Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:00 AM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Pasadena: 8:32 AM (PST). Holiday hours may differ – call (626) 795-6900 to confirm.
Location & directions
2226 East Colorado BoulevardPasadena, CA 91107
About Sahara
Looking for a Middle Eastern restaurant in Pasadena? Sahara is at 2226 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, California. It's part of our guide to 434 restaurants, cafes and bars in Pasadena.
Sahara is open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM (closed Sunday). Note that it closes between lunch and dinner service on 6 days of the week.
Available service options are takeout, delivery, and dine-in.
For questions or orders, call (626) 795-6900.
Quick facts
- Category
- Middle Eastern Restaurant
- Address
- 2226 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107
- Phone
- (626) 795-6900
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM (closed Sunday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Middle Eastern restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Sahara’s weekday schedule with 31 other Middle Eastern restaurants in California. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 8:30 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 46 hours a week, 23 hours fewer than the local median of 69. 84% of Middle Eastern restaurants in California open on Sundays; Sahara does not.
Compared with 31 other Middle Eastern restaurants in California that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Middle Eastern restaurants in California
Based on 14 menus with 773 priced items from Middle Eastern restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $13.00, and half of all items are priced between $7.00 and $21.00.
We don’t have Sahara’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Middle Eastern restaurants in California typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hummus | 64% | $9.00 |
| Baklava | 64% | $4.49 |
| Lentil Soup | 50% | $9.55 |
| Greek Salad | 43% | $12.50 |
| Falafel Salad | 36% | $17.99 |
| Yogurt Drink | 36% | $3.99 |
| Falafel | 36% | $7.99 |
| Baba Ganoush | 29% | $12.04 |
Calculated from 14 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Sahara there are 19 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 59 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (11), Burgers & Fast Food (10), Mexican & Tex-Mex (6), and Japanese & Sushi (5).
Sahara is the only Middle Eastern restaurant within a mile (2 within three miles). The next closest is New York Chicken & Gyro, 1.5 mi away.
23 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeRosebud Coffee< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsWild Parrot Brewing Company< 0.1 mi
- Asian & PacificThe Flame Broiler0.1 mi
- VietnamesePasadena Noodle & Grill0.1 mi
- SeafoodBay Poke0.2 mi
What to expect at a Middle Eastern restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Sahara's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM (closed Sunday). Monday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Sahara open on Sunday?
No, Sahara is closed on Sundays.
Where is Sahara located?
Sahara is located at 2226 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107.
What is the phone number of Sahara?
You can call Sahara at (626) 795-6900.
Does Sahara offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Sahara offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, delivery, and dine-in.
Is Sahara open late?
No, Sahara usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Sahara?
There are 59 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Sahara. Nearby options include Rosebud Coffee (< 0.1 mi), Wild Parrot Brewing Company (< 0.1 mi), and The Flame Broiler (0.1 mi).
Are there other Middle Eastern restaurants near Sahara?
None within a mile. The closest is New York Chicken & Gyro, 1.5 mi away.
How much do Middle Eastern restaurants in California cost?
Based on 14 menus with 773 priced items from Middle Eastern restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $13.00, and half of all items are priced between $7.00 and $21.00.
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