Zaffran

There are few names that are destined to stand out in the culinary galaxy of Mumbai and ‘Zaffran’ is one of them. This immensely popular chain of Indian restaurants has enraptured the curry loving diners for a long time. The proof lies in the long string of outlets of Zaffran dotted around the city, highly frequented by families and corporates alike. If you don’t mind rolling up your sleeves and binge on a rich decadent curry affair then Zaffran is your place. Craving for some aromatic biryani or melt-in-your-mouth kebabs, find a way to bag a table at Zaffran. This restaurant is a curry fanatic’s paradise. Out of numerous outlets of Zaffran all over Mumbai, try the one at 95 Fernandez Villa on Hill Road, Bandra West. The outpost is easy to access and not to mention, tucked in a posh corner.

Zaffran is your ultimate North Indian curry place that will never disappoint you. If all these outlets is of any indication, Zaffran knows what it’s doing. North Indian food is not their only claim to fame. Rich Mughlai food with heavy emphasis on seafood preparations is their chief draw. Those who feel like dunking a few kebabs in chutney while sipping on beer can find a table at Zaffran. For a change, we ask you to give the booze a skip and stick to a mango lassi or thandai to complement your appetizers. Munch on, gosht seekh kebab, kurmuri methi palak kebab, lasooni jhinga, kalmi tangdi kebab, murgh kakori kebab and Baluchi barrah chop. In curries go for, soya keema nizami, murgh anarkali, tawa masala jhinga, Zaffran-e-raan masala and paneer badami.

The best way to enjoy any Indian meal is with a basket of buttery flatbreads or a helping of pulao or biryani. Light eaters can always tuck into their khichdi. Chur paratha section is worth mentioning. Coddle your sweet tooth with an assortment of yummilicious desserts. Zaffrani phirni, gulab jamun, salted caramel tart and rasmalai seems highly enticing. Zaffran lets you dine in style. While the décor may not be fancy or sophisticated, it pulls it off by presenting a comfortable good-looking ambience comprising of long sofas and an old-fashioned décor. Try to grab their cage-like booths for a more private setting. The appearance of an old haveli adds to the charm of Zaffran. Good news is that it doesn’t cost too much.