Saffron Street in Redbridge

The food was amazing specially the hot sizzling brownies.

I really don't like giving low ratings for food places as I know a lot of effort goes into this business however, this was horrible, I ordered the egg fried rice and it was 99% ginger, literally that's all you tasted. Got the pizza naan chicken and that wasn't great either, really dry and not very flavoursome. The only decent thing was the masala chips which were good enough to eat. This is not a great representation of asian cuisine sorry.

I can't remember the name of my dish. It was a lamb curry. Very nice. Tasty but it was lacking some seasoning. I found the lack of seasoning also in the garlic nan and rice. Just a bit of salt would have enhanced the flavours

We had a table of 5 and though I can’t comment about the large platter my friends had ordered, but the mixed grill was a fantastic choice. The platter had a mixed reception, as white oily and carb based. The pani puri’s were decent. All the meats were delicious and flavourful. A massive portion for the price and is definitely worth it. The service was a little slow and underwhelming, but it wasn’t bad. Will be back!

This is a hidden gem in Ilford. Have been following reviews for few months, and thought will give it a go for Sunday Lunch 😀 Nice choice for vegetarians and good selection if you are foodie 😊 Kalai the chef, ensured our order was served within 15 minutes. Staff were very polite and recommended few signature dishes from the menu. Lunch crowd was just building up for a Sunny Sunday at 14.00 pm, but the place got pretty full by 3.30 and there was big reservation for 20 people, so we were on time before they arrived 😋 Kitchen was super busy with Deliveroo orders too, so it must be popular one for locals! Please make sure, you are super hungry before you come to this place to do justice to the meal. Definitely coming back 🤗

Food was good in taste, however very pricey! Looked at the menu on the website before going and when we got there we realised they had increased the price of most item by 1 or even 2 pounds! £16 for a chaat platter, which gets eaten in just a few minutes. Everything was more expensive than it was on the website so we ended up spending a lot more than we wanted. Menu on website needs to be updated.

Wow! Words cannot describe how the food was, simply amazing 🤩 Made me feel like i am eating on the streets of Mumbai… 🥰 Every dish in the menu is simply amazing The taste, the flavours, the aroma and the service, just loved it. The service was very fast. I would not consider and compare the place to fine dine or any such restaurants but would rather say it’s the best Street Food Joint in London. The taste and flavours beat a famous fine dine around here as well. Best Value for Money as well… Keep it up 👍🏻

Food was delicious. Amazing service especially Jigar was outstanding.

It is a great place to try indian foods.

Most of the food was very delicious except the dum lamb biryani there wasn't any flavours in it.

Suppopper service Thank you Specially for Mr.Manis.

Yesterday went for the dinner with family after my nephew join and placed order at 22:30 the server was in very rush for order after placing the order the food came ill be honest food taste nice comes in couple of minutes as we start to eat but the server comes to the table with the payment machine to take the payment in middle of dinner i understand they have to closed the place but without even informing us comes to take payment is very unprofessional in hospitality staff needs training for the customer service service it was our first and last visit to Saffron street.

Food was delicious, location clean, friendly staff.

Starters are excellent, dhamaka prawn and masala chips spot on but mains not great. But if you are not happy with anything you can tell them and they well try to solve it, I found that out to late plus it was a very busy Friday, but got tandoori chai for free. Thank you

Not only just good food, the staff were very pleasant and friendly. No complaints at all, just plenty of compliments.

Absolutely beautiful food, been 3 times and always crave there masala chips

I got the thaali and it was epic. All meats perfectly juicy and tender.

Food was really delicious and very friendly staff especially Jigar he provided very good customer service

Had dinner at Saffron Street (76–80 King William Street) and absolutely loved it! The Bamboo Biryani was incredible – full of flavor and beautifully presented. Definitely a place I’d visit again and again

I eat here regularly. Somme dishes are better than others. On this visit we were given a small plate of complementary fruit to share which was a nice gesture. I had the prawns to start which were a little too spicy for me but nicely presented in a cocktail glass. I ordered the lamb shank biryani as I’ve often seen it on other tables. I didn’t really enjoy this dish, the lamb was okay but the rice with it was very plain. It was a large portion though, definitely enough for 2. I always order the masala chips and they are always good so no complaints there. Service was a little slower than usual even though they didn’t seem that busy, but otherwise okay.

The toilets were VERY clean, they even have a jug to purify yourself, following correct Islamic hygiene. The restaurant is very spacious with a beautiful atmosphere as well as food serving aesthetic.

Wouldn’t serve my pet this food

Nice atmosphere, delicious food

Very nice Indian restaurant with flavourful dishes and beautiful ambience The food quantity is very nice for the price Must try Masala fries Chicken wings Prawns Dhamaka Tandoori momos Lucknowi Thali

As a mother’s days treat I went to eat with my family at Saffron Street for the first time. The restaurant was packed with people which I saw as a good sign. There was a bit of a wait for a table but not too long. When we received a table there was no menus so I had to request them along with water. Other than that the food was amazing, beautifully presented and very tasty. Price is reasonable, I would definitely go there again.

Been here a few times. The first few times, the food was amazing. Bought us back everytime. But Unfortunately the quality of the food has dropped. The noodles were cold and tasted as if they were made for hours before. Just as a few other things that were ordered. Which is sad because the food in general was amazing. In hoped that the quality gets better

We went there for dinner. Food was nice and delicious. Ambiance was good. Staff was friendly. We ordered ribs, chops, dahi puri, bhel puri, chicken tikka, pina colada. Definitely recommended. It was a very pleasant experience . Booking is required. Plenty of parking available.

Great food, though a bit too spicy for me. Pricing is competitive restaurant prices, so not a frequent visit for me but a good treat. Service was good on the day. Nice atmosphere too.

Nice, clean and hygienic. They gave us dates and fruits to break our fast, which was really appreciated. I preferred the mains over the starters (we had nihari biriyani and dal mahkni - which were very good ). Mango lassi was a bit too thick but had good flavour and the masala chai was spot on. Overall a good, comfortable and reasonably priced restaurant.

Food is okay nothing special. Wish it was more flavourful. Choc brownie was nice. Atmosphere was very awkward inside they should maybe play nasheeds if they don’t play music. Food needs improving- yeah the food is aesthetic but it should taste as good as it looks.

Third time going and I’m disappointed to say the food has gone downhill. Masala chips were inedible, tastes either off or too much soy sauce couldn’t tell had one bite and couldn’t stomach anything more. The lamb chops were old and had a smell Was recommended the dhamaka prawns which we had to return as they had a funny taste. Overall 2/5. Very annoyed about wasting £66 on this unedible meal.

Amazing service, brilliant fusion, amazing ambience. Great presentation. Would recommend, we will be back soon!!!!!

One of the go to places around Gantz Hill if you’re craving Indian cuisine. Multiple options to choose from. Our favourites : spinach pakora, pav bhaji, chicken tandoori, chowmein & Kolkata chilli chicken, Karahi gosht, nihari biriyani, lamb chops. Also great options of desserts & varieties of chai. A must go to place if you’re around this area.

Food was good. Though for veg, there were very limited options.

I have ordered veg chowmin online there was 0% salt in the chowmin. Totally unhappy with the service.

The food was excellent and we had Jigsr assist my table and he recommended us food that was delicious,he was a very nice person aswell.Would come again to the restaurant.

Went here for dessert their brownie sizzler is delish

Went there on Sunday lunch time. What dreadful service. Been going there regularly up to now but since Raj has left the service has gone completely . Will not be going there again

Great food fast service good atmosphere and good price would highly recommend and go again in the future

Visited last evening for dinner, catching up with friends after a long time. After we sat down, we were told that we have only 1.5 hours to finish dinner which we weren’t told when we ordered online and towards the end even when we didn’t finish our food, waiters kept looking over and moving tables close to us to make us get up and leave. It killed the whole mood. I wouldn’t recommend the place if you are looking for a relaxing evening. It’s basically business for them with loads of walk ins without booking!!

Best food in london. I tried many restaurants in UK. But saffron street restaurant food is best among all.

Great tasting food and portions sizes but the chicken chow mein and chicken briyani was wayyyyy to spicy! Especially for the kids. They should have different spice levels. Overall, the food is nice and tasty.

Great tasting food and portions but the chicken chow mein noodles and chicken briyani was wayyy to spicy. They should have different options for spice levels especially when kids are eating. Overall, great ambience and quality tasting food.

Considering the variety and extensive menu they offer I was pleasantly surprised with the food. I managed to try some of the Chinese, Indian and mixed grills. Food had lots of flavour and tasted great. Only thing I would say is not everything tasted fresh off the stove. Would definitely come again. Must try.

Gorgeous food as always and great service. Love coming to Saffron Street

My whole experience here was very positive. The staff were very helpful without being pushy, a very relaxed atmosphere . The food was amazing, not oily or over spiced. I felt like I was in a friend's house eating .

Came here for a dinner with friends. We ordered a mixture of items from the menu. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. We ordered the butter chicken and karahi lamb curry, both were very good but the butter chicken was the star. The lamb ribs were incredibly tender and flavourful and the momos very tasty. We ordered the spinach starter and that was absolutely delicious. Almost everything was amazing, solid 9.5/10 visit. Will definitely be coming again.

This place is my favourite place for Indian food. Delicious food can’t beat it ❤️❤️

Heard alot of good things about this place but sadly didn’t live up to my expectations. Food was not very nice quality. Ordered a lamb curry and it was mostly rubbish quality meat. The prawn starter was probably the only decent part of the meal. Not a place I would recommend.

In the mixed grill the chops and kebabs are good however all the chicken is nasty as skin is not taken off

Vibrant atmosphere and great service! However, I was slightly disappointed with the mixed grill. It wasn’t as tasty as it looked! Hopefully it can be improved in the future!

I recently visited this restaurant, drawn in by its reputation and promise of high-quality Indian food. Unfortunately, it turned out to be a disappointing experience. I ordered the thali, and while it looked fancy and well-presented, the food itself was just okay. The only standout dish was the chicken biryani, which was flavorful, but the rest of the dishes lacked the authentic taste I was expecting. For the price, I was hoping for something far more impressive. Additionally, I couldn’t help but compare this place to Saffron Kitchen on Lea Bridge Road, where the food is more flavourful and authentic. Here, it felt like the focus was more on style than substance, which left me feeling the experience wasn’t worth it. In summary, this restaurant didn’t live up to the hype. If you’re looking for truly great Indian food, I’d recommend skipping this place and heading to Saffron Kitchen instead.

Very nice place to eat, always never fails to disappoint

... Very long waiting time ... food was OK....

Very expensive and a limited menu option, some good food tastes.

Quite a nice place to enjoy evening meal , the starters are really good, mocktails excellent, the atmosphere is quite good but I wouldn't say its a cheap meal.

Excellent food , Jigar was very welcoming and gave us 5 star service

Zigar thanks for the hospitality my friend

Absolutely brilliant food is amazing as always definitely recommend

Went there Friday night . The guy who takes your name was unfriendly and did not smile there was another guy who took the order was cold and un friendly. Staff are stuck up . They kept offering. 2 white girls on the table free tea and desserts and smiling with them so they clearly chose who they want to greet and smile at.more welcomeimg restaurants in the area with lovely food. This restaurant is hyped up and overpriced

Really enjoyed the food ,bit spicy for me . Lots of choice, staff were friendly and didn't wait long for food after it was ordered. Would definitely recommend it.

authentic Indian cuisine. Would definitely recommend. Slightly expensive but good food

Atmosphere was good, i already reserved the table so that hassle free experience. Overall food is fine, i ordered mix grill which is good having low spice level my kids enjoyed that. Rest all food was very very spicy kebab, lamb curry, spaghetti also having too much food color. Orange color doesn’t make meat appealing rest was fine.

I came to this place thinking of an ordinary Indian restaurant but no it wasn’t. I came in and the interior was decorated the seats were comfy and clean. But good things come with bad things. I had to wait maybe 5 mins to even order at my table but it was worth it. I got a thali but I can’t remember the name of it but I know is the second thali in the menu. The food was fantastic and I had the tandoori chicken & butter chicken which was so good with the garlic naans. The service was very good and we got a free water. Overall the best Indian restaurant I’ve ever seen.

Went last night with my son and wife sorry to say even though the place was fully packed very busy the food was terrible we ordered Bhel phori was the best thing we had from our four dishes we ordered bao buns meat. masala dosa. Lamb chops which were the worst my 15 year old has ever had totally cheap quality meat poor taste my wife tasted the chops she was shocked such cheap poor quality we ahouod have sent them back undercooked we have travelled the world not just UK this has to be very very worst Lamb chops we have ever had very very poor and I cannot understand why this place was packed has to be for dating and meeting friends but sadly to say the food we had was terrible the masala dosa was totally flavourless just potatoe and onions smashed together no flavour the bao buns my wife had were it was like I eating a lamb curry in a steamed bun it did not go at all it was supposed to be pulled lamb but it was a lamb curry we also had two pina coladas nothing special and feel cheated on spending £60.00 on one of the worst meals ever and I eating a out on a weekly basis I wish I had never gone in there and taken my wife and son to somewhere very below par so I cannot see where they get high ratings …

Great place, excellent food and reasonable prices.

I have been so many times and food was good

Review 31/12/24 Food: 5/5 Ordered the Lucknowi Darbaari Platter, which featured beautifully grilled chops, spicy wings, butter chicken, a flavorful meat dish, and samosas. Every item was packed with delicious, bold flavors that truly impressed. Service: 5/5 Exceptional service with courteous staff who thoughtfully offered a jug of tap water. The food arrived promptly and was served hot. The staff was attentive and checked if we needed anything further throughout our meal. Atmosphere: 5/5 The décor was stunning, blending a street-style vibe with a rustic touch, all while maintaining impeccable cleanliness. It added a unique charm and warmth to the dining experience. First review is the place: 7.5/10 Food presentation was great. Food tasted good. Great atmosphere including customer service from a friendly team.

Love this place! I've been a few times with friends, but tonight took my daughter on a mummy daughter night out & she too loved it. The food was amazing! Customer service was as always great, available if you need them but not forever in your space. Cannot wait to return.

We went to Saffron based on other local friend's recommendations. The food was excellent, slightly pricey. Well cooked and beautifully presented. Agree the foods were good but what wasn't there is welcoming behaviour. We wanted to sit in the middle somewhere but we were told that there would be big group coming so we can sit in one corner and we were offered to sit by the kitchen. Later we saw there was no group and they allowed other families to sit where we wanted to sit. We went to that restaurant from really far as we live outside London so we are disappointed. I would highly recommend the restaurant owner to train their staff about customer service as we do not eat free and all customers should treat equally not based on community. On the positive note, their nihari biriyani, chicken lollipop and rasmalai cake were really good.

I ordered takeaway Biryani, presentation was excellent but tasty and flavour wasn't that good

Nihari biryani presentation was really nice and clean

Not the greatest but it’s not bad either. The thali and mixed grill were amazing. The curries were average. Drinks were good. Service was excellent. Atmosphere was great. Clean and sparkly. Everyone can be catered for, including children, families, large groups, etc. It is spacious. Parking can be found outside or nearby in the evening.

Honest opinion: This has to be my favourite Asian shop in Gants Hill area. When you come here the main two dishes to get are the masala chips and the mixed grill. The atmosphere here is a very good vibe, It’s a place I’d definitely recommend. The chai also is definetly worth getting and is served up in a nice way.

AWFUL to say the least…. Over cooked mushy soggy Briyani & a tasteless dry mixed grill. Complete waste of money and Xmas dinner treat spoiled ;(

**Excellent Dining Experience** I’ve been to this restaurant twice, and both visits were delightful! The staff are incredibly kind and welcoming, making the atmosphere warm and inviting. The food is absolutely delicious, with flavors that keep you coming back for more. It’s always busy, which speaks volumes about how much people enjoy dining here. One of the highlights for us is the tea table—my wife absolutely loves the tea, and it’s now a must-have whenever we visit. Good people, great food, and an overall fantastic experience every time. Please continue maintaining these high standards—it’s what makes this place so special. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience!

Amazing food and experience, very helpful staff, 10/10 would go again

Not as good as "big bro" Saffron Kitchen but still a nice place to eat. It is a bit pricey for what it is, which is basically a very limited menu (used to be much better a few years ago) and the facilities, example for prayer are nowhere near as good as Saffron Kitchen. But it's a pretty good halal spot in the area.

Knockout restaurant. The food was spot on, all authentic and full flavoured. Had the thali, mixed grill and desserts. Loved the thali, all freshly made so had crunch and flavour. Chops were melt in your mouth and perfectly spiced (also in the mixed grill). Biryani was very good. All good portion size. Mixed grill - succulent chicken and good portion too. Again chops beautifully tender. Salty lassi was excellent. The desserts were amazing. I was expecting a lot from the fried falooda and it beat my expectations, super thin filo pastry giving it a delicate crispy texture with delicious ice cream set in the rest of the falooda components. Never had it this way before and a delicious experience. Milk cake was also a favourite. This is all presented really well and with great service. We went with friends who love this place and has become our favourite restaurant in the area.

This the place always go there every once a month with family or friends Best food

Very busy on Saturday night. There was 8 of us and we had booked a table but it seemed they were struggling to get people out who had finished their food so people waiting could sit down. The food came fairly quick which was good and the food was alright, a some items such as the lamb curry were quite spicy which overpowered the flavour. Biryani was good and service was also good, however i think the management is in rush to get people in and out quick to clear tables for the many people congregating by the front door

I believe this restaurant has declined since my last visit in January 2023. On busier days such as weekends staff are more interested in on customers leaving and paying as soon as possible so they can fit in more customers. I guess that is how the business works best to maximise profit. Although the interior is nice overall layout is congested with high levels of noise. Food was average and does not have a unique selling point for the price it charges. Sometimes due to how hot the food is it is difficult to taste the flavour. For a restaurant standard I expect it to be much better than what it was.

The restaurant struggles with several key issues that detract from the experience. For one, the prices are notably high, making it less accessible for casual outings. Additionally, the interior is uncomfortably warm, with no background music to enhance the ambiance. The lack of proper ventilation means the dining area is filled with heavy food aromas, leaving diners’ clothes smelling strongly of the kitchen—a major inconvenience that lingers long after the meal. While the food itself impresses in certain areas, these shortcomings in comfort and atmosphere may make diners think twice before returning, despite the culinary highlights. The highly spoken about masala chips is not all that at all its just a ketchup and vinegar flavoured chips.

I enjoyed the food and service Amazing place

Went with my friend because i love their butter chicken. Food was good overall but the lamb shank biriyani was not very nice no flavour or spices at all just a piece of lamb shank with boiled colored rice. Most importantly they should do something about the place being too smelly. The service was average I would give it a five if the staff smiled a little and spoke a bit friendly they act like robots. Couldn’t enjoy the atmosphere just the food.

Have been back here a couple of times. Food is excellent and presentation is great. Staff are very helpful. Would highly recommend.

I had an amazing dining experience at Saffron Street. The place always has a queue and reservations are recommended. The restaurant is nice and spacious with beautiful decor. Ordered the following: The mixed grill came with two of each, pahadi murgh tikka, lamb chops, seekh kebab, tandoori chicken and sholay wings. All the meats were super tender and full of flavour. 5/5 The Indian thali option lets you taste almost every item in small portions. The curries were really tasty especially the biryani and butter chicken. 5/5 Bombay Birria Tacos filled with pulled lamb. The meat was amazingly soft and delicious. 5/5 Masala chips were delicious, a must order. 5/5 Jug of Passion Fruit Mocktail - it was 2 of us and we got a few glasses each. The mocktail was really nice and refreshing. 5/5 The presentation of the dishes were amazing followed by the outstanding service by the staff, they regularly checked on us while we were eating to make sure we had everything we needed. There’s a pay and display car park nearby which is free after 5pm Monday - Saturday. Highly recommend and will be visiting again soon.

Biryani is worse , too much oils in the rice . Not recommended.even we complain to their team no response.also tandoori chicken it’s just a name not taste like tandoori chicken.

Food was ok(👎)...not rich as per the restaurant look... They r not serving as a part of hospitality....thy jst put food plates on the table... U can't feed ur stomach with the restaurant look or atmosphere... Right?

Excellent restaurant which we visited for my son's birthday dinner. Food was tasty and well presented, service was very good too and staff were helpful. Only thing is, it does get very busy so be sure to book before visiting as waiting time can be an hour on weekends.

November 2024 Not a great experience on my recent visit. Nimbu chicken was terrible and too oily, mango prawns were too sweet and pulled lamb bao bun was really bad as well. Other usual stuff that we normally order like Nihari biryani and Kolkata chicken was good. So yeah, I came back disappointed and dont think I'll be going back again. February 2024 Wow, what an amazing experience!! We went as a large group with a toddler, and they reserved a very comfortable corner area for us with loads of space for everyone. Indian street food was amazing. We had Chole Bature, Pao Bhaji, Sev Puri, and Dhamaka prawns, and everything was awesome. Karai gosht and butter chicken was nice too but not exceptional. Mixed grill is the only thing I didn't enjoy and was strictly ok. Ras Malai cake is not to be missed and of course tandoori chai is mandatory to finish the meal. All in all an amazing place and I'll be going back very soon.

Great food. Somewhat different from the usual but still very tasty. Reasonable prices.

Came with my friends. Such a beautiful place and lovely staff.

I found the staff a bit rude, when I placed the order I just asked how roughly it would take ,he replied rudely saying you just ordered. The staff wasn't friendly at all, the food portion was small. Laal mass and Ribs weren't good at all. I only liked Nihari biryani 7/10

Wasim was brilliant, very attentive and made our dining experience all the more special with his professionalism.

Amazing service from Wasim give him promotion.

Great food and great service. Wasim who served us was very friendly and helpful.

It’s pretty loud in here and seating is super close. I’ve had better lamb chops and I wasn’t a huge fan of the biryani. Samosa chaat was good.

Wasim was very helpful today, give him a raise !!

Been there a few times. Food taste keeps changing. Service from our waiter was very good. Had to wait 30 Minutes to be seated. Food arrived pretty quickly. The curries were bland and disappointed my expectations. The chicken Lolipops for the kids were very dry and over cooked. A very expensive order that was not appreciated this time round.