SAFFRON GRILL Seattle, WA

SAFFRON GRILL
2132  N  NORTHGATE WAY
SEATTLE  WA 98133
P: (206) 417 0707
F: (206) 417 1750
Opening Hours
Sun.-Thur. 11 am-10 pm,
Fri & Sat 11.00 am-10.15 pm
Happy Hour: 2:00 pm-7:00 pm
Free parking will be available.

Our catering business, run by Muhammed Bhatti, is thriving in Seattle, having served as many as 1,000 banquet guests in venues such as the Four Seasons Olympic Hotel and the Westin Hotel. Catering for weddings is our specialty. Exclusive catering for Red Lion Hotel, Bellevue is taken care by Saffron Grill and Taste of India with a capacity of 350 people. At Saffron Grill, our customers are important, and we strive to meet all their needs. We are committed to making each event perfect by ensuring elegant, flavorful food and matching impeccable service in our beautiful dining roomor at off-site banquet facilities of our partners. Our lounge combines an elegant, stylish bar with a state-of-the-art video and sound system. We Cater: Private Parties Banquets Delivery/Take Out Corporate Catering and Events Weddings Allow our friendly and professional staff to plan, organize and manage every aspect of your next event. We will do everything possible to make your next entertaining experience a success. Please feel free to browse some of our sample menus or call us to create one that matches your personal preferences and requirements.     We offer a wide selection of vegan and gluten-free entries. Please ask your server for more details. For Delivery Orders to your home or office please contact www.bitesquad.com     APPETIZERS | SOUPS SALADS | INDIAN CUISINE | TANDOORI CUISINE| VEGETARIAN CUISINE | MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE | AMERICAN CUISINE | FRESHLY BAKED TANDOORI BREADS | FAMOUS WRAPS | SIDE ORDERS       APPETIZERS     HUMMUS BI-TAHINI $5.99 The original Middle Eastern dip of garbanzo beans, tahini sauce, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice. Served with pita bread. Add Grape Leaves $3.99 Add Lamb $4.99 BABA GHANNOJ $5.99 Eggplant smoked on an open fire, pureed and mixed with tahini sauce, garlic, olive oil and lemon juice. Served with pita bread.   SAMOSAS Two crispy pastries filled with your choice of fresh mixed vegetables or delicately spiced lean ground beef. Vegetable $4.99 Beef $5.99 VEGETABLE CUTLETS $4.99 A medley of vegetables, herbs and spices formed into patties, lightly breaded and fried. Served with cilantro and tamarind chutneys. PAKORAS Delicately spiced fried fritters lightly battered in chickpea flour. Served with cilantro and tamarind chutneys. Vegetables $6.99 Cauliflower $6.99 Paneer $6.99 Chicken $7.99 PANEER TIKKA $9.99 Tender pieces of cheese marinated with delicate spices and roasted in the Tandoor. Served with cilantro and tamarind chutneys. CHICKEN TIKKA $9.99 Boneless chicken marinated in yogurt, herbs, saffron and spices. Served on a bed of lettuce with cilantro, tamarind chutneys and sliced onions. FISH TIKKA KABOB $9.99 Juicy pieces of true cod marinated with spices and saffron, then roasted in the Tandoor. Accompanied with sliced onions and our special cilantro and tamarind chutneys. CRISP CALAMARI $9.99 Calamari rings, hand breaded and fried. Served on a bed of lettuce with sweet chili sauce and garlic dip. DYNAMITE SHRIMP $9.99 Golden brown shrimp, tossed with a sweet and spicy glaze. Served with sweet and hot chilli sauce. BOMBAY TANDOORI CHICKEN WINGS $8.9 Spicy chicken wings roasted in the Tandoor oven. Served with sweet chili sauce. TANDOORI DELIGHT $11.99 A selection of Lamb Boti Kabob, Chicken Tikka, Keema Kabob and Fish Tikka marinated with fresh herbs and spices. Served with cilantro, tamarind chutneys and sliced onions. GRAPE LEAVES $7.99 Vine-ripened grape leaves stuffed with seasoned rice, onions and delicate spices. Served with cilantro, tamarind chutneys and pita bread. VEGETARIAN DELIGHT $10.99 A selection of Vegetable Samosa, Vegetable Pakora, Paneer Pakora and Vegetable Cutlet. Served with cilantro and tamarind chutneys. MAZZA $16.99 A Mediterranean Sampler Plate: Hummus, Baba Ghannoj, Falafel, Grape Leaves and Tabbouleh. Served with pita bread. KIBBY $9.99 Famous Lebanese delicacy. Extra lean ground beef with bulgar wheat and olive oil, fresh mint, onions and pine nuts. Served with our home made tzatziki sauce and pita bread     Top       SOUPS & SALADS         SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF DRESSING: RANCH, BLUE CHEESE,BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE MEDITERRANEAN OR CAESAR     ADD GRILLED CHICKED BREAST $5.99 ADD PRAWN $7.99 ADD GRILLED SALMON $7.99 HOUSE SALAD $6.99 Fresh field greens and chopped romaine lettuce tossed with vine ripe tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, olives, mushrooms and shredded carrots. CAESAR SALAD $6.99 Fresh romaine lettuce tossed with Parmesan cheese, anchovies, garlic croutons and traditionalCaesar dressing. SAFFRON SALAD $7.99 Fresh field greens tossed with vine-ripe tomatoes, sliced apples, crumbled bleu cheese,candied walnuts and Mediterranean dressing. MEDITERRANEAN SALAD $7.99 Fresh field greens tossed with tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, cucumbers, feta cheese and Mediterranean dressing. GREEK SALAD $7.99 Romaine lettuce layered with cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, kalamata olives and feta cheese, sprinkled with oregano then drizzled with lemon juice and olive oil. INDIAN SALAD $5.99 Onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, and green bell peppers mixed in a tangy sauce. TABBOULEH $6.99 A salad made of chopped parsley leaves, tomatoes, green onions, fresh mint, bulgar wheat and our own dressing made with virgin olive oil. Served with pita bread. DAL SOUP $5.99 Homemade lentil soup prepared in an old Indian tradition. BASIL TOMATO SOUP $5.99 A rich curried tomato soup spiced with basil, cumin, curry leaves and a touch of cream. MULLIGATAWNY SOUP $5.99 A rich chicken, lentil and rice soup flavored with Indian spices and finished with a hint of lemon. NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER $6.99 Rich and creamy clam broth loaded with chopped clams and potatoes.         Top     INDIAN CUISINE       CURRY SPECIALTY A traditional brown curry prepared with tomatoes, onions and fresh herbs. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 BUTTER SPECIALTY A deliciously smooth butter, tomato, and cream sauce, spiced with ginger and garlic. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 TIKKA MASALA A cream based curry cooked with ginger and cilantro in a tomato sauce. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 MANGO CURRY Major Grey Mango Chutney with a touch of cream, ginger and garlic. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 COCONUT CURRY Rich curry cooked with coconut, ginger, garlic and our special blend of spices and a touch of cream. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 MADRAS MASALA This dish originates from the city of Madras. Cooked with chunks of tomatoes, roasted dry chilies, browned garlic, cumin and other authentic Indian spices. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 PALAK MASALA ( sag) Cream of spinach simmered with onions and spices. Plain $10.99 Aloo(Potato) $11.99 Channa $12.99 Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 SHAHI KORMA A traditional dish prepared with exotic spices, herbs and a cream based sauce with almonds. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 JALFRAZIE A rich brown curry with bell peppers, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and onions. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 ROGAN JOSH This famous dish from Kashmir is cooked with tomatoes and onions then roasted with spices in a rich brown curry sauce. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 VINDALOO Zesty curry cooked in a tangy sauce of wine vinegar, ginger, and potatoes. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 ROYAL BIRYANI A classic Mughlai dish of Basmati rice cooked with curry, green peas, raisins, cashew nuts, and saffron. Served with Raita. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 KARAHI GOSHT Cooked in a traditional Indian wok with onions, tomatoes, fenugreek leaves, capsicums, fresh ginger, and garlic. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 CHILI MASALA A roasted chili curry sauce with green bell peppers, tomatoes, ginger and green onions in a special blend of herbs. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99 KASHIMIRI SPECIALTY Delicately spiced apples, almonds mixed with raisins in a distictivly creamy curry. Vegetables $13.99 Paneer $14.99 Tofu $14.99 Chicken $16.99 Beef $16.99 Lamb $17.99 Fish $17.99 Prawns $18.99         Top TANDOORI CUISINE   TANDOORI CUISINE IS AN ANCIENT METHOD OF COOKING. USING A CLAY OVEN CALLED A TANDOOR WE COOK OUR MEATS TO ABSOLUTE PERFECTION. ALL OF OUR TANDOORI DISHES ARE SERVED WITH BASMATI RICE, FRESH VEGETABLES, AND OUR FAMOUS CILANTRO AND TAMARIND CHUTNEYS.         TANDOORI CHICKEN (On the bone) $15.99 Juicy spring chicken marinated in yogurt, fresh ground spices and saffron. Served with sliced onions and lemons. TANDOORI CHICKEN TIKKA $16.99 Succulent pieces of boneless chicken rubbed with Indian herbs, yogurt and spices. Served with sliced onions and lemons. TANDOORI CHICKEN TIKKA BREAST $17.99 Juicy spring boneles chicken breast rubbed with Indian herbs, yogurt, spices and saffron. Served with sliced onions and lemons. KEEMA KABAB (SEKH KABAB) Ground beef or lamb with onions and fresh herbs. Served with sliced onions and lemon. BEEF $15.99 LAMB $16.99 LAMB BOTI KABAB $18.99 Tender pieces of lamb marinated with our special blend of Indian spices. TANDOORI FISH (COD) $18.99 Fillet of true cod marinated and cooked in the Tandoor. Served with sliced onions and lemons. TANDOORI SALMON $18.99 Fresh king salmon cooked in our special Tandoori marinade. Served with sliced onions and lemons. TANDOORI PRAWNS $18.99 Jumbo prawns marinated in a special blend of spices & herbs then roasted in the Tandoor. Served with sliced onions and lemons. TANDOORI SURPRISE $23.99 An assortment of Tandoori specialties: Chicken, Lamb, Beef, Cod, and Prawns. Served with sliced onions and lemons. RACK OF LAMB $23.99 Tender rack of lamb marinated delicately with garlic, ginger, herbs and spices. Cooked to order. SEAFOOD TRIO $23.99 Generous combination of jumbo prawns, jumbo scallops and true cod. Served in a special blend of spices, herbs and then roasted in the Tandoor. TANDOORI SCALLOPS $23.99 Succulent, tender scallops marinated in a special blend of spices & herbs then roasted in the Tandoor. Served with sliced onions and lemons.         Top     VEGETARIAN CUISINE       PLEASE SPECIFY LEVEL OF SPICE: MILD, MEDIUM, MEDIUM HOT, HOT OR X-HOT. ALL OF OUR INDIAN DISHES ARE SERVED WITH BASMATI RICE.         ALOO GOBI $12.99 Potatoes and cauliflower sautied with onions and fresh herbs. VEGETABLE KOFTA $13.99 Freshly grated vegetable and homemade cheese kofta dumplings simmered in a rich butter sauce. SHIMLA PANEER $13.99 Our special paneer dish consisting of bell peppers, onions, tomatoes and a blend of unique spices. OKRA MASALA (Bhindi) $12.99 Okra cooked with sautied onion, tomatoes, special herbs and spices. (Available with meat.) CHANNA MASALA Chickpeas cooked over a slow fire, blended with spices and tomatoes. Plain $11.99 Potato $12.99 Paneer $14.99 ALOO MUTTER MUSHROOM $13.99 Potatoes, green peas and mushrooms, cooked in golden curry sauce with ginger. PANEER SHAHI $14.99 Cubes of mild, homemade Indian cheese cooked in a smooth masala cream sauce. DAL MAHARANI $12.99 Mixed lentils cooked with select herbs and spices. TADAKA DAL $12.99 Yellow lentils cooked with tomatoes, onions, garlic, ginger and fresh herbs and spices. BAIGAN BHARTHA (EGGPLANT) $13.99 Eggplant baked over an open flame, mashed and seasoned with herbs, sautied onions, green peas, and tomatoes. MUTTER MASALA Fresh green peas cooked in creamy tomato curry sauce. Aloo $12.99 Paneer $14.99 NAVRATAN KORMA $14.99 Garden fresh vegatables and homemade paneer cooked in a creamy cashew curry sauce.         Top     MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE       FALAFEL PLATE $11.99 A mixture of fava beans, chickpeas, parsley and spices. Garnished with cucumbers, fresh greens, tomatoes and tahini sauce. Served with pita bread. GYROS PLATE $12.99 Strips of marinated beef sautied with onions. Gyros are served on a bed of lettuce with hummus, garnished cucumbers, tomatoes and feta cheese. Served with pita bread. COMBINATION PLATE $12.99 A Mediterranean Sampler Plate: hummus, baba ghannoj, falafel and grape leaves. Served on a bed of lettuce with pita bread. SHISH TAOUK $17.99 Boneless chicken marinated in garlic, oregano, saffron and other Middle Eastern spices. Served on a bed of rice and fresh vegetables with housemade garlic dip. SHISH KABAB $18.99 Tender fillet of lamb marinated in a special sauce, skewered with onions and tomatoes. Served with rice and fresh vegetables. MEDITERRANEAN DELIGHT $19.99 Combination of shish kabab, shish taouk, prawns & grape leaves. Served on a bed of rice and fresh vegetables. KAFTA KABAB $15.99 Lean ground beef. Served on a bed of rice and fresh sautied vegetables, with housemade garlic dip.         Top     AMERICAN CUISINE       SAFFRON BURGER $12.99 A 1/2 lb. Certified Angus beef burger grilled to order. Served with melted cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, vine ripe tomatoes, pickles, sliced red onions and garlic aioli. Served with fries. CIABATTA CHICKEN SANDWICH $12.99 Grilled chicken breast served on a ciabatta roll with lettuce, onion, tomatoes, pickles and mayo. Served with fries. FISH & CHIPS $12.99 True cod fillet, hand battered. Fried golden brown and served with fries, lemon and tartar sauce. PRIME RIB DIP $12.99 Slow roasted prime rib, sliced thin and piled high on a toasted ciabatta roll. Served with a side of au jus and fries. GRILLED SALMON $18.99 Fresh King Salmon grilled to perfection. Served with rice and mixed vegetables. FETTUCINE ALFREDO Fettucine tossed in a rich and creamy garlic-parmesan alfredo sauce . PLAIN $12.99 GRILLED CHICKEN $14.99 GRILLED SHRIMP $16.99 PETITE NEW YORK STRIP STEAK $24.99 A 12 oz. Angus beef New York strip steak grilled to order. Served with mushrooms and a choice of steak fries, or sautied vegetables. CHICKEN MARINARA $14.99 A chicken breast topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Served over penne pasta and covered in our own delicious basil marinara sauce. CHICKEN TENDERS $12.99 Our famous buttermilk battered chicken tenderloin fried golden brown. Served with seasoned steak fries and your choice of dipping sauce. SEAFOOD LINGUINE $19.99 Fresh salmon, true cod and prawns cooked with garlic in a parmesan cream sauce. ANGELHAIR PASTA Vine ripened tomatoes with basil and garlic. PLAIN $12.99 GRILLED CHICKEN $15.99 GRILLED SHRIMP $17.99           Top FRESHLY BAKED TANDOORI BREADS   TANDOORI CUISINE IS AN ANCIENT METHOD OF COOKING. USING A CLAY OVEN CALLED A TANDOOR, WE COOK OUR BREADS TO ABSOLUTE PERFECTION. *ALL OF OUR NANS ARE SERVED WITH CILANTRO AND TAMARIND CHUTNEYS.   TANDOORI ROTI $2.99 Unleavened whole wheat bread. PLAIN NAN $2.99 White leavened bread. KASHMIRI NAN $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with cherries, raisins, cashews, fennel and almonds. GARLIC NAN $3.25 Leavened bread topped with garlic. ONION KULCHA $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with fresh onions. PANEER NAN $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with traditional Indian homemade cheese. SPINACH NAN $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with seasoned spinach and walnuts. ALOO PARATHA $4.99 Unleavened layered whole wheat bread stuffed with potatoes, onions and fresh spices. PLAIN PARATHA $4.99 Unleavened layered whole wheat bread. PESTO NAN $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with pesto. CHICKEN NAN $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with chicken, almonds and herbs. KEEMA NAN $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with ground beef, ginger, onions and a touch of cumin. SPINACH & PANEER NAN $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with seasoned spinach and homemade Indian cheese. VEGETABLE NAN $4.99 Leavened bread stuffed with mixed vegetables and herbs. CHILI NAN $3.99 Leavened bread with fresh green chilies. PAPADUM $2.99 Thin flatbread made from lentil, baked until crispy in the Tandoor. PURI $4.99 Unleavened bread deep fried golden-brown.       Top     SIDE ORDERS           RAITA $3.99 A refreshing yogurt salad made with cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes and onions. TZAZIKI $3.99 A homemade greek yogurt served with olive oil and mint. CUCUMBER MINT YOGURT SALAD $3.99 Cucumbers mixed with yogurt, mint, olive oil and a touch of garlic. SAUTED VEGETABLES Lightly seasoned fresh vegetables. Half Order $3.99 Full Order $5.99 GREEK FRIES $4.99 Garlic fries served with feta cheese and kalamata olives. FRENCH FRIES $3.00 SAFFRON RICE $3.99 BROWN RICE $3.99 STEAMED BROCCOLI $4.99 SAUTEED MUSHROOMS $4.99 CHOPPED ONIONS & CHILIES $2.50 SWEET MANGO CHUTNEY OR MANGO PICKLE $2.50

Friends and I went to lunch here and This is hands down one of the best Indian restaurants in the area in terms of awesome ambiance, pretty good service and the best food. We got the bottomless Chai tea which was hot and comforting for the cold winter weather. We ordered the Chicken tikka for appetizer which was well done and the flavor was awesome. For entrees, we had the Vegetable Rogan Josh with Garlic Naan. The Rogan Josh was good and the saffron basmati rice that came with it looked like plain rice but had a good flavor to it. The Naan bread is huge and they serve it without cutting like a medium size pizza. The side of Raita we ordered was good. 

The service was pretty darn good as they constantly refilled our chai tea and water glasses and also checked whether we were happy with the food. We couldn;t finish up our Naan bread as it was huge and the when the waiter was cleaning up the table he noticed that the Naan was burnt and asked if we didn't like it as it was burnt.We actually didnt feel it was burnt and told him that we were too full to finish it up.He was nice enough to ask if he could bring a new one, which we could take it along with our leftovers. I would have never expected this kind of service at any restaurant. Hats off to the waiter who went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the food. 

The good things about this place has not come to an end yet :) When we got the check, we came to know that they offer Gulab Jamun as a complimentary dessert for everyone.