Saffron NOLA Menu

Saffron NOLA, located in New Orleans, is a cocktail bar offering a unique fusion of Indian flavors. With a diverse menu featuring dishes like Crabmeat Pudha, Chicken Lasooni kababs, and flavorful Lentil pancakes, this spot caters to pescatarians, vegans, and vegetarians alike. The Truffle Naan and Garlic Naan bread options complement the main dishes perfectly. Customers rave about the charbroiled oysters served with naan bread, emphasizing their tenderness and flavor. The intimate setting and attentive service make for a memorable dining experience. Make sure to try the Blue Steel cocktail for a burst of Indian-inspired flavors. Overall, Saffron NOLA stands out for its bold and delicious dishes, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts seeking a culinary adventure.

Dinner Items

Autumn Crisp

butter lettuce mix, grilled red onions. green apples, walnuts, goat cheese, crispy lentils & garlic, toasted pumpkin seeds vinaigrette

$15.00

Pakoda

cauliflower fritters, mint chutney.

$13.00

Crabmeat Pudha

Lentil pancakes, Louisiana crab, date-tamarind chutney, mint chutney.

$18.00

Chicken Lasooni

tandoori kababs, pickled onions, tomato masala

$17.00

Curried Seafood Gumbo - 16oz

jumbo lump crab, gulf shrimp, okra, basmati rice

$13.00

Curried Seafood Gumbo - 32oz

jumbo lump crab, gulf shrimp, okra, basmati rice

$22.00

Chicken Biriyani

saffron rice, crispy onions, soft-boiled egg

$26.00

Pork Vindaloo

goan style pork shoulder, vinegar, chilies, basmati rice

$26.00

Grilled Shrimp Curry

spice crusted shrimp, tomato malabar sauce, basmati rice

$32.00

Basmati Rice - 8oz

side of steamed basmati rice

$3.00

Basmati Rice - 32oz

side of steamed basmati rice

$10.00

Makhni Daal - 16 oz

stewed lentils and red beans.

$14.00

Makhni Daal - 8 oz

stewed lentils and red beans.

$7.00

Bangin' Baingan

roasted eggplant, tomato, fennel, onion seeds, mustard seeds, cumin

$15.00

Raita - 8 oz

yogurt with chopped cucumber, mint, black pepper

$7.00

Raita - 16 oz

yogurt with chopped cucumber, mint, black pepper

$14.00

Vegetables

Bread

Truffle Naan

Tandoori Bread with truffle oil and onion seeds

$5.00

Plain Naan

Tandoori Bread with butter

$3.00

Garlic Naan

Tandoori bread with garlic, cilantro, and butter

$4.00

Chili-Cheese Naan

Tandoori Bread with green chilies, cheddar, paneer

$5.00

Raw Silk

Tequila, mezcal, pomegranate, lemon, lime, grapefruit, black pepper, pink Himalayan salt. Shaken, served up.

$17.00

Saffron Nola Old Fashioned

Bourbon, mango chutney, bitters, demerara sugar. Stirred, rocks.

$15.00

New Kid on the Block

Tequila, rum, lime, tamarind, orgeat, orange. Shaken, crushed ice.

$15.00

Watermelon Pop

Vodka, aperol, watermelon shrub, sparkling rose, lemon, salt. Shaken, served up.

$15.00

Popcorn Pimms

House pimms, coconut, ginger, fernet branca, lemon, soda. Swizzled, crushed ice.

$15.00

I See Stars

Gin, Aperol, dry vermouth, star anise, saffron, lemon. Shaken, served up.

$15.00

Jungleee Bird

Rum, falernum, Campari, roasted mango, passion fruit, lime, mint. Sizzled, on the rocks.

$16.00

Chai Baller Negroni

argentinian gin, fennel, cardamom, ginger, black tea, Italian bitter, cocchi rosa

$17.00

Anti-Inflammatory

cognac, turmeric coconut milk, honey, red chili oil, cilantro

$16.00

Cocktails

Saffron Pantry

Mango Chutney

10 oz jar

$8.00

Tomato Ginger Chutney

10oz jar.

$8.00

Cranberry Chutney

10oz jar.

$8.00

Pineapple Chutney

10oz jar.

$8.00

Tamarind Chutney

10oz jar.

$8.00

Green Cayenne Pickle

10oz jar, pickled cayenne

$8.00

Mixed Vegetable Pickle

10 oz jar: pickled, carrots, turnips, cauliflower

$8.00

Masala Chai Mix

4oz tea tin to make SAFFRON NOLA Chai

$6.00

Lamb Chop Rub

3 oz. spice tin to season lamb chops

$5.00

Seafood Rub

3 oz. spice tin to marinate or spice crust seafood.

$5.00

Vindaloo Spice

3 oz. spice tin to season meats.

$5.00

Saffron Crew Neck

Black SAFFRON NOLA T-shirt

$20.00

Saffron V-Neck

Black SAFFRON NOLA V-Neck T-Shirt

$20.00

Saffron Black Hat

Adjustable hat with Velcro

$25.00

Lemon Pickle

$12.00

Meyer Lemon Pickle

$12.00