Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit

4.1(621)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 621 reviews (Google rating)Middle Eastern Restaurant$$ Brush Park
Closed · opens 11:00 AM

Quick facts

Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit is a middle eastern restaurant at 77 W Columbia St in Detroit, MI, open daily from 11:00 AM. Call +1313-888-9909 for details.

Address
77 W Columbia St, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone
+1313-888-9909
Hours today
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Price
$$

About Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit

Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit, at 77 W Columbia St in Detroit, MI, serves Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food, with vegan and vegetarian options alongside small plates and comfort food. Sahara’s history in Michigan dates to 1981. This women-owned restaurant offers lunch, dinner and late-night food in a casual, cozy setting, with table service and outdoor seating. The onsite bar serves beer, wine, liquor and cocktails, including happy-hour drinks; live music and sports viewing are also part of the offerings.

The restaurant welcomes families, groups and solo diners, and accepts reservations. A children’s menu and high chairs are available, while dogs are allowed outside. Guests can dine in or use takeout, curbside pickup and delivery, and catering is offered for events. The entrance, seating, restroom and parking include wheelchair-accessible features. Parking options include paid street parking, a paid lot and valet service. On Google, Sahara has a 4.1 rating from 621 reviews.

Known for

  • Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food
  • Vegan and vegetarian options
  • Cocktails and happy-hour drinks
  • Live music and sports viewing
  • Outdoor seating with dogs allowed

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Had a reservation for 5:30 and were there on time. Took walk ins before they even sat us. After sitting us, two tables who were sat after us got bottled water, bread, beets. We still waited for another 25 min with no one acknowledging us…”

    — Jay Jr Patel, September 13, 2026 · google

  • “Three friends and I went here yesterday for dinner. Food was amazing. Service was… less so. My biggest shock came later though when realizing that our small party of four had gratuity added to our bill without us being told by our server…”

    — Caileigh Grant, September 12, 2026 · google

  • “Extremely slow waiting for food for lingggg time and terrible service times.”

    — AMAZON AMAZON, August 29, 2026 · google

  • “Atmosphere is great and the service was decent considering the time of night. The food was just okay, not overly impressive. The fried Kibble was cold in the center, the tabbouli Was over powered by lemon and mother else. Thr bread was …”

    — John Ormsby, August 29, 2026 · google

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Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit — frequently asked

Is Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit open on Mondays?
Yes — Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit is open Monday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Where is Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit?
Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit is at 77 W Columbia St, Detroit, MI 48201.
How expensive is Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit?
Google lists Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit in the $$ price range for middle eastern restaurants in Detroit, MI.
What is the phone number for Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit?
You can reach Sahara Restaurant & Bar, District Detroit on +1313-888-9909.