Saffron Indian Cafe Durham Menu

4.8
(550+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • GARLIC NAAN

      "Soft, pillowy naan bread infused with aromatic garlic, perfect for dipping or pairing with your favorite curry dishes."
      $3.99
    • BUTTER CHICKEN

      A popular Indian dish consisting of tender chicken cooked in a creamy, buttery tomato-based sauce with spices.
      $17.99
    • Vegetable samosa

      A crispy, deep-fried pastry filled with spiced potatoes and peas.
      $4.99
    • CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

      Chicken pieces cooked in creamy, spiced tomato sauce, a flavorful and popular Indian-inspired dish.
      $17.99
    • BUTTER NAAN

      Soft, fluffy Indian flatbread brushed with rich, flavorful butter.
      $2.99
    • MANGO LASSI

      Creamy yogurt-based drink blended with ripe mangoes, sugar, and cardamom, offering a sweet and refreshing taste, popular in Indian cuisine.
      $3.99
    • CHICKEN BIRYANI

      Fragrant rice dish with spiced chicken, popular in South Asia.
      $17.99
    • Organic dal Bukhara

      Black lentils stewed for 32 hours in tomato, garlic, and cream.
      $15.99
    • PANEER BUTTER MASALA

      Creamy tomato-based curry with paneer cubes, butter, and spices, offering a rich and indulgent vegetarian dish.
      $15.99
    • ALOO PARATHA

      Stuffed Indian bread with seasoned mashed potatoes, cooked on griddle.
      $4.99
  • BEEF CLASSIC ENTREES

    • BEEF BIRYANI

      Beef biryani is a flavorful South Asian dish featuring marinated beef cooked with fragrant rice and aromatic spices, a culinary delight.
      $18.99
    • BEEF VINDALOO

      Spicy Indian curry made with tender beef marinated in vinegar and spices, offering a fiery flavor profile.
      $18.99
    • BEEF KADAI

      Beef Kadai is a delicious Indian dish featuring tender beef cooked with onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and aromatic spices.
      $18.99
    • BEEF CHETTINAD SAUCE

      Beef Chettinad is a spicy South Indian curry made with tender beef cooked in a flavorful blend of Chettinad spices
      $18.99
    • BEEF KORMA

      Creamy, aromatic beef stew with herbs and spices, a flavorful dish in Indian cuisine.
      $18.99
    • BEEF SAAG

      Beef saag is a flavorful Indian dish featuring tender beef cooked with spinach, spices, and cream, resulting in a rich and aromatic curry.
      $18.99
    • BEEF CURRY

      Spiced beef stewed in flavorful sauce, a hearty and comforting dish enjoyed with garlic naan
      $18.99
    • BEEF TIKKA MASALA

      Tender beef pieces cooked in creamy, spiced tomato sauce, a flavorful and popular Indian-inspired dish.
      $18.99
    • BEEF BUTTER MASALA

      Beef butter masala is a rich and creamy Indian dish made with tender beef cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with butter.
      $18.99
    • Beef Pepper Fry

      Spicy South Indian dish made with tender beef pieces cooked with black pepper and aromatic spices.
      $15.99
  • BEVERAGES

    • MANGO LASSI

      Creamy yogurt-based drink blended with ripe mangoes, sugar, and cardamom, offering a sweet and refreshing taste, popular in Indian cuisine.
      $3.99
    • MASALA CHAI

      A fragrant and spiced indian beverage made by brewing black tea with aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, mixed with milk and sweetened to taste.
      $2.49
    • ICE TEA(UNSWEET)

      $2.49
    • ICE Sweet Tea

      A refreshing and sweetened beverage made by steeping tea leaves in cold water, served over ice.
      $2.49
    • SODA

      Carbonated beverage
      $2.49
  • CHICKEN CLASSIC ENTREES

    • Dhaba Murg Curry

      A dhaba-style dish featuring tender chicken pieces cooked in a rustic and aromatic curry sauce.
      $16.99
    • Butter Chicken Momos

      Chicken dumpling cooked in butter Chicken sauce
      $17.99
    • CHICKEN VINDALOO

      Spicy and tangy Indian curry made with tender chicken marinated in vinegar, spices, and a tomato-based sauce.
      $17.99
    • CHICKEN KADAI

      Tender chicken pieces cooked with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes in a spicy and flavorful kadai masala.
      $17.99
    • CHICKEN CHETTINAD SAUCE

      Spicy South Indian chicken curry with rich, aromatic flavors.
      $17.99
    • CHICKEN KORMA

      Tender chicken pieces cooked in a rich and creamy cashew and coconut-based sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices.
      $17.99
    • CHICKEN SAAG

      Traditional Indian dish made with tender chicken pieces cooked in a creamy spinach sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices.
      $17.99
    • CHICKEN CURRY

      Tender chicken pieces cooked in a savory and flavorful curry sauce, infused with a blend of spices and herbs.
      $17.99
    • CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

      Chicken pieces cooked in creamy, spiced tomato sauce, a flavorful and popular Indian-inspired dish.
      $17.99
    • BUTTER CHICKEN

      A popular Indian dish consisting of tender chicken cooked in a creamy, buttery tomato-based sauce with spices.
      $17.99
  • GOAT CLASSIC ENTREES

    • GOAT KADAI

      Tender goat meat pieces cooked with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes in a spicy and flavorful kadai masala.
      $19.99
    • GOAT VINDALOO

      Spicy and tangy Indian curry made with tender goat meat marinated in vinegar, spices, and a tomato-based sauce.
      $19.99
    • GOAT CHITTINAD SAUCE

      $19.99
    • GOAT KORMA

      Tender goat meat pieces cooked in a rich and creamy cashew and coconut-based sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices.
      $19.99
    • GOAT SAAG

      Tender goat meat pieces cooked in a creamy spinach-based sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices.
      $19.99
    • GOAT CURRY

      Tender goat meat pieces cooked in a savory and flavorful curry sauce, infused with a blend of spices and herbs.
      $19.99
    • GOAT TIKKA MASALA

      Tender goat meat pieces marinated in yogurt and spices, grilled to perfection, and simmered in a creamy tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices.
      $19.99
    • GOAT BUTTER MASALA

      Tender goat meat cooked in a creamy and flavorful tomato-based sauce, infused with butter and aromatic spices.
      $19.99
  • LAMB CLASSIC ENTREES

    • LAMB VINDALOO

      Tender lamb pieces cooked in a fiery and flavorful vindaloo sauce, made with a blend of vinegar, spices, and red chilies.
      $19.99
    • LAMB KADAI

      Tender lamb pieces cooked with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes in a spicy and flavorful kadai masala.
      $19.99
    • LAMB CHETTINAD SAUCE

      Tender lamb pieces cooked in a spicy and flavorful chettinad sauce, made with roasted spices and coconut.
      $19.99
    • LAMB KORMA

      Tender lamb pieces cooked in a rich and creamy cashew and coconut-based sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices.
      $19.99
    • LAMB SAAG

      Tender lamb pieces cooked in a creamy spinach-based sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices.
      $19.99
    • LAMB CURRY

      Tender lamb pieces cooked in a savory and flavorful curry sauce, infused with a blend of spices and herbs.
      $19.99
    • LAMB TIKKA MASALA

      Tender lamb cooked in creamy, spiced tomato sauce, a classic and indulgent Indian dish.
      $19.99
    • LAMB BUTTER MASALA

      Tender lamb pieces cooked in a creamy and flavorful tomato-based sauce, infused with butter and aromatic spices.
      $19.99
  • Non vegetarian appetizers

    • Chicken Momos Chili Garlic

      Savory dumplings filled with spicy chicken and garlic, a flavorful twist on traditional Tibetan momos.
      $14.99
    • Chicken 65 Momos 8pcs

      Momos are savory dumplings filled with spiced chicken, inspired by the flavors of the popular Indian appetizer 65 masala
      $14.99
    • Steamed Chicken Momos 8pcs

      $14.99
    • SHRIMP 65

      A zesty appetizer featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a spicy blend of aromatic spices, fried to perfection.
      $19.99
    • CHICKEN 65

      Spicy, deep-fried chicken, a popular South Indian appetizer with bold flavors and crunchy texture.
      $17.99
    • Beef Pepper Fry

      Spicy South Indian dish made with tender beef pieces cooked with black pepper and aromatic spices.
      $15.99
    • Lehsuni chicken wings

      Clay oven-roasted marinated chicken wings.
      $15.99
  • PANEER CLASSIC ENTREES

    • PANEER CHETTINAD SAUCE

      A spicy and aromatic South Indian dish with paneer cooked in a flavorful blend of Chettinad spices and coconut.
      $13.99
    • PANEER VINDALOO

      Spicy and tangy curry featuring paneer, potatoes, and a fiery blend of vinegar, chili peppers, and aromatic spices.
      $15.99
    • PANEER KADAI

      Cubes of paneer (indian cottage cheese) cooked with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes in a spicy and flavorful kadai masala.
      $15.99
    • PANEER KORMA

      Creamy and aromatic curry made with paneer, nuts, yogurt, and spices,
      $15.99
    • SAAG PANEER

      $15.99
    • PANEER CURRY

      $13.99
    • PANEER TIKKA MASALA

      Cubes of paneer cooked in creamy, spiced tomato sauce, a classic and indulgent Indian vegetarian dish.
      $15.99
    • PANEER BUTTER MASALA

      Creamy tomato-based curry with paneer cubes, butter, and spices, offering a rich and indulgent vegetarian dish.
      $15.99
  • SHRIMP CLASSIC ENTREES

    • SHRIMP VINDALOO

      Succulent shrimp pieces cooked in a fiery and flavorful vindaloo sauce, made with a blend of vinegar, spices, and red chilies.
      $19.99
    • SHRIMP KADAI

      Succulent shrimp pieces cooked with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes in a spicy and flavorful kadai masala.
      $19.99
    • SHRIMP CHETTINAD SAUCE

      Succulent shrimp pieces cooked in a spicy and flavorful chettinad sauce, made with roasted spices and coconut.
      $19.99
    • SHRIMP KORMA

      Succulent shrimp pieces cooked in a rich and creamy cashew and coconut-based sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices.
      $19.99
    • SHRIMP CURRY

      Succulent shrimp pieces cooked in a savory and flavorful curry sauce, infused with a blend of spices and herbs.
      $19.99
    • SHRIMP SAAG

      Succulent shrimp pieces cooked in a creamy spinach-based sauce, seasoned with aromatic spices.
      $19.99
    • SHRIMP TIKKA MASALA

      Succulent shrimp pieces marinated in yogurt and spices, grilled to perfection, and then simmered in a creamy tomato-based sauce infused with aromatic spices.
      $19.99
    • SHRIMP BUTTER MASALA

      Succulent shrimp cooked in a creamy and flavorful tomato-based sauce, infused with butter and aromatic spices.
      $19.99
  • TANDOORI BREADS

    • PANEER PARATHA

      Indian flatbread filled with spiced cottage cheese, cooked on griddle.
      $4.99
    • LACCHA PARATHA

      Flaky, layered Indian bread made with whole wheat flour.
      $3.99
    • ALOO PARATHA

      Stuffed Indian bread with seasoned mashed potatoes, cooked on griddle.
      $4.99
    • GARLIC NAAN

      "Soft, pillowy naan bread infused with aromatic garlic, perfect for dipping or pairing with your favorite curry dishes."
      $3.99
    • BUTTER NAAN

      Soft, fluffy Indian flatbread brushed with rich, flavorful butter.
      $2.99
  • Vegetable entrees

    • Anjeer bhare malai kofta

      Dry fruit, fig, khoya stuffed cottage cheese dumpling in a rich creamy sauce.
      $16.99
    • Organic dal Bukhara

      Black lentils stewed for 32 hours in tomato, garlic, and cream.
      $15.99
    • Punjabi chole masala

      spiced garbanzo bean stew
      $14.99
    • Bhindi masala amchur

      Cut okra, onions, tomatoes, black salt &cilantro.
      $14.99
    • Grilled baingan bharta

      Roasted eggplant, ginger, garlic, cumin, onion, and tomato gravy.
      $14.99
    • Organic dal tadka

      Cumin, garlic tempered yellow lentil.
      $13.99
    • Aloo gobi tuk

      Classic North Indian dish with potatoes, cauliflower, and aromatic spices.
      $14.99
  • Vegetarian appetizers

    • Dahi Puri

      Crispy hollow puris filled with tangy yogurt, spicy tamarind chutney, sweet chutney, mashed potatoes, and chopped onions.
      $8.99
    • Gol Gappa

      Crispy, hollow puris filled with spicy, tangy water (pani), mashed potatoes, chickpeas, and a medley of chutneys.
      $7.99
    • Samosa Chaat

      Crushed samosas topped with tangy tamarind chutney, creamy yogurt, crunchy sev, and fresh herbs.
      $7.99
    • Cauliflower 65

      Spicy, deep-fried cauliflower florets, a popular South Indian appetizer with bold flavors and crunchy texture.
      $11.99
    • Paneer 65

      A tangy appetizer featuring fried paneer cubes coated in a flavorful seasoning.
      $12.99
    • Aloo Tikki Chaat

      Spiced potato patties topped with garbanzo beans, tangy chutneys and yogurt.
      $7.99
    • Vegetable samosa

      A crispy, deep-fried pastry filled with spiced potatoes and peas.
      $4.99
  • VEGGIES CLASSIC ENTREES

    • VEGGIES VINDALOO

      $13.99
    • VEGGIES KADAI

      $13.99
    • VEGGIES CHETTINAD SAUCE

      $13.99
    • VEGGIES KORMA

      $13.99
    • VEGGIES SAAG

      $13.99
    • VEGGIES CURRY

      $13.99
    • VEGGIES TIKKA MASALA

      $13.99
  • DESERTS

    • GULAB JAMUN

      Deep-fried milk balls soaked in sugar syrup, a beloved Indian dessert with rich, indulgent flavor.
      $2.77
  • BIRYANI'S

    • LAMB BIRYANI

      Succulent pieces of marinated lamb layered in aromatic basmati rice, infused with saffron, warming spices, and caramelized onions.
      $18.99
    • GOAT BIRYANI

      South Asian dish made with bone in goat, fragrant rice, and a blend of aromatic spices.
      $18.99
    • BEEF BIRYANI

      Beef biryani is a flavorful South Asian dish featuring marinated beef cooked with fragrant rice and aromatic spices, a culinary delight.
      $18.99
    • CHICKEN BIRYANI

      Fragrant rice dish with spiced chicken, popular in South Asia.
      $17.99
    • EGG BIRYANI

      South Asian dish made with boiled eggs, fragrant rice, and a blend of aromatic spices.
      $16.99
    • PANEER BIRYANI

      A flavorful rice dish infused with warm spices, studded with soft paneer cheese cubes for a satisfying bite.
      $15.99
    • VEGETABLE BIRYANI

      A flavorful rice dish cooked with a variety of mixed vegetables, aromatic spices, and herbs.
      $14.99
  • Hot Drinks

    • Masala Tea

      Indian beverage made by brewing black tea with a blend of aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger, mixed with milk and sweetened to taste.
      $2.99
    • Coffee

      A caffeinated beverage made by brewing roasted and ground coffee beans with hot water.
      $2.99

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