A new authentic Indian restaurant and bar with experienced Michelin-trained chefs has opened in Crewe town centre, with Nub News checking out some of their top dishes.

The Royal Saffron, Earle Street, has taken on the former Crown Hotel and most recently Kerala Peppery site opposite Memorial Square, offering a wide variety of high-quality Indian food.

Serving a mix of lamb, chicken, beef, seafood and vegetarian curries in spicy, medium and mild spice levels, The Royal Saffron is made up of a team of four, born in India and previously of Leeds.

Offering tandoori platters, Hyderabadi Dum biryanis, a large number of starters (including scallops), rice, breads and sides, the new Crewe restaurant covers all bases.

The Royal Saffron, which opened its doors at the end of December 2025, also offers a large selection of drinks, including beers, spirits, liquers, aperitifs and soft drinks.

The Royal Saffron, Earle Street, has taken on the former Crown Hotel and most recently Kerala Peppery site opposite Memorial Square, offering a wide variety of high-quality, authentic Indian food (Photo: Ryan Parker).

Crewe Nub News was invited into The Royal Saffron to try a mix of its finest dishes, all stunningly presented with a level of care and attention to detail, reminiscent of Michelin-star dining.

For starters, we tried, royal scallops, onion palak bhaji, zafrani paneer tikka, hydrabad lamb samosa and tandoori tiger prawns.

We then sampled the Royal tandoori platter, before being served a mix of Punjabi dhaba chicken, royal railway lamb curry and konju mango curry with boiled rice, chilli coriander naan and mango coconut naan.

From the very first course, it was clear The Royal Saffron prides itself on both quality and presentation.

The scallops were a standout starter, beautifully cooked with a delicate balance of spice that complemented rather than overwhelmed the seafood.

The onion palak bhaji was crisp and flavourful, while the Zafrani paneer tikka was rich, aromatic and perfectly charred.

The hyderabad lamb samosa delivered deep, warming flavours, and the tandoori tiger prawns were exceptional, succulent and bursting with spice.

Crewe Nub News was invited into The Royal Saffron to try a mix of its finest dishes, all stunningly presented with a level of care and attention to detail reminiscent of Michelin-star dining (Photo: Ryan Parker).

The royal tandoori platter proved to be a real highlight, offering a generous selection of expertly cooked meats, showcasing the kitchen's mastery of the tandoor. Each element was melt-in-the-mouth, well-seasoned and packed with flavour.

For the main courses, the punjabi dhaba chicken was comforting and hearty, while the royal railway lamb curry, nodding to Crewe's proud train history, stood out for its depth and richness, with tender lamb cooked to perfection.

The konju mango curry offered a lighter, vibrant contrast, with the sweetness of mango beautifully balanced by gentle spice.

Overall, The Royal Saffron delivered an impressive dining experience, combining refined flavours with generous portions and attentive service.

Highlights such as the scallops, lamb curry, mango curry, tandoori platter and tandoori tiger prawns made this an invitation well worth accepting and firmly positioned the restaurant as a must-visit for lovers of high-quality Indian cuisine in Crewe.

To celebrate its recent opening, The Royal Saffron is currently offering 20 per cent off collection orders and 15 per cent off dine-ins, quoting their promotional leaflet.

The Royal Saffron's railway lamb curry, nodding to Crewe's proud train history (Photo: Ryan Parker).

The Royal Saffron told Nub News: "Our executive chef and sous chef are highly experienced chefs with over 15 years in Indian cuisine and four years of culinary experience at UK Michelin star restaurants.

"The pair's experience includes professional roles aboard cruise ships and in five-star hotels, bringing a refined approach to traditional Indian cooking.

"Their expertise blends authentic Indian flavours with thoughtful adaptations crafted for British palates.

"Rooted deeply in Indian culture and culinary heritage, each dish reflects precision, balance and a modern understanding of global dining, creating food, both culturally rich and widely appealing."

The Royal Saffron is open 12pm to 2.30pm and 5pm to 9.30pm (Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday) 12pm to 2.30pm and 5pm to 10pm (Friday and Saturday). Call 01270 297715 to make a booking during these times.

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