Saffron Indian Kitchen

Saffron Indian Kitchen

Experience authentic Indian cuisine at Saffron Indian Kitchen in Birmingham, AL. Enjoy flavorful curries, biryani, butter chicken, and delicious garlic naan in a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner with dine-in, delivery, and takeaway options. Try our daily lunch buffet, vegan and vegetarian dishes, and specialty cocktails. Wheelchair accessible with free parking. Book your table today!

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Welcome to Saffron Indian Kitchen

Saffron Indian Kitchen
Saffron Indian Kitchen
Saffron Indian Kitchen
Saffron Indian Kitchen

Saffron Indian Kitchen invites you to explore authentic Indian flavors right here in Birmingham, AL. Located conveniently at 5426 US-280, we serve vibrant dishes like chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, and house special goat curry in a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you're craving a hearty lunch or a relaxed dinner, our menu offers a range of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options to satisfy every palate. Our special lunch buffet changes daily and gives you the chance to try multiple dishes, while our inviting bar features creative cocktails like the Golden Elephant to complement your meal.

We proudly provide wheelchair-accessible seating and amenities to welcome all guests. Call us at +1 205-438-6209, make a reservation, or order no-contact delivery to enjoy our delicious offerings at your convenience. Our team at Saffron Indian Kitchen looks forward to serving you a stellar taste of India right in Birmingham.

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Location & Contact

Address

5426 US-280, Birmingham, AL 35242, United States

Hotline

+1 205-438-6209

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Food Menu

Our restaurant offers fast and attentive table service, ensuring your meal arrives promptly even during peak hours, such as Tuesday evenings when we're at full capacity. We emphasize a quiet, trendy atmosphere that caters to families, groups, and solo diners alike, with special accommodations like high chairs and a kids' menu. Enjoy our wide beverage selection including alcohol, beer, spirits, wine, coffee, and a carefully curated tea menu known locally for its quality. Our menu spans comfort food classics and healthy options, showcasing Indian culinary traditions with dishes like Hyderabadi Dum Biryani and Vijaywada Biryani, starting at $20.99.

We support the community by offering veteran discounts and embracing a welcoming policy as a transgender safe space and LGBTQ+ friendly venue. Free parking in our lot and convenient street parking make visits easy. Connect to our free Wi-Fi while dining in our casual yet cozy setting.

About

Saffron Indian Kitchen

Saffron Indian Kitchen
Saffron Indian Kitchen
Saffron Indian Kitchen
Saffron Indian Kitchen

Saffron Indian Kitchen stands as a trusted cornerstone for authentic Indian cuisine in Birmingham. Since opening, we have built a reputation for outstanding food and warm hospitality reflected in glowing reviews. Guests praise our flavorful dishes like chicken 65, samosa chaat, and our signature goat curry paired with basmati rice. Our mango ice cream dessert stands out as a local favorite.

Owner involvement is personal and welcoming—guests new to Indian cuisine receive dish recommendations and complimentary dessert samplers to ensure a personalized experience. We adhere to strict accessibility standards with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrances, seating, and restrooms to remove barriers for all diners. We balance tradition with modernity, creating a vibrant dining spot that is casual yet trendy, peaceful yet lively.

Our emphasis on community inclusiveness means every guest feels valued, whether visiting for lunch, dinner, or catering events. From quick no-contact delivery to reserved family dinners, Saffron Indian Kitchen brings Indian culinary artistry to life in Birmingham.

Saffron Indian Kitchen

Saffron Indian Kitchen embodies a commitment to authentic flavors, respectful hospitality, and community inclusivity. The owner’s dedication shows in personalized service and accepting dietary preferences from vegan to traditional meat dishes. They focus on fostering an environment free from prejudice where everyone feels welcome, an ethos supported by the staff and reflected in glowing reviews. This vision extends beyond food: it’s about building connections through shared meals and cultural appreciation, enhancing Birmingham’s diverse dining scene one plate at a time.

Reviews

What Clients Say

Great food and service. Very tasty. Chicken 65, (Slight heat), Samosa Chaat, Korma Chicken Curry, and House Special Goat Curry, and Basmati rice.

Michael D.
Michael D.

Saffron was incredibly good. The service was a little slow between all the folks there on a Friday night, but well worth the (fairly short) wait. The butter chicken, garlic naan bread, and chicken tikka masala were all outstanding.

Colin S.
Colin S.

The buffet is good and they give you a good selection of different types of chicken 🐔 and goat 🐐 and other foods as well... they're mango 🥭 ice cream is amazing 10/10.. this place is a definitely a must try...

Lil M.
Lil M.

I visited in December 2023 and it was a 10/10 experience! The staff was so friendly! My family and I have had many distasteful experiences at OTHER restaurants, being that we’re Black southerners, we’ve experienced some prejudice and racism. We felt completely welcomed at Saffron! The food was so delicious 😭. The restaurant owner took time to recommend dishes since it was our first time at an Indian restaurant. The restaurant owner also gifted us an assortment of desserts to try, since (again) it was our first time. I wish the absolute best for him and all of his restaurants. 10/10!!

Georghetta C.
Georghetta C.

Try the Golden Elephant drink cocktails, you won’t regret it. This place is awesome. Just tried the lamb Briyanni and chicken tikka. Both are excellent. Chicken Korma can’t get it any better, been here so many times and the service and food are still exactly the same excellent as always wows your imagination. Try the golden elephant drink. You’ll be lost in the taste.

Behzad S.
Behzad S.

Good quantity of food . I was unable to finish all of it so I packed and took.it to go Eaten her before so Ii knew of them . Food is really good . Will revisit again to try other things . I had the gobi Manchurian and cheese naan This is my third visit here . And as always the food is fantastic . Mr Jordan the server is amazing as well . I usually won’t leave a review if the food is not great . But saffron is one of the best places I have eaten . The quantity is huge and the quality is without doubt amazing . You get what you pay for and the quality is very satisfying . The only reason this place is under the radar is because of 200 plus review but I can say it’s the best place to eat in Birmingham and I keep coming back to them whenever I’m in town

Sean M.
Sean M.