Saffron Lounge - Katara زعفران لاونج- كتارا image

Saffron Lounge - Katara زعفران لاونج- كتارا

Restaurant Indian restaurant

😐 The service and waiters were very nice and helpful. I loved the complimentary food 😋 we ordered samosa which was good, Veggie biryani was average and the Murug was below average. I think it needs more flavour, it was slightly plain taste. People often mention service, staff, delicious, Indian, chicken, biryani, good, great, experience, nice,


Address

Katara Cultural Village, Al Moasses St, Doha, Qatar

Website

www.saffronlounge.net

Contact

+974 4408 0808

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (719 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 11:30 PM
  • Friday: 1 to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 11 PM
  • Monday: 12 to 11 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (21) staff (16) delicious (14) Indian (13) chicken (12) biryani (11) good (10) great (10) experience (10) nice (9)
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  • 3/5 marwah s. 1 year ago on Google
    The service and waiters were very nice and helpful. I loved the complimentary food 😋 we ordered samosa which was good, Veggie biryani was average and the Murug was below average. I think it needs more flavour, it was slightly plain taste.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 N A. 2 years ago on Google
    Superb authentic Thai, reminded me of Thailand. Elegant and peaceful ambience. Superb service. Rice side dishes a bit too small, though, but they replaced with bigger portions when we asked. Ordered the Pad Thai, green curry, and a few other side dishes. All were great.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Manish B. 2 years ago on Google
    Hey all… first of all pardon us for sharing pics after indulging. Truely, this place had it all! From one of the best refreshing mojito to the most delectable avadhi handi biryani… their garlic and coriander naan is definitely recommended with the yummy but not so greasy paneer kurchan! And finally the chef’s special dal makhani… am I impressed or am I super impressed!! They start your meal with a very delicious and flavorful dal shorba on the house, which I must say.. I was tempted to ask for more!!! Finally, is it value for money… a definite yes! Amazing quality with huge portions. And they pack your food so well, must say… one of the finest Indian dining restaurants in Doha! If you haven’t tried it yet… I recommend an immediate indulgence. Situated in the oh so beautiful katara village, it’s eye Candy all the way. And the final mentions, their menu does boast of some awesome chats which we couldn’t try , but it’s calling us back soon! The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating! The chef has some great skills up his sleeves… a dinner that we definitely make memories of!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Mohammed A. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent service and the food is delicious. Clean and good hygiene practices since the pandemic. Tried their saffron milk cake for the first time. Very interesting flavor profile. The kids love the food and we visit the restaurant on a regular basis. Highly recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 vipul s. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice service. We went for my wife’s birthday. The staff was so welcoming that when they found out about the birthday they even ordered a cake from talabat for us. The food was really delicous. Being a north indian foodie I can seriously say that they have top class tasty food and hospitable service
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ten E. 7 months ago on Google
    I can't tell you of food, I had a short moment here with a sip of some cocktail juice. You can compromise a chance to take some juice and have a glimpse of the luxurious surroundings, from the Katara Cultural Village, to the sea, Boats roaming about and some sporty activities here. You get access too to a lot of places to visit, don't worry you will envy the story from the three head arts just outside that Sean's to rekindle an era of struggle to fight for something, something to be that they are proud of in the present time, the growth, their freedom, their innovation and that freedom of the fruits from the land, the resource, the value of time. Something to talk about.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rudolf W. 1 month ago on Google • 189 reviews New
    Nice dining room, attentive and friendly service. The veg. Starters and main courses were consistently very good. The mango lassi was also very good. Why they offer imported water from Serbia is a mystery to me? The prices are on the higher side. But the location of the restaurant and the food were very good.

  • 4/5 Um MJ M. 1 week ago on Google • 25 reviews New
    We visited Saffron Restaurant in Katara and the atmosphere was nice and calm and the food was excellent, even though we got spicy and very spicy and they changed the dishes for us and brought them the same 😅 Our order was chicken tikka masala which was excellent, chicken karahi was also excellent, tandoori chicken (I do not recommend it, it is dry and less than normal), Indian samosa with vegetables (delicious, but the dough was not properly Indian, it was the same dough as Gulf samosas) and delicious naan bread, of course. God willing, I will definitely visit the restaurant again I will definitely visit the restaurant
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 الكاشف 2 weeks ago on Google • 148 reviews New
    The food is delicious, the service is great and fast, and great respect from the staff. The prices are somewhat high, which may be due to its location.

  • 5/5 Gülnabat B. 1 year ago on Google
    Must admit we got food coma :) We had butter chicken and Kashmiri roghan Josh, chicken tikka, some dal, rice and butter garlic naan. Super delicious food, amazing service, helpful staff and ambience, prices are reasonable. Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 khurram g. 3 months ago on Google New
    The rates of the menu are high. Should be revised. The taste was good. Being a guest in Qatar it was a memorable experience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ACHUTH K. 5 months ago on Google
    Saffron, Doha is a culinary gem that exceeded all my expectations. The food was a delightful explosion of flavors, showcasing the chef's skill and creativity. Shibin, Guruswami and others made the evening even more special with their warm and attentive service, ensuring we felt right at home. The ambiance of the restaurant is inviting and sets the perfect mood for an unforgettable dining experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Krishnakumar R. 6 months ago on Google
    We had a truly wonderful dining experience last night. The ambiance was excellent, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The service was top-notch, with the staff offering a friendly and attentive approach. A special mention to Shibin and his team who did an outstanding job. Their smiles and dedication truly enhanced our evening. We can't wait to return for another delightful meal!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pedro S. 7 months ago on Google
    Amazing dinner. This was my second time at Saffron. The staff is really warm, especially a waiter named Guru, and the food is outstanding. I strongly recommend for anyone visiting Doha.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adebayo O. 8 months ago on Google
    Absolutely fantastic Indian cuisine. Very courteous staff too. Highly recommended for anyone with a palate for delicate spices. Don’t forget to try the cardamom and ginger tea.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roger-Colin T. 8 months ago on Google
    Very good service and food. We are going there quite often in order to eat their excellent peshawari naan. Staff is very kind. I recommend it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hadi A. 8 months ago on Google
    Amazing! The food is superb, the staff are very kind and professional. Had butter chicken and naan 🫓 On the way out, the staff even took care of us by requesting a golf cart to take us to the car while we waited indoors in the AC!!! I am a regular there, and the food never fails to satisfy my cravings 🤤But you should expect a food coma afterwards 😁⚠️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nehal A. 1 year ago on Google
    I have been living in Qatar for almost 8 years and I have visited in many restaurants on several occasions but the worst experience I ever had was in this SAFFRON restaurant whose service, food quality is very poor and their menu is huge expensive. If the quality of food is good then there may not be much problem due to high inflation.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alyahya, S. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent service and nice Indian cuisine. I tried the chicken butter and bryani rice and it was so delicious and different than other Indian restaurants. I believe it is pricey and it is like +50% more than average prices I experienced before for Indian food. Thanks.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ganesh M. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food, welcoming staff, cosy ambiance, nice outdoor seating too. welcome drink + 2 rounds of papadam with sweet and spicy chutneys + daal shorba were offered complimentary to us during our last visit. It's a decent option for indian food. Although it may seem slightly costly, the portions are quite generous in general.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 hakeem 1 week ago on Google • 45 reviews New
    The place is tidy and beautiful and the food is delicious I ordered lamb biryani, masala biryani and butter chicken The service is excellent, as are the staff, but the prices are a bit exaggerated That means one naan bread costs 10 Qatari riyals 🤷🏾‍♂️ The biryani masala is 55% more than it deserves, to be honest They served us a delicious and sweet lentil soup in small cups, as well as a delicious yogurt salad with the biryani. Butter chicken is also delicious

  • 5/5 M. A. 2 weeks ago on Google • 17 reviews New
    Honesty and no mistake

  • 5/5 carla s. 3 weeks ago on Google • 12 reviews New
    Spectacular service, friendliness and extreme cordiality. Tasty food. A place to visit and return to

  • 5/5 Leila B. 5 months ago on Google
    I am used to eat Indian food, but my experience at the Saffron Lounge -Katara was just unique. The food, the service, the place, all is just perfect. Thanks to all from the kitchen to the dining room.

  • 5/5 Aabdulrahman K. 4 months ago on Google
    Very beautiful place, very good service and delicious food.. but a little expensive.

  • 5/5 Mohammadi N. 5 months ago on Google
    Visited on March 3rd 2020. It was my mother's first time in Qatar. She enjoyed the food so much. Just today we were talking about it. Will visit soonnn.

  • 5/5 Priyanka K. 3 months ago on Google New
    We had a great dinning experience here for our lunch with a beautiful window seat overlooking the sea. The service was good and quick We got complimentary papad with mint sauce and a lentil soup. The soup warmed us up nicely coming from the cold. We started with gol gappa shots for appetizers and a mango drink. The gol gappa shots were not your traditional indian pani puri but they were a fusion kind. It was really tasty with all the sauces. They also gave us a complementary starter to taste which tasted great, it was almost like a mini version of raj kachori. For mains, we got the lamb biryani and paneer khurchan with garlic naan. The biryani had amazing aroma and the lamb was succulent. The paneer curry tasted great with the naan.

  • 5/5 Chioma E. 5 months ago on Google
    We had an amazing time dining at Saffron Lounge. The food 🥘 was so delicious and the staff rendered a top notch customer service. Well done 👏🏾

  • 5/5 Ahmad M. 3 months ago on Google New
    In this trip i tried the indian food 3 times and this experience was the best Honestly its the best tasty indian food in Qatar And having a kind staff like Amina is really an add value, special thanks to her and to the staff

  • 5/5 Nowa Q. 3 months ago on Google New
    Everything was perfect 👌🏻 Highly recommended 👍🏻🤤 The staff were nice and friendly Special thanks for Shiben 🌹

  • 5/5 Hannah P. 4 months ago on Google
    Amazing Service - The food was great with decent portion sizes

  • 1/5 JUSTICE P. 1 year ago on Google
    Unprofessional staff with the worst Indian food I have ever tasted. They count on the recreational beach and tourist attraction to hide their real unprofessional work. I do not recommend this restaurant if you really want tasted Indian spicy. I had a horrible experience in 2021 with a rotten smell chicken Masala and Kabab.

  • 5/5 Daniel B. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely food in very nice location. Portion sizes are very large, one biryani and naan enough for two people

  • 5/5 shivshankar p. 2 years ago on Google
    Its nice i was there in dhow festival its amazing i enjoyed a lot people must go there, its always a festival there

  • 5/5 Jay S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food. Quantity per dish is large. Price per dish is reasonable. Food is quite tasty. Ambience seems a little old. Great service. Went on a weekday and got a table immediately. Overall a great dining experience. Some interesting sculptures outside. A modern version of "see no evil", "hear no evil".... made from recycled material and made in the context of a pilot. Photo uploaded is "speak no evil".

  • 5/5 Gayantha B. 1 year ago on Google
    First time in Saffron Lounge and YOU have to go! It’s the nice spot with amazing food. Mr.Gurus service and advice on food we was so amazing and we will definitely be back again. They made us feel welcomed and gave us an amazing experience.

  • 5/5 sadeem 8 months ago on Google
    It is delicious Indian food but the price is high. They have a great hijabi girl waitress 🩷

  • 1/5 Tariq A. 1 week ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    To be honest, the taste does not match the price! Also, chicken biryani is made of white rice, and has nothing to do with Indian biryani, which has rich flavors!! Also, Chicken 65 was a deception on their part, as it was not as usual cut into small pieces and had the soft taste that comes from a Sizzling. Also, the chicken pieces were not melted, but rather difficult to chew. In short, this restaurant is very ordinary compared to Indian restaurants in the East, such as Copper Shindi - Al-Khobar, or Flavors of the East Restaurant - Dammam, or Shezan Restaurant - Dammam,


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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