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    Sahara Cafe

    4.7 (54 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Combo plate - lack of meat
    Ryan T.

    For a 16.99 combo plate, you would think you would get a little more meat. About 2 pounds of rice though. The gyro is not the typical rotisserie style and more of a beef patty. Maybe I'm used to Greek food in my home state, but this was very disappointing.

    Gyro plate with 2 sides and a sauce. Big enough for two!
    Mary C.

    If you are like me and want healthy food on the go try Sahara Cafe. Fast, friendly service and fresh food prepared when you order! Lunch specials if you show up before 3:00 p.m. Indoor and outdoor seating, clean environment lots of options. There are plenty of tables that are actually clean and a nice modern atmosphere. Easy menu on the wall with photos so you can place your order at the counter. We actually ordered one plate which comes with two sides and a sauce. The gyro/chicken, humus, pita and we paid a little extra for the Greek fries, it's worth $2.99. It was plenty of food for two! The proof is in the photos!

    Chicken platter with hummus and Greek salad
    Shalin P.

    Sahara is in a small strip mall on North Point. It took over the old House of Hummus spot. I've been here a few times, and the food is always great. I especially love the chicken shawarma and the falafel. The pita, Greek salad, and hummus are also worth checking out. The owners are super nice and will help you if you need guidance.

    Nuked packaged gyro!
    Douglaa B.

    How this place is in business is crazy. The gyro meat I presliced microwave crap with zero flavor. They do NOT cook or make anything fresh here. Now I know why it was empty for lunch!

    Beef & Lamb Gyro Salad along with Chicken Shawarma plate

    Wow wow wow!!! I was in the mood for Mediterranean food and couldn't have picked a better place! Food was phenomenal and service was great. The owner Yusra was incredible with us explaining the menu and making sure we were happy with the quality of the food. Great to see an owner that cares so much! Will definitely come back. Five !

    Gyro wrap
    Orlando B.

    Ran into a little gem while on errands in Alpharetta. This place had great Mediterranean fare. Everything was made fresh from the wonderful soup to the great gyro wraps. Will definitely hit this spot on the regular when in area.

    Chicken shawarma plate with humus and Greek salad
    Hannah H.

    Two things I have never had at Sahara Cafe - a bad meal, or bad service. Coming from a Lebanese household, my family can be harsh critics of Mediterranean food. But this place has quickly become our favorite spot in town. The owners and staff are always quick to strike up a conversation and deliver some of the most flavorful and fresh food I've had in the area.

    Gluten free chicken shawarma wrap (yes this wrap is GF) with falafel sampler.
    Shan S.

    One of the best shawarma places in alpharetta. This is where the old house of hummus was off of northpoint pkwy. They still do a ton of gluten free including pita. The falafel was outstanding. The salad dressing is unreal and very home made! The lady who owns it is so nice and kind and takes great care of everyone. The food is just awesome. Don't miss the braised lamb!

    As they make the food order. One at a time, as ordered.

    always freshly cooked food. Done onsite with outstanding prices and customer service.

    Chicken Shawarma with rice, hummus, and cucumber, tomato salad
    Dave A.

    One of our favorite places for Persian food. The best hummus, chicken Shawarma, Greek salad, and tomatoes and cucumber salad. Never disappoints!! It's a neighborhood gem. Nice and clean restaurant---and the service is always great and accommodating.

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    Food is always excellent, big portions and believe me, it's one of the best Mediterranean restaurants around!

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    amazing authentic food and great service!! my family loves coming here time and time again. chicken souvlaki is to die for.

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