Founded in 2006, Zaffrani is a family-run restaurant that brings authentic Indian cooking to the heart of Islington. This cosy corner spot is perfect for intimate gatherings, family dinners or even dates.
Kick off your meal here with one of the excellent starters such as a tandoori platter of chicken and lamb with naan and raita, various samosas and bhajis or fish cakes with spicy crab meat and mustard mayo. For a lighter bite, there are also poppadoms with a selection of chutneys.
The tandoor turns out glorious grilled dishes that will keep you coming back, including murgh (half a free-range chicken marinated in yoghurt), fragrant lamb chops with kashmiri chilli or fat, juicy king prawns marinated in mild spices with fresh lemon.
Those who prefer curry are similarly spoiled for choice, thanks to a variety of options with various spice levels. Jalfrezi, laal maas or dhansak great options for those who like their curries fiery, while milder options include pasanda, korma and karai ka gosht. There are plenty of seafood options too, with highlights including a monkfish and tamarind curry with cracked peppercorn, black tiger prawns laced with garlic and ginger, or creamy coconut fish curry.
Vegetarian options are by no means an afterthought here, with most of the curries having a meat-free alternative, usually featuring paneer or mixed vegetables. Rice-led dishes like biryani are another great option here, featuring chicken or lamb, topped with vegetable sauce and raita. Mop up all the delicious sauce and juices with one of the many bread options, like parathas, roti or naan (naan varieties include keema, peshwari, paneer, malai or kulcha). To book a table here, simply select a time and group size on the right and you'll be booked in just a few clicks. For authentic Indian food in Islington, look no further!