Saffron Indian Cuisine Restaurant in Halton

Overall an excellent meal. Lovely comfortable decor and pleasant friendly staff. Well recommended. The food was very tasty and unlike some Indian meals didn’t leave you feeling bloated. Good crispy Papadoms without a hint of grease came with a nice tray of lime pickle and chutney etc. Menu had chillies next to each meal so the strength was clear. I like medium hot so chose a Bengal chicken with a 3 chilli mark and Pelau rice, would recommend it if like me you enjoy a curry that has a nice spicy taste but not overpowering. But in general there was a good choice, the chef’s specials were a little more expensive but just went for something I thought I would like. My partner had papadoms with Chicken Pasander which is mild and she really enjoyed, nice Pelau rice with both meals not lumpy but well flavoured. 650 mml of Kingfisher (just over a pint) and a coke came to about £42 but if we had been able to add a bigger tip would have given them £47. In the end gave them about £45.

Sadly and it pains me to give any business owner a bad review, but this place is a joke. Furthermore, school boy error that I didn’t trip advise this place before ordering? Usually we go to two other restaurants but we couldn’t be bothered driving, so we gave this place a shot. Firstly the take away meal arrived and I had to drive back to the restaurant to query why so little sauce and tiny portion size given the £40 cost (just for takeaway mains) Returned home, tasted the food and I could not decipher what I was meant to be eating? Food lacked any depth and real flavour, tandoori chicken tasted like rubber and the sauces just terrible. The chapattis could have been used at ‘lords’ as a cricket ball, such was the hardness. Also….why do all the meals come in microwave Tupperware? That in itself is a Red Flag? Your paying a premium price and getting cheap quality ingredients. Never again, there’s plenty of really good Indian restaurants in Widnes and surrounding areas.

Very disappointed 😞 all the food was microwaved!! And the curry sauces were bland! Àll food short of flavour. Pity because the restaurant and decor has a good feel .Sorry won't be coming back.

After placing a £40 takeaway order the food should of arrived within the hour. After two hours we called and enquired as to where our order was. After a further hour we called again and asked for a refund to which we are told would be processed straight away. Two weeks later and after a couple of emails and also trying to call the restaurant (ringing out) we are still yet to receive refund. To sum it up I will never eat in or takeaway from here again. You shouldn’t have to chase your own money back like this and they still have near £40 of my money. Shocking service!!!

The last time we had a bad experience was during eat out to help out and just put it down to a one off..... We went again, the food was sparse to say the least, it was cold and when we complained, the waitor argued with us, took the food away and microwaved it. We asked to speak to the owner..... Surprisingly, not available. AVOID

Everything we had was bland at best and pretty dire at worst. There were 8 adults 7 of whom had various alleged curry’s. They all looked the same. Basically some sort of brown mush. I’ve eaten curry around the world, including a fair amount in India. This was by far the worst “Indian food” I’ve every had. The staff were uninterested and underwhelming. The “ chef” should hold his head in shame but there’s no excuse for the owners who really should consider training for both themselves and their staff. Curry is without doubt my favourite food but if this was what it all tasted like I’d not bother. Just disgraceful.

Called in for a midweek meal after work. The service and food where both excellent. I find it hard to believe some of the poor reviews I have read. Definitely not in our experience, looking forward to our next visit.

Went here for my 50th birthday, service was excellent, food was great and staff exemplary.. just gutted I’d waited so long to try it .. quirky place and loved it . X

My husband bought us a take away from this resteraunt last night, we had one previously which was extremely dissapointing, but we gave the resteraunt the benefit of the doubt as possible a one off issue, this meal was the same, my husband phoned the order through at 5.30 and the person answering the phone said he needed to check whether they had ran out of lamb and proceeded to shout to the cook in the kitchen, aa it was very early in the evening we were both quite shocked that they thought they may have ran out!! My husband collected the food at the time advised, 45 minutes later, the resteraunt is literally round the corner from where we live, my husband went in the car to ensure the food remained hit but unfortunately the nan was over cooked, crispy and stone cold, the rest of the food was cold also, we bought a prawns cocktail starter which had limited sauce and we,d put in the fridge for later so we didn't delay in serving the hot food. We have eaten in the resteraunt and are never served food like this, although it is considerably more expensive, we won't be ordering from here again,can would advise anyone considering, looks elsewhere, the food went in the bin, a total rip off!!!!

1st time back after the lockdown. Food and service where both fantastic as usual. I had Murghi Massala, keema pilau. My wife the Chicken Sondhia, pilau rice, a couple of nann breads to mop up the best tarkha Dahl you will ever have. The best 8nfian in our region by far.

Just been in this evening. Lovely welcome from Jamshed, Waqib and Brenda and Ernie (the owners). Two steak hot rocks, were delicious, two fantastic Jalfrezi’s. The best service and superb food, great selection of Gin’s and other drinks. Cannot fault the p,ace. Utterly superb. Thank you, we will be back soon!

Just been in this evening. Lovely welcome from Jamshed, Waqib and Brenda and Ernie (the owners). Two steak hot rocks were delicious, two fantastic Jalfrezi’s. The best service and superb food, great selection of Gin’s and other drinks. Cannot fault the p,ace. Utterly superb. Thank you, we will be back soon!

Had a great evening at this small but perfect restaurant.From the warm greeting on arrival, the professional & polite staff to the delicious food, every aspect made for a great eating experience! I can’t believe that this little gem is only 2 miles away & has been opened for 20yrs & it was our first visit, one things for sure, it won’t be our last!!( our favourite dish was the Saffron combo, a great taste of India on one plate!)

Was treated by Mum for my Birthday. We ate Chicken and Lamb Tikka and Samosa for starters along with Popadoms and Pickle Tray followed by Prawn Madras, Nan and Pilau Rice. All top quality washed down with a pint of Kingfisher and glass of Merlot. We really enjoyed our experience here, Mum knows the staff who were attentive and helpful especially as she’s no very mobile.

14 plus of us went to celebrate our sons 21st Birthday, the food was fantastic and the service was first class There was nothing the staff could of done more to help us all celebrate,l Would highly recommend

I went to this restaurant with my daughter last night. What a great experience. This has to be the best Indian restaurant around. The food was delicious and the service impeccable. I think it's been open since around 2000 and they still have basically the same staff,that says a lot for the owners. In fact a friend told me a nearby Indian restaurant tried to poach the Chef and staff, they are that good. No expense has been spared decorating the entire restaurant it looks great and enhances the atmosphere. If you don't like Indian food don't worry they have great British alternatives, especially the steak on granite. The only thing that was missing was some atmospheric traditional music. Len Horrocks

We visited this so-called restaurant for a family meal last night. Starters turned up an hour and a half after we had ordered them, and the mains took a further hour to arrive. Food was disgusting and overcooked, staff were rude and unhelpful, dishes were missed off the order and the beer was off!Upon leaving, we told to the manager how disappointed we were with our visit - she was clearly not interested in anything we had to say and shrugged it off. I would recommend that everyone avoids this place, you'd be better off going the chippy!

It's been a while since we were there as younger members of family weren't keen on Indian food . But we Booked a table for 8 and had a great meal in lovely surroundings . Although because there several big parties we were a little crampedStaff were very attentive and helped the younger members with their choicesGreat starters and excellent mains !My Madras was a bit hotter than I expected , but the owner was on hand to get some yoghourt to cool it down a bitOverall a very pleasant dining experience !

First impressions very beautifully decorated and a very popular place restaurant looked to be full. Was very loud very much a family outing sort of place I'd say with the atmosphere there. Service a little slow granted it was a busy night but with that many staff passing us was a little bit concerned we'd been forgotten about. Starter was a good portion size they had run out of samosa so offered to substitute for spring rolls instead (we had a mixed starter). Main course was okay that's all I can say about it just okay. Naan bread lacked flavour very bland. All in all i don't think id return there

Well I have to say it's a very popular place. We went on Saturday and the place was packed. The food on the other hand was very average. Nothing really stood out to me. Starters were ok. Mains were a bit lack lustre, not much sauce on any of the dishes. The naan tasted like a shop bought one. Not for me. There are far better curry houses in Widnes.

we went to the saffron Saturday night with our friends from kent we were greeted as we walked in by the hosts always very nice and pleasant we hadn't booked a table they said it was no problem as usual the food was excellent served by the three attentitive waiters they always take the time to chat to you theres always a very friendly atmosphere when we were leaving we had a nice chat with the owners we will be back again soon thanks for a great evening

Era un poco tarde después de una reunión de negocios. Nos llamó a 8. 45:00 reservar una mesa. De mala gana, nos dijeron que eran órdenes de última tomadas por 10 horas.

A family run restaurant, you're looked after from when you first arrive and throughout your time there, lovely food and nice atmosphere too

Had a lovely night at the saffron spotless clean had the early bird which was great value for money many thanks to the owner and lovely staff see u soon xx

When I'm working away from home I always go to this place for a meal staff really friendly and professional, I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good food.

Sorprendido por algunas malas críticas de este restaurante! Entonces nos dimos cuenta de que había un tesoro escondido (competidor escrito) agenda la comida y el servicio aquí son fantásticas y la gerencia siempre charlar y hacer sentir bienvenido. Es profesional limpio y a un precio razonable por lo que es aconsejable reservar una mesa con antelación.

No ha sido aquí para las edades, pero estaba muy bien y el personal era muy agradable. Sin duda volveríamos aquí otra vez.

Muy muy amable los propietarios tomaron tiempo hablando a todo el mundo allí mesas incluso nos aunque la primera vez que visitábamos muy acogedor y amable. Tuve el bauna curry y fue agradable mi esposa tenía la carne se puede cocinar su propia comida y fue increíble jugosos y llenos de sabor muy poco de grasa en el increíble!

Nos visita frecuentemente pero nunca comida siempre encantador y el servicio inmejorable. Los precios son más que razonables, mi favorito es el Jalfreizi

Fuimos aquí esta noche con un amigo.

Went here unexpectedly and pleasantly surprised. Good food and service. Great portion sizes. Kids meals were good too

Below the standard we had at a previous visit, service sloppy meal average, Naan bread was awful. very expensive for what it was, wouldn't go again.

Saffron is by far the best restaurant in Halton. (Widnes, Runcorn.) The food is always excellent and the staff are the friendliest and most knowledgeable around. Ask them about any dish and they will tell exactly, about it. The décor has regular changes some of them only subtle but always effective and in good taste.

The food was lovely and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. The only reason I didn't give 5/5 is because at some points during the night the service was a little slow with drinks being forgotten on a couple of occasions.

It is great to have a local restaurant that you can rely on. The Saffron offers beautiful food served in a relaxed, family atmosphere. The standard of service is second to none.The menu has sophisticated Indian food but is not trying to be too clever. Portions and the levels of hospitality are very generous.

Simply fantastic! Everything about this place is amazing. The owners give it a real family feel. Nothing is too much trouble and the rest of the staff are fantastic.The food is beautiful and the prices are extremely reasonable. I've been to many Indian restaurants in my time but it would take a lot to beat this place.

visited 7th january was quiet when we arrived we were greeted as always with a happy new year by the brilliant friendly staff seated straight away the lads took their time talking to us we ordered drinks & food which was absolutely gorgeous piping hot can honestly say we have never had a bad meal in this restaurant thats why we go back again and again the lads are a credit to brenda & ernie

We've visited the Saffron on numerous occasions and find this comfortably the best curry house in town. The service from the lads is phenomenal and the food is fantastic. I have seen some reviews on here not giving it justice and although they are entitled to their own opinions frankly they are completely wrong.

Been here quite a few times and food is beautiful! Friendly staff! The couple who own it are lovely and always make you feel very welcome!

Went here when we discovered that other nice looking Indian in Widnes, you know, that new one, got a zero food hygene rating (ok, so they now have a 4 star rating, but at the time it was nope, nope nope). Was just the two of us and we had a great meal, in a nice atmosphere for couples.Food was great, although disappointing they had no lamb left at an early sitting on a Saturday.Staff are friendly and prices are reasonable for a good quality Indian.

Thought I'd give the Saffron a try for the first time, must say that it will also be my last!Poppadoms were stale, dips looked like they had been sat in a hot cupboard!Thought I wouldn't judge till I had eaten my main, what arrived at our table can only be described as a bowl of luke warm slop. We did eat a few mouthfuls but couldn't go on, paid the bill an made a sharp exit!If you like cheap tasting & looking cuisine then the Saffron is for you, but personally I like my food to be edible so will not be returning!!!!!!DISGUSTING!!!!!

A very welcoming restaurant in the historic village of Farnworth.A great menu with an extensive range of Indian and English cuisine. Staff were very good and the food was excellent. A bar area to enable you to have drinks before your meal. All adds to a very nice experience. Open early from 5.30pm with 'early doors' menu available at very fair prices. Well worth a visit

Always a consistent success for couples or groups. Great range of food, good value for money and excellent service.

I used to love this place, but it went steadily down hill. One year, they put on a fantastic show on valentines day and I hoped things had started to pick up again. That was short lived and with the place empty most evenings, I wont go now. It really just needs standards to go up and stay up so you know you will get a good mean. A few times now, I've had food that tasted off. One time this was met with little to no interest. So, with other places like the Barton Rouge doing well even mid week, I think the message should be clear.Staff and owners very friendly. Decor nice, but the food is why I used to go there. I'd like to go back.

We visited this restaurant after been disappointed in Barton rouge on Thursday night on the 27/8/2015 as we left Barton rouge we walked in to Saffron and asked the waiter table for 4 he took us to the table he asked us drink very nicely after all we had our food it was beautiful and we been served with excellent service we enjoyed our night so for us no more Barton rouge I would recommend you all to Saffron lovely food very friendly staff . Thanks Saffron we had a great night xxx

We visited this restaurant for our little family dinner the food was gorgeous staff are very friendly people we enjoyed our food and evening there were few other tables nice atmosphere so I would recommend you to try this friendly gorgeous food you won't regret it once again thanks to the 2 staff who served us with the pleasure . 25/8/2015

Best curry house in Widnes fantastic food and friendly staff .Would recommend the chicken murgi masala and the mugali . Best Indian meal we have had has come from this restaurant .

Great food and staff really friendly ,service great ,they also sell hot rock cuisine which is amazing

Needs a lesson on how to cook garlic chilli chicken. Poppadoms and little pots lovely. But meal was a let down. Sorry.

Lets start with the rice. The menu offers a selection of several rices but the waiter tells us the options are only boiled or pilau! I selected a hot chicken dish, the chicken was cold with a scalding hot source. As for taste I've had hotter Korma!! The naan was very small and under cooked in the middle. We didn't stay to try a desert. So to sum it up: Poor service, atrocious food, over priced! And to top it all the owners swanning around like a pair of cheap Blackpool guest house owners.....or maybe you like that type of thing! £160 for 5 of us 3 not drinking.

The only thing you need to know about this restaurant is that the curry I ordered had a cheese slice on the top of it... Avoid at all costs. So many nicer places to eat in the area which are cheaper and much nicer.

I would expect much better quality for the prices charged. The main curry dishes were bland and the meat was tough and cold. £12 a dish (meat and sauce only) is too much for the quality served

I live within walking distance of this restaurant but have never been before. On Feb 14th our daughter was staying out overnight so we took the oppertunity to go out. Not the best night to book a last minute table being Valentines night, but whenI rang they were very helpful and accomaodated us --around 9pm. having seen the very mixed reviews was not sure what to expect but very pleasently surprised. Staff were lovely the bar area was nice to sit in and bar staff very friendly. Our meal was lovely not better but certainly as good as any Indian Restaurant I have been to previously and we had a really lovely evening. The chocolate fountain I think, mentioned in previous review was for Valentines evening and I certainly didnt see anyone 'sticking their fingers in it' I would not hesitate to recommend this to my family and friends.We will return and are planning take our Daughter with us this time. --watch this space

We love the Saffron, the food is excellent and the staff are very friendly. If you want value for money in luxurious surroundings with top notch food then look no further.

Food was awful. Chicken was tough sauces tasted either bitter or to sweet. Out dated chocolate fountain with fruit as centre piece which people were using their fingers to pick up. Not ever going back. Worst Indian ever.

we visited with family,who are regulars there, and love it --we had the combination starters, which was nice-then we all had different mains, I chose the Chicken Dhansac, which was very very sweet,(much better in our local at home)--there were no condiments on the table we had to ask. staff were very attentive-- but it was almost empty- on a friday night any-way. We did think prices were very good for food and drinks for 8 people.

I consider myself a regular at the Saffron and have been many times. Over the Christmas period they decided to drop the early bird offer however Being quite shrewd this was not mentioned until drinks had been served making you feel somewhat committed to staying. Food is still good but I do feel duped at a rather sly tactic.

me and my husband have been going to this restaurant for years we sometimes go with freinds on this occasion we visited on our own it was thursday 7th of january it was quiet which is to be expected after xmas and new year we were greeted as always with a smile and happy new year the staff are a credit to brenda and ernie some which have been there a long time they have become freinds now we will certainly be back soon

Both my fiancée & I had been ill all over Christmas & we were still not feeling great but our reservation was made months before so we dragged ourselves out hoping to get home as soon as possible. The service was fantastic from the moment we walked through the door & the menu had us looking forward to a meal for the first time in days. The food was truly delicious & although it was NYE on the 1st sitting we were given plenty of time to enjoy it.Once the bill came we were more than pleasantly surprised. Fantastic price for a wonderful meal. Thank you Saffron.

Great place, lovely caring staff and mgt,, with fabulous food options.Cater for fab Indian flavours without going over hot. Look after you so well on special occasions.Never rushed and always welcome. Would recommend to anyone without hesitation, noting obviously cater for none Indian palates too.

I have been to both the restaurant and the T room. I have always found the food to be of a high standard and if you get in before 7pm you qualify for the early bird. The food is always tasty and the restaurant is spotless. The T room was a bit of a new venture for the owner but I think it works well.

we have been going to this restaurant for a few years now the food has always been lovely the staff always take time to chat to you the owners brenda and ernie are really nice it is expensive more than others but it is in a nce area the chef came and spoke to us which was really nice we will deffo be going again soon cant fault it

Extensive menu and quick but quality was not the best. the place did seem to be spotless though. and is ok if you want a no frills takeaway.

Food and service were rather good. I would certainly recommend this restaurant, although it might be an idea to book as it gets busy on a Friday and Saturday night.

Have the changed the Chef .I've been going here for a few years now but was very disapointed on my last visit .Chips looked like fry ups .and the king prawns were definetly not king more like paupers..Expensive for what you get will try elswere .

Been to this Indian on several occasions and the only bad thing to say is that they don't deliver! The food is delicious and they have a good variety to choose from.Pleasant atmosphere and they have done the best with what is quite a small area for the seating plan.

I had a takeaway recently that had a stone in it ..only tiny but enough to break a tooth.. as i live locally i went back to return it and ask for an explanation as to how it could have got in the curry....initialy the owner agreed and said it looked like a stone...however the owners wife and the staff all insisted it was a piece of a spice that had hardened...ummm??..having read another review re a stone found in the food I am sceptical....yes they did give me the £6 cost of the curry back-rather gracelessly...I will not be going there again or recommending it

Excellently priced, parking at side, very, very friendly staff, all lovely.Food is amazing. Chicken chat is my favourite starter followed by saffron special with peshwari naan. Chicken madras is also excellent. I have had most of the dishes on offer and I have never had a bad meal.I have had the honour of visiting chef in his kitchen - and they are spotlessly clean.I don't go anywhere else.

After visiting for my mums birthday meal it's safe to say we won't be going there ever again. The food was bland lacked flavour and laced with salt! The only saving grace was the owners attentiveness! Poor value for money and seriously overpriced

Got a pathia & Rogan josh take out from here, food looked great tasted great until my wifes tooth went crunch...she spat a small stone onto the table? A Stone.....phoned the restaurant person said bring in the food & we will give you another meal ? suppose they couldn't do anything else but what bothers me is how the Donald duck a STONE gets into food ?

Lovely indian food staff really friendly i prefer this resturant to any other indian in widnes. Must try the sizzling platters

I live quite close to this restaurant so I tend to get takeaways more than eat in. I have eaten in around 3 times last year and the restaurant seems very clean and organised staff. The starters are much better than the main dishes. So much so, if I get a takeaway, I generally just buy starters now as a main meal.

Have been a patron of this place for years and - with one exception - have never had a bad meal. I tend to collect (i.e. takeaway) rather than dine in the restaurant itself, that said though on the occasions I have dined there the staff have been friendly and courteous, and the dining area is very nice. The food is consistently very tasty and portion sizes are very reasonable. No other Indian restaurant in Widnes or neighbouring towns come close!!

Well we were booked fir 9 p.m but when we rang to say were waiting for a taxi so would be 10 minutes late they were not one but amused quite rude so we said we wouldn't be bothering to turn up at all. Was a special occasion ruined by their rudeness. Will not be booking again

Ok and local, there are better further afield, but value for moneyStaff and service good. Small car park, some had to park on main road.

My family and I have been coming to Saffron since it opened and it never disappoints. As a family, we are rarely all together in Widnes, and one of our traditions is Saffron on Christmas Eve. The service is great and the staff are friendly and willing to help; this year we added an extra four people to the table and although we rang ahead this had not been noted in the bookings. Despite how busy it was, they managed to get us a larger table, no problem. The food is lovely and easily the nicest Indian in Widnes, although not the cheapest! The dishes taste fresh and the menu is really comprehensive with great selection of starters, mains, breads, rice and sides. Highly recommended.

Cant beat this place, there is something very special about the way they cook their food. Whether it be eat in or take out, the lads in there are always welcoming. The Christmas decorations make the place even nicer to go to also.Ive tasted other places Indian food, but it doesnt compare to The Saffron. We always get more meals to take home and eat over the weekend too - as a treat !

Update to one of my reviews as I consider myself quite affluent and particularly demanding when paying for the privilege of having my dinner cooked for me,gave this place another go as after another review I thought I'd missed something.............I hadnt and after sampling all but one indian restaurant in the widnes area I have to say this place is average in its food,ambience and atmosphere but above average in price,in the future if I want taste I'll go to vatikka which for me is way above the standard of this place or to spice of india for the cheaper but far superior option than saffron both of which dont feel the need to get staff or friends to post good reviews of their restaurant

The Saffron is tucked away in Farnworth village between Widnes and Cronton. It is certainly worth the journey as you will receive attentive service in a relaxed but very classy environment. The food is simply excellent and the clever flexible menu system enables you to almost plan your own individual curry. However i would recommend the Chef's Specials as all of our party who tried them were delighted. There is an option to cook you own meat on a hot stone which we did not try but looked quite spectacular. Good value too as the cheaper Indian restaurants in the area feel just that, cheaper alternatives. The Saffron is very civilised with an affluent clientele but quite informal and welcoming.

Had a meal a few weeks ago,very nice place,was quiet for a Saturday night but that's fine,nice food and good service,nice atmosphere,only thing was we thought it a bit pricey compared to other Indians in the area

We were a party of five who had missed our earlier dinner reservations at the Church View pub, looking for somewhere local to where we were staying that was still serving food we happened upon the saffron. We phoned and the staff were very accommodating and within 10 minutes we had arrived and been seated. The food was gorgeous, even our non curry eating friend tried a curry and loved it. The staff were fantastic very patient, attentive and helpful. Food was hot, and of excellent quality. the nicest Indian I have had in a long time.

Went here last week. The restaurant wasn't busy when we got there but was starting to fill up as we left. Very attentive staff with quick, inconspicuous service. Gorgeous food - we had a pathia, a dhansak, a hot stone sizzling thing where you cook the meat yourself and an omelette for the non-Indian food lover. We all thoroughly enjoyed it and, I have to say, the pathia was one of the nicest I've ever had. Lovely; will definitely be returning.

I brought a friend here last night ....it was his first visit and I had bulled it up to be special....however, it was good at best. We had two waiters ....one very attentive and nice ... The other surly. We had nawabi murgh (my fave) and a lamb spinach dish. Both were just warm. The restaurant was not busy so no excuse. The food was good but I am a bit of a stickler for HOT food (I'm also reluctant to send food back). The temperature in the restaurant was cool which didn't help the ambience. Disappointed ....

Was in last week - excellent curry as usual. Quality was first class. Had Lamb Tikka, onion baji, and then Madras. Looking forward to returning. Good service and good selection of whisky.

The food is always amazing whether we sit in or get takeaway.The shared starter of Saffron Royal with the chicken or praw chat puri is to die for !Friends who have ate in Rusholme curry houses or in Bradford have raved about this place as wellBest thing is its only round the corner from home :)

Had some takeaway from here last Saturday. For 2 it cost £30. The Prawn puri was nice but the onion Bhajis were increbily greasy. The mains (Bhuna and Tikka Masala) were very lacking in meat and the meat that was present was very poor quality. You could taste just how pumped with water it was. Thin runny sauces and cold too. I wouldnt recommend and wouldn't go again.

Great service and food. Perhaps a bit cramp but otherwise a great experience. Handy car parking at the side . And takeaway available if wanted.

Small restaurant, in Farnworth Village which has a car park to the side. We have been here many times and never had a bad meal, bad service or rude staff. The also do takeaways.The staff have been there for years and the owners are generally about at weekends to have a chat with. They always check that everything is ok and you are happy.I had the chefs special, chicken was delicious and sauce very tasteful.We have en our children on previous occasions and they always make a fuss of them.Will be back very soon.

a small restaurat in farnworth village widnes.nice bar area and excellent dining area.Quality and authentic food with good service,private parking.

i love indian food but this restaraunt has badly gone doen hill. The meat they use is very poor quality. The currys are well flavoured but the chicken is tough as old boots !

Have been to this restaurant a few times and it's never let me down. The service and the food is excellent . I am no expert on Indian food but the waiter was so helpful with his knowledge and recommendations. The portions are more than enough and the prices are reasonable. Next time I go I will try the early bird deal as I got there just after it finished and there was it seemed quite popular by the amout of people there. The music seems to have stopped , as it seems you have to buy a liecence to have play music. Why dont they give these places a chance ? Never heard anything so daft ! All in All you want be dissapointed if you are looking for a nice indian meal.

I gave this place another chance recently.The food is okay, I had the early bird 5 course meal for £10,95. The chicken madras tasted lIke it came out of a packet and the chicken is still rubbery and tasteless. The onion Bhaji starter was good, as we're the pappadums and pickle tray. The biggest problem with this place is the staff. They are surly and uncommunicative. The young scouse asian lad in particular is clearly in the wrong job. He is utterly charmless and downright rude. I witnessed an elderly lady who was clearly unfamiliar with indian food be told that she had to cook the food herself! What he should have explained is she had enquired after their black rock grill which is an at table experience where the customer can cook food to their liking. The Poor lady just looked confused and he made no attempt to help. Ive had it with this place there are plenty of better places in Widnes now.i will leave Brenda and Ernie to rest on their over decorated laurels.

We went last night for Father's Day, party of 6 including a 4 year old. The food was piping hot, freshly cooked and the staff attentive, kind and warm! We were not rushed or interrupted by anyone. My daughter was given lollipops and a bowl of ice cream. The shashlik ad chicken chat puri starters we amazing and my daughter loved the butterfly Prawn. The meat was succulent and soft an the sauces full of flavour, 3 rice and 2 naan more than sufficient for we 6. Well done Saffron, superb!!

The saffron is the best restaurant in widnes bar none, great food, attentive staff, a hidden gem, you will not be disappointed.

Had a great evening, lady manageress was fantastic- really good night. TOP Marks.

I was shocked when I saw this place averaging 3 stars it's the best Indian in widnes I often get take aways and have eaten in 3 times the food is always fresh and not swimming in ghee as with some Indian places, the staff are so polite and welcoming the decor is relaxing and luxurious and although not the cheapest place you get what you pay for an that's superior service and high quality food!

Once again a lovely meal from start to finish. All of our meals are lovely and I honestly do not know where the poor reviews on here are coming from. The waiters are exceptionally friendly and always ready to please giving advice on all varieties of tastes. The owners of the restaurant are very attentive to people and take great pride in giving an excellent service. A very friendly place with a nice atmosphere. We love it!

I have rated this restaurant poor as it is now the third time (but now last time) we have eaten here and been given cold food. I have to say that they are very good with regards to heating it up for you but it is just a consistant problem and very irritating. This time though, the problem was also with the quality of the food. The chicken was extremely poor quality and you only get 4 cubes in a dish. (a good thing actually when you realise that is it spongy, watery chicken with no flavour). The sauce in which the chicken was served was not good. We had a madras that tasted like curry powder mixed with water. I could have made better at home myself. Apart from the mens toilets (which are a disgrace), the restaurant is actually quite nice. Good atmosphere. The lady who served us was very friendly and helpful, so from the service point of view we cannot complain. However, as the primary aim of the evening was to go out and enjoy a nice meal with friends, the quality of the food means that we will NEVER be returning. I suggest that if you do wish to visit this restaurant, you are honest with them when you get your food and tell them if you are not happy. I am sure they will correct things. Personally I would just rather not go again.

We rang the Saffron and booked, we arrived and were not seated, merely scowled at, the place was empty aside from people in the bar waiting for the rest of their large, well 6, party. It was obvious they were the sole focus of the 2 staff. The staff were surly and hostile, they finally seated us, eventually brought our drinks and took our order, after an age brought the so-so food, the Stone Grill is a rip-off gimmick btw, then left the plates et al on our table til we eventually had to go and seek them out to request our bill. When I eventually found the staff they were sat on their arses playing with their phones, and these weren't 'kids' they were oldish guys who should know better! We never even managed to get a second drink as they just left us to our own devices. To sum up: the worst service I have ever experienced, never felt so unwelcome in a restaurant in our life, so no tip for these lacklustre chaps! We have never had a worse dining experience! So avoid, unless you are a masochist, the place may look pretty but all that glisters is most definitely NOT gold! Only rated a 1 as there was no -5!!

Not your usual run of the mill Indian restaurant. Helpful, friendly staff will always give you advice on what to choose from their extensive menu if you need it. Nice relaxing surroundings and excellent quality meat and produce. Never disappointed.