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2969 Cahill Main, Fitchburg, WI
Primary Food Menu
-- Weekend Specials --
Lunch Menu
Sat/Sun Only: Brunch Menu
zLunch Menu (Grubhub/Uber Eats/DoorDash)

Primary Food Menu

STARTERS


  • Burrata with Masala Peach Chutney

    Burrata from Italy blended with a tangy masala chutney
    $18.00
  • Cheese Curds

    Wisconsin's favorite cheese curds, elevated with a crispy coating and served with a mint chutney
    $13.00
  • Chicken & Cheese Samosas

    Flaky fried pastries filled with spiced chicken & cheese
    $16.00
  • Curd Rice Arancini

    South Indian curd rice stuffed with potatoes & fried into crispy arancini
    $14.00
  • Curried Artichoke Dip

    Creamy artichoke dip with fragrant curry oil, served with garlic bread
    $17.00
  • Fried Oysters

    Oysters tossed with masala spice, served with butter chicken sauce
    $22.00
  • Kali Mirch Corn Crackle

    Crunchy sweet corn tossed in black pepper & herbs
    $16.00
  • Lamb Galouti Sliders

    Spiced lamb patties tucked into soft slider buns
    $19.00
  • Lamb Keema Arancini

    Saffron-infused risotto with panko-encrusted lamb keema in a pomodoro sauce
    $23.00
  • Naan Bruschetta

    Crispy naan topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a balsamic drizzle
    $14.00
  • Wing Basket

    Six bone-in wings – choose one of standard, hot masala mango (+$1), or spicy 555 (+$1)
    $19.00
  • Chicken 555

    Fiery crispy chicken with curry leaves & green chillies
    $19.00
  • Lamb Seekh Kebabs

    Juicy minced lamb, char-grilled and seasoned with aromatic spices
    $23.00
  • Malai Chicken Kebabs

    Tender char-grilled chicken, marinated in cream, cheese, and mild spices
    $22.00
  • Mixed Tandoori Sizzler (serves 2)

    A sizzling selection of Tandoori Chicken and all three of the above kebabs
    $55.00
  • Paneer Pineapple Kebabs

    Grilled paneer and sweet pineapple skewers with tangy chaat masala
    $22.00
  • Sesame Chilli Gobhi

    Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a spicy, tangy sesame chilli sauce
    $16.00
  • Zaffrani Tandoori Sizzler

    Yogurt-marinated tandoori chicken, grilled and sizzling
    $24.00
  • Baked Meatballs

    Juicy lamb meatballs baked with rich tomato sauce and melted cheese
    $22.00
  • Cheese Corn Balls

    Deep-fried mozzarella with spiced sweet corn & bell peppers
    $21.00
  • Toasted Ravioli

    Crispy breaded ravioli served with a flavorful tomato jam
    $16.00

BIRYANIS AND MANDIS


  • Mixed Meat Mandi (serves 3)

    Fragrant spiced Yemeni-style basmati rice served with chicken, lamb, & shrimp
    $65.00
  • Vijayawada Chicken Biryani

    The ultimate Indian comfort meal, slow-cooked in spices & layered with chicken
    $22.00
  • Vijayawada Goat Biryani

    The ultimate Indian comfort meal, slow-cooked in spices & layered with goat
    $25.00
  • Vijayawada Paneer Biryani

    The ultimate Indian comfort meal, slow-cooked in spices & layered with paneer
    $22.00
  • Zafferano Special Chicken Biryani

    Smoky char-grilled tandoori grilled chicken layered with rice and other aromatics
    $24.00

SOUPS


  • Mulligatawny Tortellini Soup

    Cheese tortellini in a spiced South Indian inspired pepper broth
    $11.00
  • Saffron Lobster Bisque

    Rich, creamy soup with sweet lobster and aromatic saffron flavor
    $16.00

SALADS


  • Caesar Salad

    Crisp Romaine lettuce tossed, with creamy dressing with house made croutons
    $15.00
  • Italian Chopped Salad with Fried Paneer

    Romaine & spring mix with artichokes, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, parmesan, & Italian dressing, topped with crispy paneer bites
    $18.00
  • Watermelon Mint Panzanella

    Juicy watermelon and fresh mint tossed with toasted bread and summer vegetables
    $15.00

INDIAN BREADS


  • Butter Naan

    Classic, soft naan brushed with butter and choice of add-ons
    $7.00

PIZZAS


  • Butter Chicken Pizza

    Wood fired pizza from Naples, layered with creamy Delhi-Style butter chicken and mozzarella
    $24.00
  • Chicken 65 Pizza

    Crispy fried chicken tossed in spices, layered with sauce and mozzarella
    $23.00
  • Classic Pepperoni Pizza

    Wood-fired pizza with mozzarella, marinara sauce, and a generous helping of crispy pepperoni
    $21.00
  • Lamb Seekh Kebab Pizza

    Traditional pizza, topped with spiced lamb seekh kebab in curry sauce
    $26.00
  • Malai Kofta Pizza

    Traditional pizza dough, topped with Lucknowi-style Malai kofta curry and melted cheese
    $24.00
  • Peach Chutney Pizza

    Sweet and tangy peach chutney, mozzarella and aromatic Indian spices
    $20.00
  • Pear Gorgonzola Pizza

    Mozzarella and blue cheese, topped with pears, masala cashews, and fresh arugula
    $23.00
  • Saag Paneer Pizza

    Florentine style spinach base, topped with North Indian paneer, blending rich Italian and Indian flavors
    $24.00
  • Samosa Pizza

    Potato and green peas with mint chutney sauce, mozzarella cheese, and fresh herbs
    $22.00

MAINS


  • Cauliflower Steak

    Thick-cut, roasted cauliflower topped with tikka masala sauce and a pomegranate mint cilantro blend
    $24.00
  • Chicken 65 Gnocchi

    Crispy chicken 65 tossed with gnocchi in a tangy curry sauce
    $24.00
  • Eggplant Saag Paneer Lasagna

    Italian lasagna with spiced saag paneer
    $25.00
  • Lamb Lasagna

    Italian lasagna with spiced lamb, layered with pomodoro sauce
    $26.00
  • Masala Chicken Parmesan

    Sicilian chicken parmesan, served with a rich tikka masala sauce on a bed of rice
    $24.00
  • Masala Eggplant Parmesan

    Sicilian eggplant parmesan, served with a rich tikka masala sauce on a bed of rice
    $23.00
  • Paneer Ravioli Piccata

    Northern Italian ravioli, stuffed with creamy paneer and finished with a lemon-caper piccata sauce
    $25.00
  • Saag Burrata with Rice

    Velvety spiced spinach saag nestled with fresh burrata & served with rice
    $23.00
  • Saffron Mac & Cheese

    Mac & cheese infused with aromatic saffron
    $20.00
  • Spaghetti with Indian Spiced Lamb Meatballs

    Classic Italian spaghetti, topped with juicy, spiced south Indian- style lamb meatballs
    $26.00
  • Dal Makhani

    Creamy lentils cooked w/ ghee & spices
    $18.00
  • Jackfruit Nihari

    Slow-braised jackfruit in aromatic Mughlai nihari gravy with garam masala
    $21.00
  • Paneer Noorjahani

    Soft paneer in tomato-cream sauce
    $19.00
  • Punjabi Chole Bhature

    Classic North Indian combo of tangy chickpeas and fluffy deep-fried bread
    $22.00
  • Rajasthani Malai Kofta

    Veggie dumplings in rich saffron cream curry
    $19.00
  • Butter Chicken

    Classic North Indian dish with tandoori chicken in a rich, buttery tomato-cream sauce
    $19.00
  • Chettinad Goat Curry

    Fiery south Indian goat curry with bold Chettinad spices
    $25.00
  • Duck Pepper Fry

    Bold Kerala-style duck stir-fry with black pepper and aromatic spices
    $36.00
  • Goat Laal Maas

    A Rajasthani specialty with slow-cooked goat in a fiery red chilli and yogurt-based sauce
    $26.00
  • Mughlai Butter Scallops

    Seared scallops in a rich Mughlai butter sauce
    $32.00
  • Zafferano Special Chicken Curry

    Spicy chicken curry simmered in coconut milk
    $22.00
  • Italian Sausage and Pepper Linguine

    Classic pasta served with sausage and peppers
    $24.00
  • Lobster Ravioli

    Large lobster ravioli, cooked in a cheesy sauce
    $28.00
  • Side of Spaghetti

    Spaghetti served with red or white wine cream sauce
    $12.00
  • Side of Fries

    $5.00

BURGERS


  • Veggie Burger

    House-made potato & black bean burger tossed in saffron & served with lettuce and tomato on a brioche bun. Served with fries
    $21.00
  • Zafferano's Smash Burger

    Burger with caramelized onions, cheese, butter chicken aioli, lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun. Served with fries
    $23.00

SEAFOOD & STEAKS


  • Branzino with Kappa

    Branzino served with tapioca in a lemon butter sauce
    $44.00
  • Champagne Risotto with Scallops

    Venetian-style risotto, infused with champagne and topped with seared spiced scallops
    $36.00
  • Lamb Rack Lollipops

    Tender lamb chops, marinated and grilled in a Rajasthani curry and served with Truffle mashed potatoes
    $48.00
  • Pistachio Halibut with Mango Chutney

    Halibut, crushed with pistachios and served with a saffron mango chutney
    $44.00
  • Pompano Pollichathu with Coconut Rice

    Banana leaf-wrapped pompano with Kerala spices
    $36.00
  • Ribeye Demi Glaze

    14 oz Ribeye grilled and served with ghee-roasted potatoes, and topped with a demi glaze sauce
    $42.00
  • Shrimp with Orzo

    Grilled shrimp served with orzo pasta
    $28.00
  • Steak With Potato Ghee Roast

    Classic steakhouse cut, served with Mangalorean-style ghee-roasted potatoes
    $40.00

DESSERTS


  • Carrot Halwa Creme Brulee

    Crème brulee infused with spiced Indian carrot halwa
    $12.00
  • Chai Panna Cotta

    Italian panna cotta, infused with fragrant Assam chai spices
    $10.00
  • Palam Pori with Glaze

    Kerala-style puffed banana fritters with a sweet caramel glaze
    $12.00
  • Tiramisu

    The beloved coffee and mascarpone dessert
    $10.00

DESSERT DRINKS (N/A)


  • Peach Lassi

    Classic Lassi with saffron and peach
    $8.00
  • Mango Lassi

    A refreshing Punjab style mango lassi infused with delicate saffron flavor
    $8.00

-- Weekend Specials --

Weekend Specials


  • Saffron Tandoori Royale

    $28.00
  • Saffron Banana Foster with Ice Cream

    $14.00
  • Sizzler Hot Chocolate

    $14.00

Lunch Menu

Weekday Lunch Combos


  • Lunch Thali

    $12.00
  • Italian Platter

    $12.00

Weekday Lunch Burgers


  • Veggie Burger

    House-made potato & black bean burger tossed in saffron & served with lettuce and tomato on a brioche bun. Served with fries
    $12.00
  • Zafferano's Smash Burger

    Burger with caramelized onions, cheese, butter chicken aioli, lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun. Served with fries
    $13.00

Weekday Lunch Salads


  • Paneer Tikka Salad

    $13.00
  • Chicken Tikka Salad

    $13.00

Sat/Sun Only: Brunch Menu

Brunch Entrees


  • Avocado Naan Toast

    $18.00
  • Butter Chicken Shakshuka

    $18.00
  • Samosa Benedict

    $18.00
  • French Toast Masala Creme Brulee

    $18.00

zLunch Menu (Grubhub/Uber Eats/DoorDash)

Weekday Lunch Combos


  • Lunch Thali

    $16.00
  • Italian Platter

    $16.00

Weekday Lunch Salads


  • Paneer Tikka Salad

    $17.00
  • Chicken Tikka Salad

    $17.00

Weekday Lunch Burgers


  • Veggie Burger

    House-made potato & black bean burger tossed in saffron & served with lettuce and tomato on a brioche bun. Served with fries
    $16.00
  • Zafferano's Smash Burger

    Burger with caramelized onions, cheese, butter chicken aioli, lettuce, and tomato on a brioche bun. Served with fries
    $17.00

Corporate Lunch Box Packs

Each Box Includes: A Panini/Wrap/Sandwich Fresh Salad Mango Lassi

  • Italian Chicken Panini, Salad, and Mango Lassi Combo for 10 people

    $250.00
  • Chicken Caesar Wrap, Salad, and Mango Lassi Combo for 10 People

    $200.00
  • Paneer Tikka Wrap, Salad, and Mango Lassi Combo for 10 People

    $250.00
  • Chicken Cutlet Sandwich, Salad, and Mango Lassi Combo for 10 People

    $250.00

Zafferano Ristorante Location and Hours

(608) 630-8016
2969 Cahill Main, Fitchburg, WI 53711
Open now • Closes at 11:59PM
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