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Taste of Saffron Restaurant

55 Old Cleveland Rd, Greenslopes QLD 4120, Australia

Recommended by 15 people

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55 Old Cleveland Rd, Greenslopes QLD 4120, Australia

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+61 7 3158 8142
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Taste of Saffron Restaurant

Generous Persian skewers, rich stews, and crunchy saffron tahdig anchor this unhurried Greenslopes dining room. An unassuming storefront on Old Cleveland Road—tablecloths set with traditional copper plates and cast iron teapots. Regulars point straight to the spiced koobideh kebabs, charred tomatoes, and fragrant rice with that crisp golden crust. Large group feasts and celebratory dinners lean on family-style share platters, backed by a welcome BYO policy and soothing bowls of ash reshteh. Save room for the rosewater-and-saffron ice cream with crushed pistachios.

  • Charcoal Kebabs & Crisp Tahdig: Skewers of spiced minced lamb koobideh, chicken, and rich stews served alongside golden, crusted saffron rice.
  • Group Feasts & BYO Dining: Warm hospitality and expansive shared platters make group celebrations seamless, complete with a BYO drinks policy.
  • Traditional Tableware: Meals arrive on traditional copper dinnerware alongside hot tea served in cast iron teapots.
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Why Diners Choose Taste of Saffron

Discover why diners choose Taste of Saffron for authentic Persian feasts, celebratory gatherings, and warm hospitality.

  • Authentic Charcoal Kebabs & Generous Portions

    Grilled meats such as koobideh, joojeh, and chenjeh are served alongside crusty saffron rice and generous portions.

    The minced lamb kebabs and chicken kebabs were very extremely succulent and flavourful.

    sreeparna bhaumik

  • Crispy Crust Saffron Rice & Hearty Platters

    Platters come with tender, well-seasoned meats and traditional fluffy saffron rice featuring a crispy crust.

    The rice was fluffy, flavoursome, and with crispy crust. The salad was good. The lamb, chicken and beef were well seasoned, moist and tender.

    Margaret Lau

  • Unhurried & Attentive Hospitality

    Dine-in guests are welcomed with attentive and unhurried hospitality that creates a comfortable, relaxed setting.

    The service from the two waitresses was attentive and unhurried.

    Lance Andrews

  • A Warm Atmosphere That Feels Like Home

    Guests feel instantly at ease with kind staff who cultivate a welcoming, familiar setting for gatherings.

    The staff are very kind and welcoming, making you feel at home from the moment you walk in.

    Saman Naghikhani

  • Seamless Group Functions & Milestone Events

    Equipped to host milestone celebrations and group functions with coordinated food courses and attentive service.

    They were incredibly hospitable, the function hall setup was perfect, and the service was spot on.

    Sarah A

  • Hassle-Free Celebrations with BYO

    Group gatherings benefit from a flexible dining setup that allows guests to bring their preferred drinks.

    Being BYO is a massive win, too. If you’re looking for a great meal without the fuss, definitely give this place a go.

    Jacob Jamieson

Signature charcoal kebabs and grilled specialties

  • Koobideh Kebab

    My go to is always koobideh, spiced minced lamb grilled to absolute perfection and topped generously with sumac, served with rice and salad.

    Jasmyin Tay

  • Mixed Grill

    We got the mixed grill and lamb shank stew and it was insane. The minced lamb kebabs and chicken kebabs were very extremely succulent and flavourful.

    sreeparna bhaumik

  • Joojeh Chicken Kebab

    for mains I had Joojeh Chicken Kebab which salad, crusty saffron rice and grilled tomato. It was flavourful, filling and special in so many ways.

    Lance Andrews

  • Soltani Kebab

    For the main, we had the Soltani Kebab a combination of beautifully cooked meats served with fragrant saffron rice.

    Parnian Zahedi

Other favorites

Traditional starters, drinks, and sweet pairings

  • Mast-O-Khiyar

    For starters, I had the Mast-O-Khiyar (cucumber and mint yoghurt dip) with bread

    Lance Andrews

  • Ash Reshteh

    We started with Ash Reshteh, a flavorful herb and noodle soup that was rich and comforting.

    Parnian Zahedi

  • Doogh

    Also, don't miss the chance to try Doogh. It's one of Iran's most iconic and refreshing traditional drinks.

    Mahyar

  • Persian Tea with Baklava

    We also has Persian tea with baklava as desert. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

    Margaret Lau

Before you head over

Practical tips on timing, drinks, and ordering to plan your visit

  • Weekday Lunch Timing

    Reviewers note that discounted lunch specials are not available on weekends, so plan a weekday visit if you want to take advantage of weekday lunchtime pricing.

  • Bring Your Own Drinks

    Guests hosting celebrations or work functions highlight the venue's BYO option as a convenient way to bring your own drinks for parties without hassle.

  • First-Timer Menu Ordering

    Newcomers can navigate the extensive Persian menu by ordering classic staple kebabs like Koobideh, Chenjeh, or Joojeh paired with crusty saffron rice.

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