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Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Dining at Sahara’s is a SE Denver and DTC Tradition!
From Moroccan to Lebanese dishes, Sahara Restaurant has proudly been serving traditional Mediterranean cuisine to Denver Metro diners for over 20 years. Our family run restaurant is a longstanding tradition in Mediterranean dining for the DTC lunch crowd and Southeast Denver date nights. With intimate booth seating, imported Moroccan rugs, rustic handmade pottery and décor, warm multi-colored Moroccan lanterns, Sahara Restaurant is a truly authentic Middle Eastern dining experience. Sahara Restaurant is an oasis in the middle of the Denver Technology Center.
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From Moroccan to Lebanese dishes, Sahara Restaurant has proudly been serving traditional Mediterranean cuisine to Denver Metro diners for over 20 years. Our family run restaurant is a longstanding tradition in Mediterranean dining for the DTC lunch crowd and Southeast Denver date nights. With intimate booth seating, imported Moroccan rugs, rustic handmade pottery and décor, warm multi-colored Moroccan lanterns, Sahara Restaurant is a truly authentic Middle Eastern dining experience. Sahara Restaurant is an oasis in the middle of the Denver Technology Center.
50 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 50 reviews
5 stars
(21)
4 stars
(25)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(29)
- fit for foodies(26)
- good for groups(15)
- great for lunch(10)
- romantic(10)
- special occasion(7)
Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love Sahara, not Belly Dancing
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We are regulars at Sahara, which is near our home. We tend to get the same favorite dishes on most visits. The food is generally consistent and very yummy. Service is comfortable. Just keep in mind if you are going for a quiet dinner and chatting, check with them about their Belly Dancing performances. We forgot the other night, went at main dinner time on a Saturday and were seated under a speaker. When the Belly Dancing occurred, the music was very loud for us and we couldn't talk easily. I am sure the performance is enjoyed by many, but that night it was not of interest to us and was a little disruptive. So, depending on your interest, check the schedule -- it may be just Saturday nights. Overall, again, we like Sahara!"
Dined on 6/08/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very fine meal!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The only thing missing was "Home Made Pita". Store bought and cold, does not cut it with such good food otherwise.
Gotta try the Hush-Puppies"
Dined on 6/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very surprised to find this local gem. Food was excellent and reasonably priced. Worth stopping"
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our neighborhood group of 4 couples go out to dinner quarterly. It was my turn to choose the restaurant and I chose Sahara as I am trying to find a local Middle Eastern restaurant as good as the two we tried in London. This is as close as I have come to finding that... The food was great, the service good and the Lebanese red wine delicious. Every one enjoyed the evening. DG"
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 5 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great food as usual
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was amazing and I am a HUGE fan of Lubna's Spicy Chicken. The service was poor on Sunday evening when we went. We have been to Sahara many times and this is the first time I can report bad service. The restaurant was very slow and quiet when we were there which leads me to believe that the service is better when the restaurant is full."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a very nice dining experience at Sahara. The lamb and plum tangine was wonderful, well worth the trip. The Sahara plate was a great mix of Morrocan specialties,very good."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 7 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a Gem!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had no idea what to expect dining at a Moroccan restaurant. I was looking for different and found the Sahara on OpenTable. The hummus was fantastic and the best I have ever had. The main course, Louba's Spicy Chicken was excellent. The spices were wonderful and flavorful. The chicken was tender and the sauce was outstanding. My date had the salmon and it was wonderful too. I look forward to eating there again. The wait staff was very friendly and attentive. I highly recommend the Sahara!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was a wonderful meal and evening!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food. Delicious.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food. Delicious. Good portions and good prices. Service was a bit slow, but it was very busy so I understand that. The belly dancer was irritatingly loud. Would be better without her."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2002
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was amazing. However,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was amazing. However, I feel it was a bit expensive. If I didn't have a "coupon" for a meal I don't think it would have been my first choice. I went on a Friday evening which was a mistake because it was crowded and the serivice was a little under staffed. I think we waited a little under ten minutes for someone to bring us water.
Once the staff got it together, the service was pretty good."
Once the staff got it together, the service was pretty good."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food is so fresh - absolutely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is so fresh - absolutely delicious!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Terrific food...Service was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Terrific food...Service was too slow and when food arrived was cold."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went to Sahara with our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Sahara with our children. We all had a great time. The service was good, the food was outstanding! We were all satisfied with the experience, and will definitely return!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great, the service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great, the service quite good, but I was very disappointed in the seating. I asked for specific seeing by the window, 2 weeks in advance, and not by the kitchen. We were seated near the kitchen, right under the speaker. Maybe they could pay more attention to requested made that far in advance and try to accommodate that. thank you."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
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Review 15 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Middle Eastern in SE Denver
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great owners and the best Middle Eastern cuisine in the entire area of south metro Denver. Top picks: gyros, almost any lamb dish, kabob dishes. The only negative--they charged for a side of cucumber yogurt sauce--I've never been charged for sauce anywhere. It didn't bother me but it might bother others."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
MUST GO!!! Food is fantastic!!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Sahara has some of the best Middle Eastern food around. You definitely cannot find better hummas anywhere. The live belly dancer on the weekends is a fun extra."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 17 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of our favorite restaurants.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of our favorite restaurants."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2006
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Review 18 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Far surpassed expectations!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nothing about Sahara prepares one for the absolutely wonderful food that appears from their kitchen. The location is not elegant (overgrown strip mall) and it's appearance from the parking lot doesn't give a hint of what's inside. But what is inside is a very pleasant ambience, good service, and outstanding food. It is our newest "favorite restaurant" find."
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food in a tired center
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food in a tired center off of Arapahoe. Decent dinner business for a Friday night. Wine list a bit weak."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
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Review 21 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb. Marvelous middle eastern
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Superb. Marvelous middle eastern food freshly prepared. I've been going there for fifteen years, and intend to keep coming back."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love Sahara for Middle Eastern
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love Sahara for Middle Eastern food! Although I don't eat meat, they do have a couple of great vegetarian sampler platters and seafood. They have a lebanese and moroccan wine along with a few ethnic beers. Very lovely atmosphere, but not pretentious. Make sure and try their baklava for dessert!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent, starting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was excellent, starting with the humus and grape leaves (served warm, not cold), through the baklava for dessert. The shawarma was the authentic "cut off a spit" version, but was still very tasty. The falafel was crispy on the outside, the way I prefer, and the saffron rice was excellent.
The service was less outstanding. We were there early on a Sunday evening (5:45) and there were only two other tables. We waited for service, for water refills, and for the food. We even had a long wait for the check, and after paying, for our credit card to come back."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Sahara Restaurant was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Sahara Restaurant was amazing! The service was what won me over. Everybody was so nice and accommodating. I had the lamb shank which was yummy. The rice was outstanding, it was buttery, fluffy and the perfect color. The felafel appetizers were crunchy but hot on the inside, perfect. What could have been improved is the portion and quality of the Greek salad, hummus, and baba ghanoush. I would go there again and a big group of people."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was excellent, and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was excellent, and the live entertainment was very good."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love this place. Excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love this place. Excellent Hummus. Tangine salmon was fantastic. They were packed on a Saturday night, which surprised everyone. Although they were clearly short of help, they worked hard to keep everyone served."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Everything was good -- nothing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was good -- nothing was exceptional."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Sahara Middle Eastern Restaurant
Based on the average of (23) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate