Absolutely love. One of the first things that I noticed is how beautiful the restaurant was. It had a pleasant atmosphere that was nicely decorated. We ended up being there for happy hour so we ordered a few drinks. I had the mango mule and it was delicious and refreshing. For appetizers we ordered vegetable samosas which were tasty. For entrees we ordered the Salmon Madrasi, Chana Masala, and chicken masala. These dishes did not disappoint as they were each flavorful in their own way. The service was amazing. The waitress was very attentive and answered all of our questions. Highly recommend! read more

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This is a glassy, modern restaurant in a relatively hip new development. I had to search a bit for parking. The menu I received was a bit differently presented than the one online and was an odd read; it seemed to be trying to organize into themes of how dishes were cooked rather than their contents. But it was actually a bit challenging to find the staple dish I ordered, channa masala, as it was in tiny text under the wok section. I might rethink the menu design. There were some fairly detailed descriptions regarding special dietary needs. Service wasn't quite on point, as our server kept offering us a choice of salad that they did not have, and I ordered a chai and didn't get it (I was stuffed regardless). Substantively, however, the result was excellent. Their samosas specifically state they're made with red potatoes, and it feels like a bit of a local flavor twist on the classic (and indeed, despite their ubiquity in Indian cuisine, potatoes are of course an American plant). My channa masala had a robust flavor mix with visible whole spices and the chickpeas were relatively al dente and paired well with bread. There were other options, but their rendition of classics made for an enjoyable night. read more

Great flavors and well balanced cocktails, plus a daily happy hour from 3 to 6pm which is a nice bonus. We tried the Mumbai (whiskey, Campari, orange curacao, Cinzano) and it was a standout. The discounted samoas, naan, and keema paratha during happy hour were all excellent too. For entrees we had the curried salmon and chicken madrasi, and the flavors carried through nicely. One thing to be aware of: the starters came out quickly but the entrees took a while. Hopefully just an off night, because the food is worth coming back for. The interior is beautiful and the location in Aksarben is great, with plenty of other restaurants and bars nearby to make a full night of it. read more

The food was excellent. Really nice atmosphere in the restaurant with a large open bar between the dining area and the kitchen. This is a great place for a date night. Cute neighborhood for a nice walk after dinner, too! The service was really good. read more

Saffron Indian Urban Kitchen - The full service bar and the dining area looking towards the entrance from a window bench seat near the back of the restaurant. - Indian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Amazing food...simply outstanding. Quiet, quaint, and friendly service. Mira (our server) was so helpful and patient. I can not recommend this restaurant enough. read more

I've been here several times now, and it's been consistently excellent. Every visit, the food and drinks have been on point. It is a bit pricey, but the portions are generous and justify the cost. The flavors are bold, balanced, and clearly well thought out--nothing feels rushed or watered down. Service has been excellent each time: attentive, friendly, and professional. On top of that, the decor and overall ambience are really well done. The space feels modern, warm, and polished, making it a great spot for both a casual night out or a nicer dinner. If you're looking for quality Indian food in the Aksarben area with strong flavors, great service, and a solid dining atmosphere, this place delivers. Worth repeat visits. read more

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Best in Omaha!! This is my go-to place for Indian food. The food and drinks are excellent, and service is always great. Lots of great options for groups with meat-eaters and vegetarians. I have enjoyed their mixed drinks (virgin and alcoholic). Their seasonal drinks are fun to mix things up. Being in Aksarben, their patio is nicely located and, on the right day, gets the music from other areas. read more

Very classy and modern restaurant with a separate party room. Food was fantastic. Naan $6, and samosas $8, for 4, for appetizers were perfectly sized and delicious. Where have samosas been my whole life? You can choose from beef or vegetable, served with a great sauce. Mint chutney. Yum . Great creative menu, mostly southern Indian I think, madras I, chicken or salmon, $25, with coconut milk and basmati rice. Salmon was really delicious and cooked perfectly (medium) before the coconut milk sauce. Shrimp Palak with spinach perfectly grilled. $25, lots of shrimp, salmon biryani, big dish with basmati rice and perfectly cooked salmon, $25, biryani is served with naan on top like chicken pot pie, but not this fish. Too big I think for a top floor. Chicken kabob, big pieces of perfectly cooked and season chicken with basmati $20, you can have ribeye kabob $30. Service was great, very helpful with explaining the menu and very friendly. This place in Aksarben has a good case for best Indian food in omaha. We have very good and authentic Indian restaurants. Get here, try everything and decide for yourself. Plus you can walk around Aksarben after dinner. Don't forget the samosas! read more

I had Saffron for the first time as takeout group order at work. The menu is confusing, difficult to tell the differences between chicken masala, chicken, tikka naan, chicken tikka korma, etc. I ended up trying the chicken masala curry, which was creamy but lacked flavor otherwise. The side of soup that the curries come with tasted a bit watered down. Overall, not the best Indian food, but I hear good things about the ambiance and chai, both of which I was not able to experience. read more

Saffron Indian Urban Kitchen - Chicken Masala Takeout - Indian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Great food and great service!!!!! Whenever I'm in Omaha and I want some really delicious flavorful food, I can always count on coming to Saffron and having the mot delicious Lamb Korma! Nice pleasant relaxing atmosphere and soft lighting makes for a great dining experience! read more

Saffron Indian Urban Kitchen - Chicken Korma with Roti - Indian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Great spot in Aksarben Village and the food soo good! Started off with a Torchlight cocktail, the perfect spicy margarita. You can't go wrong with vegetables samosas and cheese naan. For entree we had the Beef Vindaloo and Shrimp Bhuna. The vindaloo had a great amount of spice and you get a full ribeye steak. The bhuna was more mild and had nice flavor with tomato, onion, and garlic. The shrimp was a little overdone, but I could look past that due to the flavor of the dish. We finished with Mango Lassis, sweet and smooth helped alleviate the heat from the meal. You've got to check this place out. read more

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what a place! i have heard about saffron from so many people and was excited to finally try it -- it's so refreshing to be in a place where they stick to their traditions and offer the world the medicine that they create through food. Saffron was exactly the medicine we needed walking in -- warning our digestions, stirring up healing, & offering immune boosting nourishment. FOOD : like i said, i love that they use food as medicine. When we sat down they served us hot chai tea shots -- a great way to stimulate the digestive juices before eating a meal. The chai was lovely and we got the beef samosa for an appetizer, which was delicious and packed with flavor. We all agreed it was 10/10 and the way they cooked it was absolutely perfect. A crispy outer shell, soft and crunchy, with flavorful beef packed on the inside... it was a hit. It took a while for our food to come out so we were glad to have the appetizer! Once we ordered they brought out a soup before our meal, once again, food as medicine! The flavor wasn't for our palettes but that wasn't because it wasn't made well or with good ingredients, it was clearly well made & purposeful, just not for us. The pick 2 option was perfect because you can try a little bit of everything, and the portions are just right. If you get an entree keep in mind they are large servings! This pick 2 had chicken masala and chicken tikka korma. YUM!!! All of it and the bread was soooo good -- brimming with flavor and just enough to satisfy. You can tell they use quality ingredients and prepare with care, which is why we didn't mind the wait. Everyone was pleasant who helped us and we had a wonderful time. It's a beautiful space, has amazing lighting, decor, ambiance and tons of plants to calm the nervous system. I love how saffron is a whole body experience of refreshment, nourishment, and grounding! We will definitely be back. read more

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Always enjoy the service, atmosphere and the food. We like to try several dishes so we have leftovers for later in the week. And the cocktails, especially the Mumbai are phenomenal. read more

Saffron Indian Urban Kitchen - Mumbai cocktail (partially consumed). - Indian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Went for lunch, great service and awesome atmosphere. For the price, you'd be hard pressed to find a finer dining experience. Went with the Pick 2 lunch option (2 entrees, rice, mixed pickle, naan, dessert). For $16, this felt like an absolute steal. And also, $2 bottomless chai? Easy choice, delicious! Overall, great experience, food could definitely have more spice, I wish I'd have chosen hot because medium felt very mild. Naan was good, but far from the best I've had. For the price, this place is a great lunch spot! read more

Saffron Indian Urban Kitchen - Pick 2 lunch option - Indian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

My boyfriend and I absolutely love this place--we come here often and always have a great experience! I can't believe I haven't reviewed them until now, oops! The food is AMAZING--everything we've tried is so flavorful and perfectly cooked. They also have great happy hour specials. The staff is always super friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit even better. Plus, the portions are generous, so we always have leftovers to enjoy the next day! If you're looking for incredible Indian food and a warm atmosphere, this is the place to go :) read more

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Back at Saffron for lunch today. Was good on this cold day. Sadly a couple things though made it a 4 star. For some reason they didn't have any mixed pickle . And I asked for my dishes to be XXtra Hot and they were maybe medium spicy. I absolutely love the pick 2 lunch option though. I had lamb Koran and chicken masala. Always great flavor! The meat samosas today seemed to be lacking flavor compared to past visits. All around still a very enjoyable lunch. read more

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Simply one of the best meals to have in Omaha, it's consistent in its excellence time and time again. Always great service!

Probably one of the best happy hour deals in the area. Their lunch menu and pricing is also fantastic. We have been here countless times and just love the food so much. The garlic naan, Samosas and chicken masala are our favorites. They have really good cocktails too. But I love the unlimited chai tea during their lunch special. The staff is super kind and the restaurant is also extremely beautiful and well decorated. It always feels like a very relaxing experience when we go in. The portions are also really generous, my partner, and I usually order a couple of small dishes and share, and we always have leftovers. read more

Food was pretty good. Mango mule was good. Service was good. I do think it's weird to ask people for a review and pass out review papers at the end of dinner. read more

Came here on a weekend for lunch around 1 pm and the place was EMPTY! At first I was concerned, however the service and the food was excellent. The lunch special is a great deal and served on a thali. The vibe of the restaurant is upscale with large windows and open bar space. The food was delicious I tried the chicken masala, lamb korma and salmon. All dishes had a great balance of spice and flavor. Will definitely be back to check it out again! read more

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Interior was beautiful for date night, they have a room that you can rent for private events as well. The chip/pita/ naan bread that came with the spinach and cheese dip was hot and fresh. The spinach & cheese dip was a bit salty and had a hint of curry flavor to it - this was like a curry spinach & artichoke type of dip. For our entrees we got the chicken masala and lamb bhuna - both spicy. The heat was definitely there - definitely knew how to spice it up. However the masala was very creamy since it has sour cream in it - it didn't have that usual tikka masala taste to it compared to other restaurants I've tried. I was slightly disappointed that the menu didn't have the basics of butter chicken or a regular chicken tikka masala. The lamb bhuna was very flavorful compared to the masala, but the rice that was served was a bit hard almost like it was undercooked or old rice - basmati rice can be a little softer. The drinks were great! Mango Moscow mule was sweet & same with the cosmo! Our waitress was friendly and checked up on us often. read more

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Went for the lunch special. Enjoyed everything we got! I loved how it came with a complementary chai. It is very nice inside restaurant. Love the color scheme inside and the plants in there. The service was decent. read more

Saffron Indian Urban Kitchen - Lunch special - Indian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

From Maryland to Omaha, I did expect to stumble upon this jewel of restaurant! The food was amazing! Dolma service was excellent. She had The perfect balance of separation and attention. The Ambiance is the perfect mixture of a classic restaurant and a romantic outdoor patio Inside. I'll be here at least 2 more times before I leave on Wednesday today is Saturday read more

Eat here!!!! My wife is Indian, I'm an intolerant of the heat white boy and this checked all of the boxes. From appetizer to main dish the food is outstanding. Having Dolma serve us was the other outstanding aspect of this. She was patient with us, had great suggestions and did a wonderful job! This is worth checking out and pricing is reasonable for the awesome food and flavors! read more

Our supper club group visited Saffron together (a large group of about 10 people on this visit). And while the food tasted excellent and the ambiance was top notch, the wait time/service left a little to be desired. When we arrived, we ordered a few starters - the Garlic Naan and Chicken Cheese Naan. Both came with a pale green mint chutney for dipping that was delicious. The garlic option was a little more light and airy, while the Chicken and Cheese one was almost a meal in itself. Both were still very soft and fluffy, so it just depends how heavy you want your naan to be. We also grabbed the Beef Samosas which were amazing. They came as these little triangles of fried dough filled with super tender and seasoned beef, a few veggies, and topped with a tamarind and mint chutney that played off each other well to counteract the heaviness of the beef and fried factor. So here is where the timing issue began that I mentioned earlier. The server was nice and explained everything very well in terms of what we were ordering. The issue was that the starters were brought out, and then we did not see our server again for about an hour (not an exaggeration). I think they were waiting for us to completely finish every bit of the starters/food on each plate of naan, etc before they would come take out entree orders? Well once that was sorted out and they did come out to take our orders, we were back on track (just a little hungry and confused!) Each entree came with an accompanying soup or salad. I chose the Mulligatawny soup, and it was thick and smooth and so tasty. Definitely recommend that if you're a fan of soup. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Korma for my entree and it was BRIGHT neon red when it arrived which I hadn't seen before, but that did not hurt the taste. It was great! Mixed with the accompanying basmati rice and the naan, it hit all the right spots I was craving. My husband got the Beef Vindaloo and he loved it. I had a bite and it was pretty packed with heat, but he is a lover of intense heat as long as it is for flavor and not only to cause pain. I should also mention that they do add a swirl of Raita to each dish to help counteract a little of the heat or add a little flavor. Just so you know, that is what the white swirls in your dish are. Saffron has bright, fun decor and amazing food. Just maybe order your starters and mains at the same time! read more

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I was traveling from out of town and picked up chicken masala (mild) and garlic naan to go. The mild had no spice which was perfect for me. You can tell the chicken is grilled and marinated which creates amazing flavor. I have Indian food about once a month from all over the US and I can say this is some of the best Indian food I have ever had. I'm debating having it again before leaving town it was that good. I called ahead and it took about 25 minutes for my order to be ready which was very convenient. I would highly suggest this place. The inside also looked very nice and had a big bar area where multiple people were having drinks. read more

When we went to Saffron it was very busy. Thankfully, we had reservations. Due to the business, food service was slow. It took about 45 minutes for us to get our food. Aside from the wait, the food was tasty. The Spinach Cheese Naan was a great way to start our meal. It was tasty. Think a spinach dip in between naan. It was good, but not enough to get again and again. The mango lassi on the other hand is another story. That is one drink to get with every visit to this restaurant. The best way I can describe it is that it's like a mango yogurt smoothie. It can probably count as dessert. When our main entrees arrived, my husband's Lamb Vindaloo dish was pipping hot. My Salmon Madrasi was a less so. Both dishes tasted great. Something I wish I had known before going -- you do not have to be all the way dressed up. Most of the patrons wore nice outfits, but nothing too formal. read more

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Our Favorite Spot in Omaha! The happy hour menu is unbeatable, with delicious drinks and standout appetizers like the samosas, house soup and garlic naan. We also love the spinach cheese dip. Their entrées never miss, and an honorable mention definitely goes to the Tikka Korma Chicken and Chicken Korma which is comforting, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. Beyond the food, we absolutely love the vibes. It's cozy, welcoming, and has become our go-to spot for a great night out. Safron is hands down our favorite restaurant in Omaha! read more

I ordered Chicken Tikka Korma to go. It was a very good sauce but, there was not a ton of chicken. Very flavorful and full of spices. The side of naan and mint sauce was very good! Minty but not too overwhelming. Everything was still very hot when I got home so, out order must have been made very fresh. For the price, I would visit again but, maybe eat in. It feels like there were a few things that we missed out on by taking to go. read more

Omaha has a wealth of good Indian restaurants to pick from, and Saffron is a great choice if you're looking for a little more of an upscale Indian dining experience. The cozy, dimly lit interior and warm curry was exactly what I needed on a cold January night. No reservations necessary for a Sunday evening; we were sat and attended to immediately. The menu includes all of the classics, as well as some interesting cocktails and an extensive bar menu. We started with the veggie samosas, which came with two sauces (1 savory and 1 sweet). The samosas were great and very large, but they would have been perfect if they were a tad hotter. For an entree, I got the Chicken Tikka Korma, which was delicious. It was the perfect balance of rich, creamy, and savory flavors. A match made in heaven with the fresh rice and naan. I also really enjoyed the soup included with the entree, which came out before the main meal. The presentation of everything was beautiful as well. There is a lot of seating inside, but they also offer patio dining for the warmer months. I look forward to coming back! I might choose another spot for my day-to-day Indian food, but this was definitely a cute spot for a nice quality meal. read more

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I wish i had the experience others have had on the reviews. Samosas were meh, 2 stars. Bread was just 3 stars. Chutney was worse than bottled. My chicken vindaloo was a pathetic portion and tasted of vinegar. No depth. No delicious spices. No lemon (which is far superior in vindaloo). I think I had a half of a small potato. A complete letdown and a .5 out of 5. Half a star is for the dear chicken who deserved a better life. My partner had the lamb korma and it was a 3.5 out of 5. The service was ok. Nothing phenomenal. The space is ok. There was a lot of open space and noise, it wasn't comfortable to us. The bar area was weird as was the man that kept walking around. It wasn't the elevated Indian dining experience we were expecting. read more

What a wonderful experience for a meal! We came in on a Saturday afternoon to celebrate my friend's birthday. It was happy hour, so we ordered apps to share and drinks. I ordered the Mumbai for my drink, it was like a Negroni and so lovely, but potent! My friends both ordered the Bombay margaritas and enjoyed the fresh flavor. For apps, we ordered the Keema paratha which I enjoyed more than the chicken and cheese naan, which was similar. They both came with mint chutney that we couldn't get enough of! I wish the keema paratha would have had more tomato flavor, but the beef was a great flavor. Both the meat and veggie samosas were good, great depth of flavor for both. I prefer veggie samosas personally, it's not a samosa to me without that delectable turmeric spiced potato filling. The cheese and spinach dip was a delightful surprise. I didn't originally want to order a cheese and spinach dip at an Indian restaurant when there are so many good options, but it was heavenly! The dishes all had gorgeous presentation, every time something came out I audibly gasped, ha! Our waitress was really great until the end, when we couldn't find her to get our bill, but we weren't in a big hurry, so no big deal. Prior to that, she brought us complimentary tequila shots since we were celebrating a birthday, it was so sweet! She said normally they bring a dessert, but she said these seemed more fun, which we totally agreed with. As far as the ambiance, the restaurant itself was beautiful. It was a mix of casual, not-everything-in-its-place vibe while also combining the upscale decor and dark look for a touch of romance. It's a good place for a casual happy hour with girlfriends or a romantic date night. They have a party room where someone was having a graduation party, so it's good for groups. The one odd part was the bathroom was so dark, by design, so that could potentially cause problems if you can't see well or have one too many Mumbais. read more

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The salmon Bhuna was to die for!! I would definitely come back again just for that! Love the atmosphere & great service as well. read more

Saffron Indian Urban Kitchen - Chicken Korma (top left) & Salmon Bhuna (bottom) - Indian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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Our go to Indian place in Omaha. It would be better of the samosas were smaller and maybe if you got more in an order. The entrees though are great and the restaurant itself is beautiful. Great for photos on a date night read more

The chai is amazing and they have great lunch specials. There are lots of things to try and the restaurant is on the nicer side.

Stopping into one of my favorite Indian restaurants to enjoy their Omaha restaurant week featured menu. A wonderful selection of a starter, salad or soup, several main course options and dessert plus a house wine or cocktails for $50 a person. Entrées are served family style so everybody can have a taste. Always enjoy coming to this restaurant offering a combination of classy, cozy, and wonderful food. Relaxing music serenades you over a wonderful selection of wines and cocktails. Our server was friendly and attentive. A nice list of happy hour options and even some noshes. The vegetable samosas on the happy hour, appetizer list are just top notch. Indoor and outdoor seating is available as well as a very nice bar area. Highly recommended that you stop in and check out this restaurant as soon as possible. read more

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I loved my first visit to Saffron. The complimentary hot chai on a cold day was to die for. I really enjoyed that they have the lunch sampler platters since I've never eaten a lot of Indian food. Our waitress was so friendly and offered great recommendations based on allergies and taste preferences. The interior is lovely and the noise level was perfect. read more

Fantastic food and service! Highly recommend! Great atmosphere for well prepared and presented Indian dishes

Portions | Flavor | Service Portions - The portions were surprisingly large. We would recommend doing "family share style" if you go. We shared a variety of plates and rice. It was the best play because it allowed us to sample multiple dishes without getting overfilled. Flavor - The flavor was delicious. We had two dishes (curry chicken and curry salmon), soups, and two types of rice. Overall, everything was rich in flavor, and I would happily go back again and recommend it to friends. Service - We had great service. We were there Saturday 6 - 8 pm. So, the earlier side of the standard busy date night. The restaurant was 75% full, and our waitress was very attentive. We never had a water glass go below 1/4 full, and everything we asked for came out in a timely manner. Pro tip: Make a reservation because this place can get busy during peak dining hours. Pro Tip: you are in Aksarben village. Therefore, there is a good amount of parking. read more

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The ambiance here is fantastic! Very elegant. Velvet booths and chairs. Perfect lighting. Very spacious and open. There is also a small outdoor patio filled with plants. All of the staff were fantastic! Very attentive, kind, and great at their jobs. The star of the show was the vegetable samosa. So beautifully plated and crunchy. Came with Mint Chutney and Tamarind sauces. The entrees come with a soup (lentil) or a salad. All around $20-30 which seems fair for the full experience. Aksarben has lots of street parking and parking garages. Might take a bit to find a spot but they are there! read more

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