The Saffron Indian Restaurant

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The Saffron Indian Restaurant is a waterfront Indian restaurant in Hobart offering traditional North Indian and Kashmiri cuisine, including tandoori dishes and curries, with gluten-free, vegan and halal options.

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
thesaffron.com.au

About The Saffron Indian Restaurant

The Saffron Indian Restaurant is a waterfront dining venue located in Hobart, Tasmania, known for its traditional North Indian and Kashmiri cuisine. The restaurant offers a wide range of tandoori specialties, rich curries, biryanis and vegetarian dishes, with clear options for gluten-free, vegan and halal diners. Guests can dine in with table service overlooking the harbour, order takeaway or delivery, or arrange group functions and special events. Bookings and menus are available through their official website at thesaffron.com.au.

A charge from “The Saffron”, “Saffron Indian Restaurant Hobart”, or a similar description on your bank or card statement usually relates to a meal you had at the restaurant, a takeaway/delivery order, or a deposit for a group booking or event. You may also see a charge if you paid over the phone, through an online ordering system linked from thesaffron.com.au, or via a third‑party delivery platform that passes the payment through under the restaurant’s name. In some cases, your bank may briefly display a pre‑authorization amount (for example, when a card is opened at the table or when placing a large group deposit) before it settles to the final total including food, drinks, and any gratuity you chose to add.

If you do not immediately recognize the charge, first check recent dining receipts, email confirmations, and food delivery app orders around the date shown on your statement. Consider whether another member of your household used your card for a meal or takeaway from The Saffron. To resolve questions, you can contact the restaurant directly using the details on thesaffron.com.au (phone and email are typically listed on their Contact or Reservations page), providing the charge amount, date, and the last 4 digits of your card so they can look up the bill. Common billing issues—such as split bills, duplicated orders, or tips added after the card was first authorized—are usually resolved by the restaurant issuing an adjusted receipt or, where appropriate, processing a partial or full refund back to the same card.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from THE SAFFRON INDIAN RESTAURANT on my bank statement?

This charge is usually for a dine‑in meal, takeaway, or delivery order you placed with The Saffron in Hobart. It may also represent a deposit or final payment for a group booking or private function. Check your recent restaurant visits, online orders placed via thesaffron.com.au, or food delivery apps around the same date to confirm the transaction.

What are typical charge amounts from The Saffron Indian Restaurant?

Amounts vary depending on whether it was a solo meal, a couple, or a large group. Small takeaway or lunch orders may appear as lower charges, while evening meals with multiple dishes, drinks, or shared platters can be significantly higher, especially for group tables. If the amount looks larger than expected, consider whether the bill included multiple guests, alcohol, or takeaway add‑ons such as entrees and desserts.

Can The Saffron place an authorization hold or a different amount than my final bill?

In some situations, especially for larger groups or phone bookings, The Saffron may take a card number to secure the reservation or place a small pre‑authorization. Your bank might temporarily display this as a pending charge, which then adjusts to the final bill amount once the payment is completed. Any unused pre‑authorization is typically released by your bank within a few business days.

How do I get a copy of my receipt from The Saffron Indian Restaurant?

If you need a duplicate receipt, contact the restaurant using the phone or email listed on thesaffron.com.au and provide the date and approximate time of your visit, the amount charged, and the last 4 digits of the card used. They can usually locate your bill in their point‑of‑sale system and email or print a copy for your records. This is often the fastest way to verify what items and any gratuity were included in the total.

How can I dispute or request a refund for a charge from The Saffron?

Start by contacting The Saffron directly and explain the issue—for example, an incorrect amount, duplicated charge, or an order problem. Have your statement details and any receipts ready so they can quickly investigate. If the restaurant confirms an error, they can process an adjustment or refund back to the same card; if you cannot resolve it with them, you can then contact your bank or card issuer to raise a formal dispute.

Why is there a charge from The Saffron when I ordered through a delivery app?

Depending on the delivery platform and how payments are processed, your card statement may show The Saffron’s name rather than (or alongside) the app’s name. This happens when the transaction is settled under the restaurant’s merchant account. Check your delivery app order history and email confirmations from the same date to confirm the charge matches a recent order from The Saffron.

How do I contact The Saffron Indian Restaurant about a billing question?

Visit thesaffron.com.au and go to the Contact or Reservations section for the current phone number and email address. When you call or write, include the charge date, exact amount, and the name on the card to help them locate your transaction quickly. Most straightforward billing questions—such as clarifying menu items, splits, or tips—can be resolved directly with their front‑of‑house or management team.

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