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Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

(212) 532-7589

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  • 513 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10016
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  • Mediterranean ,  Middle Eastern ,  Turkish
  • $$$$$
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  • Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

  • (212) 532-7589

    We make ordering easy.

  • Menu
  • Sahara's Turkish Cuisine
  • DINNER SPECIAL
    • Dinner Special $38.95

      Choice of two courses, served with pita bread and a drink.

    • Dinner Special with Beer or Wine (Must be 21 to purchase) $42.95

      Choice of two courses, served with pita bread and a bottle of beer or a glass of wine of your choice. (Must be 21 to purchase.)

    • Sahara's Home Night Spacial $65.95

      Elevate your evening at home with Sahara's Home Night Special, now available for delivery. Start the night with an enticing appetizer, designed to tantalize your taste buds and set the stage for a romantic meal. Choose from a variety of main courses that bring the authentic flavors of Turkey right to your doorstep. To complement your meal, enjoy a bottle of hand-selected wine that pairs perfectly with the rich and vibrant tastes of your dinner. Create a memorable dining experience in the comfort of your own home with our special menu, perfect for celebrating love and togetherness.

  • LUNCH SPECIAL
    • Lunch Special $24.95

      Choice of two courses, served with pita bread and a drink.

    • Lunch Special with Beer or Wine $29.75

      Choice of two courses, served with pita bread and a bottle of beer or a glass of wine of your choice. (Must be 21 to purchase)

  • COLD APPETIZERS
    Some of them served with pita bread.
    • G1. Hummus $11.95

      Chickpeas blended with tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, white pepper, and salt.

    • G2. Lebni (Haydari) $12.95

      Thick homemade yogurt blended with walnuts, garlic, dill, and olive oil.

    • G3. Soslu Patlican (Shakshuka) $13.95

      Chopped eggplant simmered in a moderately spicy sauce of fresh tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic, onion, red pepper, black pepper, sugar, and salt.

    • G4. Babaganoush $12.95

      Smokey eggplant purée blended with tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.

    • G5. Smoked Eggplant Salad $12.95

      Char-grilled eggplant blended with red peppers, parsley, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.

    • G6. Ezme $12.95

      Spicy mashed vegetables blended with walnuts, garlic, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper, tomatoes, onions, jalapeño, pomegranate juice, and red pepper paste.

    • G7. Tabbouleh $12.95

      Cracked wheat (bulgur) blended with parsley, scallions, red pepper, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper.

    • G8. Cacik (Tzatziki) $11.95

      Finely chopped cucumbers blended with garlic, yogurt, dill, mint, and salt.

    • G9. Stuffed Grape Leaves $14.95

      Vine leaves filled with rice and currants, seasoned with cinnamon, black pepper, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil

    • G10. Cig Kofte (Raw Vegetarian Meatballs) $15.95

      Kneaded bulgur with onions, garlic, Anatolian spices, tomato and red pepper paste, pomegranate molasses, walnut, and lemon. Served with iceberg lettuce, lemon wedges, and pomegranate sauce and fresh mint.

    • G11. Cold Meze Trio $14.95

      Choose any three cold appetizers.

    • G12. Mixed Cold Meze Platter $25.95

      Selection of all cold meze, small portions.

  • HOT APPETIZERS
    • H1. Falafel $12.95

      Ground chickpeas blended with parsley, celery, carrots, garlic, and onions. Served with tahini sauce seasoned with flour, black pepper, cumin, baking powder, white pepper, tahini, salt, and lemon juice. Served on a bed of fresh lettuce.

    • H2. Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver) $14.95

      Pan-fried zucchini pancakes blended with eggs, flour, mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, baking powder, and white pepper, served with garlic yogurt and on a bed of fresh lettuce.

    • H3. Cheese Pastries (Sigara Boregi) $13.95

      Crispy phyllo rolls filled with feta, mozzarella cheese, and fresh parsley, brushed with egg and baked until golden. Served on a bed of fresh lettuce.

    • H4. Pastrami Cigars (Pacanga Boregi) $15.95

      Crispy phyllo rolls filled with beef pastrami, mozzarella cheese, red pepper, onion, and parsley, brushed with egg and fried until golden. Served on a bed of fresh lettuce.

    • H5. Calf Liver (Arnavut Cigeri) $17.95

      Pan-fried calf liver seasoned with butter, black pepper, oregano, and paprika, finished with sumac, and served with red onion, chopped tomatoes, and fresh lettuce.

    • H6. Fried Calamari $17.95

      Lightly fried calamari served with calamari sauce blended with breadcrumbs, plain yogurt, anise, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil.

  • SOUPS
    • S1. Red Lentil Soup $11.95

      Purée of red lentils with butter, flour, tomato paste, black pepper, cumin, garlic, and salt, garnished with chopped mint. Served with warm pita bread and a fresh lemon wedge.

    • S2. Chicken Vegetable Soup $14.95

      Chicken thigh with carrots, celery, onion, garlic, flour, chicken base, and bay leaf, simmered gently with herbs and served with warm pita bread.

  • SALADS
    • J1. Small Shepherd Salad $13.95

      Fresh chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and onion tossed in extra virgin olive oil, wine vinegar, and lemon juice.

    • J1. Large Shepherd Salad $21.95

      Fresh chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and onion tossed in extra virgin olive oil, wine vinegar, and lemon juice.

    • J2. Small Mediterranean Salad $13.95

      Romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, red cabbage, corn, tomatoes, and cucumber topped with feta cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice.

    • J2. Large Mediterranean Salad $21.95

      Romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, red cabbage, corn, tomatoes, and cucumber topped with feta cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice.

    • J3. Piyaz Salad $14.95

      White beans with red onion, chopped tomatoes, and parsley, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.

    • J4. Aegean Salad $15.95

      Mixed greens with chickpeas, red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, and feta cheese, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.

    • J5. Dry Fig Salad $17.95

      Dried Turkish figs, walnuts, and red pepper tossed in balsamic vinaigrette, served on a bed of mixed greens and tomatoes.

    • J6. Seafood Salad $19.95

      Grilled calamari and poached shrimp served on a bed of fresh mixed greens, red onion, tomatoes, and parsley.

  • VEGETARIAN ENTREES
    • K1. Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver) Dinner $22.95

      Pan-fried zucchini pancakes blended with eggs, flour, mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, baking powder, and white pepper. Served with garlic yogurt, red cabbage, carrots, red onion, and Turkish rice pilaf.

    • K2. Falafel Dinner $19.95

      Ground chickpeas blended with parsley, celery, carrots, garlic, and onions. Served with garlic yogurt, red cabbage,carrots, red onion, Turkish rice pilaf, and tahini sauce(seasoned with flour, black pepper, cumin, baking powder, white pepper, tahini, salt, and lemon juice).

    • K3. Vegetable Casserole $22.95

      Yellow zucchini, green zucchini, carrots, potatoes, onions, and garlic sautéed and baked in tomato sauce, seasoned with red pepper, black pepper, and salt, served with Turkish rice pilaf.

    • K4. Baby Okra (Bamya) $19.95

      Baby okra cooked with tomatoes, tomato sauce, onion, garlic, black pepper, and lemon juice, served with Turkish rice pilaf.

  • POULTRY ENTREES
    • M1. Chicken Shish Kebab $25.95

      Chicken breast marinated with Anatolian spices, white pepper, cumin, red pepper paste, onion, and garlic, char-grilled and served with Turkish rice pilaf, broccoli, jalapeño pepper, and grilled tomato.

    • M2. Adana Kebab Chicken $27.95

      Finely chopped chicken blended with parsley, red pepper, onion, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and hot pepper paste, grilled on a skewer and served with white rice, broccoli, jalapeño pepper, and grilled tomato.

    • M3. Hunkar Begendi Chicken $32.95

      Char-grilled chicken breast served over smoked eggplant purée blended with flour, milk, mozzarella cheese, white pepper, salt, and butter, topped with tomato sauce.

    • M4. Grilled Chicken Wings $29.95

      Chicken wings marinated with red pepper paste, salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika, and oregano, grilled and served with carrots, red cabbage, red onion, and Turkish rice pilaf.

    • M5. Chicken Chops $29.95

      Chicken thighs marinated with red pepper paste, salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika, and oregano, char-grilled and served with Turkish rice pilaf, broccoli, jalapeño pepper, and grilled tomato.

    • M6. Chicken Sautee $30.95

      Chicken breast sautéed with mushrooms, red pepper, onion, garlic, black pepper, tomato sauce, butter, and salt, simmered in homemade tomato sauce and served with Turkish rice pilaf.

  • SEAFOOD ENTREES
    • L1. Branzino (Sea Bass/ Levrek) $34.95

      Grilled whole Mediterranean sea bass, drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with salt. Served with green salad and lemon slices.

    • L2. Salmon $29.95

      Atlantic salmon marinated and char-grilled, served with green salad and Turkish rice pilaf.

    • L3. Shrimp Kebab $28.95

      Marinated jumbo shrimp, char-grilled with red peppers and onions, served with Turkish rice pilaf.

    • L4. Tilapia $27.95

      Tilapia fillet pan-seared with butter, lemon juice, black pepper, parsley, and salt, served with green salad, Turkish rice pilaf, and lemon–parsley olive oil sauce.

    • L5. Shrimp Casserole $29.95

      Shrimp baked with mushrooms, red pepper, onion, garlic, black pepper, tomato sauce, butter, and salt, topped with melted cheese and served with Turkish rice pilaf.

  • LAMB & BEEF ENTREES
    • N1. Gyro (Yaprak Doner) $27.95

      Baby beef marinated with Anatolian spices, salt, and black pepper, slow-roasted on a vertical rotisserie, thinly sliced and served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N2. Lamb Shish Kebab $37.95

      Baby lamb marinated with onion, black pepper, oregano, cumin, salt, olive oil, and red pepper paste, char-grilled and served with Turkish rice pilaf and steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N3. Adana Kebab Lamb $29.95

      Ground lamb blended with onion, red pepper, black pepper, salt, and hot pepper paste, char-grilled on a skewer and served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N4. Grilled Meatballs (Kofte) $28.95

      Char-grilled lamb meatballs blended with parsley, onion, black pepper, cumin, oregano, breadcrumbs, and salt, served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N5. Iskender Kebab $31.95

      Vertically roasted beef gyro served over pita bread with homemade yogurt, topped with tomato sauce and melted butter. Served with grilled tomato and jalapeño pepper.

    • N6. Lamb Shank $38.95

      Special traditional Turkish lamb shank slow-braised for four hours in its own juices, wrapped in fried eggplant, and served with Turkish rice pilaf, grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N7. Beyti Kebab $34.95

      Ground lamb blended with onion, red pepper, black pepper, salt, and hot pepper paste, char-grilled on a skewer, wrapped in Turkish lavash bread and sliced, topped with tomato sauce, and served with homemade yogurt, grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N8. Hunkar Begendi Lamb $39.95

      Chopped baby lamb marinated with onion, black pepper, oregano, cumin, salt, olive oil, and red pepper paste, char-grilled and served over eggplant purée blended with eggplant, milk, water, butter, and black pepper, topped with tomato sauce, and served with sliced tomato and grilled jalapeño pepper.

    • N9. Turkish Dumplings (Manti) $27.95

      Boiled special Turkish dumplings filled with ground beef, black pepper, red pepper, and butter, served over homemade yogurt and topped with red pepper butter sauce, mint, and sumac.

    • N10. Individual Lamb Saute $33.95

      Lamb chunks sautéed with butter, garlic, onion, red pepper, mushrooms, black pepper, salt, fresh tomatoes, and homemade tomato sauce. Served with Turkish rice pilaf.

    • N11. Lamb Chops (Kuzu Pirzola) $39.95

      Baby lamb chops marinated with oregano, black pepper, paprika, salt, and olive oil, char-grilled and served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N12. Ribeye Steak (12 Oz) $41.95

      Grilled to perfection and served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N13. Mixed Grilled Kebab $44.95

      A mixed grill selection of chicken shish kebab, lamb shish kebab, lamb chops, grilled meatballs, and gyro kebab, served with grilled vegetables and Turkish rice pilaf.

  • WRAPS
    • Vegetable Wrap $13.95

      Fresh tomato, lettuce, red cabbage, carrots and feta cheese wrapped in a tortilla shell.

    • Falafel Wrap $13.95

      Chickpeas, celery, parsley, garlic, onions and carrots served with tahini sauce, lettuce and tomato wrapped in a tortilla shell.

    • Adana Chicken Wrap $14.95

      Finely chopped chicken seasoned with red peppers and parsley and wrapped with mixed greens in a tortilla shell.

    • Chicken Shish Wrap $14.95

      Marinated chicken breast wrapped with lettuce and tomato in a tortilla shell.

    • Adana Lamb Wrap $15.95

      Finely chopped lamb seasoned with green peppers, red peppers and parsley wrapped with mixed greens in a tortilla shell.

    • Gyro Wrap $15.95

      Marinated beef grilled on a revolving upright skewer and very thinly sliced. Wrapped with mixed greens in a tortilla shell.

    • Lamb Shish Wrap $17.95

      Char-grilled marinated chunks of baby lamb wrapped with lettuce and tomato in a tortilla shell.

    • Meatball Wrap (Kofte) $15.95

      Meatballs wrapped with mixed greens in a tortilla shell.

    • Cig Kofte (Raw Vegetarian Meatballs) Wrap $13.95

      Experience the bold flavors of Turkiye in every bite! Our Cig Kofte Wrap features a soft tortilla generously spread with our signature spicy vegan Cig Kofte. Fresh greens and ripe tomatoes add a crisp, refreshing balance. Simple, flavorful, and satisfying- perfect for a quick, delicious meal.

  • DESSERTS
    • R1. Turkish Baklava Plate $9.95

      A timeless Turkish dessert of finely layered phyllo, gently baked and soaked in syrup, prepared with your choice of nuts for a rich, balanced sweetness. Served as three pieces.

    • R2. Rice Pudding (Sutlac) $11.95

      Traditional oven-baked rice pudding made with rice,milk,butter,sugar,vanilla,cornstarch,and egg yolk.

    • R3. Milk Custard $11.95

      Traditional oven-baked milk pudding, made with milk,butter,sugar,vanilla,anise, and wheat starch, featuring a lightly caramelized base and finished with cinnamon.

    • R4. Kunefe $14.95

      Traditional shredded phyllo layered with fresh mozzarella cheese, baked until crispy, finished with thick syrup, and topped with crushed pistachio, served warm.

    • R5. Pistachio Katmer (Fistikli Katmer) $14.95

      Traditional dessert made with delicate layers of puff pastry filled with premium Antep pistachios, baked until crisp and flaky, served hot with a slice of Maras ice cream, a traditional Turkish Goat's milk ice cream.

    • R6. Dubai Chocolate $12.95

      Milk chocolate filled with pistachio cream and crispy kunefe pieces, finished with crushed pistachios.

    • R7. Maras Ice Cream $11.95

      Traditional Maras ice cream made with goat's milk and orchid root powder, known for its rich flavor and uniquely dense texture.

    • R8. Cold Baklava $12.95

      Pistachio baklava topped with milk and cocoa on top.

  • SIDES
    • Side of Char-Grilled Vegetables $7.95

    • Side of Sauteed Mushrooms $7.95

    • Side of Black Olives with Olive Oil $6.95

    • Side of Sliced Feta Cheese $6.95

    • Side of Chopped Cucumbers $5.95

    • Side of Broccoli $5.95

    • Side of White Rice $6.95

    • Side of Plain Yogurt $6.95

    • Side of French Fries $6.95

    • Extra Bread $4.95

    • Extra Olive Oil $1.95

    • Extra Salad Dressing $1.95

    • Extra Tahini Sauce $1.95

    • Extra White Sauce $0.95

    • Extra Hot Sauce $0.95

    • Extra Ketchup $0.95

  • CATERING PACKAGES
    Each package serves a minimum of seven people. With the options below, you can order for any number of people more than seven. Caterings come with all the serving stuff, ready to be serviced.
    • Signature Turkish Buffet (A) $25.00

      Includes hummus, lebni, falafel, Mediterranean salad, chicken kebab, gyro, baklava, white rice, hot, white and tahini sauces, bread and plastic utensils. Drinks not included.

    • Turkish Buffet Royale (B) $29.00

      Includes hummus, babaganoush, falafel, Mediterranean salad, cheese pastries, chicken adana, grilled meatballs, baklava, white rice, hot, white and tahini sauces, bread and plastic utensils. Drinks not included.

    • Light Turkish/Mediterranean Buffet (C) $21.00

      Hummus, falafel, Mediterranean salad, chicken kebab, pita bread, utensils, plastic glasses and plates and sharing spoons. Drinks not included.

    • Turkish/Mediterranean Vegetarian Buffet (D) $20.00

      Hummus, lebni, falafel, cheese pastries, Mediterranean salad, baklava, pita bread, utensils, plastic glasses and plates and sharing spoons. Drinks not included.

  • À LA CARTE CATERING MENU
    • Cold Appetizer Caterings

      Served with pita bread. Choose from our extensive selection of cold appetizers, and specify the number of guests you'd like to serve. For detailed descriptions of each item, please refer to our regular menu.

    • Hot Appetizer Caterings

      Choose from our rich selection of hot appetizers and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Salad Caterings

      Choose from our rich selection of salads and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Vegetarian Caterings

      Choose from our rich selection of vegetarian meals and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Poultry Caterings

      Choose from our rich selection of poultry meals and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Seafood Caterings

      Choose from our rich selection of seafood meals and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Lamb and Beef Caterings

      Choose from our rich selection of lamb and beef meals and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Dessert Caterings

      Choose from our rich selection of desserts and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Beverage Caterings

      One 2-litter bottle of Coke, one 2-liter bottle of Diet Coke, and one 1.5-litter water for every 10 people.

    • Sides Caterings

      Choose from our rich selection of sides and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Beer Caterings

      One bottle of beer per person.

    • Wine Caterings

      Three bottles of house-select wines for every ten people. Wines are chosen from our by-the-class wines on our wine menu.

    • Wrap Caterings

  • SOFT DRINKS
    • B1. Coke $3.95

    • B2. Diet Coke $3.95

    • B3. Sprite $3.95

    • B4. Ginger Ale $3.95

    • B5. Iced Tea $3.95

    • B6. Lemonade $4.95

    • B7. Seltzer $3.95

    • B8. Small San Pellegrino $5.95

    • B9. Large San Pellegrino $9.95

    • B10. Ayran (Yogurt Drink) $4.95

    • B11. Salgam (Turnip Juice)

    • B12. Orange Juice $4.95

    • B13. Pinapple Juice $4.95

    • B14. Small Bottled Water $3.95

    • 2-Liter Coke $6.95

      Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

    • 2-Liter Diet Coke $6.95

      Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

    • 1.5 Liter Water $5.95

      Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

    • 2-Liter Ginger Ale $6.95

      Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

    • 2-Liter Sprite $6.95

  • RED WINES
    Must be 21 years or older to purchase
    • Cabernet Savignon VIGNOBLES VELLAS France (RED)

      Best of Vignobles Vellas Cuvée Prestige 99 Blend Édition Limiitée

    • Malbec LE REVEIL France (RED)

      match made in heaven with lamb and chicken dishes

    • Syrah & Kalecik Karasi MAJESTIK SERIES Turkey (RED)

      numerous international awards, deep red color, pure, intense, fresh and ripe

    • Montepulciano IDI DI MARZO d'Abruzzo D.O.C. Italy (RED) $45.00

      Light to medium ruby in color with good acidity, a medium intense nose, fine grained tannin & a long length on the finish. This wine features: Cherry, ripe red currants, raspberry, roasted red peppers, licorice, cocoa, thyme, sage, Champagne mushrooms, tobacco leaves & leather. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Syrah SEVILEN Turkey (RED) $50.00

      a wine that showcases one of Turkey's hidden gems

    • Kalecik Karası SEVILEN CLASSIC Turkey (RED) $58.00

      Made of Kalecik Karasi, an indigenous Turkish grape, this wine has aromas of strawberry and orange rind that are a pleasant prelude to flavors of tart and ripe summer cherry, pomegranate, vanilla and a whisper of salinity. Tongue-coating tannins fade into the smooth, bright finish. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Chianti TENUTA OCCHINI Italy (RED) $55.00

      from the original historic growing area which tends to have the best vineyards

    • Bogazkere-Okuzgozu SEVILEN Turkey (RED) $46.00

      velvet finish, presents fruit forward aromas and has a delicate balance

    • Boğazkere KAYRA VINTAGE Turkey (RED) $45.00

      Having a smooth finish and well-processed tannins, this wine with a fruity flavor reflects the potential of ancient Turkish Boğazkere grapes. Nose: Black forest fruits, ripe plum and figs, strong ripe tannins, chocolate, juniper, tobacco notes Palate: Rich flavored, concentrated black fruits, long Appearance: Dark ruby. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Montepulciano IDI DI MARZO d'Abruzzo D.O.C. AMARNE Italy (RED) $65.00

      100 years anniversary product of Federico De Cerchio family

    • Okuzgozu KAYRA VERSUS Turkey (RED) $80.00

      A complex nose of rhubarb, cassis and blackberry preserve are combined with subtle overtones of allspice and hazelnut and an intruging note of pine forest. A delicate and subtle palate, full of high toned red fruits, balanced, with silky tannins and a long, elegant finish.. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Syrah & Merlot PREMIUM Turkey (RED) $80.00

      exquisite, elegant, deep ruby to the eye, with aromas of blackberry, forest floor

    • Bogazkere TELLUS BAGLARI Turkey (RED) $55.00

      indigenous Aanatolian grape where Turkish wine originated from, a timeless beauty of the region, excellence in full body

    • Sangiovese ILARIA Italy (RED) $98.00

      18 months in French oak, notes of red and yellow fruit, perfect pair with lamb and meat dishes

    • Sangiovese METE TOSCANA Italy (RED) $150.00

      full body with refined tannins and highly persistent 18 months in French oak and 6 months in bottle

    • Syrah CENTUM Turkey (RED) $120.00

      One of the highest rated Turkish wines, has palate of intense blueberry and blackberry flavors

    • Okuzgozu & Karecik Karasi PRODOM Turkey (RED) $70.00

      a smooth, polished finish, elegant and complex with flavors of strawberry, cherry, black pepper

    • Syrah & Petit Verdot PRODOM TELLUS BAGLARI Turkey (RED) $65.00

      the grape origin is Rhone, Bordeaux, France, spent 10 month in french oak

    • Syrah & Petit Verdot & Caberbet Franc PRODOM Turkey (RED) $80.00

      beautiful, velvety tannins are accompanied by a long fish

    • Cabernet Sauvignon ASHK Turkey (RED) $46.00

      as the name says "lovely", rich on nose and palate, medium bodied, good to par wit lamb and other meat dishes

    • Pinot Noir THERESA NOELLE ESTATE California (RED) $80.00

      outstanding elegance, fruity exquisite flavors, nothing but quality (RED)

  • WHITE WINES
    Must be 21 years or older to purchase
    • Prosecco ANTONIA FACCHIN France (SPARKLING)

      Light straw yellow color. Fresh, fruity with hints of golden apple and white flowers bouquet. Fruity and fragrant, palatable taste; fine and elegant in the mouth with a direct and clean flavor and good persistence. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • PRIME ETRUSCAN Turkey (ROSE)

      elegant, exquisite, beautiful color, fresh finish, perfect to pair with appetizers, seafood and chicken dishes

    • Kalecik Karasi & Calkarasi AEGEAN SUNSET Turkey (ROSE) $45.00

      well balanced fruit forward aromas, pairs beautifully with appetizers, sefood and chicken dishes

    • Sauvignon Blanc & Sultaniye MAJESTIK Turkey (WHITE)

      lean mouthfeel, crispy finish, pairs well with a variety of appetizers, fish and chicken dishes

    • Sauvignon Blanc CATCH AND RELEASE France (WHITE)

      a match made in heaven with vegetable appetizers, chicken and seafood dishes

    • Narince NATIVUS Turkey (WHITE)

      The grapes were all harvested by hand before undergoing temperature controlled fermentation in stainless-steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine underwent a period of ageing on its lees before bottling. Delicate floral and citrus notes on the nose lead onto a medium-bodied palate with flavours of white peaches and apricots. The ripe fruit is lifted by the bright acidity which shines through on the finish. Must be 21 to purchase.

    • Pinot Grigio ANTONIO FACCHIN France (WHITE) $45.00

      This Pinot Grigio is cold pressed on the peel, adding a bit of complexity to a typically light style. Peach and tropical fruit are balanced by a long citrus finish. It’s a great white wine as we transition to cooler weather.

    • Chablis MAISON GAUTHERIN France (WHITE) $85.00

      outstanding elegance, fruity exquisite favors, nothing but quality

    • Chardonnay DOMAINE VALJULIUS France (WHITE) $45.00

      flavors of ripe peaches, orange blossoms, vanilla, butter and toast

    • Sauvignon Blanc ISABEY Turkey (WHITE) $65.00

      BEST 100 Wines in the World "Financial Times"

  • CRAFT & DOMESTIC BEERS
    Must be 21 or older to purchase
    • C1. Efes Pilsener (Istanbul, 4.7%) $6.95

    • C2. Bomonti Unfiltered ( Istanbul, 4.8%) $10.95

    • C3. Brooklyn Lager (NY, 5.2%) $6.95

    • C4. Lagunitas IPA (Illinois, 5.7%) $6.95

    • C5. Heineken (Amsterdam, 5%) $6.95

    • C6. Corona Extra (Mexico City, 4.6%) $6.95

  • TEA & COFFEE
    • A1. Turkish Tea $1.95

    • Turkish Coffee $3.95

    • A3. American Coffee $3.95

    • Turkish Iced Tea (16 oz.) $3.95

    • A5. Mint Tea $3.95

    • A6. Linden Herbal Tea $3.95

    • A7. Sage Herbal Tea $3.95

    • A8. Cinnamon & Clove Tea $3.95

    • A9. Chamomile Tea $3.95

    • A10. Green Tea $3.95

  • THE BAZAAR
    • Natural Raw Honey 8oz. $14.95

      Our own production 8 oz. natural raw honey. Produced on our rooftop close to Bronx Botanic Garden. Completely natural.

    • Natural Raw Honey 16oz. $24.95

      Our own production 16 oz. natural raw honey. Produced on our rooftop close to Bronx Botanic Garden. Completely natural.

    • Pure Ground Turkish Coffee (500gr. / 17.6oz. 100 servings) $19.95

      Rich and highly caffeinated, Turkish coffee is enjoyed in many countries around the world. It's unfiltered, so it has a higher concentration of caffeine and other beneficial compounds that may provide several health benefits.

    • Turkish Delight with Pistachio (250gr. / 8.8oz. Box) $19.59

      Lokum or Turkish Delight candy has the soft squishy texture of gum drops, speckled with chopped pistachios on the inside, and is generously coated with powdered sugar.

    • Dried Anatolian Fig (250gr. / 9oz. Box) $10.95

      Dried Anatolian figs are a delectable treat. Their sweet, mellow flavor makes dried Anatolian figs a favorite for snacking, and appeals to a wide variety of cuisines. They are also an excellent source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, and other nutrients.

    • Medium Frame Comb Honey (Approximately 4lb.) $69.95

      Our own product of natural comb honey. Local rooftop honeycomb near The Bronx Botanical Garden.

    • Turkish Rize Black Tea Leaves (1000gr / 2lb 3.3oz. Pack) $19.95

      Turkish tea is full-flavored and too strong to be served in large cups thus it's always offered in small tulip-shaped glasses which you have to hold by the rim to save your fingertips from burning because it's served boiling hot. You can add sugar in it but no milk, and you can have it either lighter (weaker) or darker (stronger) depending on your taste because Turkish tea is made by pouring some very strong tea into the glass, then cutting it with water to the desired strength.

  • FULL BAR
    Must be 21 years or older to purchase
    • Cocktail

      You can choose from our craft cocktail list. (Must be 21 years old to purchase.)

    • Shot $8.00

      You can choose from our hand-picked hard liquor list. (Must be 21 years old to purchase.)

    • Single (3oz.) $10.00

      You can choose from our hand-picked hard liquor list. (Must be 21 years old to purchase.)

    • Double (4oz.) $14.00

      You can choose from our hand-picked hard liquor list. (Must be 21 years old to purchase.)

  • TURKISH RAKI
    Turkiye's national spirit, traditionally enjoyed with water, salgam and meze.
    • D1. Yeni Raki

    • D2. Yeni Raki Uzun Demleme

    • D3. Yeni Raki Ustalarin Karisimi

    • D4. Tekirdag Raki

    • D5. Tekirdag Raki Altin Serisi

  • INDIVIDUAL LAMB & BEEF ENTREES
  • BREAKFAST
    Sahara's Breakfast Menu offers a refreshing beginning to your day with its delightful array of fresh, wholesome ingredients. For $19.95, enjoy a selection of bread accompanied by a boiled egg and your choice of tea, coffee, or orange juice. Indulge in three types of exquisite cheeses: sliced fresh Kashkaval, Erzincan Tulum, and Feta. The meal is complemented by organic honey and butter, freshly sliced tomatoes and cucumbers, rich black olives and olive oil, and sweet dry figs and dates, all combining to create a breakfast that is both nourishing and satisfying.
    • Sahara's Mediterranean Turkish Breakfast $19.95

  • PREFIXED CATERING PACKAGES
    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.
    • Signature Turkish Buffet (A) $25.00

      Includes hummus, lebni, falafel, Mediterranean salad, chicken kebab, gyro, adana chicken, baklava, white rice, hot, white and tahini sauces, bread and plastic utensils. Drinks not included.

    • Turkish Buffet Royale (B) $29.00

      Includes hummus, babaganoush, falafel, Mediterranean salad, cheese pastries, chicken adana, grilled meatballs, baklava, white rice, hot, white and tahini sauces, bread and plastic utensils. Drinks not included.

    • Light Turkish/Mediterranean Buffet (C) $21.00

      Hummus, falafel, Mediterranean salad, chicken kebab, pita bread, utensils, plastic glasses and plates and sharing spoons. Drinks not included.

    • Turkish/Mediterranean Vegetarian Buffet (D) $20.00

      Hummus, lebni, falafel, cheese pastries, Mediterranean salad, baklava, pita bread, utensils, plastic glasses and plates and sharing spoons. Drinks not included.

    • LUNCH SPECIAL $24.95

      Served from 11AM to 4PM. A combination of small portions of an appetizer, soup or salad, a main course, and a drink.

    • DINNER SPECIAL $38.95

      A combination of regular portions of an appetizer, soup or salad, a main course, and a drink.

  • À LA CARTE CATERING MENU
    Choose an item and a number of people it should serve.
    • Cold Appetizer Caterings $5.00

      Choose from our extensive selection of cold appetizers, and specify the number of guests you'd like to serve. For detailed descriptions of each item, please refer to our regular menu.

    • Hot Appetizer $6.00

      Choose from our rich selection of hot appetizers and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Salads $6.00

      Choose from our rich selection of salads and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Vegetarian Entrees $15.00

      Choose from our rich selection of vegetarian meals and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Poultry Meals $18.00

      Choose from our rich selection of poultry meals and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Seafood $24.00

      Choose from our rich selection of seafood meals and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Lamb and Beef Entrees $26.00

      Choose from our rich selection of lamb and beef meals and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Dessert $6.00

      Choose from our rich selection of desserts and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Baverages $2.00

      One 2-litter bottle of Coke, one 2-liter bottle of Diet Coke, and one 1.5-litter water for every 10 people.

    • Sides $3.00

      Choose from our rich selection of sides and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Beer $6.00

      Choose from our rich selection of beers and tell us the number of people you would like to serve. For detailed item description please visit our regular menu.

    • Wine $10.00

      Choose one option

  • INDIVIDUAL LUNCH SPECIAL
    • Individual Lunch Special $24.95

      Choice of two courses, served with pita bread and a drink.

  • CATERING DRINKS
    • Soft Drink $3.00

    • Orange Juice $5.00

    • 2-Liter Coke $8.00

      Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

    • 2-Liter Diet Coke $8.00

      Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

    • 2-Liter Ginger Ale $8.00

      Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

    • 1,5 Liter Water $7.00

      Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

  • INDIVIDUAL COLD APPETIZERS
    • G1. Individual Hummus $11.95

      Chickpeas blended with tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, white pepper, and salt.

    • G2. Individual Lebni $12.95

      Thick homemade yogurt blended with walnuts, garlic, dill, and olive oil.

    • G3. Individual Soslu Patlican (Shakshuka) $13.95

      Chopped eggplant simmered in a moderately spicy sauce of fresh tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic, onion, red pepper, black pepper, sugar, and salt.

    • G4. Individual Babaganoush $12.95

      Smokey eggplant purée blended with tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.

    • G5. Individual Smoked Eggplant Salad $12.95

      Char-grilled eggplant blended with red peppers, parsley, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.

    • G6. Individual Ezme $12.95

      Spicy mashed vegetables blended with walnuts, garlic, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper, tomatoes, onions, jalapeño, pomegranate juice, and red pepper paste

    • G7. Individual Tabbouleh $12.95

      Cracked wheat (bulgur) blended with parsley, scallions, red pepper, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper.

    • G8. Individual Cacik (Tzatziki) $11.95

      Finely chopped cucumbers blended with garlic, yogurt, dill, mint, and salt.

    • G9. Individual Stuffed Grape Leaves $14.95

      Vine leaves filled with rice and currants, seasoned with cinnamon, black pepper, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil.

    • G10. Individual Cig Kofte $15.95

      Kneaded bulgur with onions, garlic, Anatolian spices, tomato and red pepper paste, pomegranate molasses, walnut, and lemon. Served with iceberg lettuce, lemon wedges, and pomegranate sauce and fresh mint.

    • G11. Individual Cold Meze Trio $14.95

      Choose any three cold appetizers.

    • Individual Mixed Cold Meze Platter $25.95

      Selection of all cold meze, small portions.

  • INDIVIDUAL HOT APPETIZERS
    • H1. Individual Falafel $12.95

      Ground chickpeas blended with parsley, celery, carrots, garlic, and onions. Served with tahini sauce seasoned with flour, black pepper, cumin, baking powder, white pepper, tahini, salt, and lemon juice. Served on a bed of fresh lettuce.

    • H2. Individual Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver) $14.95

      Pan-fried zucchini pancakes blended with eggs, flour, mozzarella cheese, feta cheese, baking powder, and white pepper, served with garlic yogurt and on a bed of fresh lettuce.

    • H3. Individual Cheese Pastries $13.95

      Crispy phyllo rolls filled with feta, mozzarella cheese, and fresh parsley, brushed with egg and baked until golden. Served on a bed of fresh lettuce.

    • H4. Individual Pastrami Cigars $15.95

      Crispy phyllo rolls filled with beef pastrami, mozzarella cheese, red pepper, onion, and parsley, brushed with egg and fried until golden. Served on a bed of fresh lettuce.

    • H5. Individual Calf Liver (Arnavut Cigeri) $17.95

      Pan-fried calf liver seasoned with butter, black pepper, oregano, and paprika, finished with sumac, and served with red onion, chopped tomatoes, and fresh lettuce.

    • H6. Individual Fried Calamari $17.95

      Lightly fried calamari served with calamari sauce blended with breadcrumbs, plain yogurt, anise, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil.

  • INDIVIDUAL SALADS
    • J1. Individual Small Shepherd Salad $13.95

      Fresh chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and onion tossed in extra virgin olive oil, wine vinegar, and lemon juice.

    • J1. Individual Large Shepherd Salad $21.95

      Fresh chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and onion tossed in extra-virgin olive oil and wine vinegar.

    • J2. Individual Small Mediterranean Salad $13.95

      Romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, red cabbage, corn, tomatoes, and cucumber topped with feta cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice.

    • J2. Individual Large Mediterranean Salad $19.95

      Romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, red cabbage, corn, tomatoes, and cucumber topped with feta cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice.

    • J3. Individual Piyaz Salad $14.95

      White beans with red onion, chopped tomatoes, and parsley, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.

    • J4. Individual Aegean Salad $15.95

      Mixed greens with chickpeas, red onion, cucumber, tomatoes, and feta cheese, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.

    • J5. Individual Dry Fig Salad $17.95

      Dried Turkish figs, walnuts, and red pepper tossed in balsamic vinaigrette, served on a bed of mixed greens and tomatoes.

    • J6. Individual Seafood Salad $24.95

      Grilled calamari and poached shrimp served on a bed of fresh mixed greens, red onion, tomatoes, and parsley.

  • INDIVIDUAL SOUPS
    • S1. Individual Red Lentil Soup $11.95

      Purée of red lentils with butter, flour, tomato paste, black pepper, cumin, garlic, and salt, garnished with chopped mint. Served with warm pita bread and a fresh lemon wedge.

    • S2. Individual Chicken Vegetable Soup $14.95

      Chicken thigh with carrots, celery, onion, garlic, flour, chicken base, and bay leaf, simmered gently with herbs and served with warm pita bread.

  • INDIVIDUAL POULTRY ENTREES
    • M1. Individual Chicken Shish Kebab Entree $25.95

      Chicken breast marinated with Anatolian spices, white pepper, cumin, red pepper paste, onion, and garlic, char-grilled and served with Turkish rice pilaf, broccoli, jalapeño pepper, and grilled tomato.

    • M2. Individual Adana Kebab Chicken $27.95

      Finely chopped chicken blended with parsley, red pepper, onion, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and hot pepper paste, grilled on a skewer and served with white rice, broccoli, jalapeño pepper, and grilled tomato.

    • M3. Individual Hunkar Begendi Chicken $32.95

      Char-grilled chicken breast served over smoked eggplant purée blended with flour, milk, mozzarella cheese, white pepper, salt, and butter, topped with tomato sauce.

    • M4. Individual Grilled Chicken Wings $29.95

      Chicken wings marinated with red pepper paste, salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika, and oregano, grilled and served with carrots, red cabbage, red onion, and Turkish rice pilaf.

    • M5. Individual Chicken Chops $29.95

      Chicken thighs marinated with red pepper paste, salt, black pepper, cumin, paprika, and oregano, char-grilled and served with Turkish rice pilaf, broccoli, jalapeño pepper, and grilled tomato.

    • M6. Individual Chicken Saute $30.95

      Chicken breast sautéed with mushrooms, red pepper, onion, garlic, black pepper, tomato sauce, butter, and salt, simmered in homemade tomato sauce and served with Turkish rice pilaf.

  • INDIVIDUAL SEAFOOD ENTREES
    • L1. Individual Branzino (Sea Bass/ Levrek) $34.95

      Grilled whole Mediterranean sea bass, drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with salt. Served with green salad and lemon slices.

    • L2. Individual Salmon $29.95

      Atlantic salmon marinated and char-grilled, served with green salad and Turkish rice pilaf.

    • L3. Individual Shrimp Kebab $28.95

      Marinated jumbo shrimp, char-grilled with red peppers and onions, served with Turkish rice pilaf.

    • L4. Individual Tilapia $27.95

      Tilapia fillet pan-seared with butter, lemon juice, black pepper, parsley, and salt, served with green salad, Turkish rice pilaf, and lemon–parsley olive oil sauce.

    • L5. Individual Shrimp Casserole $29.95

      Shrimp baked with mushrooms, red pepper, onion, garlic, black pepper, tomato sauce, butter, and salt, topped with melted cheese and served with Turkish rice pilaf.

  • INDIVIDUAL LAMB AND BEEF ENTREES
    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.
    • N1. Individual Gyro (Yaprak Doner) $27.95

      Baby beef marinated with Anatolian spices, salt, and black pepper, slow-roasted on a vertical rotisserie, thinly sliced and served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N2. Individual Lamb Shish Kebab $37.95

      Baby lamb marinated with onion, black pepper, oregano, cumin, salt, olive oil, and red pepper paste, char-grilled and served with Turkish rice pilaf and steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N3. Individual Adana Kebab Lamb $29.95

      Ground lamb blended with onion, red pepper, black pepper, salt, and hot pepper paste, char-grilled on a skewer and served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N4. Individual Grilled Meatballs (Kofte) $28.95

      Char-grilled lamb meatballs blended with parsley, onion, black pepper, cumin, oregano, breadcrumbs, and salt, served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N5. Individual Iskender Kebab $31.95

      Vertically roasted beef gyro served over pita bread with homemade yogurt, topped with tomato sauce and melted butter. Served with grilled tomato and jalapeño pepper.

    • N6. Individual Lamb Shank $38.95

      Special traditional Turkish lamb shank slow-braised for four hours in its own juices, wrapped in fried eggplant, and served with Turkish rice pilaf, grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N7. Individual Beyti Kebab $34.95

      Ground lamb blended with onion, red pepper, black pepper, salt, and hot pepper paste, char-grilled on a skewer, wrapped in Turkish lavash bread and sliced, topped with tomato sauce, and served with homemade yogurt, grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N8. Individual Hunkar Begendi Lamb $39.95

      Chopped baby lamb marinated with onion, black pepper, oregano, cumin, salt, olive oil, and red pepper paste, char-grilled and served over eggplant purée blended with eggplant, milk, water, butter, and black pepper, topped with tomato sauce, and served with sliced tomato and grilled jalapeño pepper.

    • N9. Individual Turkish Dumplings (Manti) $27.95

      Boiled special Turkish dumplings filled with ground beef, black pepper, red pepper, and butter, served over homemade yogurt and topped with red pepper butter sauce, mint, and sumac.

    • N10. Individual Lamb Saute $33.95

      Lamb chunks sautéed with butter, garlic, onion, red pepper, mushrooms, black pepper, salt, fresh tomatoes, and homemade tomato sauce. Served with Turkish rice pilaf.

    • N11. Individual Lamb Chops (Kuzu Pirzola) $39.95

      Baby lamb chops marinated with oregano, black pepper, paprika, salt, and olive oil, char-grilled and served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N12. Ribeye Steak (12Oz) $39.95

      Grilled to perfection and served with Turkish rice pilaf, steamed broccoli, sliced grilled tomato, and jalapeño pepper.

    • N13. Individual Mixed Grilled Kebab $44.95

      A mixed grill selection of chicken shish kebab, lamb shish kebab, lamb chops, grilled meatballs, and gyro kebab, served with grilled vegetables and Turkish rice pilaf.

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