Located close to campus, in the Fort Sanders area, stands a hole-in-the-wall restaurant that at a quick glance would be easy to pass by. However, if you were to stop and go in, you would be treated to some amazing Mediterranean and Indian cuisine, as well as friendly employees who are there to make sure you enjoy your meal. Sahara Mediterranean Grill is a great place for you and your friends to pick up a bite to eat whether you just got out of class or if you want some food for a study session.
No one wants to eat at a restaurant where the employees don’t want to help you, but this is not the case for Sahara. In fact, their employees were very kind, and were always there to answer any questions customers had about the menu. The employees also greeted customers when they walked in, and wished them a good day when they left. It’s Sahara’s great personal experience that plays an important part in making the restaurant worth revisiting.
As the name suggests Sahara has an impressive menu featuring classic dishes from Mediterranean and Indian cultures. They have appetizers that should not be passed up, such as falafel, which are warm and tender like they should be, and grape leaves, which are a good choice for the adventurous eater that wants to try something different. The appetizer menu also features Mediterranean staples such as hummus and baba ghanoush that are definitely worth a try.
Once you’re ready to move on to the main course, Sahara has great dishes such as kabobs, that make for a simple but delicious meal, and shawarma wraps that, from personal experience, are highly recommended. If you’re looking for Indian inspired dishes, Sahara also offers specialties such as chicken tikka masala, which is a great choice if you want something different, but not completely out of the box. The chicken vindaloo is comprised of chicken and potatoes in hot sauce, and that description alone made my mouth water. The possibility of choosing the wrong dish is highly unlikely, and after one taste, you’re sure to return.
For all the vegetarians out there, Sahara has plenty of options for you too. They offer vegetarian options of Mediterranean and Indian foods that are sure to be just as great as the rest of their menu. Choices such as mujadara and vegetable masala are among the most notable. Additionally, Sahara has several salad and soup options for the health-conscious eater or someone trying to eat on the lighter side.
Sahara also has daily specials and desserts that sound appetizing. One chef’s special worth noting was the lamb shanks that, for anyone who has not tried lamb before, should try at least once in their life. The desserts attract the eye because of their location on the counter, and they look sweet and savory if you are looking for something of that nature. Needless to say, Sahara has plenty of options for all kinds of eaters.
Sahara also has takeout options, so you can show up, pay, and be on your way to a delicious meal wherever you are going. Sahara also offers food delivery through the online ordering service, GrubHub. With these kinds of options, there is no reason you should miss out on some tasty Mediterranean and Indian food.
Overall, Sahara has a variety of dishes and ways to get your meal. So, no matter your schedule or taste, Sahara is a great choice for lunch or dinner, and they will certainly please you with whatever you choose. Sahara is located at 609 James Agee St. in the Fort Sanders area, and they are open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Sahara offers an extensive menu featuring classic dishes from Mediterranean and Indian cultures.
