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Sahara's Turkish Cuisine, New York, NY

Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

4.3
4.3
94 Reviews
$31 to $50
Turkish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Charming
Sahara’s serves traditional Turkish Cuisine with the touch of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern ethnic ingredients and styles. We deliciously cook everything from scratch and offer it with complimentary homemade bread and Aegean olives. Our menu provides plentiful food, wine, and beer that speak for our guests’ particular tastes. Our staff is part of our family that shares the same energy with our guests. Our newly decorated place with the touch of multi-ethnic details of Turkey makes our guests and their friends feel comfortable and unique. The restaurant’s characteristic ambiance is designed to give a sense of artsy home that shares the cultural aspects of our heritage, and it offers a beautiful decor for our guests and their photographs.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Turkish, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:15 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 532-7589
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Highly rated catering menu is available.
  • Private party facilities
    We have pre-fixed menus for any type of private event.

Experiences

  • Date-Night Special at Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

    US$120.00 per party

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in an unforgettable evening with our Date-Night Special at Sahara's Turkish Cuisine. Delight in the choice of any two appetizers and any two main courses from our exquisite menu, each crafted with authentic Turkish flavors and the freshest ingredients. Accompany your meal with a bottle of select wine, chosen to perfectly complement your dishes. Experience the unique ambiance of our restaurant, where traditional Turkish decor meets modern elegance, creating a warm and intimate setting ideal for a romantic night out. Our attentive staff and the cozy atmosphere ensure an exclusive dining experience that will make your date night truly special.
    Date-Night Special at Sahara's Turkish Cuisine photo
  • Sahara's Luxury Oasis

    US$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    One Small Mix Cold Appetizer for every four people. Choice of any main course (except mixed grill) or one mixed grill for every two people. Unlimited Wine, Beer, and Cocktails.
    Sahara's Luxury Oasis photo
  • Sahara's Sahara's Gourmet Escape

    US$65.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    One Small Mix Cold Appetizer for every four people. Choice of any main course (except mixed grill) or one mixed grill for every two people. Unlimited Wine and Beer
    Sahara's Sahara's Gourmet Escape photo

Offers

  • Sweet Delight: Complimentary Authentic Baklava!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 11:00 - 16:00, 16:00 - 22:00
    Indulge in a taste of tradition! Enjoy a complimentary serving of our mouthwatering, handcrafted Turkish Baklava with every reservation. Treat yourself to this exquisite dessert, made with the finest ingredients and a lot of love. Don't miss out on this sweet experience!

    Sweet Delight: Complimentary Authentic Baklava! photo
  • Bites & Brews: Appetizer & Drink Special!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 16:00 - 18:00
    Unwind with our Bites & Brews special! Enjoy a delicious appetizer paired with your choice of beer or wine in our warm, inviting atmosphere. Perfect for a relaxing late afternoon, our unique happy hour offers a delightful culinary experience you won't find anywhere else. Monday through Friday, 4pm to 6pm.

    Bites & Brews: Appetizer & Drink Special! photo

What 94 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sahara's Turkish Cuisine offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent lamb dishes." Guests rave about the creative vegetable dishes and diverse appetizers. The ambiance is cozy and intimate, complemented by attentive service. While occasional crowding may occur, the "wonderful family dinner" atmosphere keeps patrons coming back.

94 Reviews
  1. Brian

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My experience at this restaurant was awesome. We receded under a minute. The dinner came out about maybe 20 minutes later with the appetizers after ordering, but it was well worth it. We got the Mezze platter. It had all eight apps in a small portion, so A scoop of every appetizer best way to sample the whole menu for the apps. Shaven Lamb with the sauce was great a entre.

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  2. Shahzad

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Bad experience with food taste and quality and when I return something that was made wrong based on Manu they still charged me.

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  3. Alicia

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing! Staff was very attentive and patient with our kids who don’t always making dining out easy! It was a wonderful family dinner!

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  4. Sam

    Los Angeles

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was really good and the service was wonderful very friendly people

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  5. Marcia

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My friend and I went to Sahara's Turkish Cuisine yesterday and ordered the $22.95 luncheon. We loved the food and the atmosphere. I had dined here before but my friend had her first visit and she planned to be back for dinner with her boyfriend food here is always excellent and the help very attentive but gives you space to speak with your dinner companions.

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  6. Ahsan

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was mouth-wateringly tasty. Well presented. Only the tables were a little small.

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  7. Keene

    New Orleans

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on 7 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We stumbled upon this gem of a restaurant. Sahara's had everything we look for - small, quiet, great service, and food that someone cared about in preparing it. The lamb dishes are excellent. The vegetable dishes are varied and creative with just the right spices. Highly recommended.

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  8. Lisa

    New York City

    39 reviews

    2.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on 25 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I booked my reservation based on reviews as I was looking for a restaurant in a certain part of town. Apparently there was a LARGE party taking over almost the whole place with a few tables in the front for the general public. Everything was good until the birthday person with the large party started talking and took about a half hour. The restaurant isn’t large and the servers didn’t come to my table to check in to see if I wanted dessert which I did. There was also another table near me (not with the party) who wanted dessert. The server said the kitchen was closed and the person said that the waiter never showed up to ask and they wanted dessert. The waiter brought the dessert for that table. If there is a party that takes over 90% of your space, then don’t seat the public if you can’t service the tables properly. I prefer quaint neighborhood places over large restaurants and wouldn’t go back based on my experience.

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  9. Ellen

    New York City

    183 reviews

    3.0

    183 reviews

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Go for the appetizers, both hot and cold! All are no miss; Zucchini pancake, hummus, tarama, baba served with wonderful hot bread. Wait staff is cordial, but forgetful. Good selection of Turkish beers and wines worth trying.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 May 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food (recommend the lamb shank) and service!

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FAQs

Sahara's Turkish Cuisine offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Sahara's Turkish Cuisine also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 532-7589.

Sahara's Turkish Cuisine is rated 4.3 stars by 94 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

513 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    28th & 29th on 2nd Ave.
  • Area
    Kips Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:15 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Turkish, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (212) 532-7589
  • Catering
    Highly rated catering menu is available.
  • Private party facilities
    We have pre-fixed menus for any type of private event.
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