts to hear that your search for a new "home" for Indian cuisine led you and your father to Saffron.<br>Being the place that finally ended your long search is a huge honor for us. We believe Indian food should be a balance of freshness and aroma without being heavy or oily, and I’m so glad that resonated with you. I will be sure to pass your compliments along to our service team—and of course, tell our staff that the cushioned seats passed your dad’s test!<br>We look forward to welcoming you both back soon for another healthy, graceful meal.

Christine Chin
a month ago

I walk past this place on my way home everyday. It seems like takeout is more popular but I’m really glad I decided to dine-in. The ambiance is calming and the staff is attentive and friendly. Good selection and food quality. It was our first time so we ordered family-style but they also offer very decently priced lunch and dinner meal sets.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for finally stopping in! We’re so glad you decided to trade the walk home for a seat in our dining room.<br>It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the calming ambiance and felt well taken care of by our team—we really strive to make the dine-in experience special. We're thrilled the family-style dinner worked out for your first visit, and we'd love to see you again soon to try one of those lunch or dinner meal sets you mentioned!

imad lazkaniLocal guide
a month ago

The variety of the food is amazing spices are made into perfection everything is balanced very satisfying great ambience calm and cozy just beautiful

Response from the owner

Thank you so much! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the variety and our perfectly balanced spices. We’re so glad the calm, cozy ambience added to your experience. We can't wait to see you again!

K DLocal guide
a month ago

One of the Best Indian food in Brooklyn/Queens area<br>My daughter ordered a three item dish which comes with appetizers, a entree and a dessert-<br>Had one of the best onion pakoras in my life time …it also comes with a Naan<br>We also tried the Paneer Tawa Masala ..extremely delicious with the right amount of spice<br>The butter chicken and the chicken Sahi korma ..both are highly recommended.<br>In vegetarian we tried the yellow daal tarka ..it felt like home cooked daal ..<br>Definitely will be visiting it again and high recommend if you are craving for Indian cuisine

Response from the owner

Thank you for the high recommendation! I’m so happy to hear we’re one of your favorite Indian spots in Brooklyn/Queens. I’m thrilled you loved the onion pakoras and that the Yellow Daal Tarka gave you that 'home-cooked' feeling. It’s wonderful that your whole family enjoyed the Butter Chicken and Paneer Tawa Masala as well. We can’t wait to welcome you and your daughter back soon! Since you enjoyed the classics, would you like to try one of our Chef’s Specials on your next visit?

maria tobon
2 months ago

I came here with my bf and it was the first time trying Indian food, it was delicious, the service was very cordial and nice. I enjoy a lot the butter chicken and the dessert

Response from the owner

We are so honored you chose us for your first Indian food experience! It makes us so happy to hear that you and your boyfriend had such a great time.<br>I’m thrilled the butter chicken and our desserts were a hit—they are definitely some of our favorites too! I’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to our team for their cordial service. We can’t wait to welcome you both back for round two!

Doris ValLocal guide
2 months ago

Food is authentic and delicious. Staff so familial, the pace is cozy. Will definitely go back

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the authentic flavors of our food and felt at home with our "familial" staff.<br>It’s great to see that the Naan, Chicken Tikka, Vegetable Samosas, and Baby Eggplant Masala all hit the mark for you. We take a lot of pride in creating a cozy atmosphere for our guests, and knowing you’ll be back truly makes our day.<br>We look forward to welcoming you back to Saffron soon!

Tiger TigerLocal guide
2 months ago

Excellent Food!! We ordered:<br>*Bhel Poori<br>*Vegetable Samosa<br>*Kabab Platter<br>*Lamb Vindaloo<br>*Goat Curry<br>*Khandari Naan<br>*Raita<br>*Onion Relish<br>*Mint Chutney<br>*Mango Lassi<br>*Saag Paneer (To go)<br>*Mulligatawny Soup (To go)

Response from the owner

Wow, what a feast! Thank you so much for the 'Excellent' rating. It looks like you did a deep dive into our menu—from the crunch of the Bhel Poori and Vegetable Samosas to the bold spice of the Lamb Vindaloo and Goat Curry.<br>I’m glad you grabbed some Saag Paneer and Mulligatawny Soup to go, too; they make for the perfect next-day treat! We can’t wait to have you back for another round of Mango Lassis and Khandari Naan. See you soon!

John Gaalli
3 months ago

I love Indian food and have frequented quite a few Indian restaurants, but this one set the bar a new high. The chicken tika masala was the best I’ve had yet.<br><br>A POEM:<br><br>Yummy. delicious,<br>Food here was out of this world.<br>I will be back soon

Response from the owner

Thank you for your recent experience with us! Your poetic expression brings such joy to our hearts. Knowing our chicken tikka masala set a new standard for you is music to our ears. We are thrilled that the flavors resonated with you so deeply. Here's to many more delightful dining adventures together!

CORELLIANJEDI2Local guide
4 months ago

Kept walking by and had to try it out! I had the Prix fixe dinner and loved it. Chose Bhel Poori as my appetizer followed by Saag Paneer (mild) and ended with kheer! All were delicious plus I had leftovers! I will be back!

Response from the owner

Thanks for helping us keep improving! We are absolutely delighted that our Prix fixe dinner caught your eye and left you with such a positive impression. Your choices of Bhel Poori, Saag Paneer, and kheer were wonderful selections, and we're thrilled to hear you found them delicious. Knowing you had leftovers to enjoy later makes us even happier! Looking forward to serving you again!

Richard A
5 months ago

We decided to try indian food for the first time. We are so glad we stumbled upon this restaurant. The food was amazing! Everything tasted fresh and was prepared with care. I had the butter chicken with garlic naan. It was top notch! The tandoori chicken wings were also a standout. Thank you for making our first time memorable. Will definitely be going back!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for choosing us for your first Indian dining experience! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the butter chicken and garlic naan, and we're glad the tandoori chicken wings were a hit. It was a pleasure serving you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable meal soon!

Joy Woods
6 months ago

Great flavor. Quality ingredients. Excellent service. We ordered veg samosas, coconut tomato soup, chicken saag, kerala pepper chicken, butter chicken, roti, naan, and aloo paratha. Everything was wonderful. Our server, Saiful was the best 💯

Response from the owner

Thank you for giving us a try! We are thrilled to hear that the flavors and quality of our dishes resonated with you. Our team takes pride in crafting each meal with care, and knowing that Saiful made your experience special truly warms our hearts. It was a delight serving such wonderful selections like the veg samosas and butter chicken. Your kind words fuel our passion for excellence!

Sj Akash
7 months ago

tooo good.<br>i love this place and food.evry food delicious and yeamy.must be try one time and you goo Everyday. all staf ar too good or frindly.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊<br>We're thrilled you loved the food and found everything yummy. It means the world to us that you felt the warmth from our staff—they truly are like family.<br>Come back soon... we’ll save you a seat for your everyday visits! 🍽️

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