Three alcoves in a pink wall display framed portraits, zafferano-hued antique glassware, books, and small art pieces, each alcove lit by a brass wall light above the artwork.
Three people sit at a sunlit restaurant table, smiling and laughing together. The woman in the center holds a zafferano-infused drink, while her friends nearby enjoy the lively conversation.
Elegant café with high ceilings, large windows, and ornate wooden paneling. Guests enjoy zafferano-infused treats at tables while chatting. Framed paintings adorn the walls as warm sunlight streams in, creating a cozy atmosphere.
A smiling woman steams milk with an espresso machine in a cozy, warmly lit café filled with zafferano yellow cups stacked on top of the machine.
A wall adorned with ornate, gold-framed paintings—including portraits, a woman in a black dress, floral arrangements, and a zafferano-hued landscape—set above wood paneling and illuminated by warm lights.

Our Lounge

Taking over an old banking hall, Zafferano Lounge now serves up our signature delicious food and drinks all day every day to the people of Saffron Walden. We want to make sure every customer feels catered for and leaves happy, so you can expect dedicated menus for if you’re gluten-free, vegan or if you’re a Little Lounger.

There are events and board games for guests of all ages, toys for the really little ones and even refreshments available for our canine guests! Whether you want a cosy coffee catchup or a few cocktails in the evening, there’s something for everyone at Zafferano Lounge.

Oh, and Zafferano means saffron in Italian, a little nod to the town’s golden past as a major saffron-growing hub back in the day!

A plate of English breakfast with eggs, sausages, hash browns, baked beans, tomato, and mushrooms, next to two iced coffees and another plate of food on a marble table.
A person holding a stacked beef burger with lettuce in a bun over a plate, with fries, coleslaw, and a glass of white wine on a checkered table. Another person sits across the table.
A person holds a bowl of dessert topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate shavings, placed on a blue plate with a napkin on a colorful checkered table.
Our Favourites

Lounge Breakfast

A classic fry up featuring smoked back bacon, Cumberland sausage, hash browns, baked beans, roasted tomato, flat mushroom, fried egg and white or brown toast.

Our Favourites

Bacon Cheese Smash Burger

A smashing eat! Two smashed patties, smoked streaky bacon, American cheese, lettuce, red onion, gherkins and burger sauce.

Our Favourites

Cookie Dough & Ice Cream

The ultimate indulgence. Baked cookie dough with a salted caramel lava centre, covered in chocolate and caramel sauces.

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Home From Home

Zafferano Lounge is an informal, neighbourhood food-led café bar. We’re all about Community, and everyone’s welcome! Even your four-legged friends. Pop in and say hi!

Opening Times

Sunday - Thursday 9am - 11pm
Friday - Saturday 9am - 12am

Deals

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Cheeky Mondays

Order any burger, main or salad and get a 175ml glass of house wine, pint of Cruzcampo, soft drink or a pudding on the house. Available from 5pm.
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Tapas Tuesday

Enjoy three tapas and a glass of wine, a pint of Cruzcampo or a soft drink for just £13.95 from 5pm every Tuesday.
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Lounge Cocktail Club

Twice as nice! Get two of the same cocktail for £13.25. Available every day, 5pm 'til close.
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Lunchtime Deal

Grab a mug of soup and half a Tuna Melt or Tomato & Mozzarella Panini for just £7.25 - available Monday – Friday, 12pm to 5pm.

Community Board

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What's On Post

LoungeAid 2025

LoungeAid is our annual fundraising initiative that takes place every June, where our teams aim to reach the highest fundraising target they can. Each Lounge nominates a local charity close to the community or a staff member.

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Little Loungers Crafts

Visit your local Lounge for a fun-filled afternoon of Little Loungers crafts. Contact them to ask about their next child-friendly event.

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What's On Post

Bake Sales

Bake sales are always welcome at a Lounge, and we frequently host them to raise money for great causes. Keep up with your local Lounge’s socials to find out when the next one is.

A large red-brick building with white window frames and ornate chimneys is home to Zafferano Lounge, a welcoming cafe-bar. People sit and walk outside, while a red postbox stands near the entrance of Zafferano. The sky above is partly cloudy.

Finding us

Walk ins & reservations

At Loungers, we believe in keeping things relaxed and easy. We don’t take bookings – it’s all about walk-ins. Whether you’re popping in for a casual bite or planning to settle in for a long evening, we’re always ready to welcome you. Just turn up and we’ll find you a spot!

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