Saffron The Indian Kitchen in Nashville, TN

4.2(778)$10–20Nashville, TN
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Good value

Rated 4.2 stars based on 778 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Quick meals
  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

Nashville, TN • Price $10–20 • 4.2★
Saffron The Indian Kitchen is an Indian buffet located in Nashville, TN. Situated within the Assembly Food Hall at 5055 Broadway in the Midtown neighborhood, this establishment offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery services. With a price range of $10–20, Saffron The Indian Kitchen has garnered a rating of 4.2 stars from 778 reviews. This buffet provides an opportunity to explore Indian cuisine in a convenient setting. Visitors can find hours, website, and phone details for this restaurant.

Good to know

  • Saffron The Indian Kitchen has a listed address in Nashville, TN, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.2-star rating from 778 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout, delivery.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
Assembly Food Hall, 5055 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203, Midtown, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 933-7786
Today
10:30 AM–10 PM
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.2 (778 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

⚡Quick service

No long waits

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Before you go

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 40/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score40/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
10/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Under $16 per person
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

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

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 28/100 · 2 positive signals
Full night out score28/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
3/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.1 weighted · 778 reviews
4.1weighted · raw 4.2 from 778 reviews(↓ 0.13 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median778 / 860 median
04,300 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

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 (4.2) with the city average (3.95) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 4300+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
10:30 AM–12 AM
monday
10:30 AM–10 PM
saturday
10:30 AM–12 AM
sunday
10:30 AM–10 PM
thursday
10:30 AM–10 PM
tuesday
10:30 AM–10 PM
wednesday
10:30 AM–10 PM

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

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsMany vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccepts Android PayAccepts Apple PayAccepts credit cards

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual CozyGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
DeliveryDine_inTakeoutReservationsOutdoor SeatingCatering

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
 Fast service Great tea selection Live music

Reviews

778 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of Saffron The Indian Kitchen?

Saffron The Indian Kitchen has a 4.2-star rating based on 778 customer reviews.

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A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

Food & Dining
33
Arts & Culture
18
Retail & Shopping
17
Travel & Tourism
6
Miscellaneous Services
4
Transportation & Automotive
3

91 nearby places across 11 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

91 places nearby (arts & culture, tech, finance, food, government)

Museums

National Museum of African American Music

Museum

510 Broadway

~152 ft
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Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame

Museum

~289 ft
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Charlie Daniels Museum

Museum

~0.3 mi
George Jones Museum

Museum

#128 2nd Avenue North

~0.3 mi
+1-615-818-0128
Tennessee State Museum - Military Branch

Museum

~0.3 mi
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Musicians Hall of Fame

Museum

~0.5 mi
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Place Of Worships

Central Church of Christ

Place Of Worship

~0.1 mi
Temple Church

Place Of Worship

~0.2 mi
McKendree United Methodist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.2 mi
Downtown Presbyterian Church

Place Of Worship

~0.2 mi
First Baptist Mission

Place Of Worship

~0.2 mi
Christ Church Cathedral

Place Of Worship

900 Broadway

~0.2 mi
+1-615-255-7729Website
First Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.3 mi
Saint Marys Catholic Church

Place Of Worship

~0.4 mi

Gallerys

O Gallery

Gallery

65 Arcade Alley

~0.3 miMo-Sa 10:00-17:00; Su 11:00-16:00
+1-615-416-2537

Arts Centres

Tennessee Performing Arts Center

Arts Centre

~0.3 mi
Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC)

Arts Centre

505 Deaderick Street

~0.3 mi
+1-615-782-4000Website

Theatres

James K. Polk Theater

Theatre

~0.3 mi

Post Offices

United States Post Office

Post Office

Arcade Street

~0.3 mi
Nashville Post Office

Post Office

~0.3 mi

Banks

Truist

Bank

401 Commerce Street

~0.1 mi
U.S. Bank

Bank

~0.2 mi

Ice Creams

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

Ice Cream

~59 ft
Mike’s Ice Cream

Ice Cream

129 2nd Avenue North

~0.3 miSu-Th 08:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 08:00-00:00
+1-615-742-6453Website

Restaurants

Slim and Husky's

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5056 Broadway Place

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Hattie B’s Hot Chicken

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~93 ftMo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-00:00; Su 11:00-23:00
+1-615-576-8700
Eddie V's Prime Seafood

Restaurant

590 Broadway

~147 ftMo-Su 16:00-22:00
+1-615-238-2359Website
CAVA

Restaurant

~239 ft
Boqueria

Restaurant

~247 ftSu-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00
+1-615-245-7160Website
Oscar's Taco Shop

Restaurant

530 Church Street

~0.2 miMo-Su 09:00-19:00
+1-615-251-1507Website
Puckett's Grocery

Restaurant

500 Church Street

~0.2 mi
+1-615-770-2772Website
Wollworth on 5th

Restaurant

221 5th Avenue North

~0.2 mi

Cafes

Elixr Coffee

Cafe

~92 ft
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Frothy monkey

Cafe

235 Rep. John Lewis Way North

~0.3 mi07:00-16:00
+1-615-600-4756 x2Website
Starbucks

Cafe

315 4th Avenue North

~0.3 mi
+1 615-747-4836Website
Bowtie Barista

Cafe

315 Dea

~0.4 mi
Listening Room Cafe

Cafe

~0.6 mi

Food Courts

Assembly Food Hall North

Food Court

~254 ft

Fast Foods

Panera Bread

Fast Food

401 Commerce Street

~496 ft07:00-15:00
+1 615-401-1171Website
Subway

Fast Food

~0.2 mi
Chile Burrito

Fast Food

162 4th Avenue North

~0.2 miMo-Fr 10:30-15:00
+1-615-248-0025Website
Deviance foods. Gyros

Fast Food

210 4th Avenue North

~0.2 mi
Dunkin'

Fast Food

~0.3 mi

Bakerys

d'Andrews Bakery

Bakery

555 Church Street

~0.2 miMo-Fr 07:00-14:00; Sa,Su 08:00-14:00
+1-615-375-4934Website

Bars

Lainey Wilson's Bell Bottoms Up

Bar

120 3rd Avenue South

~0.2 miMo-Th 11:00-close; Fr-Su 11:00-close
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The Silver Dollar Saloon

Bar

110 2nd Avenue North

~0.3 mi
Fiddle & Steel Guitar Bar

Bar

210 Printers Alley

~0.3 mi
Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar

Bar

220 Printers Alley

~0.3 mi
Headquarters Beercade

Bar

114 2nd Avenue South

~0.3 miMo-Th 17:00-02:00, Fr 15:00-02:00, Sa 11:00-03:00, Su 11:00-02:00
+1-615-784-3494
BB KING'S Blues CLUB

Bar

152 2nd Avenue North

~0.3 mi
Skull's Rainbow Room

Bar

222 Printers Alley

~0.3 miMo-Th 15:00-02:00, Fr-Su 14:30-02:00
+1-615-810-9631Website
The High Watt

Bar

~0.5 mi

Pubs

Fleet Street Pub

Pub

207 Printers Alley

~0.3 mi
Beer Sellar

Pub

107 Church Street

~0.3 mi
The Pub - Nashville

Pub

400 11th Avenue South

~0.6 miMo-Th 10:00-22:00; Fri-Su 10:00-23:00

Townhalls

Nashville City Hall

Townhall

~0.5 mi

Courthouses

Metro Nashville Courthouse

Courthouse

~0.5 mi
Davidson County Criminal Court

Courthouse

~0.6 mi

Pharmacys

Walgreens

Pharmacy

226 5th Avenue North

~0.2 mi
+1-615-256-4600

Beautys

Studs

Beauty

~85 ft

Parcel Lockers

Amazon Hub Locker

Parcel Locker

~0.1 mi

Hairdressers

Months Barbershop

Hairdresser

25 Arcade Street

~0.3 mi

Charging Stations

eVgo

Charging Station

~0.6 mi

Parks

Metro Riverfront Park

Park

~0.3 mi
Bicentennial Park

Park

~0.4 mi

Jewelrys

Little Words Project

Jewelry

5057 Broadway

~23 ft
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Gorjana

Jewelry

~35 ft
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Clothes

The Nash Collection

Clothes

~57 ftMo-Th 10:00-17:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-21:00; Su 09:00-19:00
Molly Green

Clothes

~66 ft
State & Liberty

Clothes

~70 ft
The Normal Brand

Clothes

~99 ft
Ray Ban

Clothes

~120 ft
Nike

Clothes

5046 Broadway

~167 ftMo-Sa 10:00-21:00; Su 11:00-19:00
+1-615-369-1357Website
Ariat

Clothes

~172 ft
Hollie Rae

Clothes

~184 ft

Cosmetics

Sephora

Cosmetics

~170 ft
Lip Lab

Cosmetics

~217 ft

Confectionerys

Savannah's Candy Kitchen

Confectionery

310 Broadway

~0.2 mi10:00-22:00
+1 615-313-9919Website
The Goo Goo Shop

Confectionery

116 3rd Avenue South

~0.2 miMo-Su 10:00-18:00
+1-615-490-6685Website

Gifts

Opry Originals

Gift

300 Broadway A

~0.2 mi

Appliances

Appliance Repair by Asurion

Appliance

222 Second Ave S

~0.4 miMo - Su 09:00-22:00
+1-629-258-9048Website

Conveniences

Tiger Mart

Convenience

~0.5 mi

Bus Stations

Music City Central MTA Bus Terminal

Bus Station

~0.4 mi

Parkings

Public Square Parking (underground)

Parking

~0.5 mi

Fuels

Exxon

Fuel

~0.5 mi24/7

Informations

Visitor Information

Information

~328 ft

Attractions

Arcade Street

Attraction

~0.3 mi
Printers Alley

Attraction

~0.3 mi

Artworks

Andrew Jackson

Artwork

~0.4 mi
Ghost Ballet for the East Bank Machineworks

Artwork

~0.5 mi
WhatLiftsYou

Artwork

~0.5 mi