Saffron Indian Cuisine - Falls Church

I located this restaurant on line, we wanted a meal that was different from the food we had been experiencing on a 4week road trip that we are half way through. As soon as we walked through the door, we were greeted by a lovely lady and male waiter, They answered all questions about there menus and the food and service were fantastic, and large All in all, perfect

Tucked in the back of an unremarkable urban commercial strip you will find Saffron. A sharp left from the small foyer has you squeezing between the register and the buffet to reach the small but comfortable dining room. Grab a plate and brace yourself, their small buffet offers a surprising variety of entrees absolutely exploding with flavor. You'll find the usual suspects and more but not like you're used to; entrees are layered with flavors, spice, heat, smoke and sweetness. You won't find the usual array of rarely-eaten sides and desserts just hearty meat and vegetable entrees. The chicken curry is otherworldly, the goat tender, the butter chicken and palak paneer have a smoky depth and complexity that elevates them from from the everyday. A fresh basket of naan accompanies your meal. $22 for the buffet but well worth it.

This restaurant regularly turns customers away because of how busy they get. They tell you “ the wait will be too long” just for take out! The best way to ruin your business is to turn customers away! Who cares your food business s good if people can’t order it! Wake up Saffron- there are plenty of other good indian restaurants near by!!

I've passed by this location so many times. After researching over 5 different Indian lunch buffets, I stumbled upon Saffron. The local Yelpers got it right! The food here was amazing. I loved the butter chicken, gobi manchurian, goat curry and the palak paneer. Flavors and service was on point. With over 10 dishes to choose from and the value under $25 for lunch in NOVA this was a steal. I arrived with my friend shortly after 1130 on a rainy Saturday and this place got packed quickly. The food was already ready to serve and the buffet station was really clean. Inside theres plenty of seating for all parties. The front can be a little tight with the buffet line and people waiting for their carry out orders. Parking is limited in the front, but theres plenty of spaces in the back. Just beware of the narrow spaces and theres no exit to the main road in the back. Highly recommend if you want quality Indian. I will definitely be back to try their other speciality dishes.

The food and the service were good to very good. I hope the kitchen wasn't as dirty as the dining room (tables, chairs, floor walls, light switches), utensils and napkins (including flies) and unserviced bathroom.