Saffron - Modern Indian Dining

Truly excellent modern Indian food in a hip and stylish environment. Terrific service - my server helped me decide on my meal and j ended up trying something new (and mild) when I usually go with my spicy favorites. The food was simply delicious! And presented so elegantly, too. I can’t wait to come back!

Can't express how good saffron is, checks every box. Quality, ambience, and hospitality! Thank you for your level of service! Would recommend to anyone looking for a great night in milwaukee!

Such a beautiful fine dining place to have some delicious Indian food. We went for a friday night dinner and the place was packed..so will
Highly recommend reservations. We tired the chicken croquettes and the lamb rack appetizer both were just delicious. They also gave an extra tandoori chicken croquettes on the house which was a very nice gesture. For main course we ordered lamb dum biriyani, lamb korma and butter chicken. The biriyani was the best! Though the portion size is less the food tastes good. The butter chicken was a bit sweet to our taste though very creamy. For dessert we got the gulab jamun and the carrot (gajar) halwa. The presentation of all the dishes were so
beautiful. The service was smooth. The pocket pinch is a bit high but worth it.

Last night, we had the pleasure of dining at Saffron, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The food was nothing short of spectacular—each dish was a masterpiece bursting with flavor and presented beautifully. The menu offered a delightful variety, and every item we tried was a culinary triumph.

The service was equally impressive. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly, making us feel welcome and well-cared-for throughout the evening. Our server went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed, and their recommendations were spot-on.

The ambiance added to the overall enjoyment, creating a perfect setting for a memorable meal. We cannot recommend Saffron highly enough. If you're looking for an extraordinary dining experience, this is the place to go. Five stars, without a doubt!

Thoroughly impressed with my first visit to Saffron and I can’t wait to go back. The food is upscale Indian with a creative modern twist. The ambiance is beautifully done chic but not overly fancy by any means. We came in on a whim at 5:30 on a Saturday and got bar seating without reservations- surprisingly because I think this place is usually pretty booked up. The service was impeccable. The food was delicious, well presented and honestly tasted even better than it looked. They also have a unique cocktail menu. I was looking to see how could anyone possibly give this place a poor rating and the first bad rating I saw was someone complaining about the food being too spicy.. like seriously? It’s Indian food. Don’t go out for authentic ethnic food and then expect them to dilute the taste profile to your lack of palate. My son has worked with Michelin star chefs and even he didn’t have anything bad to say about the food here. Enough said.

Really great place. This is the best Indian food I have had in my life. The most expensive as well. But well worth it. Many dishes has bisque -lolr smoothness. All protein was tender as can be. Great service as well.

The food, presentation, atmosphere, and service were AMAZING here! The lamb chop tandoori and butter chicken were our favorites but you really can't go wrong. I think this is the best Indian restaurant we've been to in Wisconsin. Friday evening into the weekend can get very busy so try to reserve in advance on those days if you can!

Lively, fun, and creative Indian dining experience. The butter chicken and lamb korma had rich and robust flavor. Unique Seabass curry. The samosa sampler and pani puri sampler brought a great diversity of flavors. Stunning drinks too - the chai manhattan and cardamom mezcal were my favorite.

We had a wonderful Mother’s Day experience this year, and they were very kind and considerate of my mother’s gluten allergy. Will be going back!

I had a delightful experience at Saffron,
the modern twist on traditional Indian cuisine was a pleasant surprise, and the flavors were outstanding. The ambience added to the overall enjoyment with its welcoming atmosphere. Overall, Saffron is a great choice for those looking to savor delicious Indian cuisine in a modern and comfortable setting.

Hands down the best Indian restaurant I have been to so far. The food was so flavorful, service was great. The Golden Coffee is a must try if you are a coffee lover. Can’t wait to go back again!

This place is hands down the best Indian restaurant in the state of Wisconsin. I love their attention to detail from creating perfectly balanced delicious dishes, glassware and drinks, to the decor. Everything we ordered was on point and the service was very attentive. We ordered the butter chicken, duck kebabs, and goat stew with a side of roti. The naan and roti were prepared perfectly (my fiancé and I also have a catering business so we notice all of the little things) I would highly recommend visiting this restaurant if you are looking for Indian cuisine. We will be looking forward to our next visit and will definitely recommend and return!

Took my boyfriend here for a birthday dinner and it was amazing! The service was excellent, the ambiance was perfect and the waiter was very helpful in suggesting his recommendations. It is nice to finally have an upscale Indian restaurant in the Milwaukee area. You will not be disappointed!

This place is AMAZING! The staff from the moment we walked in welcomed us. They took time to explain the menu and find drink and food choices that worked for our group. We were a group of 8 so sometimes that’s hard. They we super accommodating and we loved the food and atmosphere. This is the best Indian food and cocktails I have had in awhile. Their attention to detail makes you enjoy your dining experience that much more. I’d recommend this place to anyone traveling through Milwaukee that likes Indian food or is at least interested in trying it: the butter chicken and bao buns are phenomenal!

Such an amazing dining experience! The waiter would always check up to see if everything is good. This is not any Indian food at other restaurants. It’s an upgraded version! Presentation is pleasing and the quality is AMZINGLY DELICIOUS! The meat is cooked to perfection, not too overcook and each curry have its own taste. Smooth, thick and cream😋the restaurant have great environmental atmosphere. It’s highly recommended 100%

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!

Such an amazing experience! Our parents recommended this spot and this is the new favorite for our family to get together from all corners of the country. Anastasia is such a gem - I hope the next time my family is all together in Milwaukee, she will be our server again. She is sweet, charming, and deserves nothing but the highest praise! Thank you SO much Anastasia. You made our dining experience an 11/10! This girl truly made our evening and we couldn't be more grateful!

Everything was excellent.. I wasn’t expecting traditional Indian flavors in Milwaukee… me and my wife we really enjoyed everything and Rasmalai was the best I ever had in my life.. I am true swwwt lover…

One of the best Indian Restaurants I have been to. Indian Cuisine with a Modern Twist. 10/10 points for taste and 10/10 points for food presentation also. The Chicken Tikka appetizer was so tender, juicy and flavorful. Their Butter Chicken is just out of the world! We also had the Malabar Curry which was amazing. Also not to forget the desserts- simply awesome!

Saffron have done a fantastic job of serving not only delicious food, but creating the right atmosphere and cocktail list to compliment it. I’ve been saying for years that Indian food needs to be enjoyed in such an environment and this is officially one of my fave spots in MKE.
Definitely get the Butter chicken, fig naan, garlic naan. The Tandoori Salmon also great and I imagine all the tandoori dishes are too.