Zaffron – Indian) *
Zaffron captures the bustling energy of a traditional spice market, where the intoxicating aroma of sizzling lamb tikka and golden, hand-folded samosas beckons from the kitchen. The experience is a vibrant tapestry of textures and tastes, from the cooling tang of yogurt-drenched chaat papri to the pillowy warmth of fresh pathora, offering a soulful celebration of authentic flavors in every bite.
Dale Boulevard https://thezaffron.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian) *
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, halal, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, nut-free, heart-healthy, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, tlc, volumetrics, alkaline, aip, renal, zone, carnivore, macrobiotic, lectin-free, slow-carb, juice-cleanse
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its pleasant environment and attentive service, Zaffron is a favorite for guests who appreciate polite staff and regular check-ins. Diners rave about the crispy burgers, highlighting the satisfying texture
Menu
Appetizers
- Chaat Papri - $8.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa Chaat - $8.99: Triangle-shaped flaky fried pastry, chick peas, and yogurt with spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Channa Pathora - $12.99: Soft or crispy pories served along with chana masala. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Halwa Puri - $13.99: Traditional breakfast featuring halwa and soft fried dough called puri. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pakora - $9.99: Savory fried fritters served with mint and tamarind chutney. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa - $7.99: Triangle-shaped flaky fried pastry filled with minced meat or vegetables and deep-fried. 3 pieces. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilly Chicken - $11.99: Sweet and sour crispy fried chicken and bell peppers tossed in garlic, chili sauce and soya sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pakora Large Tray - $150: Large Tray of Chicken Pakora Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoor and Grill
- Chicken Tikka - $15.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Tikka - $19.99: Tender chunks of lamb marinated in a special sauce and grilled in a tandoor. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $26.99: Lamb chops marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, herbs and spices and grilled in a tandoor. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bihari Kabob - $17.99: Skewered pieces of lean beef or chicken, marinated in aromatic spices, yogurt and chilies. Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seekh Kabob - $14.99: Kebab on a skewer. Ground meat mixed with onions and marinated in ginger. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chapli Kabob - $17.99: Pashtun-style minced kabob, made with ground beef or chicken seasoned. Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Charga - $26.99: Skinless chicken rubbed with cayenne, paprika, and lime juice then roasted. With 2 breads. Dietary tags: Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lahori Fried Fish - $19.99: Fried fish crispy and crunchy from the outside while moist, tender, aromatic. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Kabob - $12.99: Grilled tomatoes, onion, green bell peppers and squash. Lightly seasoned. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Kabob - $19.99: Salmon filet marinated and grilled in a tandoor. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Lamb Roast - $699.99: Whole Lamb marinated in spices grilled in a tandoor. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Clay Oven Breads
- Plain Naan - $1.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Afghan Bread - $2.49 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Naan - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Naan - $2.49 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Keema Naan - $6.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Naan - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Entrees
- Karahi - $36.99: Succulent and tender chicken, mutton or lamb cooked in fresh ginger, garlic and a tomato-based sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karahi Peshawari - $42.99: Tender lamb cooked with tomatoes, salt and black pepper. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bunna Gosht - $22.99: Mutton is slow-cooked in whole spices, chopped onion, ginger and garlic until tender. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Achar Gosht - $22.99: An aromatic and tangy mutton or lamb curry cooked in achar pickle masala. Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Chicken - $18.99: Chicken marinated in spices, roasted in a tandoori oven, and cooked in spiced tomato, butter and cream sauce. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nihari - $17.99: Tender morsels of slow-cooked meat and bone marrow in a spicy stew. Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Haleem - $17.99: A traditional dish made with slow-cooked lentils, wheat, barley, meat, and spice. Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Paya - $19.99: A Lahori delicacy made with goat feet slow-cooked in a bonebroth with herbs and spices. Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice Entrees
- Biryani - $16.99: Layers of basmati rice and flavorful meat curry cooked with special herbs and spices. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian
- Dal Makhani - $14.99: Black lentil cooked in a copper vessel, reduced in a tomato and ginger sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Biryani - $15.99: Flavorful rice dish with fresh mixed vegetables, sautéed and special aromatic spices. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhindi Masala - $13.99: Okra sautéed in tomatoes, onions, spices and herbs. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palak Paneer - $14.99: Cheese cubes cooked with fresh spinach, onions, ginger, garlic, and fenugreek herbs. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malai Kofta - $13.99: Kofta balls made of potato and paneer are deep-fried. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Channa Masala - $14.99: Garbanzo beans cooked in onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and a blend of spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Afghan Appetizers
- Mantoo - $11.49: Steamed dumplings stuffed with ground beef, onion and seasoning; topped with yogurt and meat sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bolani - $7.99: Crispy turnovers, stuffed with potato and scallions. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sambosa - $8.99: Crispy turnovers, stuffed with ground beef and potato. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $7.99: Mashed chick peas mixed with tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burani Badenjan - $7.99: Fried eggplant topped with tomato sauce and yogurt. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Wings - $9.99: Spicy chicken wings served with fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Nuggets - $8.99: Pieces of chicken nuggets served with fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
Afghan Kabobs
- Lamb Tikka Kabob - $19.99: Chunks of tender lamb marinated and grilled. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops Kabob - $26.99: Pieces of lamb chops marinated and grilled. Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Kabob - $15.99: Boneless chicken breast marinated and grilled. Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kobidah Kabob - $15.99: Grilled ground chicken mixed with chopped onions and seasonings. Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken Kabob - $16.99: Boneless chicken thigh marinated and cooked in tandoor. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tikka Kabob - $17.99: Chunks of beef marinated and grilled. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Kobidah Kabob - $15.99: Grilled ground beef mixed with chopped onions and seasoning. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chapli Kabob - $17.99: Spicy ground beef, sauteed. Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Kabob - $12.99: Grilled tomatoes, onions, green peppers, and squash. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Kabob - $19.99: Salmon filet marinated and grilled. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken and Beef Kobidah Combo - $16.99: One skewer of ground chicken kabob and one skewer of ground beef kabob. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Afghan Entrees
- Qabeli Palaw Afghan Entree - $19.99: Authentic basmati rice with raisins and carrots served with lamb Shanks. Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mantoo Afghan Entree - $19.99: Steamed dumplings stuffed with ground beef, onion and seasoning topped with yogurt and meat sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Platter Afghan Entree - $13.99: Beef gyro served with salad, bread and fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kabob Sandwich Afghan Entree - $12.99: Choice of chicken tikka, chicken kobidah or beef kobidah kabob with lettuce, onion and tomatoes wrapped with homemade tandoori bread. Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Sandwich Afghan Entree - $13.99: Beef gyro topped with lettuce, onions, tomatoes sauce wrapped with homemade tandoori bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
Family Platters
- Combo Platter for 4 - $69.99: Combination of chicken tikka, lamb tikka, chicken kobidah, and beef kobidah. Comes with 2 breads and rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Platter for 6 - $99.99: Combination of chicken tikka, lamb tikka, beef tikka, chicken kobidah, beef kobidah and tandoori chicken. Comes with 4 breads and rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
Kabob Skewers
- Lamb Tikka Kabob Skewer - $12.99 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops Kabob Skewer - $19.99 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tikka Kabob Skewer - $11.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kobidah Kabob Skewer - $6.99 Dietary tags: Halal, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken Kabob Skewer - $12.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tikka Kabob Skewer - $12.99 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Kobidah Kabob Skewer - $6.99 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chapli Kabob Skewer - $12.99 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Kabob Skewer - $8.99 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Kabob Skewer - $14.99 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shank Kabob Skewer - $12.99 Dietary tags: Halal, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chick Peas - $6.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potatoes - $6.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Spinach - $6.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $5.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yogurt - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken Tikka Salad - $8.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Salad - $5.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Afghani Salad - $6.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Qabeli Topping - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Onion - $1.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Tomato - $1.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Grilled Jalapeño - $1.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Kheer (Rice Pudding) - $6.99: Traditional rice pudding flavored with pistachios and almonds. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Gajar Halwa - $7.99: Grated carrots cooked in milk, sugar, nuts, khoya and ghee. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Gulab Jamun - $6.99: Dumplings made of milk solids are deep-fried and soaked in a rosewater. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kulfi - $3.99: Flavored ice-cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ras Malai - $7.99: Cheese balls soaked in a sweet syrup and topped with cardamom-flavored reduced milk. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Baklava - $6.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ferni - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Ice Cream - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Canned Soda - $2.49
- Soda - $2.99
- Soda in Pitcher - $9.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bottled Water - $2.49
- Lassi - $4.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Kadak Chai - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peshwari Qahwah - $3.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Doogh - $4.99 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics
- Doogh in Pitcher - $10.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Juice - $4.99
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