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Saffron Restaurant & Lounge - Permanently Closed

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$30 and under
Mediterranean
123 North 3rd Street, Suite 101, Minneapolis, MN 55401

About this restaurant

Permanently Closed - The critically-acclaimed and award-winning Saffron Restaurant & Lounge is the brain child of brothers Saed & Chef Sameh Wadi. Opened in February 2007 and now nationally recognized for their fresh interpretation of traditional Mediterranean cuisine, featuring a seasonal menu with a strong emphasis on the old world tradition of sharing a meal, from the delectable Mezze/Tapas to the unique selections of Tagine and Entrées, you are sure to find something to crave.

The bar at Saffron is an ideal location to sit and relax while enjoying unique, hand-crafted cocktails, craft beer or enjoy a glass of wine from the perfectly adapted wine list with selections from around the world.

The space itself boast a vibrant, warm and inviting atmosphere, while staying casual and fun, which makes it a perfect location for dinner with family and friends, business associates or an intimate night out.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour: Monday - Friday: 4:00pm - 6:00pm Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Dinner: Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Sameh Wadi
  • Catering
    Saffron is pleased to offer off-site catering in the convenience of your home or office.
  • Private party facilities
    Saffron offers dining room buy-outs with a food and beverage minimum. Multi-Course menu and wine flights to suit the most discerning tastes are available upon request. Buffet Style private party are available to.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / North Loop
  • Cross street
    1st Avenue & 3rd Street
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking on 3rd St & 2nd Ave $1 per hour (meters enforced until 11pm daily for 2 hours). A convenient secured & well lit parking ramp (Ramp C) is located on 2nd Ave between 3rd & 4th St (just across the street from our building).
  • Public transit
    If you are taking the light rail to downtown Minneapolis, we are only 2 blocks away from the last stop at first Ave.
  • Entertainment
    Chef's music selections.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Saffron Restaurant & Lounge - Permanently Closed offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (612) 746-5533.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Saffron Restaurant & Lounge - Permanently Closed

123 North 3rd Street, Suite 101, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Additional information

  • Cross street
    1st Avenue & 3rd Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / North Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour: Monday - Friday: 4:00pm - 6:00pm Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Dinner: Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Tapas / Small Plates, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking on 3rd St & 2nd Ave $1 per hour (meters enforced until 11pm daily for 2 hours). A convenient secured & well lit parking ramp (Ramp C) is located on 2nd Ave between 3rd & 4th St (just across the street from our building).
  • Public transit
    If you are taking the light rail to downtown Minneapolis, we are only 2 blocks away from the last stop at first Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sameh Wadi
  • Entertainment
    Chef's music selections.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Saffron is pleased to offer off-site catering in the convenience of your home or office.
  • Private party facilities
    Saffron offers dining room buy-outs with a food and beverage minimum. Multi-Course menu and wine flights to suit the most discerning tastes are available upon request. Buffet Style private party are available to.
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