📍 300 Lea Bridge Road, London E10 7LD
📍 Address: 300 Lea Bridge Road, London E10 7LD, United Kingdom
📞 Phone: +44 20 8988 1446
🌐 Website: saffronkitchen.co.uk
Excellent food, very friendly staff amazing atmosphere top notch if you have never been before you are missing out definitely, a must for a restaurant for Indian cuisine unbelievable chefs
We went for a work dinner, there were 10 of us. My colleague booked a reservation about a week in advance and due to the amount of people we had we were able to reserve a side booth which was quite comfortable and discreet, it was a bit away from the main seating area meaning that it was more private, you couldn't hear much of the noise from the other guests and overall it was a great setting. We ended up getting a lot of dishes to share and had some food left over, the bill came to £33 per person which for the quality of the food and environment was amazing. I was fully expecting to pay £40-£50 at the end of that night. Food was quick and delicious, they have a lot of delicious Vegetarian options as well scrumptious Meat options. We ended up spending about 2 hours there and we're fully satisfied with the food and service. Would definitely recommend. On of my colleagues even asked whether they could deliver and the food was just that amazing. Definitely will come again.
Great place with authentic dishes and a lively environment. Staff are wonderful and service is speedy. Brilliant place for families and good value. There are only a handful of really good proper authentic restaurants like this in London and this is one of them. It’s extremely popular so booking recommended, sometimes have to queue anyway but only for a short while once they’ve opened and got everyone settled. Plenty of parking nearby and easy to get to by car, train or bus.
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.
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!
Unfortunately my husband & returned having had a wonderful experience here 2 year prior. One thing saffron kitchen was notorious for was consistency, however this was sadly anything but that. Our experience started off on the wrong foot as our waiter seated us beside a heavily used area & open kitchen with BINS in our view. We reiterated that we didn’t want to sit here as we have come to dine not be distracted by the kitchen. The restaurant was empty & we suggested an alternative low traffic area as we came to dine with my child & didn’t want to be disturbed by the ongoings of waiters & kitchen staff. The waiter alerted what seemed like the owner who refused & told us to sit in another high traffic area. Reluctantly we accepted & sat. Our neighbouring table was seated so close to us my 4 year old son joined in their conversation. They also did state on numerous occasions that the recipes had changed & the food was bland. The chicken biryani was mushy but covered in a pilau rice on top to mask this. The chicken in it was also burnt which we complained about. The owner stated “my biryani is always mushy” not very helpful. He gave us an additional pilau rice which did little to help the matter. The “lamb” chops were also mutton chops & badly presented. The bhuna ghosht was absolutely bland much to our surprised. It was merely doused in food colouring for presentation. The meat was also tough & frozen meat. This was obvious from the quality. The waiter also kept coming to our table & disturbing us with taking dishes away we were yet to finish. We had to tell him to leave us alone. The large table behind us was incredibly loud & the atmosphere was a massive change from what was. We added salt to every single dish as they were so bland. The only enjoyable thing was the masala fries. We decided against packing the biryani when we found more burnt pieces of chicken. When we complained to the owner he said “it’s only two pieces of burnt chicken”. This is quality control. You cannot serve paying customers even a grain of burnt rice. When we told the owner to take the biryani off the bill, he said “the minute we came in….” & decided not to finish. Over all unprofessional. We feel saffron kitchen no longer stands for authentic Asian flavours & quality. Sadly we will not be returning.
1. Food is great 2. Very clean and nicely decorated 3. Foods served promptly 4. Convenient Parking Things that can be better: 1. Staffs are expected to be more welcoming. 2. Reservation/pre-booking system did not work. More organised reservation/pre-booking will be appreciated. 3. Price is much higher than the standard of the restuarant.
We went for dinner and unsurprisingly it was busy, but the staff were helpful in accommodating our group of 9 which would have been difficult to fit in. Parking may be an issue but there is a side road opposite the restaurant which is convenient, I can't say if there are restrictions during the day but it could get busy as it's on a main road. They managed to get a table to fit the whole group without inconveniencing other customers, which was nicely decorated and tidy. The food itself was served relatively quickly, the usual curries, rice and naan. The portions were typical, but the prices are a bit higher than usual restaurants. Otherwise it was a nice place for group bookings.
Excellent service, very polite and attentive. The food is served at super speed, packed full of flavour, very generous portions. It's a very busy restaurant full of locals, which is a good sign.
Was put in a secluded room..so enjoyed no atmosphere. Food was not presented well on the table. Waiters forgot about us a few times. Kebabs and chicken nuggets were shop bought and other items were not made fresh, such as the bhel puri, which was soft and not crunchy as it may have been pre made from a while. Won't be going back there again. Did not feel like cutting birthday cake there as the lack of quality food and service dampened the evening. Took cake home to cut and serve.
Saffron Kitchen is located at 300 Lea Bridge Road, London E10 7LD, United Kingdom
You can contact Saffron Kitchen at +44 20 8988 1446
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