Saffron Indian Bistro – Indian
Saffron Indian Bistro invites diners into a vibrant space where the air is thick with the fragrance of toasted spices and the comforting warmth of freshly baked breads. Golden, puffed bhatura and flaky, stuffed kulchas arrive alongside zesty chickpea curries and savory masala omelettes, offering a soulful journey through India’s rich tradition of street-side comfort food. The experience is perfectly rounded out by the cooling sweetness of a velvety mango lassi or a crisp iced tea, making every visit a bright and flavorful escape.
1143, San Carlos Avenue, San Carlos, 94070 https://www.thesaffronrestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Saffron Indian Bistro
Dairy-Free at Saffron Indian Bistro
Saffron Indian Bistro in San Carlos has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Bhaji, Baingan Bhartha and Lamb Patiala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Saffron Indian Bistro
Saffron Indian Bistro in San Carlos has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baingan Bhartha, Lamb Patiala and Basil Shrimp (5 pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Saffron Indian Bistro
Saffron Indian Bistro in San Carlos has 37 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Khadai Paneer, Saffron’s Daal Makhani and Elaichi Kheer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Saffron Indian Bistro
Saffron Indian Bistro in San Carlos has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chopped Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Saffron Indian Bistro
Saffron Indian Bistro in San Carlos has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tandoori Chicken and Coca-Cola. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Saffron Indian Bistro
Saffron Indian Bistro in San Carlos has 15 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Bhaji, Baingan Bhartha and Pickle. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Saffron Indian Bistro
Saffron Indian Bistro in San Carlos has 34 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Khadai Paneer, Saffron’s Daal Makhani and Elaichi Kheer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Saffron Indian Bistro
Saffron Indian Bistro in San Carlos has 14 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Papad, Pickle and Roomali Roti (Single). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Saffron Indian Bistro
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chopped Salad | 1.4 g | 62.3 g |
| Chicken Curry | 60.5 g | 38.1 g |
| Rasmalai (3 pcs) | 46.6 g | 21.5 g |
| Chicken 65 | 6.9 g | 20.8 g |
| Butter Paneer Masala | 14.5 g | 19.4 g |
| Za’atar Chicken Tikka | 39.5 g | 17.4 g |
| Channa Masala | 30.4 g | 13.1 g |
| Tandoori Chicken | 10.8 g | 12.7 g |
| Daal Fry | 39.7 g | 12.7 g |
| Onion Kulcha | 50.5 g | 10 g |
| Gulab Jamun (3 pcs) | 74 g | 9.3 g |
| Papad | 18.9 g | 8.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Beverages
- Iced Tea - $6
- Mango Lassi - $8: A delightful Mango and Yogurt drink infused with Cardamom.
- Pelligrino Sparkling Water (500ml) - $7: Pelligrino, sparkling water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Coca-Cola - $5: Coca-Cola Original Taste Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sprite - $5: Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free
Weekend Brunch
Available ONLY on Sat - Sun (Brunch Only)
- Channa Bhatura - $19: Puffed fried bread served with channa masala Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Masala Omelette & Pav - $18: Three-egg omelette with onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, green chiles, and cilantro. Served with toast and masala tots Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Aaloo Kulcha and Chole - $18: Freshly baked spiced potato flatbread, butter, raita (1pc) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Poori Aloo Halwa - $19 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Start the Journey
Small dishes that offer a whirlwind journey through multiple flavors, perfect for sharing.
- Chopped Salad - $15: Romaine, kale, carrots, cucumbers, radish, almonds, raisins, kale fritters, tamarind vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken 65 - $16: South Indian style Fried Chicken with homemade habanero dip. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa (2pc) - $12: Savory flaky pastry stuffed with cumin seasoned potatoes and peas, served with chutneys Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- General Tso Cauliflower - $16: Our own take on the spicy Indo-chinese classic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Naan - $14: sharp white cheddar cheese, seasoning salts, onions, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Bhaji - $14: Golden, crispy onion fritters spiced just right Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoori
- Tandoori Chicken - $18: Classic bone-in chicken, marinated for 24 hours in tandoori spices before being charred in the clay oven Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Pepper Chicken Tikka - $19: Juicy chicken skewers marinated with Tellicherry black pepper, garlic, and fresh herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Za’atar Chicken Tikka - $21: Chicken steeped in za’atar, citrus, and herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basil Shrimp (5 pcs) - $18: Ocean-fresh shrimp marinated with chili, garlic, and lemon, then charred over flame Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka - $21: House-made paneer with peppers and onions, bathed in spiced yogurt marinade Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Mains
- Lahsooni Saag Paneer - $23: Paneer sautéed and simmered with spiced spinach gravy, roasted garlic and cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saffron’s Daal Makhani - $21: Black lentils simmered for over 24 hours with tomatoes and spices, finished with homemade butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baingan Bhartha - $19: Roasted eggplant subzi cooked in onion & tomato and garlic with aromatic Indian spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jafrani Malai Kofta - $24: stuffed paneer koftas simmered in a rich tomato and onion gravy with cashews Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Paneer Masala - $23: Paneer simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce with a blend of aromatic spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malabar Shrimp Curry - $24: Gulf shrimp, onions, fresh chilis, our coriander masala blend, coconut milk Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adraki Aloo Gobhi - $19: Cauliflower and potatoes tossed in a mild spice blend, cilantro and ginger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khadai Paneer - $22: Paneer with peppers, onions, and tomato in a bold spiced masala. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daal Fry - $18: A lighter lentil preparation tempered with cumin, mustard seed, and green chili. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Channa Masala - $18: Delicious garbanzo beans cooked with green chilies, onions, tomatoes and a touch of garam masala Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- ODS- Butter Chicken (Old Delhi Style) - $26: our secret recipe — robust smoky flavors and bold spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $26: Rocky Jr. free range roasted chicken breast simmered in a mild sauce with fenugreek Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saffron Chicken Biryani - $23: Fragrant basmati rice slow cooked with chicken and house spice blend cooked “Dum Pukht” served with raita and papad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Curry - $24: Cooked in traditional home style with whole spices and tomatoes, fenugreek, ginger and garlic Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Patiala - $27: Lamb leg slow braised with over 21 different Indian spices Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Sukka - $26: Tender lamb slow cooked with coconut, black pepper, and spices until richly caramelized Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Breads & Sides
- Naan - $5: Leavened Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan - $6: Leavened bread baked with garlic and cilantro on top Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Kulcha - $6: Leavened bread stuffed with onions and spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Roti - $5: Whole wheat flat bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lachha Paratha - $6: layered whole wheat bread with butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Roomali Roti (Single) - $6: handkerchief bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickle - $2: pickled mixed vegetables, green mango and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon, Onion & Chili - $4: Onion, Lemons and Chilli salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basmati Rice - $5: steamed Basmati rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cucumber Raita - $4: Cooling cucumber and yogurt raita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Papad - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mint Chutney (4 oz) - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Tamarind Chutney (4 oz) - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Desserts
- Elaichi Kheer - $8: Creamy rice dessert delicately flavored with cardamom and garnished with pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gulab Jamun (3 pcs) - $9: Cheese dumplings simmered in sugar syrup sauce and garnished with pistachios; served hot Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Rasmalai (3 pcs) - $10: cheese dumplings in a milk reduction, garnished with nuts and served cold Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions about Saffron Indian Bistro
- Is Saffron Indian Bistro dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Saffron Indian Bistro has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Bhaji, Baingan Bhartha and Lamb Patiala.
- What can I eat at Saffron Indian Bistro on a dairy-free diet?
- Onion Bhaji, Baingan Bhartha and Lamb Patiala carry the dairy-free tag, out of 16 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Saffron Indian Bistro have vegan options?
- Yes. 15 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Onion Bhaji and Baingan Bhartha.
- Is Saffron Indian Bistro gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Saffron Indian Bistro?
- Chopped Salad, at roughly 62.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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