Sahara's Turkish Cuisine
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Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

Dinner, Healthy
513 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10016
(212) 532-7589
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Dinner Special

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

$38.95

M1. Chicken Shish Kebab

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

$25.95 +

Gyro Wrap

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

$15.95

DINNER SPECIAL

Dinner Special

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

$38.95

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

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.)

$42.95

Sahara's Home Night Spacial

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.

$65.95

LUNCH SPECIAL

Lunch Special

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

$24.95

Lunch Special with Beer or Wine

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)

$29.75

COLD APPETIZERS

G1. Hummus

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

$11.95 +

G2. Lebni (Haydari)

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

$12.95 +

G3. Soslu Patlican (Shakshuka)

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

$13.95 +

G4. Babaganoush

Smokey eggplant pur��e blended with tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.

$12.95 +

G5. Smoked Eggplant Salad

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

$12.95 +

G6. Ezme

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

$12.95 +

G7. Tabbouleh

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

$12.95 +

G8. Cacik (Tzatziki)

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

$11.95 +

G9. Stuffed Grape Leaves

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

$14.95 +

G10. Cig Kofte (Raw Vegetarian Meatballs)

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.

$15.95

G11. Cold Meze Trio

Choose any three cold appetizers.

$14.95 +

G12. Mixed Cold Meze Platter

Selection of all cold meze, small portions.

$25.95 +

HOT APPETIZERS

H1. Falafel

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.

$12.95 +

H2. Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver)

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.

$14.95 +

H3. Cheese Pastries (Sigara Boregi)

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.

$13.95

H4. Pastrami Cigars (Pacanga Boregi)

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.

$15.95

H5. Calf Liver (Arnavut Cigeri)

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.

$17.95 +

H6. Fried Calamari

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

$17.95 +

SOUPS

S1. Red Lentil Soup

Pur��e 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.

$11.95 +

S2. Chicken Vegetable Soup

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

$14.95 +

SALADS

J1. Small Shepherd Salad

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

$13.95 +

J1. Large Shepherd Salad

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

$21.95 +

J2. Small Mediterranean Salad

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

$13.95 +

J2. Large Mediterranean Salad

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

$21.95 +

J3. Piyaz Salad

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

$14.95 +

J4. Aegean Salad

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

$15.95 +

J5. Dry Fig Salad

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

$17.95 +

J6. Seafood Salad

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

$19.95 +

VEGETARIAN ENTREES

K1. Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver) Dinner

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.

$22.95 +

K2. Falafel Dinner

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).

$19.95 +

K3. Vegetable Casserole

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

$22.95 +

K4. Baby Okra (Bamya)

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

$19.95 +

POULTRY ENTREES

M1. Chicken Shish Kebab

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

$25.95 +

M2. Adana Kebab Chicken

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, jalape��o pepper, and grilled tomato.

$27.95 +

M3. Hunkar Begendi Chicken

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

$32.95 +

M4. Grilled Chicken Wings

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.

$29.95 +

M5. Chicken Chops

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

$29.95 +

M6. Chicken Sautee

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

$30.95 +

SEAFOOD ENTREES

L1. Branzino (Sea Bass/ Levrek)

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

$34.95 +

L2. Salmon

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

$29.95 +

L3. Shrimp Kebab

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

$28.95 +

L4. Tilapia

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.

$27.95 +

L5. Shrimp Casserole

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.

$29.95 +

LAMB & BEEF ENTREES

N1. Gyro (Yaprak Doner)

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 jalape��o pepper.

$27.95 +

N2. Lamb Shish Kebab

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 jalape��o pepper.

$37.95 +

N3. Adana Kebab Lamb

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 jalape��o pepper.

$29.95 +

N4. Grilled Meatballs (Kofte)

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 jalape��o pepper.

$28.95 +

N5. Iskender Kebab

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

$31.95 +

N6. Lamb Shank

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 jalape��o pepper.

$38.95 +

N7. Beyti Kebab

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 jalape��o pepper.

$34.95 +

N8. Hunkar Begendi Lamb

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

$39.95 +

N9. Turkish Dumplings (Manti)

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.

$27.95 +

N10. Individual Lamb Saute

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

$33.95 +

N11. Lamb Chops (Kuzu Pirzola)

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 jalape��o pepper.

$39.95 +

N12. Ribeye Steak (12 Oz)

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

$41.95 +

N13. Mixed Grilled Kebab

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.

$44.95 +

WRAPS

Vegetable Wrap

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

$13.95

Falafel Wrap

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

$13.95

Adana Chicken Wrap

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

$14.95

Chicken Shish Wrap

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

$14.95

Adana Lamb Wrap

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

$15.95

Gyro Wrap

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

$15.95

Lamb Shish Wrap

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

$17.95

Meatball Wrap (Kofte)

Meatballs wrapped with mixed greens in a tortilla shell.

$15.95

Cig Kofte (Raw Vegetarian Meatballs) Wrap

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.

$13.95

DESSERTS

R1. Turkish Baklava Plate

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.

$9.95 +

R2. Rice Pudding (Sutlac)

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

$11.95 +

R3. Milk Custard

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

$11.95 +

R4. Kunefe

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

$14.95 +

R5. Pistachio Katmer (Fistikli Katmer)

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.

$14.95 +

R6. Dubai Chocolate

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

$12.95 +

R7. Maras Ice Cream

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

$11.95

R8. Cold Baklava

Pistachio baklava topped with milk and cocoa on top.

$12.95 +

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

Signature Turkish Buffet (A)

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

$25.00

Turkish Buffet Royale (B)

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.

$29.00

Light Turkish/Mediterranean Buffet (C)

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

$21.00

Turkish/Mediterranean Vegetarian Buffet (D)

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

$20.00

�� 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.

$50.00 +

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.

$60.00 +

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.

$60.00 +

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.

$150.00 +

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.

$180.00 +

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.

$240.00 +

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.

$260.00 +

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.

$60.00 +

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.

$20.00 +

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.

$40.00 +

Beer Caterings

One bottle of beer per person.

$50.00 +

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.

$100.00 +

Wrap Caterings

$150.00 +

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)

$0.00

B12. Orange Juice

$4.95

B13. Pinapple Juice

$4.95

B14. Small Bottled Water

$3.95

2-Liter Coke

Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

$6.95

2-Liter Diet Coke

Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

$6.95

1.5 Liter Water

Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

$5.95

2-Liter Ginger Ale

Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

$6.95

2-Liter Sprite

$6.95

RED WINES

Cabernet Savignon VIGNOBLES VELLAS France (RED)

Best of Vignobles Vellas Cuv��e Prestige 99 Blend ��dition Limiit��e

$15.00 +

Malbec LE REVEIL France (RED)

match made in heaven with lamb and chicken dishes

$12.00 +

Syrah & Kalecik Karasi MAJESTIK SERIES Turkey (RED)

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

$13.00 +

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

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.

$45.00

Syrah SEVILEN Turkey (RED)

a wine that showcases one of Turkey's hidden gems

$50.00

Kalecik Karas�� SEVILEN CLASSIC Turkey (RED)

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.

$58.00

Chianti TENUTA OCCHINI Italy (RED)

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

$55.00

Bogazkere-Okuzgozu SEVILEN Turkey (RED)

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

$46.00

Bo��azkere KAYRA VINTAGE Turkey (RED)

Having a smooth finish and well-processed tannins, this wine with a fruity flavor reflects the potential of ancient Turkish Bo��azkere 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.

$45.00

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

100 years anniversary product of Federico De Cerchio family

$65.00

Okuzgozu KAYRA VERSUS Turkey (RED)

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.

$80.00

Syrah & Merlot PREMIUM Turkey (RED)

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

$80.00

Bogazkere TELLUS BAGLARI Turkey (RED)

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

$55.00

Sangiovese ILARIA Italy (RED)

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

$98.00

Sangiovese METE TOSCANA Italy (RED)

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

$150.00

Syrah CENTUM Turkey (RED)

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

$120.00

Okuzgozu & Karecik Karasi PRODOM Turkey (RED)

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

$70.00

Syrah & Petit Verdot PRODOM TELLUS BAGLARI Turkey (RED)

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

$65.00

Syrah & Petit Verdot & Caberbet Franc PRODOM Turkey (RED)

beautiful, velvety tannins are accompanied by a long fish

$80.00

Cabernet Sauvignon ASHK Turkey (RED)

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

$46.00

Pinot Noir THERESA NOELLE ESTATE California (RED)

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

$80.00

WHITE WINES

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.

$13.00 +

PRIME ETRUSCAN Turkey (ROSE)

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

$12.00 +

Kalecik Karasi & Calkarasi AEGEAN SUNSET Turkey (ROSE)

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

$45.00

Sauvignon Blanc & Sultaniye MAJESTIK Turkey (WHITE)

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

$12.00 +

Sauvignon Blanc CATCH AND RELEASE France (WHITE)

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

$12.00 +

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.

$15.00 +

Pinot Grigio ANTONIO FACCHIN France (WHITE)

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.

$45.00

Chablis MAISON GAUTHERIN France (WHITE)

outstanding elegance, fruity exquisite favors, nothing but quality

$85.00

Chardonnay DOMAINE VALJULIUS France (WHITE)

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

$45.00

Sauvignon Blanc ISABEY Turkey (WHITE)

BEST 100 Wines in the World "Financial Times"

$65.00

CRAFT & DOMESTIC BEERS

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.

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

$14.95

Natural Raw Honey 16oz.

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

$24.95

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

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.

$19.95

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

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.

$19.59

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

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.

$10.95

Medium Frame Comb Honey (Approximately 4lb.)

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

$69.95

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

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.

$19.95

FULL BAR

Cocktail

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

$10.00 +

Shot

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

$8.00 +

Single (3oz.)

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

$10.00 +

Double (4oz.)

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

$14.00 +

TURKISH RAKI

D1. Yeni Raki

$10.00 +

D2. Yeni Raki Uzun Demleme

$13.00 +

D3. Yeni Raki Ustalarin Karisimi

$13.00 +

D4. Tekirdag Raki

$10.00 +

D5. Tekirdag Raki Altin Serisi

$13.00 +

BREAKFAST

Sahara's Mediterranean Turkish Breakfast

$19.95

PREFIXED CATERING PACKAGES

Signature Turkish Buffet (A)

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.

$25.00

Turkish Buffet Royale (B)

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.

$29.00

Light Turkish/Mediterranean Buffet (C)

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

$21.00

Turkish/Mediterranean Vegetarian Buffet (D)

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

$20.00

LUNCH SPECIAL

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

$24.95

DINNER SPECIAL

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

$38.95

�� LA CARTE CATERING MENU

Cold Appetizer Caterings

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.

$5.00 +

Hot Appetizer

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.

$6.00

Salads

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.

$6.00

Vegetarian Entrees

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.

$15.00

Poultry Meals

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.

$18.00

Seafood

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.

$24.00

Lamb and Beef Entrees

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.

$26.00

Dessert

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.

$6.00

Baverages

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

$2.00

Sides

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.

$3.00

Beer

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.

$6.00

Wine

Choose one option

$10.00

INDIVIDUAL LUNCH SPECIAL

Individual Lunch Special

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

$24.95

CATERING DRINKS

Soft Drink

$3.00

Orange Juice

$5.00

2-Liter Coke

Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

$8.00

2-Liter Diet Coke

Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

$8.00

2-Liter Ginger Ale

Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

$8.00

1,5 Liter Water

Recommended for caterings, comes with plastic cups.

$7.00

INDIVIDUAL COLD APPETIZERS

G1. Individual Hummus

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

$11.95 +

G2. Individual Lebni

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

$12.95 +

G3. Individual Soslu Patlican (Shakshuka)

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

$13.95

G4. Individual Babaganoush

Smokey eggplant pur��e blended with tahini, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.

$12.95

G5. Individual Smoked Eggplant Salad

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

$12.95

G6. Individual Ezme

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

$12.95 +

G7. Individual Tabbouleh

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

$12.95 +

G8. Individual Cacik (Tzatziki)

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

$11.95 +

G9. Individual Stuffed Grape Leaves

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

$14.95 +

G10. Individual Cig Kofte

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.

$15.95

G11. Individual Cold Meze Trio

Choose any three cold appetizers.

$14.95 +

Individual Mixed Cold Meze Platter

Selection of all cold meze, small portions.

$25.95 +

INDIVIDUAL HOT APPETIZERS

H1. Individual Falafel

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.

$12.95 +

H2. Individual Zucchini Pancakes (Mucver)

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.

$14.95

H3. Individual Cheese Pastries

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.

$13.95

H4. Individual Pastrami Cigars

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.

$15.95

H5. Individual Calf Liver (Arnavut Cigeri)

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.

$17.95

H6. Individual Fried Calamari

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

$17.95 +

INDIVIDUAL SALADS

J1. Individual Small Shepherd Salad

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

$13.95

J1. Individual Large Shepherd Salad

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

$21.95 +

J2. Individual Small Mediterranean Salad

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

$13.95 +

J2. Individual Large Mediterranean Salad

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

$19.95 +

J3. Individual Piyaz Salad

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

$14.95 +

J4. Individual Aegean Salad

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

$15.95 +

J5. Individual Dry Fig Salad

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

$17.95 +

J6. Individual Seafood Salad

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

$24.95

INDIVIDUAL SOUPS

S1. Individual Red Lentil Soup

Pur��e 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.

$11.95 +

S2. Individual Chicken Vegetable Soup

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

$14.95 +

INDIVIDUAL POULTRY ENTREES

M1. Individual Chicken Shish Kebab Entree

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

$25.95

M2. Individual Adana Kebab Chicken

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, jalape��o pepper, and grilled tomato.

$27.95

M3. Individual Hunkar Begendi Chicken

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

$32.95

M4. Individual Grilled Chicken Wings

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.

$29.95

M5. Individual Chicken Chops

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

$29.95

M6. Individual Chicken Saute

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

$30.95

INDIVIDUAL SEAFOOD ENTREES

L1. Individual Branzino (Sea Bass/ Levrek)

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

$34.95 +

L2. Individual Salmon

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

$29.95 +

L3. Individual Shrimp Kebab

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

$28.95

L4. Individual Tilapia

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.

$27.95 +

L5. Individual Shrimp Casserole

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.

$29.95 +

INDIVIDUAL LAMB AND BEEF ENTREES

N1. Individual Gyro (Yaprak Doner)

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 jalape��o pepper.

$27.95 +

N2. Individual Lamb Shish Kebab

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 jalape��o pepper.

$37.95

N3. Individual Adana Kebab Lamb

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 jalape��o pepper.

$29.95

N4. Individual Grilled Meatballs (Kofte)

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 jalape��o pepper.

$28.95

N5. Individual Iskender Kebab

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

$31.95 +

N6. Individual Lamb Shank

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 jalape��o pepper.

$38.95

N7. Individual Beyti Kebab

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 jalape��o pepper.

$34.95

N8. Individual Hunkar Begendi Lamb

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

$39.95

N9. Individual Turkish Dumplings (Manti)

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.

$27.95 +

N10. Individual Lamb Saute

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

$33.95

N11. Individual Lamb Chops (Kuzu Pirzola)

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 jalape��o pepper.

$39.95

N12. Ribeye Steak (12Oz)

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

$39.95

N13. Individual Mixed Grilled Kebab

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.

$44.95
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About Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

  • 513 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10016
  • Dinner, Healthy, Lunch Specials, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Must Try, Salads, Turkish, Vegetarian, Wraps
  • (212) 532-7589
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