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Saffron - Modern Indian Dining, Milwaukee, WI

Saffron - Modern Indian Dining

4.7
4.7
385 Reviews
$31 to $50
Indian
A modern twist to traditional Indian Cuisine elevating the dining experience with its Artful Presentation & Contemporary Design

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 33 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Indian, Contemporary Indian

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (414) 539-4980

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

Popular dishes

What 385 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Innovative

  • Wisconsin

    Healthy

  • Wisconsin

    Hot spot

  • Milwaukee

    Innovative

  • Milwaukee

    Healthy

  • Milwaukee

    Hot spot

  • Milwaukee

    Good for special occasions

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  1. KishenG

    Chicago

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great experience and had a wonderful time enjoying the cocktails and upscale Indian flavors. Our server was excellent and went out of her way to make the occasion special for us including celebrating my Pams birthday. 🎉💕
  2. KyleG

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My fiancé and I went here for the first time to celebrate our 8 year anniversary. Everything was phenomenal - food, drinks, service, and the ambiance was wonderful. A very fun place to celebrate our time together. A little on the pricier side but you certainly get what you pay for. We will absolutely be back again!
  3. Athens

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an amazing and wonderful experience, our waitress was fantastic! Every dish we had was outstanding and we cannot wait to come back! It was a perfect way to celebrate our ten year anniversary!
  4. LouBee

    New England

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Food is good but does not justify the prices. Feels like the prices reflect the high rent of the space not necessarily food quality. Service was excellent - our waitress was wonderful.
  5. LouisW

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time having brunch at Zaffron and it was absolutely amazing! Food was delicious, fantastic cocktails and our server was amazing and able to answer all of our questions. I brought 2 first time diners from Chicago and they could NOT believe this restaurant is in Milwaukee and fairly new! Absolutely a stellar experience from the host greeting us until our departure.
  6. BrianH

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was absolutely wonderful and beautifully presented in a very narrow Chicago style dining area but with WI servers and prices. Go there.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dishes all around! The food was delicious and flavorful and the service was fantastic. Great cocktails too. Best food we had on our trip to Milwaukee!
  8. Elizap

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service the family had such a great time! The staff even brought out two complimentary deserts and a complimentary appetizer since we were celebrating a college graduation
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service as always! Never disappoints. Best Indian food in Midwest.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We reserved it for our anniversary but we were seated in the middle on two tables and the parties on both sides were very loud. The panir curry was too sweet and the food was just OK for the price.
  11. MaryR

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was friendly and knowledgeable. The cocktails were excellent. Every dish we tried was delicious. Can’t wait to go back.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience1
    New York prices with average food. I went there expecting to be blown away and walked out feeling like I spent three times what I should’ve spent for lunch. Service was poor even though there was hardly a person in the restaurant.
  13. Jason

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, we went during a holiday with a reservation. We had to wait over 30 minutes past our reservation time, but the food was worth the wait! We will be back!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They were wonderful- my mom is 80 and with a walker and they were kind and accommodating for her as a last minute add. Very kind people with excellent food .
  15. Stephanie

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the most consistently great restaurants in town. DO NOT deprive yourself of a dessert experience either!!
  16. kelkelrf

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible flavors, unique presentation, astute service. This place is unmatched!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    It is so nice to see this kind of response in Milwaukee. Food flavors were definitely Indian, but with twist in presentation. My cocktail was amazing with a bubble of smoke on top. We will be back.
  18. martinm

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was really good .we got some appetizers and a dinner both were fantastic. Would definitely go there again
  19. FranR

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience2
    With two of our dishes (one of which was labeled an entrée, for $27), the portion size left us shaking our heads. And an “order” of na’an consisted of one piece, cut in half, for $7. The food was good, but the prices and portion sizes were all over the map—not proportionate.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    After reading the great reviews, we arrived with high expectations, and we were rewarded with an amazing meal that exceeded our expectations. Everything was delicious, and I can’t say enough about about the chocolate mousse with strawberry cotton candy.
  21. SuzyE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, excellent service. Have been a few times for dinner and just tried their new brunch menu. SO good!
  22. AkshayJ

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    Not a big fan of the food. The moilee was not authentic. The pani puri was bad. The lobster was over cooked.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious dishes and posh yet comfortable decor.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food and service! The samosas were delicious and the chutneys and sauces were the best we’ve had!
  25. Sarah

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Every time we have a meal at Saffron, we don't think it will be as good as the last time. Then it's even better. The Mumbai Sour was a delightfully refreshing drink, the service was efficient and polished, and the Butter Chicken, Garlic Naan, and Lamb and Rice dishes make you want to keep coming back. The best date spot in Milwaukee.
  26. jsrcrb

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    This is a great modern India restaurant. The only complaint is that both our dishes were very spicy - almost forehead sweat but not quite - our waitress indicated after that our dishes - one Lamb and one lobster tail - were medium spice. I wish the menu had mentioned it, and did not ask after dinner if there were other selections with minder spice. I thought the Naan bread was fantastic but a little pricy for the amount served. We had to order extra bread to help cut the spice. If you like spicy food then you will love this restaurant.

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We will take your feedback into account going forward and will make an effort to be more transparent on the spice level in our dishes.

  27. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent drinks, food, location and atmosphere!!!

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you so much for dining with us!

  28. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve been there before but it has been many months because we live out of town. Their standards are still exceptional-the ambiance, food & staff are all wonderful. They helped us with food selections for our party of 9 when it came time to order shared plates. Everyone loved their dinner too. We celebrated a birthday and their birthday is outstanding! A table sparkler along with donuts over a dry ice dish. The other dessert was chocolate with a edible stick topped with cotton candy- impressive presentation for the evenings finale.

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review, and for choosing us to host a special birthday celebration! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience and can't wait to have you back soon.

  29. MitriannaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Can’t wait to go back. Food was delicious, staff was very nice. Food was worth the price and I can’t wait to return!

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you so much Mitrianna! We truly appreciate your review and can't wait to have you back with us soon.

  30. rickyrodmke

    Milwaukee

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the new brunch menu! Creative and delicious dishes from a very talented chef!

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you so much for this amazing review, Rick! We truly appreciate your support and can't wait to have you back soon.

  31. DarlaE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing! Only feedback would be that the naan is overpriced for how much you get. I would recommend increasing the serving size.

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you Darla! We appreciate you dining with us and will take your feedback into account going forward.

  32. StephanieG

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful Indian food. loved the samosas and fig naan!

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you so much for dining with us and leaving this kind review Stephanie!

  33. JasonA

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was amazing, and the service was excellent! I would recommend this place to anyone who likes Indian cuisine.

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you so much Jason! We truly appreciate your review and kind note about our staff member. We can't wait to have you back soon.

  34. randy

    Milwaukee

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    good food but too crowded (tables too close together) and way too pricey. Not worth the $ they charge

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you for dining with us Randy, we appreciate your review and feedback.

  35. Nellie2

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The perfect spot for a good meal and a unique spin on some traditional iconic Indian meals. It was not the typical Indian restaurant, which was refreshing. The service was great and the waiter was great with making recommendations that fit our needs. The dining area is quiet small so be prepared for that, and it is always packed! Make reservations well in advance and enjoy a unique dining experience. The dal Makani was divine! Honestly couldn’t find a flaw with any of our choices. Worth getting the Elderflower blossom cocktail! Definitely will be recommending it to friends and taking guests there when they’re in town. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Wow, thank you so much Nellie! It truly means to much to us. We appreciate this amazing review and we can't wait to have you back soon.

  36. Rockmom

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an amazing dining experience! From the moment we walked in we were treated to first class service. They drinks were amazing and unique, they were served with a bubble from a bubble gun! We had a birthday girl at our table and the special surprise at the end of out meal did not disappoint. The place is absolutely beautiful! From the larger than life mural to the blue velvet seats there is something beautiful at every glance. Highly recommend.

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you so much for this incredible review! We are so honored that you enjoyed your experience with us. We can't wait to have you back soon!

  37. Zizka

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience4
    Although the food was good and the owners took care of us well, we waited for an hour for our table which was far from ideal. The food was good but portions were small for the price and nothing stood out as a real WOW moment.

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Zizka. We apologize for the wait and hope you'll give us another chance soon.

  38. DaleP

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. We both did the tasting menu so we could try a bunch of things on the menu.

    Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on May 5, 2023Thank you so much Dale! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience and the tasting menu. It's such a great way to experience many of our dishes! We can't wait to have you back soon.

  39. StaceyN

    Milwaukee

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spectacular meal! Upscale and delicious Indian dining!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Milwaukee

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner 4/8/23. The soft shell crab bao bun and the morel lamb entree were our favorites.

FAQs

Saffron - Modern Indian Dining is rated 4.7 stars by 385 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 33 times today
Google Map for Saffron - Modern Indian Dining

223 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202-5771

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Milwaukee

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Indian, Contemporary Indian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    None

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