Saffron Restaurant in Otago Menu

ENTREES ENTREES
  • Vietnamese rolls of crisp fried Mutton Bird with Asian salad, Miso Aioli & Sesame dipping sauce, pickled Cucumber $27.50
  • Prawn & water Chestnut Dumplings, Duck and Ginger consomme $24.50
  • Salad of free range Canterbury Pork, marinated in Coconut & palm sugar, Asian greens, sticky Rice, Peanut Chili caramel dressing $24.50
  • Confit of Bendigo Rabbit with Prunes, Agria Potato Gnocchi, toasted Pine-nuts & sous vide Rhubarb. $28.50
  • “Bellota” Jamon Iberico, organically grown, free range from Spain, sliced to order, with Pickled veg, Machengo & Quince paste $28.50
  • Wakanui grain fed Beef “Tartare” with truffled free range Egg $29.50
  • Spicy Lentil, Tomato & Coconut Soup with char-grilled Flatbread & Yogurt Riata $18.50
  • Sustainably Farmed Sturgeon Caviar, with Blinis and other classical accompaniments P.O.A.
MAINS MAINS
  • Southland Lamb rump, Rose petal Couscous, Orange Confit,crisp Pancetta, Date compote and a Lamb shoulder ‘Cigar’ $39.50
  • Stewart Island Blue Cod, Paua Ravioli, Cauliflower Puree, Pear and Fennel Salad $39.50
  • Slow cooked wild Boar, homemade black pudding, double smoked Bacon, baked in Puff pastry, Black Currant Jus $39.50
  • Char-grilled “Wakanui” Beef eye fillet, grain fed from the Canterbury plains, with smoked Brisket, Parsnip puree Candied Onion & Cranberry Tart Tartin $48.50
  • Cassoulet, our winter classic, braised Duck, Lamb shoulder, Cured meats, Pork Belly, Haricot Beans, cooked slowly with Tomato & Riesling $39.50
  • Trio of Curries:
  • Red Duck & Pineapple Curry, Green Curry of Prawn & Lemon grass, Massaman curry of Southland Lamb with Potato & Peanut, Served with condiments, steamed Jasmine Rice $46.00
  • Rump of Southland Lamb with Honeyed roasted Celeriac, Rosemary Bread & Butter pudding $39.50
SIDES SIDES
  • Stir fry Broccolini, Shitake Mushrooms, Ginger & Oyster sauce
  • Baby Cos Leaves, Garlic Croutons, Lemon Confit dressing
  • Creamed Spinach, Nutmeg & Creme Fraiche
  • Duck Fat Potatoes
  • All sides $9.50
LUNCH LUNCH
  • Saffron’s Nasi Goreng $26.50
  • Green Lip Mussels with white wine & Lemongrass $22.00
  • Navarin of Southland Lamb shoulder with Shallots & Port wine, Served with Jasmine Rice $26.50
  • Grilled Stewart Island Blue Cod with preserved Lemon Risotto & Broccoli leaves $28.50
  • Salad of crisp fried Pork & Char-grilled Squid with Yellow Soy Bean Dressing $18.50
  • Char-grilled Southland Hereford Rump, with sauteed Potatoes, steamed green veg, Mushroom & Thyme jus $29.50
  • Confit of Pork Belly with Char-grilled Pear, honeyed Parsnips $24.50
  • Thai Red curry of Beef with Pineapple, Thai Basil, Kaffir lime leaf, Cashew nuts and Jasmine Rice $24.50
  • Our delicious Soup of the day with fresh Bread $18.50
  • Stir fry of winter greens, Prawns, Tofu, Cashew nuts and Oyster sauce $28.50
  • Saffron’s salad of green Leaves, Pear, Nuts and shaved Parmesan with a Herb Vinaigrette $15.50
  • "Children's menu available "
DESSERT MENU DESSERT MENU
  • Laphroaig, single malt Creme Brulee with Monte Cristo Tobacco Biscotti $16.50
  • Deep fried Walnut & Praline Ice cream, Lemon cream $16.50
  • Kaffir Lime Panna Cotta with Mango, Lime salsa $16.50
  • Jilly's warm Chocolate Cake served with Vanilla bean ice cream and Raspberry Coulis $15.50
  • Goat's Cheese Sorbet with Dates poached in Amaretto $16.50
  • Trio of Fresh Fruit Sorbets $14.50
A SELECTION OF CHEESES A SELECTION OF CHEESES
  • Le Delice De Bourgogne, Triple Cream French Brie
  • 'Saint Agur' - a French Cheese from Normandy triple cream, soft mild Blue
  • Neudorf Richmond Red - a hard NZ sheep's cheese
  • Redwood Dairy Gouda - a NZ goat's cheese
  • Served with a Trio of Quince's- Roasted, Sorbet and Paste, water & Oatmeal crackers
  • $22.50 a portion

Nearby Sample Menus

  • Veggie Darkness Reg $11.50, Large $13.50
    • Traditional Falafel, feta cheese, a sundried tomato-olive chutney, fancy lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion and aioli.
  • Brie Cheese $1.50
  • Chips with Tomato Sauce $4.50
  • The Rising Sun Reg $11.50, Large $13.50
    • NZ Streaky Bacon, Egg, hash brown, grilled portobello mushrooms, tomato, fancy lettuce, aioli & Devil relish.
  • Hash Brown $1.00
  • Chips $4.00
  • The Trouble Maker Reg $7.50
    • Kiddies Choice: Prime NZ Beef OR Grilled Chicken Tenderloins, lettuce, edam cheese & Watties tomato sauce in a regular bun.
  • Egg $1.00
  • Halloumi $5.00
  • French Toast Pudding $18.50
    • Raspberry & rhubarb smash, maple roasted pistachio and pumpkin seeds, creme patisserie
  • Eggs with Bacon or Pork Sausage $18.50
    • Pan-fried potatoes, fresh herbs, toast
  • Housemade Soup of the Day $12.00
    • Toast - butter or flaxseed oil
  • South Island Angus Beef Burger $20.00
    • Portobello mushroom, blue cheese, dijon mayo, pickled red onion, spinach, agria fries
  • Agria Fries $9.50
    • Aioli & tomato sauce
  • Bacon $7.00
  • Organic Quinoa & Oat Porridge (vegan) $14.50
    • Apple & blackcurrant compote, cinnamon coconut sugar, walnut crumble
  • Seasonal vegetables $7.00
  • Flowerpot bread $6.00
  • Yellow fin tuna tartare, avocado, roast pepper, sesame soy (subject to availability) $21.50
  • Manuka house smoked salmon on salad greens and asparagus topped with a poached egg and hollandaise $26.50
  • Shoestring fries $7.00
  • Pork belly slow cooked in star anise, garlic and hoisin on sticky rice and bok choy, tart apple dressing $24.50
  • Chicken liver pate with beetroot relish and toasted crostini $16.50
  • Risotto of green peas, asparagus, spinach and mint topped with shredded parmesan and truffle oil $22.50
  • Pav Bhaji $17.00
    • (Spiced Mixed Vegetables, Buttered Pav Bun)
  • Available from 12PM to 4PM
  • Kathi Roll $16.00
    • (Indian Bread, Spicy Vegetables & Herbs – Choice of Chicken, Lamb or Paneer)
  • Uttapam $14.00
    • (Rice-lentil Pancake, Sambhar, Coconut Chutney)
  • Masala Omellete Pav $13.00
    • (Indian Style Spiced Omellette, Buttered Pav Bun)
  • Paneer Dosa $18.00
    • (Crispy Rice-lentil Crepe, Cottage Cheese, Vegetables, Sambhar, Coconut Chutney)
  • Idli $14.00
    • (Steamed savoury Rice -lentil Cakes, Sambhar, Coconut Chutney)
  • Samosa Chaat $12.00
    • (Crushed Samosas, Yogurt, Chutneys, Spices)
  • - or grilled banana & caramel with ice cream or cream $12.50
  • SPANISH EGGS $14.00
    • fried eggs with chorizo, potato & homemade beans
  • - creamy rosemary mushrooms served on toast $13.00
  • MUESLI $10.00
    • served with seasonal fruit, milk & yogurt
  • PANCAKES
  • - with bacon $15.00
  • your choice of eggs on toast $10.00
  • - or smoked salmon $16.50
  • Raita $3.50
    • Classic cooler with cucumber, carrot and yoghurt
  • Aloo Gobhi $16.50
    • Fresh cauliflower and potatoes cooked with ginger, tomatoes and mild spices
  • Fresh Seasonal Vegetable $9.90
    • Crispy fresh vegetable tossed with garlic and butter
  • Paneer Butter Masala $16.90
    • Cubes of cottage cheese cooked in a spiced tomato, cashew and cream based sauce
  • Tandoori Fish Tikka (4 Pieces) $14.90
    • Fillet of fish marinated in homemade spices, yoghurt and mustard oil and char grilled to perfection. A house speciality.
  • Cheese and Garlic Naan $5.00
    • Stuffed and freshly grated cheese and topped with garlic and butter
  • Kasmiri Naan $5.00
    • Stuffed with mixed dry fruits, coconut and nuts
  • Gulab Jamun $6.50
    • Semolina dumpling smothered with golden syrup.
  • Herbed Cheese $4.00
  • Mexican Hot Dog $9.00
    • frankfurter, streaky bacon, marinated onions, Mexican slaw, grilled w cheese
  • Beef Nachos $18.00
    • Sombreos secret nacho beef w frijoles, salsa & grilled cheese
  • Mini Pescado Croquettes $9.00
    • fresh fish croquettes
  • Guacamole $4.00
    • Avocado dip
  • Chicken Fajita $26.00
    • w tequila-honey-lime glaze, roasted vegetables, marinated onions, Mexican slaw, salsa & two tortillas
  • Pulled Pork $15.00
    • w crackling and crema & salsa
  • Chicken Enchiladas $26.00
    • w chipotle rice, Sombreos herb cheese blend, salsa verde & cheats mole
  • Armando's Granola 12.5
    • with yoghurt and fruit compote Soy or almond milk available on request
  • Funghi 25
    • Selection of mix mushrooms, homemade Napoletana sauce, mozzarella cheese finished with rocket, parmesan and truffle oil
  • Polenta chips 8.5
    • with truffle oil and aioli
  • Garlic Bread 10
  • Margherita 22
    • HOmemade Napoletana sauce, mozzarella cheese and drizzled with pesto
  • GF Bread 2.5
  • Seasonal Wedges 9.5
    • Chipotie mayo or Sweet chilli and cream cheese
  • 12" Pizza - Gluten Free available - extra 3
  • -Add Bacon $4.00
  • -Cream Cheese And Raspberry Jam $8.00
  • Toasted Bagel
    • Served with
  • -Kids Size $9.00
  • -Salmon $16.50
  • Served 9am to 2pm
  • -Additional Toppings each $10.00
  • -Bacon $15.50
  • Bangers & Mash: $18.00
    • Meaty Pork sausage served with creamy garlic mash, peas and rosemary gravy
  • Fish and Chips: $16.50
    • A beer battered fish, served with chunky fries, coleslaw, lemon wedge & tartar sauce
  • Salt & pepper calamari served with aioli $14.50
  • Pasta of the day: $15.00
    • A new pasta dish created by our chef daily (add smoked chicken for $3.50)
  • Lamb Shank: $25.00
    • Braised lamb shanks served with creamy mashed potatoes, steamed carrots and homemade rosemary gravy
  • Moe’s Beef Burger: $17.00
    • Delicious beef burger Pattie on focaccia bread with tomato, red onions, fancy lettuce, cheese and aioli served with fries
  • Chicken Wrap: $14.50
    • Tandoori chicken with cheese, onions, carrot and slaw salad, grilled and served with green salad and side of aioli
  • Basket of fries - $7.00
  • Pork Belly Sliders $17.90
    • 3 grilled pork belly sliders, served with hand-cut apple coleslaw and fries.
  • Soup of the Moment $9.90
    • The Chef’s creation served with toasted ciabatta. Please see your server for today’s offerings.
  • Smoked Chicken and Hazelnut Salad (GF) $22.90
    • Mixed salad leaves, toasted hazelnuts and orange segments in an orange and sweet chilli dressing, topped with the smoked chicken breast.
  • Smoked Chicken and Hazelnut Salad (GF) $22.90
    • Mixed salad leaves, toasted hazelnuts and orange segments in an orange and sweet chilli dressing, topped with a smoked chicken breast.
  • Pisa Ranges Platter $15.90
    • A selection of spring rolls, samosas, prawn twisters, squid rings and tempura battered fish bites. Served with sweet chilli and tartare sauces.
  • Sweet Potato Fries (V) $10.90
    • Served with sour cream and sweet chilli sauce.
  • Gold Miners Beef Burger $19.90
    • House made beef pattie served on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato, red onion, cheese, tomato relish and garlic aioli.
  • Moroccan Chicken Wrap $19.90
    • A flour tortilla filled with salad and zesty marinated grilled chicken pieces bound together in a cucumber and mint yoghurt dressing. Served with fries or salad.
  • Coleslaw
  • Potato Salad
  • - Regular $4.50
  • Family Feast $44.90
    • Share a whole flame-grilled Peri-Peri Chicken, 2 large sides & 8 BBQ Ribs
  • Mediterranean Salad $9.90
    • Mixed lettuce, feta, capsicum, olives, cucumber, red onion, carrot & cherry tomatoes
  • Espetada Grande (for 2-3 people) $27.90
    • 2 hanging skewers of Chicken thigh, grilled red capsicum & onion served with your choice of a Large side
  • - Regular $4.50
  • Supremo Veggie Burger $12.90
    • Veggie patty, mixed lettuce, tomato, light mayo & Peri-Peri chutney on a Portuguese roll
  • Chicken Ranch salad $13
    • greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, chicken, croutons & homemade ranch dressing.
  • Weekdays $10
    • dish of the day
  • Rustic fries $6
    • served with tomatoes sauce or aioli
  • Nachos $14
    • chilli beans, salsa & cheese on corn chips with sour cream
  • Lamb wrap $14
    • seasoned lamb with salad wrapped in a warm tortilla with tzatziki sauce
  • Eggs your way $10
    • bacon, eggs & toast (egg fried, poached or scrambled)
  • BBQ beef burger & fries $15
    • homemade beef Pattie , lettuce, cheese, onion & beetroot with BBQ sauce, fries & ailoli (4 bacon $2)
  • Eggs Benedict $16
    • poached eggs, smoked salmon, baby spinach, homemade hollandaise on a toasted English muffin
  • Steamesd Mussel
    • Fresh mussels from Marlborough Sounds steamed in coconut cream , corriander, and chilli with a hint of garlic and ginger. Wine Match: Stoneleigh M arlborough Riesling
  • Ice Cream Sundaes $9.50
    • Chocolate, Berry or Kiwifruit
  • -main $34.00
  • Traditional Spotted Dick $14.00
    • With a twist, apple, cinnamon and raisin steamed pudding, set on sauce Anglaise, served with creamy vanilla icecream
  • -entrée $18.00
  • All mains served with potatoes or rice and your choice of garden fresh vegetables or a crisp side salad.
  • main $28.00
  • Neptune's Soup of the Day $11.50
    • Check with waitstaff
  • GNOCCHI, TOMATO & SAFFRON $16/28
    • Homemade gnocchi in a tomato & Otago saffron sauce, sheep's cheese, kalamata olives, crispy capers
  • VENISON & PINOT NOIR PATE $16/28
    • Pate of wild Fiordland venison liver-enriched with local pinot, rhubarb relish, walnuts, spiced wine jelly, sourdough
  • 2 free-range eggs (poached, fried or scrambled)(v); House-cured free-range bacon; Homemade pork sausages $6.00
  • CHORIZO $22.00
    • Smoked homemade chorizo, roast peppers, Gibbston Valley mozzarella
  • HOUSE BREADS & OLIVE OIL (V) $7.00
  • HAND-CUT CHIPS, OLIVE SALT, TOMATO & SAFFRON AIOLI $7.00
  • GRILLED BRUSCHETTA (V) $15/26
    • Grilled bruschetta, babaganoush, roasted cherry tomato
  • HOKEY POKEY $8.00
    • A scoop of our homemade classic Kiwi ice-cream with plenty of crunchy honeycombs
Saffron Restaurant

Saffron Restaurant

location

Address

18 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown, Otago, 9302, New Zealand

phone

Phone

034420131

email

Email

None

clock

Opened hours

Mon 12 Noon to 3 PM, 5 PM to 11 PM Tue 12 Noon to 3 PM, 5 PM to 11 PM Wed 12 Noon to 3 PM, 5 PM to 11 PM Thu 12 Noon to 3 PM, 5 PM to 11 PM Fri 12 Noon to 3 PM, 5 PM to 11 PM Sat 12 Noon to 3 PM, 5 PM to 11 PM Sun 12 Noon to 3 PM, 5 PM to 11 PM
price range

Price

$50+

type

Type

None

service level

Service

None

cuisine

Cuisine

Asian , European , Seafood

features

Features

Vegan Options ,  Catering Available ,  Cash ,  Lunch ,  Group Meal ,  Seating ,  No Takeaway ,  Cards accepted ,  Disabled Friendly ,  Dinner ,  Outdoor Seating ,  Full Bar

Location
18 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown, Otago, 9302, New Zealand
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