Saffron Indian Bistro
7607 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley
(520) 742-9100
Customers' Favorites
Sampler with Tandoori Chicken Na'an and Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala and Rice
Chilli Paneer Tikka Masala
Green and Tamarind Chutney
Classic Tandoori Chicken
Chicken Tikka Masala
Vegetable Pakoras
Vegetable Samosa
Chickpea Masala
Saffron Mughlai
Appetizers
Vegetable Samosa
Crispy turnovers stuffed with potatoes, baby field peas and seasoned with fresh spices.
Curry & Fries
Your choice of masala, korma or curry sauce, served with masala fries.
Vegetable Pakoras
Mixed vegetable fritters.
Saffron Shrimp
Pacific shrimp lightly battered, dusted with ground cumin, mild red chilies & coriander.
Paneer Pakoras
Crispy battered homemade cottage cheese.
Chole Bhature
A popular North Indian dish comprising of chole (chickpeas) and bhatura (fried bread).
Onion Bhaji
Onions dusted in Indian herbs, spices & chickpea flour.
Chili Pakoras
Crispy, spicy green chilies with a coating of chickpea flour.
Chili Paneer
Homemade cottage cheese tossed with onions & bell peppers in a spicy sauce.
Fish Pakoras
Crispy battered fish.
Soup & Salad
Lentil Soup
Creamy lentil soup, infused with turmeric and lemon pepper. Gluten-free.
Mulligatawny Shorba
Zesty traditional chicken soup spiced with red & yellow lentils, cream & Indian herbs. Gluten-free.
Half Soup & Half Salad
Our house made lentil soup served with fresh green salad. Gluten-free.
Plain Saffron Salad
Fresh mixed green, tomatoes, cucumber, mandarin oranges, almond slivers, served with freshly prepared berry vinaigrette. Gluten-free.
Saffron Salad with Chicken Tikka
Fresh mixed green, tomatoes, cucumber, mandarin oranges, almond slivers, served with freshly prepared berry vinaigrette. Gluten-free.
Saffron Salad with Saffron Shrimp
Fresh mixed green, tomatoes, cucumber, mandarin oranges, almond slivers, served with freshly prepared berry vinaigrette. Gluten-free.
Kids Menu
Kids Chicken Tikka with Rice or Fries (5 Pieces)
Kids Vegetable Biryani
Kids Chicken Nuggets with Rice or Fries (5 Pieces)
Kids Saffron Shrimp and Fries (4 Pieces)
Kids Fries
Signature Dishes
Chicken Tikka Masala
The national dish of England, slowly simmered in our famous tomato sauce with a hint of cream, zesty Indian herbs & spices. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Butter Chicken
Also called "murgh makhani" boneless tandoori chicken (dark meat) cooked in a tomato & cream base sauce. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Tandoori Fish Tikka
Bassa fish - a flaky white fish, rich in omega-3 & proteins, marinated in Rajasthani spices. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Tandoori Lamb Chops
Fine cut premium New Zealand lamb marinated overnight in twenty fresh herbs & spices, cooked in a tandoor makes it truly a Saffron specialty. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Chef's Specials
Vindaloo
Saffron's hottest and most fragrant curry, slowly cooked with the vinegar, potatoes and special herbs. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Vegan and gluten-free.
Korma
A rich creamy onion sauce infused with mild spices. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Curry
A traditional Saffron infused onion and tomato sauce. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Vegan and gluten-free.
Saffron Mughlai
Our exotic curry infused with ginger, garlic and tossed with onions and bell peppers. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Saag
A spinach cream sauce infused with black peppercorn and onions. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Rogan Josh
An exotic dish of Kashmir, simmered in house tomato sauce and seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Vegan and gluten-free.
Madras
A South Indian spiced curry sauce infused with mustard seeds and coconut. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Vegan and gluten-free.
Malabar
An aromatic cream sauce slow cooked with mustard seeds and grated coconut. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Patia
A mildly sweet and sour sauce with a perfect blend of vinegar and mango chutney. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Vegan and gluten-free.
Bhuna
A classic North Indian specialty, sautéed and slow cooked with a special house rub. Lightly tossed with onion, bell pepper and tomatoes. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Dhansak
Cooked with lentils & spices. A very traditional & popular Parsi dish. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Treasures
Classic Tandoori Chicken
Succulent chicken leg quarters, marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic, with exotic spices. Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Chicken Tikka
Boneless chicken breast marinated in aromatic Bombay spices & citrus. Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Lamb Kabab
Tender pieces of premium New Zealand lamb marinated with fresh papaya, ginger, garlic & yogurt. Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Shish Kabab
Skewered ground chicken infused with roasted garlic, fresh green chilis, mint, coriander & dusted with exotic aromatic spices. Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Saffron Tandoori Grill
A generous selection of tandoori gems featuring pieces of chicken tikka, lamb, shrimp, shish kabab & a chicken leg. A meal fit for a rajah (king). Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Chicken Barra
Medium spicy, all white chicken marinated in authentic Indian spices. Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Murg Malai Kabab
Tender cubes of chicken marinated in a mild blend of yogurt, cardamom & coriander with a splash of cream. Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Tandoori Pearl Prawns
Fresh prawns infused with ginger, garlic, creamy yogurt, a touch of red chili and North Indian spices. Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Saffron Ajwain Fish
Mahi mahi marinated in yogurt, Saffron, garlic & fresh herbs, seared in our clay oven. Cooked to perfection in the tandoor (clay oven). Gluten-free.
Vegetables Bahar
Karhai Paneer
Homemade cubes of cheese seasoned with exotic fenugreek leaves, onions, bell peppers & cooked in a wok. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Aloo Matar Gobhi
Garden fresh potatoes, baby field peas, cauliflower simmered in an onion & tomato sauce. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free & vegan.
Daal Makhani
Black lentils slowly simmered with traditional spices, a specialty of the Northwest Indian frontier. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Chana Masala
North Indian specialty of slowly simmered chickpeas with tomatoes, onions, roasted garlic, laced with exotic spices. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free & vegan.
Tadka Daal
Yellow lentils slowly cooked with tomatoes, onions, & exotic spices. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Aloo Matar Paneer
Potatoes, homemade cheese, baby field peas simmered with toasted cumin, onions & garlic. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Bhindi Do Pyaza
Okra. Sauteed in cumin seeds, onions & tomatoes. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free & vegan.
Malai Kofta
Vegetable rolls simmered in tomato & cream sauce. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Baingan Bharta
Traditional smoked eggplant cooked with fresh green chilis, ginger root & fresh coriander leaves. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free & vegan.
Mumbai Aloo
Baby potatoes, tomatoes, onions prepared with toasted cumin seeds & fresh Indian spices. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free & vegan.
Shahi Malai Kofta
Vegetable rolls simmered in onion & cream sauce. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Yogurt Masala (Kadi)
A spicy tangy yogurt curry simmered with vegetable fritters. Accompanied with Saffron rice.
Mushroom Do Pyaza
Sauteed mushrooms, tomatoes, onions prepared with toasted cumin seeds & fresh ground Indian spices. Accompanied with Saffron rice. Gluten-free.
Biryani
Biryani
An aromatic blend of traditional basmati rice grown in the Himalayan foothills, slowly steamed with a rich selection of meats or vegetables, accented with freshly ground Indian spices & seasoned with herbs & a hint of exotic Saffron.
Saffron Biryani
Chicken, lamb, shrimp & vegetables cooked with basmati rice, fresh herbs & ground Indian spices.
Hand Crafted Breads
Garlic Naan
Our classic naan brushed with fresh garlic & herbs. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Naan
Our classic soft leavened white bread, great for dipping in curries. Plain or with butter. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Paneer Naan
Homemade cheese stuffed in a soft naan. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Bullet Naan
Spicy green chilis atop naan bread. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Tandoori Roti
Traditional flat whole wheat bread prepared in our clay oven. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Aloo Naan
Soft naan stuffed with spiced potatoes. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Kashmiri Naan
White bread stuffed with blended coconut, raisins & nuts. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Chicken Tikka Naan
Soft naan stuffed with chopped chicken tikka. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Onion Naan
Soft bread stuffed with Indian spiced onions & garlic. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Masala Naan
A perfect blend of cheese, chili, potato, onion, cilantro & spices. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Bhature
White puffed bread, deep fried (4 pieces).
Lachha Paratha
Layered whole wheat bread. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Keema Naan
A crisp naan stuffed with highly seasoned ground chicken. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Plain Paratha
Layered whole wheat bread. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Poori
Whole wheat puffed bread, deep fried (2 pieces).
Fresh Mint Paratha
Layered whole wheat bread. Baked in our traditional clay tandoor oven from India.
Sides
Saffron Rice
Aromatic long grain basmati rice steamed with a hint of Saffron.
Papadums
Fried crispy thin Indian spiced lentil wafers.
Raita
Yogurt mixed with diced cucumbers, tomatoes and onions and sprinkled with a touch of ground cumin.
Side Sauce
Curry, masala, or korma.
Mango Chutney
Spicy, sweet & sour relish laced with ginger & a touch of red chili.
Mixed Vegetables
Cauliflower, zucchini, potatoes, carrots, green beans & peas.
Assorted Chutney
Pickle, onion & mango chutney.
Mixed Pickles
Mango, lemon, chili.
Plain Yogurt
Pulao Rice
Basmati rice cooked with onions, green peas, cream & cumin seed.
Roasted Papadums
Onion
Onion and Chilis
Onion Chutney
Onions, chili powder & vinegar.
Chilis
Desserts
Rice Pudding
Caramelized basmati rice laced with ground almonds, toasted cashews, all slowly simmered in milk.
Kulfi
Traditional homemade ice cream. Mango, almond or pistachio.
Gulab Jamun
A light pastry dumpling made with fresh milk and sweet honey (served warm).
Ras Malai
Sweet cheese balls flavored with a hint of Saffron & roasted cardamom syrup.
Mango Pudding
Fruit cocktail mixed with homemade mango flavored custard.
Drinks
Lassi
Our refreshing homemade traditional yogurt drink. Fresh mango, mint, salt, sweet, plain or strawberry.
Soda
Indian Tea (Chai)
Mango Shake
Fresh mango & cool milk blended together.
Bottled Water
Juice
Fresh Squeezed Lemon Lime Soda
Perrier
Flavored Tea
Iced Tea
Coffee
Hot Tea
Beer
Crabbie's Ginger Beer
Corona
Blue Moon Belgian White
Angry Orchard Hard Cider
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
Lucky Budda
Michelob Ultra
Red Wine
Bodega Tamari, Malbec
Troublemaker, Red Blend
Josh Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon
Firesteed, Pinot Noir
Michael David, 6th Sense, Syrah
The Prisoneer, Cabernet Sauvignon
White Wine
Sparkling Brut Split
Ca'del Sarto, Pinot Grigio
Pine Ridge, Chenin Blanc
Charles Smith, Kung Fu Girl, Riesling
La Crema, Chardonnay
Rombauer, Sauvignon Blanc
Indian Beer
Bira
King Fisher (12oz)
Flying Horse (22oz)
Taj Mahal (22oz)
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Recent Reviews
This is by far the best Indian food I've ever had. So fresh and just the right amount of spice. Delicious! Really kind server's and a full bar makes this place a must go.
January 2025
Another great experience at Oro Valley, Tucson, week of Christmas 2024. They were busy, we didn’t have a reservation, but they welcome us in and found a table for my family right away. Attentive and welcoming. Great customer service. Food at Saffron was delicious. Good food portions.
No complains.
Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access for people who use strollers, wheelchairs, canes, etc.
No complains.
Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access for people who use strollers, wheelchairs, canes, etc.
December 2024
The best Indian buffet in the Tucson area. A few years ago in mid-January of 2020 a few Indian coworkers brought me there and we didn't get the buffet but I have ALWAYS kept going back.
December 2024
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