Saffron

Waco, TX · Indian restaurant

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in Waco
#76
of 451 restaurants
City Percentile
63%
rating percentile
Address
Saffron, 2305 Marketplace Dr, Waco, TX 76711
Phone
(254) 640-0471
Website
www.saffronwaco.com
Status
Closed · Opens 11 AM

Saffron is a restaurant located in Waco, TX. It is one of 451 restaurants listed in Waco. Its 4.5-star rating is above the Waco city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Saffron

Saffron is the first authentic Indian/Pakistani Restaurant in Waco that is 100% Halal. We serve all types of cuisines that will have you wanting more! Dine-In and Carryout Available!

Hours

Saturday11 AM–10 PM
Sunday11 AM–9 PM
MondayClosed
Tuesday11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday11 AM–9 PM
Thursday11 AM–9 PM
Friday11 AM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Leilani · Feb 2026

When we first drove by Saffron, there were barely any cars in the parking lot, I think maybe one. We honestly weren’t sure what to expect. But the second we walked in and smelled the food, everything changed. It smelled absolutely amazing. The restaurant itself is clean, comfortable, and welcoming. Nothing flashy, just a relaxed atmosphere that lets the food be the star. As we were sitting down to dine, a family came in with their kids to eat, which instantly made it feel even more inviting and homey. We decided to give it a try and ordered a variety of dishes, and everything was delicious. The curries were rich and flavorful, the rice perfectly cooked, and the naan fresh and soft. The fried appetizers were crisp and packed with flavor. But those vegetables on the sizzling platter? Incre

★★★★★ 5.0 Delilah Soliz · Dec 2025

This is a must-try restaurant that offers a unique fusion of flavors. I was en route to a different restaurant but decided to explore something new. The food truly reflects genuine culinary traditions from these countries. As a vegan, finding delicious and flavorful options can be challenging, but this restaurant exceeds expectations and is worth experiencing.

★★★★★ 5.0 Kandace Labra · Sep 2025

Saffron was an absolute treat! The sweet tea was amazing! We started with the chicken samosas, and they were packed with flavor, especially when paired with the delicious sauce provided. For our main course, we tried the butter chicken, beef karahi, chicken biryani, and garlic naan. Each dish was rich, with bold spices and cooked to perfection. The butter chicken was creamy and comforting, the beef karahi had a wonderful depth of flavor, and the chicken biryani was aromatic and satisfying. The garlic naan was soft, warm, and the perfect companion to scoop up all that flavorful sauce. If you’re looking for flavor, Saffron will not disappoint. Highly recommended!

★★★★★ 5.0 Shawn Schultz · Nov 2025

Visiting Waco, Texas, and this Restaurant was recommended to us. Boy Does this place hit the spot. Can’t say enough good about the tastes & flavors! You will not be disappointed whatsoever. Food is absolutely terrific and the service was Excellent as well. We like this place so much, we had to come back for a second try having something totally different. The curry is fantastic. Highly highly recommend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Danilo “Dada” · Sep 2025

Good clean place, came here for lunch with a friend. Very friendly and the food for tasty and delicious. The server took care of us, was not too invasive but was there when needed. Not like most restaurants where the server is breathing onto your neck. I recommend this place if you like indian or pakistan cuisine. Must try the nuclear naan if you like spicy!!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Identifies As Asian Owned ✓ Curbside Pickup ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Fast Service ✓ Great Tea Selection ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating ✓ Alcohol

Services

Indian restaurant

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