SAFFRON KITCHEN, RESTAURANT & BAR

Great Afghani food. Both vegetarian and meat
I had a great shank of lamb.
Inside can be a little loud. Recommend outside or the in between section.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good Afghanistan food with decent price

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

I had the pleasure of dining at Mr. Akbar Arghandiwal’s restaurant and was truly impressed. From the moment we walked in, the staff provided exceptional hospitality—warm, attentive, and professional throughout the entire experience. The food was absolutely delicious, showcasing authentic flavors with perfect presentation. Every dish reflected quality, care, and culinary expertise. A must-visit for anyone seeking great service and unforgettable taste. Highly recommended!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing all around. The spinach dish was excellent

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our waiter Jessie was great. The food was great. Did a before and after for proof.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Reasonable prices, delicious food, and great service!

Quiet and beautiful at 1 p.m. for lunch. Excellent authentic food and Persian tea.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lovely afghani spot in Berkeley! The food was absolutely delish, and they were able to accommodate all my allergies. The owner was our server and was so helpful with navigating the menu. The cardamon saffron tea was out of this world!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Overall the food was great, clean, and healthy. Salmon and shrimp were not overcooked however the chicken was dry. I'd recommend cooking for 5 mins less on the grill. The sauces were good toppings to compliment each kabob plate.

Food: 4

A++. Again, aye plah plah baebee.. yeaaaa, muah.

We have eaten at Safforn Kitchen a number of times in the past and found the food to be good. But tonight we ordered using DoorDash. Our Kabob entrees arrived with 1 skewer per dish. Paying $25 for 1 skewer and some rice didn't sit well with me. Wonder if this was a one-off mistake or others have experienced something similar.

Food: 3

Service: 3

Gave both me and my husband food poisoning. I have a pretty strong stomach so I’m surprised this happened. And we both had completely different meals so I have to presume it’s a systemic issue in the kitchen. It’s a shame because I really wanted to love this spot.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 1

Saffron kitchen catered our daughter's wedding last summer. IT was the best wedding food I have ever tasted. We're still getting compliments on it! They're great to work with - very professional!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I absolutely adore Saffron Kitchen! This is my favorite little place! Everything from the food to the service to the ambience is superb. You can’t go wrong with anything that you try on their menu. The flavors are so fragrant and pronounced. Amazing spices and herbs with the most authentic taste. Every dish is amazing and always made with love.

My current favorite is the filet mignon kabobs. If you like juicy, tender meat with immense flavors, this is IT! But I’ll be honest; any of their kabobs will knock your socks off. All of their appetizers are scrumptious too. I love the potato pakora, mantus, bolani, samosas, and their housemade Middle Eastern Naan and Chutneys. The chutneys are packed full of flavor, and the green chutney is an addiction that just waiting to happen. Whatever you do, make sure that you put that on everything that you can! It is so delicious.

Not to be forgotten are their fantastic cocktail. I’ve had every one of their cocktail list thus far, and all are uniquely enjoyable. My go-to is the “Paradiso” but I always like to switch up the rotation and try something different. They have the best happy hour in town and an even better dinner dining experience. Portions are large and filling always.

The service is just impeccable! Every time that I step foot in the door, I am greeted with warm smiles and treated like family. I’m a regular here, but the awesome service is inclusive of all. Akbar, Abdul, and his team are exceptional. I’m so grateful to have this neighborhood gem nearby. If you’re thinking of giving them a try, don’t even think about it; just DO IT like Nike. I promise that you won’t be disappointed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food and service. The staff was very attentive and helpful. Will come back for a romantic dinner some time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5