Creative fusion dishes and Mumbai-style street food

Probably our 4th or 5th time here, never disappoints 😊
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Food: We usually order the Butter Chicken but this time we went for the Bhuna Gosh and we didn’t regret it! Succulent meat and lovely onion gravy 🤤. As usual, the lamb chops were cooked in amazing spices and the naan was delicious. We also ordered a lassi jug; a must whenever it’s on the menu!
Service: Service differs everytime we go, this time it was a little slow.
Settings: 6/10
Food: 9.5/10
Service: 6/10
Overall: 7.1/10

@twopeasfoodies's review of Saffron Kitchen Leyton on Instagram

So for Eid my mum didn't feel like cooking and wanted to go out somewhere local to Leyton, so I thought why not pop over to @saffronkitchen . It's been about 3 years since I've been. This place is popular and always seems busy. Despite opening at 5pm on Eid we arrived at 5.30 to find it busy. I can see the appeal, good parking, no other options around, decent service and nice venue. The menu as some appeal, with sugar loaded mocktails and desserts being popular items for many. .

The food is my main area of review. The majority of what I ordered was just not very good in my opinion. With it being Eid we went a bit lamb heavy, lamb curry, roast lamb (mine, in bg), lamb shank and meat biryani. The only good thing was the Chaat and the lamb shank (pictured closest) 
I got the roast lamb off the "fusion" menu, for £16 I got poorly cooked slices of roasted lamb covered in a pre made sauce. My brother got the lamb shank, that wasn't too bad from the little taste I had, it was tender and cooked well as it fell of the bone with minimal effort. The curry had a similar base to the sauce of the roast lamb and the Dum Biryani was just awful.

I'm left straching my head to why I just paid nearly £70 for this utter mediocrity, when I could of got much better food elsewhere for less .

If you like this place is the popularity due to the fact that there's no other competition nearby? Because based off what ate the food can't be the attraction. We also wanted to take the food away as we don't like waste but our waitress accidently threw it away..i think she did us a favour. Paid for the meal. Not an invite. 
Food 4
Value 4
Service 7
Atmosphere 7

@halalfoodguy's review of Saffron Kitchen Leyton on Instagram

Saffron Kitchen

I  have filmed and photographed a wedding at Saffron Kitchen and I can genuinely say it was such a lovely experience from beginning to end. As a female wedding photographer and videographer, I really value working in venues that are both beautiful and welcoming—and Saffron Kitchen was exactly that.

The venue itself is stunning, with elegant decor and great lighting that made it a dream to shoot in. Whether I was capturing candid moments or posed portraits, everything just came together effortlessly in such a well-designed space.

The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, creating a relaxed and professional environment that made the day run smoothly. And I have to give a special mention to the catering—it was absolutely top-notch! The salmon, in particular, was amazing—so delicious and perfectly cooked. The food added such a special touch to the day, and the guests were raving about it too.

Overall, Saffron Kitchen is a fantastic venue for weddings and events, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to couples. I’m already looking forward to the next time I get to work there!

I LOVE this restaurant! I've been here a few times and the food is always exceptional. I've never had a bad experience here. They also offer catering services which my friend had for her wedding. The owner is lovely and the staff are very attentive. The portions are generous also!

Last night I headed to Saffron Kitchen in Leyton with my son for a late dinner. We arrived around 9pm, and although the restaurant was busy, there were still a few tables free. I specifically asked to sit near the front, as from experience, sitting towards the back often means leaving with clothes that smell heavily of curry, which isn’t ideal after a night out.

We started with a jug of mango lassi, which is always a reliable favourite here. Sweet, creamy and refreshing, it was just the thing to settle into the evening.

For starters, we chose the smoked lamb ribs and the masala fries. The ribs were excellent, with a decent amount of meat, cooked until tender and packed with flavour. The masala fries were also a highlight, crispy yet juicy and coated with just the right amount of spice. At this point, things were looking promising.

Sadly, the mains didn’t live up to expectations. The butter chicken, once one of my go-to dishes here, felt noticeably different. It lacked the rich, creamy depth it used to have, and the flavour just wasn’t the same. The Dum Ka Gosht carried a pleasant charcoal note but again, it didn’t deliver the same punch as before. On the side, the garlic naan was soft, buttery and very enjoyable, while the pilau rice was fine but fairly ordinary.

Overall, it was a mixed experience. The starters were delicious, but the mains left me disappointed. It feels as though something has changed, perhaps a different chef or a shift in recipes, and the dishes no longer carry the same standard that once made this place a favourite.

Final thoughts: While Saffron Kitchen still has its strengths, particularly with drinks and starters, the mains didn’t hit the mark this time. I left wondering if it was simply an off night or whether the food has permanently changed.

Absolutely delicious food. Had prawn tower and a lamb shank! Both didn’t disappoint! Definitely coking back here!

Came here for a family dinner,
Staff were very attentive & polite.
Atmosphere was great however the food itself was very disappointing & over priced.
Noodles didn't taste fresh the chicken in them was hard & chewy, the haleem was stodgy & the pani puri platter & masala chips were average.
I won't be going back !

We are HMC approved. This means our entire menu and supply-chain is certified Halal according to HMC standards. No traces of pork or alcohol in the store.

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