# Zafron Restaurant > Zafron Restaurant — Middle Eastern restaurants in Sandy Springs, GA. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/zafron-restaurant-36449 - **Type**: Restaurants - **Cuisine**: Middle Eastern - **Location**: Sandy Springs, GA - **Address**: 236 Johnson Ferry Rd NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 - **Phone**: 14042557402 - **Website**: https://www.persianrestaurantsandysprings.com - **Coordinates**: 33.925765, -84.38003 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Intimate, Cultural, Classy ## About Zafron Restaurant is a family-owned Persian and Middle Eastern restaurant in Sandy Springs, GA, open since 2015 and backed by over 30 years of culinary expertise. Signature dishes are prepared over a charcoal grill, and everything from house-made dressings to desserts is crafted in-house with high-quality ingredients. The space feels intimate and classy, well suited for date nights and celebratory dinners. A private garden room accommodates up to 60 guests for larger gatherings, while a private wine room seats up to 20 for more intimate occasions. Weekly specials include $8 martinis on Mondays and half-price wine bottles on Tuesdays. ## Hours - Monday: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 9pm - Tuesday: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm - Wednesday: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm - Thursday: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm - Friday: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm - Saturday: 12pm - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm - Sunday: 12pm - 9pm ## Highlights - **Charcoal-grilled dishes** — Meats and mains are cooked over a signature charcoal grill for deep, smoky flavor. - **Weekly drink specials** — $8 martinis on Mondays and half-price wine bottles on Tuesdays keep regulars coming back. - **Private event spaces** — A garden room for 60 and a wine room for 20 make celebrations feel effortlessly special. - **Standout Persian plates** — Reviewers rave about the sea bass, lamb chops, and Zafron wings with spicy sauce. ## FAQ ### Where is Zafron Restaurant located? Zafron Restaurant is located at 236 Johnson Ferry Rd NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328. ### What are Zafron Restaurant's hours of operation? Zafron is open Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Mondays, and until 10:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. On Saturday, hours are 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Sunday hours are 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. ### What type of food does Zafron Restaurant serve? Zafron serves elevated Persian and Middle Eastern cuisine in Sandy Springs. The kitchen has over 30 years of culinary expertise and prepares dishes over a signature charcoal grill using high-quality ingredients. House-made dressings and in-house desserts round out the experience, so every element of the meal is crafted with care. ### What are popular dishes at Zafron Restaurant? Diners consistently praise the Zafron wings with spicy sauce, the sea bass (described as juicy and buttery), and the lamb chops. The Muhammara is also a crowd favorite. Reviewers note that the food is rich with intoxicating spices and herbs that reflect an authentic Persian dining experience. ### Does Zafron Restaurant have any weekly specials? Yes. Monday is Martini Night, with $8 Cosmos, Lemon Drops, and Cucumber Martinis. Tuesday is Wine Night, offering half-price bottles up to $75. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of Zafron Restaurant on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### Is Zafron Restaurant good for special occasions? Zafron is a popular choice for date nights, celebratory dinners, and group events. The intimate, classy atmosphere suits romantic outings, and reviewers specifically recommend it for celebrations. The private garden room can host up to 60 guests, while the private wine room is ideal for more intimate gatherings of up to 20 people. ### Does Zafron Restaurant offer catering? Yes. Zafron provides catering for any number of guests and also offers special menus for holidays. You can reach them at (404) 255-7402 or visit persianrestaurantsandysprings.com to learn more. ### How can I contact Zafron Restaurant? You can reach Zafron Restaurant by phone at (404) 255-7402. To browse their menu or place an order, visit persianrestaurantsandysprings.com. ## Reviews ### kaffeinekween — 3.6/5 · Jul 9, 2024 Zafron Desserts ### kaffeinekween — 3.5/5 · Jul 9, 2024 Inside Zafron ### foodgoddessatl — 5.0/5 · Jun 5, 2024 @zafron_restaurant is serving up some delicious Persian cuisine out in Sandy Springs! I loved the Zafron wings with the spicy sauce and Muhammara (hummus). The sea bass was soo juicy and melts in your mouth like butter! The lamb chops are always a hit! Yall definitely have to check these dishes out! @zafron_restaurant is also now serving up Brunch on the weekends! Also, if you dine at Zafron before a show at City Springs, you can keep your car parked at the restaurant for free! ### servinglooksatl — 5.0/5 · Jan 28, 2026 $8 Martini Mondays and half-price Wine Tuesdays are calling and I just experienced them at Zafron in Sandy Springs, where Persian cuisine is taken to the next level. Atlanta peeps, this is a must for date night or group dinners. For my national and global food lovers, Zafron delivers an elevated Iranian dining experience worth planning a visit around. From the Zafron Wings and Dolmeh stuffed cabbage to the Fire Roasted Salmon served over saffron, fava beans, and dill rice, every dish impressed. ### servinglooksatl — 5.0/5 · Jan 31, 2023 I had a true Persian experience at Zafron Restaurant. There were so many selections of Middle Eastern food exploding with intoxicating spices and herbs. #Zafron #ServingLooksATL #SandySprings #PersianFood ### kaffeinekween — 4.3/5 · May 21, 2024 Zafron ### kaffeinekween — 4.2/5 · Jul 9, 2024 Zafron Entree ### kat.eats — 5.0/5 · Apr 11, 2025 A beautiful and classy Persian restaurant in Sandy Springs, Zafron is the perfect place for a celebratory dinner/date night. The prices for their entrees are a bit high, so it’s definitely is a spot for a classy night out. I like their food and cocktails though! ### kaffeinekween — 3.8/5 · Jul 9, 2024 Zafron entrees ### kaffeinekween — 4.4/5 · Jun 10, 2024 Zafron is a great place for Fathers’ Day! The food is amazing!