# Saffron Restaurant & Bar, Shetland — Reviews & Opening Hours > Saffron Restaurant & Bar — Restaurant in Shetland. Rated 4.6/5 from 313 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/restaurants/saffron-restaurant-bar (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Restaurant ££ # Saffron Restaurant & Bar Lerwick, Shetland [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4103966090160347844&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** Saffron Restaurant & Bar is a restaurant in Shetland, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 313 Google reviews. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs. ## About Saffron Restaurant & Bar Saffron Restaurant & Bar sits on North Road in Lerwick and serves Indian food at lunch and dinner. The kitchen prepares dishes including chicken korma and freshly made naan. Takeaway and dine-in options are available, along with beer, wine, cocktails and coffee. The restaurant welcomes children and larger groups, and takes bookings. Vegetarian dishes feature on the menu. Portions are generous and pricing is reasonable. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Saffron Restaurant & Bar's own website](https://www.facebook.com/riddimaya?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). 🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 1:00 – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - Allied Taxis Shetland Ltd next door - Alex Morrisons next door - Freefield Pharmacy next door - Douglas Arms next door - Shetland Museum & Archives 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's delicious and fresh Indian food, with many highlighting the quality of dishes like chicken korma and naan. They also mention the excellent service, with staff being friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Guests appreciate the reasonable prices and good portion sizes, noting that it offers good value. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (313 reviews) **Price level** ££ **Dogs allowed** No **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** Improvement Required **Destination** Shetland Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/919875). [More restaurants in Shetland](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (313 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](https://www.facebook.com/riddimaya?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01595 695441](tel:01595695441) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Shetland **Plus Code** 9CGW5R4X+R5 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Shetland Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DShetland%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Saffron Restaurant & Bar? Saffron Restaurant & Bar is open Mon closed; Tue–Sat 12pm–2pm, 4:30pm–10pm; Sun 1pm–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Saffron Restaurant & Bar any good? Saffron Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 313 Google reviews. ### Is Saffron Restaurant & Bar dog-friendly? No, Google lists Saffron Restaurant & Bar as not allowing dogs. ### Is Saffron Restaurant & Bar good for children? Yes, Saffron Restaurant & Bar is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Saffron Restaurant & Bar? Yes, Saffron Restaurant & Bar takes reservations. ### Does Saffron Restaurant & Bar have vegetarian options? Yes, Saffron Restaurant & Bar serves vegetarian food. ### Does Saffron Restaurant & Bar have outdoor seating? No, Google does not list outdoor seating. ### Is Saffron Restaurant & Bar wheelchair accessible? Saffron Restaurant & Bar has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Saffron Restaurant & Bar? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Saffron Restaurant & Bar? Call Saffron Restaurant & Bar on +44 1595 695441. ## More near Saffron Restaurant & Bar ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Rockvilla Guest House ★ 4.9 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lerwick/hotels/rockvilla-guest-house) - [Fort Charlotte Guest House ★ 4.7 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/hotels/fort-charlotte-guest-house) - [Knysna House ★ 4.4 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lerwick/hotels/knysna-house) - [Auld Norlande ★ 4.9 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lerwick/hotels/auld-norlande) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Fethaland 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/cottages/fethaland-uk7548) - [Norwick 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/cottages/norwick-uk7545) - [Reawick 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/cottages/reawick-uk7549) - [Sands of Breckon 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/cottages/sands-of-breckon-uk7547) ### Campsites nearby - [South Nesting Hall And Caravan Park ★ 4.2 · 7.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/camping/south-nesting-hall-and-caravan-park) - [Bridge End Outdoor Centre ★ 4.5 · 8.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/camping/bridge-end-outdoor-centre) - [Cunningsburgh Touring Park ★ 4.5 · 8.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/camping/cunningsburgh-touring-park) - [Skeld Caravan Site ★ 4.6 · 10.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/skeld/camping/skeld-caravan-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Fort Charlotte ★ 4.7 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/fort-charlotte) - [Clickimin Leisure Complex Pools ★ 4.5 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/clickimin-leisure-complex-pools) - [Bod of Gremista and Textile Museum ★ 4.5 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/bod-of-gremista-and-textile-museum) - [Bressays Heritage Centre ★ 4.3 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/bressays-heritage-centre)