Saffron Indian bistro in Fresno, CA

4.4(257)$10–20Fresno, CA
True Hidden Gem 💎
Good value

Rated 4.4 stars based on 257 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Casual dining

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers
  • Romantic dinners

At a glance

Fresno, CA • Price $10–20 • 4.4★
Saffron Indian bistro in Fresno, CA, offers an Indian buffet experience. Located in the Fort Washington neighborhood, this establishment has a 4.4-star rating based on 257 reviews. Saffron Indian bistro provides dine-in service, curbside pickup, and no-contact delivery. The price range is between $10 and $20. Visitors can find hours, website, and phone information for this restaurant. This buffet is a dining option in Fresno for those seeking Indian cuisine.

Good to know

  • Saffron Indian bistro has a listed address in Fresno, CA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.4-star rating from 257 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
9447 N Fort Washington Rd #112, Fresno, CA 93730, Fort Washington, Fresno, CA
Phone
(559) 389-0460
Today
12 PM–12 AM
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.4 (257 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Not the Fastest

Score 32/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score32/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
17/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
0/10

What works

  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Under $16 per person

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Trusted Rating

🆕 4.4 weighted · 257 reviews
4.4weighted · raw 4.4 from 257 reviews
Newly Discovered (Low Confidence)
Review volume vs. city median257 / 580 median
02,900 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
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Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.4) with the city average (4.39) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2900+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
12 PM–12 AM
monday
12 PM–12 AM
saturday
12 PM–12 AM
sunday
12 PM–12 AM
thursday
12 PM–12 AM
tuesday
12 PM–12 AM
wednesday
12 PM–12 AM

Pricing

Price range $10–20
Price range$10–20

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy Quiet Trendy

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Curbside_pickupDine_inNo_contact_deliveryDeliveryTakeout

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Great tea selection Serves local specialty

Popular Dishes

2 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Lamb Biryani$17.951 mention
  • Kulcha$5.951 mention

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

158 items with prices
  • Chutney$1.50
  • Samosa Chaat$7.95

    Veggie samosas topped with chickpeas and swirled with tamarind and mint chutney.

  • Raita$4.50

    Homemade yogurt with diced cucumber and tomato.

  • Veggie Samosas$4.95

    Crisp flour turnovers stuffed with potatoes, green peas and pices.

  • Veggie Pakora$8.95

    A mixed veggies and deep fried with butter.

  • Paneer Pakora$10.95

    Fresh homemade cheese stuffed with mint and spices dipped in garbanzo butter.

  • Chicken Pakora$10.95

    Breaded strips of boneless chicken breast.

  • Dhai Papri$8.95

    Crisp homemade chips topped with chickpeas, onions, potatoes, spice, mix yogurt, sev, tamarind chutney and light chili chutney.

  • Aloo Tikki chaat$8.95

    Indian potato pancake topped with chopped onions, tamarind and green chili chutney.

  • Fish Pakora$10.95

    Fresh fish of the day, marinated and served with sweet tomato chutney.

  • Egg Omelete$8.95

    Omelete prepared in Indian style with onions, tomatoes and fresh herbs and spices.

  • Onion pakora$7.95
  • Bel puri$7.95
  • manchurian ( gravy )$16.95
  • Mashroom pakoda$9.95
  • Masala papad$3.95
  • SHRIMP SPRING ROLL$4.95

    2 ROLLS COME WITH HOUSE MADE SAUCE

  • VEGETABLE SPRING ROLL$5.95

    3 ROLLS COME WITH HOUSE MADE SAUCE

  • Gobi Manchurian$16.95
  • Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza$19.95

    Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza is made with marinated paneer, red peppers, onions, and tomatoes mashroom in a tandoor oven

  • Tandoori Chicken Naan Pizza$20.95
  • Chicken Samosa bites$8.99

    4 pieces

  • Chicken tandoori Samosa Bites$8.99

    4 pieces

  • Veggie Soup$5.95

    Delicious mixed vegetables slowly simmered in broth.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

257 reviews

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What is the rating of Saffron Indian bistro?

Saffron Indian bistro has a 4.4-star rating based on 257 customer reviews.

📍Neighborhood Gem

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

A standout spot in a quiet area — people come here on purpose.

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Restaurant

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Parks

Jensen River Ranch

Park

~0.4 mi
Eaton Trail Park

Park

~0.4 mi
Jenco Farms Parkland

Park

~0.6 mi
Woodward Park

Park

~0.6 mi

Disc Golf Courses

Woodward Legacy Disc Golf Course

Disc Golf Course

~0.7 mi

Nature Reserves

Parkway Trust / Caglia

Nature Reserve

~0.8 mi

Viewpoints

Friant Roulette

Viewpoint

~0.6 mi