Saffron - Modern Indian Dining

Amazing EVERYTHING!! ❤️ The minute we walked in the door for our reservation the experience of fine dining was prevalent! We love Indian food! Saffron's is top tier. The food was plated lovely, tasted amazing, topped with creative fun drinks and stellar service. I can't wait to go back. We did the chefs choice for 80.00 per person. Worth every penny!!! Love this restaurant 😍

All their dishes were really good. The best thing we ate over here was the Vegetable Biryani. The Dal Makhani was also very good. I liked all their cocktails as well. We lived their food enough to come here twice in 3 days. Definitely recommended if you are in Milwaukee.

High end modern Indian with quality ingredients, and excellent service. Crispy cauliflower had a tasty sweet spicy sauce. Lamb curry was delicious. Lamb shank biriyani is not to be missed. Attentive service. Be aware this is fine dining downtown and thus appropriately pricier than standard Indian fare. They even personally called me to let me know when the kitchen closed relative to my reservation.

This is the only place in US with authentic Chole Bhature. I am from Chandigarh and I moved to US 5 years ago. Since then, I was craving for authentic Chole Bhature and finally I found the real taste at saffron. Truly chatpati (tangi) Street style chole and fluffy soft bhature with no oily feeling. Delicious

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Saffron is one of my husband and I’s favorite restaurants! The food is always delicious and consistent every single time we visit. The staff is absolutely amazing so friendly, attentive, and welcoming. We also love that it’s the same staff each time, which really says a lot about how well the restaurant is run. The manager is AMAZING and truly makes the experience even better. The atmosphere is great and we always leave happy. Highly recommend!

If I could give more stars, I would. Suggest getting reservations, if you're planning to come. We walked in and got lucky at about 5:30 on a Saturday night, snagging the only unreserved table. Service was exceptional from start to finish. Every dish was masterfully crafted and ready extremely quickly. Don't pass on the drinks-- you can't miss with a mango lasse or mocktail. All halal meat, and even have gluten free bread. We dined out on the patio at sunset, overlooking the river. Perfect!

Saffron offers a fantastic combination of great food, an equally cool ambiance, and excellent service. My wife and I opted for the tasting menu, and everything tasted delicious. My wife's selections included the Chettinad Crab Cakes, Lobster Malai, and Lacha Paratha for bread, finishing with Shahi Tukda for dessert. While the Lobster Malai tasted great, she felt the gravy was a bit sparse. I chose the Chicken 65, Lamb Shank Biryani, and Black Garlic Naan, with Coffee Stones for dessert. The lamb in the biryani was a highlight, practically falling off the bone and cooked to perfection. I also tried the Spiced Saffron Tea, which was presented uniquely and tasted great. However, at $18, it was a bit pricey. Overall, Saffron provides an amazing experience. The staff are attentive and helpful with menu selections, though parking can be a challenge.

Lovely meal with friends. Accommodated a friend running 15 minutes late with no problem. Super friendly and welcoming staff. Food was top notch. The lamb madras was as tender and tasty as I've ever had. The cocktail list could keep you very busy. All the drinks we tried were just as good as the food. Not the cheapest meal you'll ever have, but worth every penny. Parking is the usual downtown crapshoot. Highly recommended.

Bury me here one day... This is and will forever be the best meal you will ever have in Milwaukee. Their service mixed with their food and speciality drinks will give you nothing less than a 100/10 experience. When asked if I want to go out to eat, Saffron is the only option. If it's not Saffron, I'm not going. You have plans to go elsewhere? Cancel them. You can only go wrong if you don't go to Saffron

Came here to celebrate my friend's birthday after hearing so many good things about this place, and it definitely lived up to the hype. They book up pretty fast, so reservations are a must. Parking is downtown style, so you'll have to find your own, but that's expected for the area. The food and drinks were spot on. They offer such a unique variety of cocktails, and the presentation is honestly next level. One drink came in a tall tube with bubbles like a science experiment, another had smoke, and one had a bubble on top, super fun and creative! Even though Chicken Tikka Masala wasn't listed on the actual menu, they do offer it, which made me so happy since it's one of my favorites. We ordered it spicy... and when I say spicy, I mean SPICY. My girl friends loved it, but my palate might need a little refresher after that heat lol. They did bring us a side of yogurt to balance the spice, which helped. The flavors were incredible fresh, bold, layered with spices and depth. We also ordered garlic naan, which was delicious. It comes with two pieces per order, so we ended up getting a few more because it was that good. The Gunpowder Calamari was another hit, crispy, well seasoned, with a flavorful sauce at the bottom of the cup. Inside, the restaurant is beautiful. Perfect lighting, stunning decor, and although the space is a bit narrow, it doesn't feel cramped at all. We were seated near that back and loved the ambience. It's perfect for romantic dates nights, birthdays, or a nice dinner with friends. The rice was seasoned perfectly too, which tied everything together. For drinks, we ordered the Elderflower Blossom cocktail (with the bubble), the Saffron Old Fashioned, and the Ooogy Lava Lamp 2.0 (longer drink photo) all were creative and delicious. For her birthday dessert, we got the Argoori Gulab Jamun, and it came out with a sparkler, which made it feel extra special! Even with it being a little busy, our waiter was kind, patient, and attentive. Overall, such a wonderful experience! Great food, amazing drinks, and a beautiful atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!

The best Indian food we've had since moving to the Midwest! We take our Indian food very seriously and we were delighted after eating here. The service was great with super friendly staff members and the space itself was a vibe with good music and a clean atmosphere. I HIGHLY recommend ordering their butter chicken and fig naan. We will be coming back the next time we're in town!

Great small plates to share and excellent specialty cocktails. We enjoyed the Marinated Shrimp, Tandoori Chicken Momos, and the Chicken 65.

This is the place to experience high end Indian cuisine in Milwaukee. The ambience is great with a full bar and cozy set up make for a great date night place or family dinner. My favorites were the hash brown chaat and smoked goat curry. All the flavors were bang on and transported us to India. Presentation was exquisite, overall great experience.

So let's talk about Saffron... AMAZING!! We've talked about it for a while and my son's Indian co-workers highly recommended it so we made reservations for Mother's Day lunch. This was a 3 course pre-fix menu with several choices. Everything we ordered was delicious and we tried to choose several different options. The dishes were all beautiful. We ordered several of the craft cocktails including some of the non-alcoholic options. We weren't huge fans of the dessert but it was presumably a more traditional Indian dish and more likely just not our taste. The service was prompt even though they were very busy. The restaurant is lovely and comfortable. We will definitely be back to try the regular menu another time. Thanks for a lovely Mother's Day meal, my wife loved it!

We always have an excellent time at Saffron! Anastasia made our experience especially elevated and enjoyable. We had so much fun with her and she gave us the perfect recommendations for the evening! We sat in the bar area which is still very nice seating so the a "moody" vibe. Their specialty drinks are an experience. Many with smoke, bubbles, or diffusers. For appetizers we had the classic Chicken 65 (always a winner), momos, and lamb sliders. We always order the garlic naan, but tried the fig naan too this time and wow it was delish! Almost like a dessert. My entree was the Shrimp Curry which is to die for especially on top of their saffron rice. The mango lassi is fantastic to have during the main course for some dishes on the spicer side! The other entrees ordered were the branzino, lamb shank biryani, and smoked goat curry. All dishes were l

I've eaten Indian cuisine many times but this was so impressive. Creative cocktails and meals, top service and a beautiful atmosphere. The ice cream is a real treat taste and experience wise!

Been trying to eat here for a few weeks and finally got the chance today for Sunday dinner. We did a smorgasbord of items: gunpowder calamari, samosa sampler, shrimp koliwada tacos, chickpea masala, saffron rice, black garlic naan, and the branzino curry. I genuinely everything b/c it was light, fresh, and flavorful. Its definitely on the pricer given the portions but I believe in quality over quantity. The staff was really nice and they even got us an exclusive spot on the beautiful patio with city/river views Definitely recommend.

Great vibes, service, and most importantly, food! I've been here two times and the food has just been so good each time. This place definitely deserves the recognition and hype it gets. Although pricey, nothing tops this place for a (modern) Indian food experience. The saffron butter chicken is my favorite item paired with the fig naan. I've gotten this both times and honestly it's hard to top. I love the ambience in this space. A bit loud when it's fully booked out but so romantic and cozy. Definitely try Saffron if you're looking for a new experience!

Went there on a Saturday night at 9:30. The host said they were closed. Their hours are posted until 10 and the restaurant was half full. Pretty disappointing

Great Indian food in downtown Milwaukee! Presentation of all the food was fun and a great fusion restaurant with fun food concepts. We got a few apps to shake. The Kale and avocado Chaat was crunchy with the fried kale and had a great dressing that made it fresh. The samosa sampler was good but we wouldn't order again. The Chicken Katsu buns were our favorite app. For entrees we split the Saffron butter chicken and the Prawns narkel shoreshe. Both had a great sauce but the butter chicken was our favorite, but both were phenomenal. I will say there isn't a ton of protein in either dish so make sure you get a few to share or get some sides. We ordered some garlic naan and butternut squash which was good to dip in the extra curries. Service was good and helped pick things on the menu. We'll be back again!

Committing to branching out for Sunday brunch, we tried Saffron and couldn't be more thrilled! At first, I was disappointed the two dishes I most wanted to try weren't available. But it was quickly remedied by the Delhi chole bhature and masala dosa. WOW! Plus, the ambience is lovely, the music fit the venue and was played at just the right volume and the service was outstanding! My only complaint was the lack of parking. Not the restaurant's fault, of course. We'll definitely be back!

A couple of things: How are you going to charge $30 for butter chicken and not give utensils for To-Go.... The Chicken is the star. I appreciate the quality of the chicken and the way they prepped it. Butter Chicken is tender but the rice was cold and a little tough. If the rice was steaming it would have just complemented the Butter Chicken. The sauce was a little of the sweeter side. Overall, this place does get packed. The prices are premium so definitely great for a business meeting or a date or just somewhere to be seen and impress others. Service was good, but I was not thinking about eating with my hands.

First time at the Saffron Modern Indian Dining in Milwaukee WI w/ my Father In Law! The restaurant has a beautiful Ambiance with a candle light setting which makes this a perfect spot for a date night. Customer Service is kind, efficient and willing to make recommendations of the top items from the menu. The taste of the food was good but I wish the portions were larger especially of the starters. The Chai ( milk tea ) was delicious as well. Definitely recommend this place to all!

My husband and I were in town on vacation and found this place because it was gluten free friendly. This was honestly some of the best Indian food I've ever had in my life -- reminded me of London-style Indian cuisine. I loved the fusion approach. We also got some delicious drinks and were able to sit on the back patio right on the water.

- Good food, ok ambiance, ok service - Reservation made and recommended - 2nd visit and I am looking forward to the next! Our 2nd visit and 2nd birthday spent here (this time it was my lovely lady's). The food was good and we had another great dinner! We started with the Tandoori Shrimp and it was a nice start, but a bit light. We split the 6 shrimp and they had some nice mild heat to them and tasted delish! Lots of decorative pieces and I think if the included radishes were pickled, it would have made an even tastier starter. I had gotten the Shrimp Alleppey Curry because I love shrimp and have never had an Indian seafood dish before. The curry was delicious and a great pairing with the lighter texture of seafood. The shrimp had a great bounce to them and the tails came right off. The curry was different than any I have had in the past and I will definitely keep my eyes peeled for any other alleppey curries I see! Pook's birthday meal was the Lamb Madras Curry w/ Butter Naan. She had gotten this last time and it was so tasty she had to get it again! The curry was quite the contrast from the alleppey curry and had nice deep and spicy flavors. The meat was nice and tender, and ordering the naan made eat bite soft and very saucy! We did notice that the curry was a bit spicier than last time, but nothing too crazy. For dessert, we ordered the 24k Carat Coffee Stones, and it was pook's birthday, so they gave us a free sparkler! The chilled balls of chocolate were filled with coffee and the one-bite was a fun experience... a chocolatey gusher :~) The milk chocolate and dark coffee balanced each other out and kind of gave the vibes of a cold lava cake(?). A great finish to the night! The food was good and had some quick service, but I think the quality of service could be improved. This time and the last, service just seems to be trying to get things out, not very warm in attitude. They gave a small card for celebrating there, but the card was basically thrown onto our table while walking away and that just seemed to be how service was on both of our visits and really stuck out.

Saffron is an upscale, high quality Indian dining experience. It is quite expensive but they can get away with it due to the lack of quality Indian options in the area. Saffron has nailed the ambience and presentation of food. They also deliver on quality. One of the dishes I tried was the butternut squash Bharta (spinoff of Bhaigan bharta) and it was phenomenal. I will definitely be back to try their chefs tasting menu which ends up being worth it when considering their prices, 70 bucks for a small plate, entree, and dessert. They had so many small plate options so I definitely will be back to try the others as well! As a side note, always love when an Indian place gives me a side dish of onions, chili, and lemon slices without me even asking. Excellent service!

Lovely ambiance. Really nice server. Very welcoming. First impression was wonderful and smells of India:) The food was really tasty and our server made really good recommendations.

The chicken korma is amazing, as is the lamb. We aren't usually cocktail drinkers, but it's fun to watch them delivered (often like a science experiment) to other tables.

our server here was SOOO COOL!!! she gave amazing recommendations and picked out things she thought i would like based on *vibes* and why was she actually right???? both my bf and my drinks were so good. we did the chef's tasting menu for $80pp which gave each of us a small plate, entree & dessert. we loved the momo dumplings with the sriracha aioli over the tandoori shrimp. and the saffron butter chicken was the best!!!!!! the lamb curry was very flavorful, the spices really shined through. not as good to dip the naan in tho. we got both the garlic naan and rosemary naan (garlic naan was better..... as recommended to us by our server ofc). and dessert was a surprise but also very yummy! the chocolates were liquid on the inside and just exploded in your mouth..... how do they do that while keeping the chocolate so cold?! and idk fully what the other dessert was but it was also delicious. amazing ambiance & service truly a 10/10 experience

Pretty solid Indian fusion place! Loved the black garlic and truffle naans, those are unique. Yummy butter chicken and lamb dum biryani, my friend who doesn't like lamb even liked it - not too gamey. The samosa sampler was okay, I felt it was a lil overpriced. The dal makhani was also okay, very rich, but I think I'm used to normal daal and not daal makhani. Very vibey, nice interior, unique drink menu, good service

Saffron has been a go to for YEARS for special occasions. They're constantly updating their menu with new creative dishes, while keeping the tried and true favorites around. If you're new to Indian cuisine the Butter Chicken is a can't miss. Anytime I take a new guest, this is the go to order and they are always so pleasantly surprised! Entrees come with a side of rice. I would recommend adding a side of pita, my personal is the truffle pita and pairs great with your meal. I also opted for a guava margarita that was rimmed with the most delicious spicy salt mixture adding a nice flare to the drink!

The food was amazing here, I got the lamb biryani, tried some of the butter chicken and got garlic naan as well as a few appetizers which were the crispy cauliflower, tandoori chicken momos and truffle masala dosa. The appetizers were all okay and could be skipped honestly but the entrees were incredible. The lamb fell off the bone and was super tender, I didn't love the yogurt sauce but all in all it was really good. The butter chicken may seem like cop out order here but it really is the best thing I tried, and if I went back here I would get that over anything else. We sat outside as well and had a great view of the river. The only thing holding it back from a 5 was that the place is super small on the inside and not very nice to be honest and the service was very slow.

The food was outstanding! The samosa sampler came with 2 sauces that were so delicious - one was a bit sweet which helped balance out the jalapeño & cheese samosa and the other sauce was a bit more savory. Bao buns were like biting into little clouds - very good. Out of the 3 entrees we ordered, the lamb was probably my favorite. It was extremely tender and the sauce was rich and satisfying. The chicken dishes were also very good but I recommend the lamb over everything. The dessert was interesting - I liked that it wasn't too sweet but the crispy brioche was a bit difficult to eat. Our server was wonderful and gave us great recommendations. And the place was very cute inside - it's dimly lit so I felt it would be a perfect date night spot. I'll definitely be back to try more items off the menu!

I stopped in for a boozy Friday lunch with a buddy. Ketan, is a master of mixology amongst his many other talents, and we tasted some fantastic cocktails made with liquors and spices from around the world. With menu suggestions from the aforementioned Ketan, both of us had an amazing meal. Everything on the menu is fabulous. I know Indian food, having had the fortune, as a child, to have the former chef at the Indian embassy as our family's cook. Saffron is one of the best sub-continent restaurants in this country. For Milwaukee, it might be its best restaurant period.

You walk in and the vibes of this place are immaculate. The service was great the server kept apologizing for food coming out slow and it wasn't even slow. The food was absolutely delicious so much flavor. Would 100 percent come back here again if I take another trip to Milwaukee. My husband and I both loved it! Not pictured is their garlic naan that was also fantastic.

I love when I get the chance to come here. The food is always so delicious. I've come during brunch, lunch and dinner and it never disappoints. Every time I come I get to enjoy delicious food, wonderful service and a great atmosphere. We tried the Chicken Tikka small plate which was delicious. Then we shared the vegetable briyani and the boneless lamb. Paired with garlic naan which was also so good. This is what I call modern and Indian fine dining done right.

Distinctive menu sparks curiosity, and everything we tried was delicious! Sat on the deck facing the river. Hrishikesh our server was very friendly and told us a lot about India and the different kinds of foods. We tried the Shrimp Aleppy Curry and Lamb Madras Curry plus Fig Naan (I'm hooked) and Black Garlic Naan, also new for us and quite tasty. Because the food tasted so good, we ordered the Sweet Potato "After Party" dessert. We will be coming back!

Came in on a Monday evening for a date night - I've been wanting to try this place! We had some drinks, shared an app & an entree along with some naan. It was incredibly filling and delicious. The drinks were superb as well. Service was kind and quick, they were attentive. The place is very clean and modern. The only downside (IMO) is the seating is very close together, so don't expect any privacy with your partner or group. Otherwise zero complaints! I'd come back for sure & highly recommend.

I haven't given a review in a while, but had to for this restaurant. Very, very disappointed. Starts with the service. The waiter absolutely rushed us out. And it wasn't even busy, with 30+ minutes left before closing as we were finishing up. He picked up plates while we were still eating!!!! And BROUGHT THE BILL while we were eating too without us asking!!!! The food was bland and below average for Indian food. Though I'm Indian so have an unfair advantage here and also understand the target market for this restaurant aren't Indians. All presentation. Not much substance. But the service more than anything. That was so poor.

We finally made it to Saffron and both of us had mixed feelings: Yay: *Gorgeous interior that smelled like expensive candles. *Good service - knowledgeable and pleasant *Lots of chicken in the Misters Tandoori Chicken (looked like a whole chickens worth!) Ehhhh: *Food was good - solid for sure. That said, it wasn't better than what we would get at India Garden and the prices are WAY higher. *Chicken croquettes were tasty, but served barely warm which was disappointing. Nay: *$17 for a small cocktail is insanity - even if it does come with a Insta friendly smoke bubble thing *Prices are just really too high - $6 for a small piece of garlic naan, $15 for a side of chickpeas etc. Saffron is great for people who would be horrified by places like Anmol. It seemed very popular with younger, 3rd ward condo types and that's cool. Overall, it wasn't bad but for me it's not worth paying double the price of other places.

My daughter took me there for Mother's Day. The place was super busy. We sat outside by the waterfront. Our food came fairly quickly outside. Seating was nice. I expected the food a lot better than it tasted everything we ordered tasted the same.

Our groupcame here recently for a special occasion not too long ago, and because it was a Friday night, I had made reservations weeks in advance. We parked down the street and walked a couple blocks. The restaurant inside is long and narrow, and we were seated somewhere in middle but toward the back, near the kitchen. Our server was professional and courteous. We ended up ordering a trio of different lamb dishes, along with two types of naan, and a Chai Manhattan, Cardamom Mezcal, Kingfisher Beer, and ended sharing a decadent gajar halwa dessert drenched in fig ice cream. The lamb dishes were all very tasty. The food was prepared well and delicious. The menu at Saffron is excellent, high quality, high-end Indian-inspired food. An excellent place for a meal for a special occasion or if you're craving a delectable Indian-inspired menu.

What a delight. We ate so well at Saffron! Every plate was amazing, every cocktail a visual and tasty delight. Our server was super attentive and this restaurant is impressively chic--every single detail was perfect. I loved my salmon entree, and they brought out a special birthday dessert with a sparkler (it was a small serving of gulab jamun, heavenly) for the birthday girl in our party. Highly recommend.

We made reservations for an anniversary dinner on Wednesday night and had a great experience. The drinks have great presentation and were delicious. The appetizers were incredible. The waiter warmed us that the mushroom appetizer was spicy but it was definitely more than we were expecting but still fantastic flavor. I had the lamb korma and my husband had the lamb Bryani. You could tell the Bryani was slow cooked with a variety of spices and the flavor was exceptional. The korma sauce was so good we were scooping it up with naan not to waste. The only part that left anything to be desired was the dessert with ended up being oat pucks in a soupy sauce. They tables are all in a row so you're a bit packed in but it doesn't feel over crowded at all. The entire bar is low lit and a great place for an intimate dinner.

Saffron is now within my top 3 Milwaukee restaurants. I was so excited to try this spot, we had heard such great things. This place exceeded my expectations! From the atmosphere to the service, and food. The atmosphere was so intimate, yet hip and spunky. The music was like we were at a chill club. I'm not sure how to exactly describe the vibes, but they were 100/10. The service was immaculate, you can tell everyone takes pride in giving you the best experience possible. I like to tell people that this place is a full ~experience~. The drinks are all curated with insane thought that goes into their taste + appearance. My favorite was the foggy lava lamp, which was kiwi infused vodka with honey and pink salt. Not something I would have thought I'd like, but it was super refreshing and not too sweet. A lot of their cocktails are made out of infused liquor. The food was also an experience, there were multiple times we looked at the other tables based on the extravagant presentation and the most amazing smells! We started off with chicken katsu bao buns, which were perfectly crispy and had an amazing spicy aioli on top. We also ordered the samosa sampler, which is a must try! Every filling had the most explosive flavors. The last small plate we tasted was the amritsari fish tacos, which came in a crunchy wonton shell and another variety of spicy aioli. Tasty, just make sure you like fish tacos when ordering these. We also got some orders of the naan (they have a variety), which we tried the truffle naan + the black garlic naan. Both delicious and worth it. The first entree was the tandoori octopus that was soaking in the most flavorful, umami-filled mushroom fondue sauce. The presentation was beautiful, the taste was even better. The octopus was cooked perfectly, not too chewy and a little crisp around the outside. The second entree was the classic butter chicken. The sauce was delicious, although it does have a little kick to it! Each entree came with saffron rice, super fluffy and flavorful. [see comments for the rest of post]

I haven't had he pleasure of dining in at Saffron but did recently enjoy delivery (conveniently ordered directly through the Yelp app). The ordering and delivery process was seamless. I ordered through Yelp was given an estimated delivery window and my dinner arrived nice and warm within the window. I ordered the tandoori salmon which came served with vegetables (mostly onions) and rice. It said it came served with a basil cilantro pesto but honestly, it tasted like it had mint in it to me. It was good, though. And, a nice portion (my husband and I ended up splitting it). I also ordered the truffle goat cheese kulcha. It was decadent and delicious. the texture of the bread is perfect, the goat cheese gives it a lovely zing, and the truffle tops it off with a nice rich flavor. I'd order this every time. Looking forward to dine in next, but for now a delicious delivery experience.

I've been here twice now and expect to return a million more times. Both times, I devoured the butter chicken (with a side of rice) and added some garlic naan. The flavors are so creamy and savory that you want to slurp up the rest of the dish. My first time there, I didn't get to try any of the appetizers, but the second visit, we ordered almost all of them. I got to try the Nilgiri Crab Dosa, which was delicious, and the chicken katsu bao bun, which was phenomenal! I will order a million more. I also tried the samosa sample. I only tried the potato and pea one, but I loved it. We also got to try each dessert, but I didn't really enjoy any of them. But that's just personal preference. I don't have a sweet tooth, so there's no harm. Others at the table enjoyed them. Another fun thing was when a girl at my table ordered a drink that came out in dry ice, and then one of our desserts came out with dry ice. We were having a blast with the dry ice. So fun! I definitely recommend coming here.

Went for a family member's birthday and it was well worth the price! High end Indian food with amazing customer service and even better dishes- we all had a great time and the restaurant was very clean and aesthetically pleasing,

We ordered several different small plates and cocktails for lunch. All amazing taste and presentation! Staff was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. One of the best experiences I've had in some time and will make the 45 min drive from Illinois again soon

Boy, oh, boy do I love this place! Saffron is everything I want in a modern, inventive restaurant and more. Saffron is an Indian-fusion restaurant, offering up traditional Indian flavors and staple dishes, infused with a variety of other foods from around the culinary world. Think of a standard tikka masala dish, but served like a lasagna. The dishes at Saffron are just so creative, and you can really tell the care and passion that goes into creating them. Now there are plenty of reviews on here talking about Saffron's amazing dinner menu. And rightfully so. It's incredible. But hear me out: DO NOT miss out on their brunch! I know, I know. A place known for it's dinner service isn't always top of mind for brunch spots, but Saffron's is sensational! I absolutely recommend the Masala Dosa. The dish itself it pretty simple, but the flavors here are incredible. I also love, love, love the Bombay Pao Bhuji. And of course, the lotus root chips are an absolute must as a side dish! It's usually fairly quiet during brunch at Saffron, which I feel can only be because not as many people know about the brunch here. So if you are looking for a new place to try out, I definitely recommend checking out Saffron! I can't wait to go back!

We brought some out of town visitors to saffron and boy were they impressed! The menu changed recently, and I think the change is for the better. Portions are still a bit small for the price, but the food itself is amazing! We ordered: lassoni chicken, katsu bao, samosa sampler, paneer mussalam, butter chicken, nadru kofta, crispy cauliflower, and naan. Everything was amazing, but the lassoni chicken and the bao were my favorites! As well as the mussalam. Kofta wasn't my favorite (though our friend did say it reminded him of home) and I do still think the butter chicken could use more of a kick. Overall, I would highly recommend trying out this spot! Just make sure you order a few things!

First time to Saffron. Place is crazy busy with good crowd and vibe. Food is not necessarily traditional Indian. Butter chicken was very sweet, and smoked tandoori lamb chops seemed to be marinated too long - the texture was mushy... chick pea masala and samosas were good, but bread (nan) portions should be larger. I want to give a higher rating, but can only do three stars based on the price.

We made reservations in advance for a birthday. The ambiance is nice. Ample seating, not too close to other tables. Service was good. I think given the price we paid, we all felt like this was a disappointment. My boyfriend and I split the samosa sampler, the tandoori chicken croquettes and the sea bass and an order of garlic naan. We probably should've just ended up doing the tasting menu considering I also got a chai... so plan this ahead of time. Who could go wrong with samosa? I thought they did a phenomenal job on the sauces and I liked them equally. The croquettes had good flavor. I liked the added touch of the pickled onions. I wish the outside was more crispy. The sea bass had a good flavor - crispy on the outside. The curry added a lot of flavor but I wish there was more sauce considering this is a curry. The biggest disappointment when this dish came out felt like it had already been sitting on the table ten minutes. I think the only thing that came out fairly hot was the samosas. Among the others I sampled - the tandoori chicken was too overcooked. The bao buns were meh - I think there could have been more seasoning. And I've had better butter chicken elsewhere. It seemingly lacked elevation for being modern dining.

Husband and I had our anniversary dinner here recently and while it was an overall good experience, some of the food left us wanting more. The restaurant is a modern upscale Indian eatery. The inside is dimly lit, but it definitely fits the vibe. The painting of the woman on the wall is beautiful and makes a very nice backdrop. We decided to start off with some drinks: my husband got a Saffron Old Fashioned and I started with a Lychee G&T. Both of us were a little underwhelmed with our drinks. He didn't really find his Old Fashioned very special or different and mine didn't taste of lychee or gin. I got the Elderflower Blossom after and LOVED it - one of my favorite drinks! The drink is presented with a "bubble" blown table side. Very cool! It also tasted delicious and had all the flavors it promised. We then got the pani puri sampler and the crispy cauliflower. We throughly enjoyed both! The pani puri was served playfully and it was probably both of our favorite food we had that night. It brought us back to India for sure. The cauliflower was also very good. No notes. Would get both of these again! We followed with the Bishop's Tikka and the Lucknow Pea Kofta with garlic naan. Both were a little disappointing. The paneer in the tikka was good, but a little dry. The koftas were the softest I have ever had and the sauce/gravy it came in was one of the best malai kofta I've had. The koftas, though, were bitter on their own without the sauce. The naan was tasty! We did get treated to ras malai for our anniversary and this was pretty spectacular. The dessert came with a side sparkler to celebrate the occasion and the dessert itself was presented beautifully. It emanated a beautiful, flowing mist, likely from dry ice, and it created a very magical feel. It also tasted amazing, coming from someone who doesn't typically enjoy ras malai. This was a very sweet gesture and we both appreciated it. Despite a few things we didn't enjoy, we will remember the meal fondly. Priced as it is, however, this is probably a special occasion place for us.

Vibes are awesome. Just the kind of place you want to be on a nice summer Sunday to enjoy the fresh air mingled with Indian spices. There is a live DJ playing fun Indian music on Sundays, and music was on loud but fun on their patio outside. Atmosphere inside was an interesting mix of rustic walls with chandeliers and metal furniture. Outside overlooks the Milwaukee river and you can enjoy the water view as boats and trains pass by and a light breeze refreshes. Brunch food was great, but stick to Indian, as those seem to be the best. Chicken & Waffle - chicken was dry, waffle was mushy. The chicken breading had hints of Indian spices, which was interesting, but execution was poor. Hubby had this, and I was glad I had the keema instead of the omelet, cuz I have a feeling the omelet would have been just as unspecial (hence I haven't found a single review/photo of it lol!) Lamb Keema - This seemed to be the most keto friendly dish of the menu (minus the butter bread, which hubby was happy to devour). I requested over easy eggs rather than sunny side, and they were happy to oblige. Lamb and spices were absolutely delicious! Masala Dosa - looks like one huge, long enchilada, with curry potatoes and lentils inside. The coconut and spicy tomato chutneys were delicious, and friend enjoyed the dish, though I think he kinda regretted getting a vegetarian fare. Delhi Chole Bhature (chickpea masala) - Spices were similar to the lamb keema, and it was bursting with flavor. It was vegetarian, but was quite delicious and filling. The Fried bread that comes with was absolutely amazing. It looked like a fried naan of sorts, but soft and chewy and delish. The onion pickle was quite different from anything I've had before, but complimented the dish very well. Masala fries - Not too amazing, but good fries. Lotus root chips - crunchy had kicking flavors Mimosa Flight - not overly sweet, but also not very strong. Kinda felt like hard seltzers more than mimosas. Our server was attentive and helpful and pretty amazing! Despite being outdoors, we didn't feel neglected, as sometimes you do when you're out of sight. Overall, a very pleasant experience. Thank you Saffron!

This is a great restaurant in Milwaukee! The appetizers and main courses are really tasty! The deserts have been a hit or miss but the overall experience was really good! I've been there for both dinner and brunch and have been happy with their food!

I really want to like our experience like the one when we visited in the restaurant's opening week, I really do. However, our Mother's Day experience was disappointing. Going forward I don't think I would not go back for any event dining or recommend my friends or colleagues to go during holidays. A couple of things: 1) long wait for guests who have reservations. I am talking about 55 mins of wait. In so many years I honestly haven't been to a restaurant that make me wait more than 20 mins if I have a reservation. It's a restaurant management issue that could totally be avoided. We went with a 3-month old and happened to run into another family who also brought their little one and had a reservation for the same time slot. We two families just frustratedly waited in the hallway with frustrated babies on a cold rainy night for almost an hour (not to mention there were other people who got there way earlier than us but still waited for a long time). 2) severs lack of knowledge or training. We had a few questions about the menu and servers could not answer. We overheard that the table next to us were also asking about ingredients of some of the dishes and servers didn't know the answer. Then, no utensils even after food was served. No water refill in the first half an hour... I think even when I was a sophomore in hotel school 11 years ago I did better in serving in all kinds of chef events than the severs tonight. I am not trying to give the servers a hard time because everyone was friendly - if the management team can make better arrangement and training things could be so much better. 3) food was overall delicious with some dishes being too salty or too sweet. The lamb rack, aloo tikki chatt and naan were outstanding. And you can't go wrong with tikka masala with rice. The Chicken Bao Bun was just ok - the bun was not helping the flavor or texture of the dish. Then the crab dosa - if it's our lack of food cultural knowledge then it's our fault - but it's indeed super salty and we didn't want to just pretend to be "cool". We wanted to learn about it. We asked two servers and one manager and no one could explain or talk about it. The desserts looked cute - just very very sweet. 4) atmosphere and decor were great. No complaints about that part.