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Saffron - Modern Indian Dining, Milwaukee, WI

Saffron - Modern Indian Dining

4.8
4.8
774 Reviews
$31 to $50
Indian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
A modern twist to traditional Indian Cuisine elevating the dining experience with its Artful Presentation & Contemporary Design

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Contemporary Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (414) 539-4980
  • Website
    http://www.saffronmke.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

Our kitchen uses certified Halal/Kosher meat and prepares certain menu items that include dairy, gluten, nuts, shellfish, sesame, and soy

Small Plates

  • Saffron Canapé Flight

    Lamb Tart | Duck Croquette | Sweet Potato Achappam | Crab Pie Tee | Fish Taco

    • Truffle Mushroom Masala Dosa

      Shiitake & Porcini Mushroom | Truffle oil | Tamarind Black Garlic Chutney

      • Chicken 65

        Crispy Kataifi | Podi Masala | Sour Cream

        • Chettinad Crab Cake

          Lump & Jumbo Crab | Chettinad Spices | Curry Leaf Aioli

          • Hash Brown Chaat

            Potato Salli | Beetroot Yogurt | Tamarind | Chickpea | Togarashi

            • Pulled Tandoori Chicken Bao Bun

              Marinated Chicken | Sautéed Peppers | Steamed Bao Bun

              • Tandoori Shrimp

                Marinated Shrimp | Signature Saffron Spice Blend | Sweet Peppers | Mustard Oil

                • Truffle Lamb Keema Sliders

                  Minced Lamb | Truffle Oil | Pickled Onion

                  • Tandoori Chicken Momos

                    Ground Chicken Dumplings| Chili Aioli

                    • Kolkata Beetroot Chop

                      Crispy Beetroot Cutlet | Goat Cheese | Pickled Beets | Mint Sauce

                      • Smoked Kashmiri Chicken Tikka

                        Cardamom | House spices | Cranberry Gel

                        • Achari Paneer Tikka

                          Indian Pickle Marinated Cottage Cheese | Onions | Peppers

                          • Crispy Cauliflower

                            Spiced Cauliflower | Signature Sauce | Ginger & Garlic Emulsion

                            • Shrimp Koliwada Taco

                              Garlic Aioli | Radish | Salsa

                              • Samosa Sampler

                                Assorted Indian Puff Pastries - Potatoes Peas & Jalepeno Cheese

                                Entrees

                                Served with side of saffron rice

                                • Saffron Butter Chicken

                                  Smoked Chicken | Signature Red Pepper Tomato Sauce | Fenugreek

                                  • Lamb Shank Biryani

                                    Basmati Rice | Paella Style | Served with Boondi & Avocado Raita

                                    • Awadhi Chicken Korma

                                      Chicken Morsels | Cashew infused Korma Sauce | Nutmeg

                                      • Charred Paneer Steak

                                        Cottage cheese | Red Pepper Coulis | Smoked Tomato based Curry | Pesto

                                        • Branzino Malabar Curry

                                          Wrapped in Banana Leaf | Tamarind infused Coconut Curry | Chili Oil

                                          • Smoked Tandoori Lamb Chops

                                            Smoked Lamb | Signature Saffron Spice Blend | Mint Mayo | Oak Wood Chips

                                            • Beetroot Ricotta Kofta

                                              Beetroot Ricotta stuffed Dumplings | Brown Onion Infused Cashew Sauce | Chives

                                              • Shrimp Alleppey Curry

                                                Green Mango Coconut Sauce | Fennel Plant | Curry Leaf | Mustard Seeds

                                                • Mushroom Do Pyaza

                                                  Tandoori Pickle Mushrooms | Spinach Puree | Apricot Gel

                                                  • Lobster Saffron Malai

                                                    Lobster tail | Saffron infused Sauce | Served with Quinoa Pulao

                                                    • Smoked Goat Curry

                                                      Slow cooked Bone-in Goat | Smoked Paprika | Ghee | Onion & Tomato Sauce

                                                      • Lamb Madras Curry

                                                        Boneless lamb | Coconut Infused Madras Spice Sauce | Herb Oil

                                                        • Jackfruit Biryani

                                                          Jackfruit | Assorted Roasted Vegetables | Basmati Rice | Paella Style | Served with Boondi & Avocado Raita

                                                          Accompaniments

                                                          • Gunpowder Calamari

                                                            Amritsari Fry Calamari | Curry Leaf Aioli

                                                            • Dal Makhani

                                                              Overnight Slow Cooked Black Lentils | Cream Drizzle

                                                              • Chickpea Masala

                                                                Spiced Garbanzo Beans | Green Chili | Coriander

                                                                • Butternut Squash Bharta

                                                                  Mashed Butternut Squash | Onion | Tomato | Green Peas

                                                                  • Pomegranate & Avocado Raita

                                                                    Roasted Cumin | Black Salt | Yogurt

                                                                    • Saffron Rice

                                                                      Saffron | Aromatic Basmati Rice

                                                                      Breads

                                                                      • Rosemary Naan

                                                                        • Black Garlic Naan

                                                                          • Truffle Naan

                                                                            • Garlic Naan

                                                                              • Fig Naan

                                                                                • Gluten Free Bread

                                                                                  • Lacha Paratha

                                                                                    • Plain / Butter Naan

                                                                                      • Roti (Whole Wheat)

                                                                                        After Party

                                                                                        • 24 Carat Coffee Stone

                                                                                          Chocolate | Coffee | Gold Leaf

                                                                                          • Sweet Potato

                                                                                            Bread Pudding | Sweet Potato Ice cream | Berries

                                                                                            • Shahi Tukda

                                                                                              Crispy Brioche | Saffron Crème

                                                                                              • Foggy Assorted Kulfi

                                                                                                Pistachio Kulfi | Rose Kulfi | Mango Kulfi | Cardamom Kulfi

                                                                                                • Kullar Chai

                                                                                                  Chai tea latte served in clay cup

                                                                                                  Three Course Dinner

                                                                                                  $80 per person | entire table must participate

                                                                                                  • Course 1

                                                                                                    Choose any 1 from Small Plates

                                                                                                    • Course 2

                                                                                                      Choose any 1 from Entrees | Served with Bread, Rice, & Black Lentils

                                                                                                      • Course 3

                                                                                                        Chef Choice Dessert

                                                                                                        Last updated: March 3, 2025

                                                                                                        What 774 people are saying

                                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                        4.8
                                                                                                        4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                        • 4.8Food
                                                                                                        • 4.8Service
                                                                                                        • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                        • 4.4Value

                                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                                        • Wisconsin

                                                                                                          Innovative

                                                                                                        • Wisconsin

                                                                                                          Healthy

                                                                                                        • Milwaukee

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                                                                                                        • Milwaukee

                                                                                                          Innovative

                                                                                                        • Milwaukee

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                                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                        Saffron - Modern Indian Dining offers an exceptional culinary experience with "incredible food and stunning cocktails." Guests rave about the "amazing service" and vibrant atmosphere. Ideal for special occasions, the menu boasts a range of "unique and flavorful" dishes. Highly recommended for its "delicious food" and "friendly staff."

                                                                                                        774 Reviews

                                                                                                        1. Lauren

                                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined today

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          I went here for my birthday and had a lovely experience, they had many cool cocktails, and amazing food, highly recommend!

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                                                                                                        2. Irene

                                                                                                          San Francisco

                                                                                                          25 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          25 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Ambiance was really nice perfect for date night intimate. The food was really good didn’t know what to expect. I’m not a food expert but I believe a modern twist on classic Indian cuisine. Had vegetarian /pescatarian options which was really good as well.

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                                                                                                        3. Amy

                                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                          The food was very good especially the Butter chicken. The Salmon was also very good. Presentation of the food was excellent but portions were relatively small for the price. We all loved our cocktails with beautiful presentation! Atmosphere was very good with a fun vibe. Service was excellent with attentive but not overbearing waitstaff. Overall we very much enjoyed our dining experience at Saffron.

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                                                                                                        4. Chelsea

                                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                                          Chicago

                                                                                                          15 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          15 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined on February 23, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          This was our second time there and it was just as great this time! The food and cocktails are delicious. Great presentation

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                                                                                                        5. Daniel

                                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          Dined on February 18, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Excellent top quality Indian food. If you love Indian this can be worth the cost.
                                                                                                          Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on February 22, 2025
                                                                                                          Thank you for dining with us Daniel! We appreciate your feedback and hope to have you back soon.

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                                                                                                        6. Hel

                                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          Dined on February 17, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Incredible food and stunning cocktails. Amazing service! Everyone was very kind and highly professional. We will definitely be coming back soon.
                                                                                                          Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on February 22, 2025
                                                                                                          Hello Hel! We truly appreciate your review and are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience. Until next time!

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                                                                                                        7. Kelly

                                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                                          Las Vegas

                                                                                                          8 reviews

                                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                                          8 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                          We went for Valentine’s Day dinner. Tables were booked for hour and fifteen minutes. People were waiting in the hallway and entry space for their table which caused too much confusion and congestion. The mood was totally ruined. Food was barely warm and not the best. We’ve eaten here several times and had a wonderful meals and experience but it was clear the purpose of the evening was to turnover tables as quickly as possible. Ownership sacrificed ambience and a quality. Too bad! Hope they don’t do this again.
                                                                                                          Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on February 19, 2025
                                                                                                          Thank you for your honest feedback Kelly, we truly apologize that we didn't meet your expectations. We always aim to provide our clients with the best experience possible, and your feedback helps us accomplish that.

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                                                                                                        8. Roopak

                                                                                                          Milwaukee

                                                                                                          11 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          11 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined on February 7, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          We had a lovely time celebrating my friends and my birthday at Saffron. The drinks and food was amazing. Highly recommend it!
                                                                                                          Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on February 18, 2025
                                                                                                          Thank you for dining with us Roopak! We appreciate your feedback and hope to have you back soon.

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                                                                                                        9. Ruben

                                                                                                          Caribbean

                                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined on January 28, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Excelente la primera vez que fuimos y volvemos sib duda...
                                                                                                          Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on January 29, 2025
                                                                                                          Muchas gracias por sus lindas palabras Ruben. Hasta pronto!

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                                                                                                        10. Rajiv

                                                                                                          Chicago

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          Dined on January 26, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Delicious food and wonderful service. They were so accommodating!
                                                                                                          Saffron - Modern Indian DiningResponded on January 26, 2025
                                                                                                          Thank you for dining with us! We hope to have you back soon.

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                                                                                                        Saffron - Modern Indian Dining is rated 4.8 stars by 774 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                                        7:00 PM
                                                                                                        Booked 31 times today
                                                                                                        Google Map for Saffron - Modern Indian Dining

                                                                                                        223 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202-5771

                                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                                        • Neighborhood
                                                                                                          Milwaukee
                                                                                                        • Hours of operation
                                                                                                          Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                                          $31 to $50
                                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                                          Indian, Contemporary Indian
                                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                                          Business Casual
                                                                                                        • Parking details
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