Taste the soul of Moldova
Wine, tradition & modern comfort · Chișinău style
🍷 Free consultation – book nowAbout The Saffron Room
In the heart of Chișinău, The Saffron Room brings the rich flavours of Moldovan countryside to your plate. We celebrate local farmers, traditional recipes passed through generations, and the famous Moldovan hospitality.
From slow‑cooked lamb dishes to hand‑picked orchard fruits, every ingredient tells a story of our land. Our cellar holds over 150 local wines — because Moldova is the undisputed wine capital of the East.
Our services
Wine tasting
5 local varieties
Mămăligă bar
with cheese & sour cream
Grill platter
mititei & lamb chops
Plăcintă
sweet & savoury pies
Zeamă
hearty chicken soup
Orchard platter
fresh seasonal fruits
Why choose The Saffron Room
🍇 Own vineyards
We source grapes from our family vineyard in Codru.
👩🍳 Michelin‑trained chefs
Moldovan roots, international technique.
🍷 150+ local wines
One of the deepest cellars in Chișinău.
🥕 Farm to table
Daily from local farmers' market.
🔥 Rustic & cozy
Traditional decor with modern comfort.
🎻 Live folk music
Every Friday & Saturday evening.
Guest reviews
Ion Creangă
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“The mămăligă with brânză and smântână took me back to my bunica’s kitchen. Perfect wine recommendations!”
Elena V.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“An absolute gem in Chișinău! The lamb was tender, and the staff treated us like family. We’ll be back.”
Andrei C.
⭐⭐⭐⭐“Great live music, excellent local wine list. The plăcintă with apples is a must-try.”
Simple pricing
Business lunch
135 MDL/pers.
- ✓ 2 courses
- ✓ Choice of soup or salad
- ✓ Main: chicken or vegetarian
- ✓ Non‑alcoholic drink
Moldovan feast
320 MDL/pers.
- ✓ 3 courses
- ✓ Traditional appetizer platter
- ✓ Lamb or pork grill
- ✓ Dessert + glass of wine
Wine & dine
550 MDL/pers.
- ✓ 4‑course tasting menu
- ✓ 5 premium wines pairing
- ✓ Meet the sommelier
Let's plan your event
Wedding, birthday, or corporate dinner — we offer a free consultation with our events manager.
Or simply reserve a table — we reply within 1 hour.