Saffron Restaurant

4.4 (244)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

161-50 Cross Bay Blvd, Howard Beach, NY 11414

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Saffron is a family owned restaurant in the heart of Howard Beach.
While we offer a variety of traditional Spanish tapas, we also offer a wide variety of innovative dishes which incorporate Italian, Greek, Cuban, Asian, and American styles into made-from-scratch dishes you will never find anywhere else. In addition to Meat, Seafood, and Vegetarian options available for every visitor, our Chef is also able to deftly assist with any dietary needs or restrictions you may have.
Saffron has plenty of free parking located in the rear and we are happy to accept orders for take-out.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Lunch Sun 1:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(347) 392-4152
Website
http://www.saffrontapasny.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Herbert Duarte
Catering
We are flexible to our guests needs. If interested in off-site catering, Saffron will customize menu options for any customer interested and will customize package options.
Private party facilities
For parties of 65 and over, Saffron will provide the entire dining room for a private dining experience.

Location
161-50 Cross Bay Blvd, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Neighborhood
Howard Beach
Cross street
Cross Bay Blvd
Parking details
Free parking area is located in back of the restaurant.
Public transit
Q41
Entertainment
Flamenco performances are held once a month along with a weekly flamenco guitarist. Performance dates do vary; It is recommended to check our facebook or website to find out about our upcoming shows.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Chubby Camarone$16.00
shrimp, scallop, mushroom stuffed shrimp
Cornmeal Crusted Calamari$16.00
marinara, jalapeno avocado aioli
Spicy Garlic Shrimp$16.00
extra virgin olive oil and chick peas
Charred Pulpo$17.00
smashed potatoes, paprika, beet puree
Corn Fritters$15.00
shrimp, lobster, lemon yogurt
Seared Sea Scallops$17.00
chilled orzo salad with artichokes, black olives, grape tomato, feta
Mac and Cheese$16.00
shrimp, crab, manchego, breadcrumb
Linguini$17.00
octopus, baby bok choy, orange butter sauce
Mediterranean Stuffed Clams$13.00
serrano, pepper, onion, garlic

Meat Tapas

Mixed Chorizo and Onions$12.00
Empanadas$15.00
ground lamb, tzatziki
Ropa Vieja Tacos$13.00
topped with pico de gallo
Lollipop Steak & Shrimp*$17.00
- Chorizo$18.00
Grilled Thai Wings$11.00
honey, soy, sweet chili sauce
Rioja Braised Short Ribs$16.00
garlic smashed potatoes
Lamb Kabob*$15.00
tzatziki, cucumber, pita bread
Croquetas de Jamon$13.00
serrano ham, bechamel
Cuban Sliders*$15.00
chorizo, pickle, provolone, aioli
Plantain Nachos$16.00
ropa vieja, avocado aioli

Veggie Tapas

Fried Fresh Mozzarella$13.00
Wild Mushrooms$13.00
white wine, garlic, fresh herbs
Quesadilla
- Cheese$11.00
- Chicken*$15.00
- Shrimp*$16.00
Yucca Fries$10.00
tossed with lemon and garlic
Asparagus a la Plancha$13.00
sofrito, manchego cheese, balsamic
Black Bean Dip$14.00
cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo, house made tortilla chips
Hummus & Baba Ghanoush$14.00
served with pita, mixed olives
Rice Balls$13.00
arborio rice, butternut squash, mozzarella

Soup and Salad

Saffron Tomato Soup$9.00
spinach, house made croutons
Burrata$15.00
baby arugula, serrano ham, balsamic reduction
Caesar Salad$12.00
romaine lettuce, tomato, house made croutons
- Chicken$16.00
- Shrimp*$17.00
Greek Salad$12.00
mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, red onion, olives, red wine oregano vinaigrette
Saffron Signature Salad$13.00
mixed greens, dried cherries, toasted almonds, cabrale, raspberry vinaigrette

Paella

Vegetarian
- For One$23.00
- For Two-Three$36.00
- For Six$68.00
Seafood / Meat / Fideua Noodles
- For One$27.00
- For Two-Three$41.00
- For Six$77.00
Valenciana / Negra
- For One$29.00
- For Two-Three$45.00
- For Six$83.00

House Specialties

Sofrito Roasted Half Chicken$24.00
saffron rice, black beans, pico de gallo
Grilled Atlantic Salmon*$26.00
white bean stew, kale, bacon
8 Ounce Filet Mignon with Shrimp*$40.00
asparagus, garlic smashed potatoes, demi, burre blanc
Herb Crusted New Zealand Baby Rack of Lamb*$39.00
wild rice and spinach
Grass Fed Skirt Steak Churrasco*$35.00
yucca fries, chimichurri

What 244 people are saying

Saffron Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.1Ambience
2.7Value

Noise • Moderate

244 Reviews

J
Jeremy VIP
New York City64 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place has been a neighborhood staple for years. My family and I enjoyed our visit immensely. The food and service were superb. Herbert runs a great team.
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MayraL
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was great, the food was delicious my friends and I had a great time.
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OpenTable Diner
New Jersey3 reviews
1.0
Dined on December 22, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food quantity is very low. We order Mashroom Galouti Kabab. They gave 2 piece of puffed mushrooms, which is not enough for even one person appetizer. Another one - Avocado Raita in small shallow bowl feels like why I even ordered this item. One more faux - The Kullar Chai does not come in real Kullar. It is in regular brown cup. Overall you leave the place hungry after paying fat bill.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
New York City15 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 21, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Absolutely delicious food. I have never had anything that I didn’t love.
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AmyF
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 2, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
While being seated there were two employees arguing with each other which felt inapproppriate and made us wonder what was going on. This happened right at our table. Overall we enjoyed the food. Had to ask for water refill but didn't receive it. Had to ask again.
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johnc
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 21, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food ..Great staff very tentative!! Will be coming back!!
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Kare
New York City5 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 21, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The service was very good, but the food was nothing special
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Dybo
New York City33 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was a bit loud. Quite busy for only 2 servers who did a pretty good job considering
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MatthewC
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, don't let the price scare you because the portion is giant. Great service and very attentive staff.
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DeborahM VIP
New York City50 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been here many times over the years and they never disappoint. Food and service are always excellent.
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FAQs

Saffron Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (347) 392-4152.

Saffron Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 244 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

161-50 Cross Bay Blvd, Howard Beach, NY 11414

Additional information

Cross street
Cross Bay Blvd
Neighborhood
Howard Beach
Hours of operation
Lunch Sun 1:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free parking area is located in back of the restaurant.
Public transit
Q41
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Herbert Duarte
Entertainment
Flamenco performances are held once a month along with a weekly flamenco guitarist. Performance dates do vary; It is recommended to check our facebook or website to find out about our upcoming shows.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.saffrontapasny.com/
Phone number
(347) 392-4152
Catering
We are flexible to our guests needs. If interested in off-site catering, Saffron will customize menu options for any customer interested and will customize package options.
Private party facilities
For parties of 65 and over, Saffron will provide the entire dining room for a private dining experience.

Saffron Restaurant

About this restaurant

Permanently Closed

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Meat and Cheese

Queso$22.00

Charcuteria$22.00

Plato de Quesos y Charcuteria$32.00

Seafood Tapas

Chubby Camarone$16.00

Cornmeal Crusted Calamari$16.00

Spicy Garlic Shrimp$16.00

Charred Pulpo$17.00

Corn Fritters$15.00

Seared Sea Scallops$17.00

Mac and Cheese$16.00

Linguini$17.00

Mediterranean Stuffed Clams$13.00

Meat Tapas

Mixed Chorizo and Onions$12.00

Empanadas$15.00

Ropa Vieja Tacos$13.00

Lollipop Steak & Shrimp*$17.00

Grilled Thai Wings$11.00

Rioja Braised Short Ribs$16.00

Lamb Kabob*$15.00

Croquetas de Jamon$13.00

Cuban Sliders*$15.00

Plantain Nachos$16.00

Veggie Tapas

Fried Fresh Mozzarella$13.00

Wild Mushrooms$13.00

Quesadilla

Yucca Fries$10.00

Asparagus a la Plancha$13.00

Black Bean Dip$14.00

Hummus & Baba Ghanoush$14.00

Rice Balls$13.00

Soup and Salad

Saffron Tomato Soup$9.00

Burrata$15.00

Caesar Salad$12.00

Greek Salad$12.00

Saffron Signature Salad$13.00

Paella

Vegetarian

Seafood / Meat / Fideua Noodles

Valenciana / Negra

House Specialties

Sofrito Roasted Half Chicken$24.00

Grilled Atlantic Salmon*$26.00

8 Ounce Filet Mignon with Shrimp*$40.00

Herb Crusted New Zealand Baby Rack of Lamb*$39.00

Grass Fed Skirt Steak Churrasco*$35.00

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