They are located in a strip mall close to Binghamton University campus area with relatively good…read moreparking . They serve cooked varieties of vegetarian and non vegetarian food . Have good service as food is cooked after it is ordered with spice level mild medium or hot . Nice lighting not to bright yet makes you feel comfortable.

I'm visiting my family in Vestal, and chose Royal Indian for our dinner out mostly because I saw…read morethey had soya chaap on the menu, which I love but can't find on the menu at any restaurants where I'm currently living. We ordered takeout from them a few years ago during COVID, but this was our first time dining in. The restaurant was tidy and I liked their music (I think mostly older Bollywood music), but there was an alarm in the kitchen that was beeping continuously the entire time we were there, and since we were sitting near the kitchen entrance it felt like it was right in my ear, which was a little irritating. The waiter was very polite though, which made it a pleasant experience being there. I ordered the soya vindaloo, had a bit of vegetable biryani, and we got a bread basket for the table which included plain and garlic naans, onion kulcha, and roti. The soya vindaloo was okay. I don't want to say it was bland, but it was less intense than I was expecting. I ordered it with medium spice and I wonder if it would've been better at "hot" or even "very hot". I would've described the spice level that I got as medium-mild. The veggie biryani was tasty, but oily for my taste. This dish was ordered mild, but there was enough depth and warmth in the other spices of the dish that I didn't miss the heat. There were lots of vegetables in the dish that were cooked perfectly to provide a little texture and enhance the flavour of the rice. The breads were great. They were all also a little more buttery than I usually prefer but were cooked so well, and the naans were just thick enough to be fluffy. The onion kulcha had a great flavour with lots of slightly caramelized onion. I got kheer from dessert which I loved. Lots of cardamom, but not overpowering, and perfect texture - not watery. I remember that when we got takeout here, I ordered curry kofta, peshawari naan, gajar ka halwa, and plain lassi. I don't remember the naan at all, but I remember I really enjoyed the kofta, lassi, and naan. I actually remember the gajar ka halva so well because it was so good that I was tempted to order it again when we visited this time even though I ultimately decided to try something different. When we picked up, they apparently never got our order because of some weirdness with the online platform (I assume this is now resolved because their current online ordering uses a different site) so they had to start it when we arrived, but they were very hospitable to us while we waited, letting us sit in a booth and bringing water. I wouldn't put it among the best Indian restaurants I've been to, and I even think there's better in the Binghamton area, but some things do stand out as particularly good, so I'd be happy to come here again, and would just order spicier next time.

This was a completely unacceptable experience. I ordered a paneer dish and was given chicken…read moreinstead, which is a serious and inexcusable mistake, especially for a restaurant that should understand dietary restrictions. Thankfully, I noticed before eating any. When I called to address the issue, there was no apology and no effort to make things right. Instead, the person I spoke with was rude, argumentative, and dismissive, which made the situation even worse. Because of that response, I had no interest in placing another order. Between the incorrect order and the poor customer service, this experience was extremely disappointing. I will not be ordering from here again.

This place smells amazing, even from the parking lot. We ordered vegan versions of the following:…read more - Chana Masala (mild) My partner's favorite curry and he says this is easily the best Chana Masala he's ever had. - Veg Hakka Noodles I was totally expecting a more traditional chow mein flavor, but I was pleasantly surprised that the flavor was very unique and delicious. - Garlic Naan My partner LOVED the naan. I am not a huge bread eater and I loved the bites I had, too. - Vegetable Samosas Delicious!

Best Indian food I've ever had. Clean restaurant. Amazing lunch special. Can't wait to go backread more

No more buffet = unhappy customer in Canandaigua. Please bring it back! I like the variety, not the…read morequantity of food and without the buffet, the experience just isn't the same anymore.

First time trying Indian Cuisine and we were not disappointed…read more Staff was extremely kind and understanding and when we asked about the spice levels he recommended that since it's our first time to go with mild. I'm so glad he did! I'm a total wuss when it comes to spicy food but this was perfect. Good portions, totally fresh and so delicious. Cant wait to go back and try other dishes next time.

The food was tasty but the restaurant left much to be desired. Multiple tables were dirty. The…read morechair for the table we chose had a sticky substance. The plates they were using to set the tables were just out in the open on the buffet table. The floor looked dirty.

I LOVE BUTTER CHICKEN/CHICKEN MAKHANI!! I will be coming…read morehere again and to try different dishes as well! The meat was soooo good and soft and the garlic paan is amazing! Ordered 4 they were kind and gave us 8! Rice delicious as usual we ordered medium spice and it was definitely spicy but I enjoyed every bit of it! Seasoned well! Will be back!!! Service was absolutely amazing everyone was so kind and welcoming!

A nice little restaurant. I was greeted in a friendly manner by the server who invited me to sit at…read morethe bar while I gave him my takeout order. The owner eventually came around after a few minutes and offered me a glass of water while I waited. He was very pleasant. I ordered an entrée, chicken tikka saag (which included basmati rice), naan, aloo paratha, raitha (not included with breads; ordered separately) and gulab jamun. In about 10 minutes my order was ready. I was there slightly after dinner service hours. I did notice that there were a couple of tables that had not been cleaned, but it looked like there was only one server working the dining room. The food was good. I had ordered medium spicy for my entrée, and when I ate at home it was not spicy to me. I'm not sure if they accidentally made it mild or not. It looks like it is a popular spot for locals. They do offer beer and wine, and it does look like they may make some mixed drinks as I noted some bottles of mixer, which may be for the Lassi drinks. All in all, it was a good experience. The food was decent. I would go back again.

It was raining and freezing day so decided to order the food using their phone number Spicy…read moreKashmiri Vegetables curry which comes with rice and side order of Crispy Naan. Order was ready in 50 minutes as told.. parking was easy took some inside seats photos which came out nice pleased with their service and ambiance..

I was on a visit to Colgate university when I tried this restaurant. It was the best Indian curry I…read morehad in my life. I had the fish curry with bread and rice. Everything was seasoned and flavored strongly. The bread was really tasty. The restaurant was also quiet with fast service. We had a large party but the food was served really fast. I strongly recommend if you are visiting the college town. The town itself is a little bit sad with few stores open. It felt like an old movie. So I was really surprised to find something this tasty. I wish they have curries of this quality around where I live as well.

We were on the way to the airport from Corning, but our original dinner destination was closed on…read moreMonday. Searching for food options on the road, Raj Saffron bubbled up as an option. After taking some neighborhood streets, we arrived at the location and parked in their small lot. There was room for perhaps for 6-7 cars. Each space was labeled for whether it was for the restaurant or not. Entering, we were greeted and seated. We had about 1 hour and 14 minutes before boarding, so the staff were very accommodating and pointed out what could be made quickly (basically everything except their tandoori). They also answered questions about gluten. We ended up getting aloo tikki chaat and a lamb shank masala. They provided chickpea flour crisps with mint-cilantro and tamarind chutney. They also brought us their complimentary chai tea, which was very nice and satisfying. Their chaat was well-balanced, gluten-free (the crispies are made with chickpea flour), and it had pomengranate, chickpeas, and potatoes. The pile was dressed with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney. Their lamb shank masala came bone-in with the curry sauce surrounding it. The lamb was well cooked, and mostly moist and tender, though there were parts that were dry. Both dishes were well-adorned, which was a nice touch. Best of all, however, was how exemplary all the staff were at the restaurant. They exuded a wonderful calmness and hospitality. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Syracuse.

The Indian food from here is actually insane. It is so flavorful and delicious even when you order…read more"mild" for spice level. I've never eaten here in person but have ordered delivery and take out multiple times and feel that the portion sizes are well worth the cost. My recommendations absolutely include the Saffron Special Biriyani which was incredibly flavorful and had SO MUCH different proteins in it and the Lamb Shank Masala. I'm used to many places only giving the lamp shank and nothing else but Raj Saffron House gives lamb shank with multiple pieces of lamb as well. It was incredibly delicious and tender. The chicken saag and the lamb karahi are also tasty! Best Indian food in cuse!

This review probably shouldn't be a solid 5 stars but you have to grade on a curve, because who…read morewould expect Indian food this good in a place like Cooperstown? So much Indian food outside major metropolitan centers in the US is either terribly underflavored, in a sad attempt to level down to provincial palates, or by contrast overspiced, in the equally ridiculous assumption that you convey authenticity via sheer capsicum, that one approaches a place like this warily. And yet what you have here is delicately-calibrated sauces, food in which you can actually taste individual seasonings and savor their interactions, the way it's supposed to be! Samosas are fresh, crunchy crispy crust rather than the doughy glop for which we so frequently settle, and rice is perfectly fluffy. Lunch servings are just the right size - not the gargantuan american portions that let you know how dubious is the quality of the meat (margins can only be maintained on those stupid portion sizes by sacrificing quality). I won't say this place would get 5 stars in London or Chicago but it's well worth your time if you're in Cooperstown instead.

Was not expecting a great Indian meal in a small restaurant in Cooperstown, but it was the best…read moremeal we had during our stay. Everything was delicious and the service was terrific. Lots of vegetarian options and mix of lots of curries, tandoori, and other things. Price point was very reasonable for the quality and portion size. Make a reservation-it was packed in the off season.