Saffron De Twah

Service was excellent especially considering there were only 2 people running the restaurant, one of which was the chef! We were welcomed, thankfully got a table (we came before the lunch rush- reservations are recommended as it's a very small restaurant), & the Chef took the time to go over the entire menu with us (despite being busy). You will have to be patient at this restaurant, so don't be in a rush;)We wanted to eat small but had to try some dishes and were so glad we did. We started off with the Bissara Soup (crushed fava beans, garlic, oil, cilantro) which was really delicious. I wanted to try more of the vegetable dishes so I went with the Zalouk which was a smoky eggplant & tomato "dip" that came with some freshly fried pita chips & a side of the Charmoula Slaw. My husband got the fried fish sandwich which he loved and I enjoyed some delicious bites also. There are several other (award winning) dishes we will come back to try (The Tomato Dip, Beet Salad, Brussel Sprouts, Chicken sandwich etc...)! There is plenty of free parking since there is a parking lot behind/next to the restaurant. If you turn in right in front of the restaurant, there are about 2-4 (?) parking spots but it's really tight there since the front doors swing out so next time we will just use the lot.Right now during winter, I think they are only seating inside the restaurant (maybe 5-6 tables) but we noticed the outdoor vinyl panel space which definitely extends the restaurant during the warmer months. I'm glad we finally came, we will have to plan a trip back soon!

Can't recommend this place enough!The indoor is just a few tables with a nice sized patio. The menu has a few items but everything is cooked with care and excellence. The harissa potatoes were cooked to absolute perfection. Crispy, seasoned well and a great portion. The fish sandwich had a great crunch with the slaw being a perfect balance. The owner Omar came out to talk to us and was so nice and made the experience even more memorable. I will be back!

You should come here as soon as possible!! Every single bite was delicious and bright. The location is small with a patio and a couple of seats inside. You order at the front and they will bring their food out to you. The front staff is happy to answer any of your questions. They have a large list of dry bar options! I've heard they are planning and building out a cocktail menu but as it stands there is something for anyone. The harissa potatoes were my favorite bite of the night! Crispy and spicy. Yum! I got a veggie bowl and it was absolutely delicious. The collards were briny and brought such a freshness to the bowl. The meatball sandwich and the fried chicken sandwich both looked amazing. The lamb bowl was also a big hit at the table. The outside patio is casual and a bit noisy but it is nice enough to spend hours chatting. The staff is friendly and willing to answer every question. I'll be back soon!

My friends have been telling me about this place forever and it finally reopened so we had to check it out (with them, obviously). This place is very unassuming and it would be easy to drive right past it. There are only 3 tables ish inside and a few on their enclosed patio, and it's very cozy. Decor is very Moroccan, but I wouldn't say the food is entirely reflective of Moroccan cuisine (yes, I've been there). With that said, the food was fantastic. I had the chicken sandwich which seems to be a popular menu item, along with the harissa potatoes. The sandwich falls apart easily and can get messy but it's worth it. I would come back for the potatoes any day of the week. Get them! My bf got the meatballs and they were really good too. There's no alcohol or table service by the way. It makes sense because it's so small but I definitely would've preferred a server. We will be back!

Easily one of the best meals I have had in Detroit. Most notable for its comforting atmosphere and feeling like you're hanging out at chef Omar's house. The flavors are rich and you can tell each dish is made with attention to detail and love. I have never had such great service at a restaurant. Chef went out of his way to make things special for us and made us feel like we'd been friends for years. This place really is a special gem.

I was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant! It was recommended by a friend and I almost left because I thought it was closed. Glad I called to see if they were open! The fishhhhhhhh is outstanding! The chef was super friendly and cordial. Everything was fresh and made to order. The customer service was top tier! Worth the drive, highly recommend!

Everything was so good delicious perfectly cooked spices were the star of the show I will definitely return the atmosphere was good the service was excellent

This place was awesome! The fried chicken sandwich and fish sandwich were both incredible. I also enjoyed the harissa potatoes. The chef is super nice and came out to chat with every table. I will be coming back here many times in the future.

We dropped in to try out the fare at Saffron De Twah on a warm Sunday evening. Lucky for us, it was not too busy and we were able to snag a seat on the patio. We tried a few dishes (it was difficult to choose!) and we liked everything we tried. I am not a "sweet sauce" kinda girl, so if I tried the Moroccan Chicken again, I would ask for the sauce (maybe honey?) to be skipped. Not positive what it was but thankfully it was just a hint. The fish was amazing and the roasted potatoes gave off this gentle warm heat. Not too spicy (even though I enjoy spice) they were just the right amount of warm. The slaw on top of the sandwiches was very flavorful and Chef Omar made sure to stop by each table and say hello. That was a nice touch! We can't wait to go back and try some of the other items on the menu.

First time in Detroit and came here with friends to try the tasting menu and oh my God everything was perfection. The chef was super nice and the service is great. Highly recommend!!! MUST try the Harissa Potatoes!!