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4,5

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A small and cosy restaurant in the middle of Brighton - although it has to be said it was a little cold inside, could’ve done with the heating being turned on. Anyway, the food was cooked to perfection; the meats in the tagines were juicy and tender and the kofta was perfectly cooked, without being dry. The buttery rice was such a lovely and perfect accompaniment to the dish in the cold water, every mouthful was warming. Dessert could’ve been better; the baklava was too dry and personally not to my liking. But if you like Mint tea, then you’ll love their offering! Served up in authentic crockery with fresh mint leaves, it was the perfect end to a fabulous meal. Highly recommended and will be visiting soon again.

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Starscream . 2024-01-20

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Fantastic food - we had a sharing platter so got a little taste of everything and can't fault one thing we ate. It's also BYOB so bring a bottle of your favourite wine and enjoy!

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Megan Thomas . 2024-01-17

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Amazing!!!!! Fab service especially for big groups - yum yum yum

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Alice Leader . 2023-12-29

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The most wonderful service, food and vibe. The host is amazing and so welcoming! Massive benefit it’s BYOB. Will be coming back - thanks for the free mint tea, that went down very nicely!

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Dylan Jonas . 2023-12-29

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Amazing food and lovely atmosphere. Sabri went out of his way to make a big group of us feel comfortable and well looked after. Would deffo recommend to friends and family - the byob is also a massive plus, on top of the delicious food! Thank you - can’t wait to come again !

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Fleur N'Doye . 2023-12-29

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We had our Christmas group dinner here and was an excellent experience. Sabri is an attentive and friendly host, the food is amazing with great atmosphere. BYOB with no corkage as others have said. Will definitely be back in a smaller (and quieter - sorry Sabri!) group

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Alfie Goldsmith . 2023-12-23

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An unbelievable experience! The waiting staff could not have been more accommodating for us on our pre-Christmas dinner evening meal. There were times where we were overzealous and the waiting staff calmed us down politely. The food was wonderful and there is a reason why we return year on year. Thank you to the floor staff and chefs. We will be back!

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Martin O'Rourke . 2023-12-22

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What a find this restaurant is, it is simply remarkable. Firstly its a BYO restaurant (bring your own bottle, if you want to drink alcohol ), that of course is appealing but it is the service and of course the food that is the star. Sabri the owner is the perfect host, warm, funny and nothing is too much trouble. He and his staff really go out of the way to make you feel at home and to help you with your meal choice. The food itself is wonderful, I went twice in 2 weeks with different friends and everyone said the same. Mouthwatering, amazing food. If you are bringing your own alcohol, Sabri and his staff will provide you with a wine cooler if you need one. The restaurant closes at around 10pm but during the whole evening you are never rushed with anything. I will definitely be going back with more friends in 2024 and can't wait. Well done Sabri and his team. Simply astounding.

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Steve W . 2023-12-18

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What a great restaurant. I booked for a birthday meal and from the moment we arrived we were treated like royalty. We were shown to a beautiful, cosy booth with opulent decor. Our service was so attentive and friendly and the food was standout. Sahara made my night so special - thankyou so much!

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Linsey F . 2023-12-17

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Well well. here we are again monsieur Sabri. Thank you for a fantastic Middle Eastern treat of a Xmas work party. You can be my Santa any day. The food and service was exceptional as bloody usual. THANK YOU FOR SORTING IT ALL!

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Alex W . 2023-12-08

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We had our staff Xmas party, food was delicious, atmosphere was lovely and service was spot on. Thank you for a great evening!

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Panida Staplehurst . 2023-12-08

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Love love love Sahara, not only was the food top tier. The atmosphere, service and overall enjoyment you get from this place cannot be displaced! Please visit and share the love

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Sam Dadd . 2023-12-07

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After reading reviews online Sahara definitely delivered. The downstairs seating area at the back of the restaurant takes you inside a North African eatery, it is beautifully decorated and makes you feel like you are back in Morocco. We had the chicken wings and spicy lamb sausage for starters which were so moreish. For mains we had the sultans mixed kebab and lamb chops - Both were unreal, the meat was soo soft and seasoned beautifully. The Host was also very welcoming. Overall, Sahara is a must if you are looking for a North African experience. We left thinking how impressed we were with the atmosphere and experience.

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MitchC5959 . 2023-12-04

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The best food and service we've had in years. 6 stars. Awesome people, amazing flavours and perfect hosts

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Marty Moreno . 2023-12-03

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Fantastic food and atmosphere! And the staff were very welcoming, attentive and friendly. Highly recommend!

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235tillyr . 2023-11-26

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This must have been the worst couscous I have ever had! I ordered a vegetarian couscous royal was delivered one with all the meat in it! Not just that! There was a spoon hidden under all the food! This was outrageous! Do not order from there!

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Cendrine . 2023-11-24

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What an incredible evening! Right from the start when I was booking the table, the owner Sabri treated me like the most special guest. Nothing was too much and he was so interested about the event, what we were looking for, what he could offer. And boy did he deliver… The atmosphere was so welcoming, the food was absolutely delicious, and the service was so attentive. There’s not one thing I could say to make the experience better. We had the most amazing evening, I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough!! Will definitely be back soon

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DJ_Alpha1 . 2023-11-23

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Amazing food tasted so good and the greatest customer service!! The guy was so accommodating even though we arrived very early!!!

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Noorya N . 2023-11-20

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Very nice throughly enjoyed the food and service. Highly recommend, nice environment. The food was very nice

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Ilsa K . 2023-11-20

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Celebrated my wife’s 50th birthday with family. We had such an amazing time! The atmosphere, food, decor and our host Sabri were just superb! Probably one of the best places in Brighton to celebrate a special occasion (or just casually enjoying great food) Highly recommend!

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LaniJonk . 2023-11-20

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Best Middle Eastern restaurant in Brighton!!! The chicken kabseh was amazing, good vibes. And Mr Silver was the best with customer service ❤️

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Shukriya S . 2023-11-20

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Fantastic first time visit. The service was absolutely fantastic and the food was amazing. This is definitely our date night favourite from here on in!

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Naomi Tribe . 2023-11-18

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Excellent food. Brilliant vegan options. Friendly and welcoming service. Would go again.

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Rana R . 2023-11-05

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Great food and atmosphere. Staff lovely. I would recommend it. BYPB too. The mixed kebab is a great shout. As is the tagine..

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D9310BDdavidh . 2023-11-04

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A restaurant that does it all. Whether you want a cute romatic meal, or a big group meal, Sahara does it all. The food is authentic, tasty and generous! The service is personal and heartfelt. Could not recommend A Taste of Sahara more, my favorite place on an incredible Brighton food scene! Thank you for your beautiful food, ambiance and hospitality!

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Alex W . 2023-11-04

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Loved the grilled seabass. Next time I will go straight to main dish to share and order little side dishes . We ended ordering too much with the mezze for 2 and it had the same patatoes as the fish, and a tagine with couscous . We were 3. The mezze is a bit expensive for what it is Perhaps suits a bigger group although is 2 of each. Good atmosphere, music and service.

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mariaip1 . 2023-11-04

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The owner is a very nice person. He has a very good personality and he is very friendly

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Habib Suleiman . 2023-10-31

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Everything was perfect and the environment was friendly and peaceful

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Muhammad Aminu . 2023-10-31

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Really enjoyed our meal, we had the feast and I was left stuffed at the end! Thoroughly enjoyed the food and service was great, I would return.

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owainwils . 2023-10-29

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Beautiful food, wonderful service.

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Chris DeBanks . 2023-10-25

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We came to Taste of Sahara for a Birthday celebration with a bunch of friends. A delightful evening of great food and lovely service from the friendly and welcoming staff. Very hard to choose from the menus but we all chose well and enjoyed everything from Mezes to tagines and skewers of aromatic meats. We bought wine with us, as you can take your own alcoholic beverages and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Will return again very soon! Many thanks to the management and staff for making this a wonderful evening!

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SharonAquarius . 2023-10-25

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My husband and I wanted a BYO restaurant and found this lovely place. The lamb tagine was excellent and piping hot (I hate lukewarm food), as was the chicken wings starter. Both dishes were full of flavour. Great price and food, thank you.

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Suzy N . 2023-10-23

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What an amazing place! The service was wonderful, we were in a big group and it was flawless. The owner was lovely and nothing was too much of a big deal. The food was delicious and I would strongly recommend to attend this hidden gem!...

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Compass01316707392 . 2023-10-22

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Me and my colleagues had a team meal at Sahara on Friday and it was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Sabri was a great help in organising the meal and he provided photos, menu suggestions and was easily contactable to go through anything. The food was...

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jamesrates . 2023-10-22

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Incredible food service and staff! Highly recommend!

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Briony Packham . 2023-10-21

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Really nice Tagine, the kebabs too are very tasty. Definitely get the Hummus!!!!! So silky and smooth. Very good value, good portion sizes and the service too has been amazing. Will be coming back for sure and recommending!

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Orhan Dag . 2023-10-21

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We had a great evening with a big group of friends! Good was delicious. BYOB made the meal more affordable- you need to bring your own ice (you can buy it from the shop a few metres away). Thanks for a great night!

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HanMoz . 2023-10-21

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The food here is absolutely fantastic, loads of gluten free options, and really generous portion sizes. We could barely manage a dessert but were very glad we did! The staff are also all so lovely!

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Gwilym R . 2023-10-20

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Really delicious food and great service too. I'll definitely be back!

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Paula Newton . 2023-10-15

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I came here to celebrate my 40th birthday because I have been coming here for many years - the food is always amazing and it has a lovely amtmophere. The service is outstanding; Sabri and his team are wonderful, very attentive hosts who always make...

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Lauren S . 2023-10-08

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Wonderful lamb and fish and great service!

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Tater F . 2023-10-07

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Myself and a couple of Pals had a great evening Fri 6th Oct. The service and food from Sabi and his team was excellent ! If you have not tried it , perhaps you should !

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Andy J . 2023-10-07

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Such a great host and great food

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Joel Callaway . 2023-10-07

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Amazing food, great atmosphere and lovely staff! A perfect meal out.

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Zack Busby . 2023-10-06

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Amazing food and fantastic service 👏🏻

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Robert Way . 2023-10-05

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Lovely food. Lamb chops and sea bass was delicious. Such lovely staff. So friendly

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Emmet Leddy . 2023-09-29

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Fantastic food, lovely waitress and Brighton sunshine.

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Tariq Shihaib . 2023-09-25

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Thank you so much to the whole team at Taste of Sahara for such an amazing night! We had the best time and the food was incredible!! Every guest loved it and was super impressed with the quality and quantity of the food and at...

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Naomi Marie L . 2023-09-24

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Went for dinner and the staff were so friendly and attentive and welcoming. I had the chicken tagine and hummus and then wanted the honey pot for dessert but as they didn’t have it they gave me some baklava for free. Such good customer service!

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Georga West . 2023-09-20

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Had a fabulous time here! We were a large group celebrating 2 birthdays and the staff went above and beyond to look after us. Food was incredible, great for veggies and meat eaters!

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jess woodward . 2023-09-18

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Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Perfect place for a large group. Food was excellent. Will be returning

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Alex Finney . 2023-09-18

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We were a fairly large party but the staff didn't let that bother them at all - they were so helpful and friendly with us the whole evening! There was a variety of tasty food available, the portions were huge (which was great in terms of value for money), plus they provided takeaway containers if we couldn't finish. A few members of the party were vegetarians/vegans so they made sure that amongst all the sharing platters there were things we could have which was really appreciated. Will definitely go back, not just for the food but for the atmosphere and people :)

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Emily Allen . 2023-09-17

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Comida y ambiente increíble, pero lo que más nos gustó fue el personal!! Repetiremos sin duda!! Una cosa es que...

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Salmafortea . 2023-09-17

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Vegetarian options very poor, expensive and tasteless. Meat eaters were happy though. I was disappointed.

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Aleyna Akin . 2023-09-16

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Had an amazing birthday dinner here. Sublime! Will be definitely coming back for future celebrations. Food was brilliant and staff really accommodating

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Getaway63833425251 . 2023-09-16

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Everything here was 10/10. The food was delicious (BYOB is a great bonus) and Sabri (the owner) couldn’t do enough for you. He was supported by incredibly lovely, professional staff. Our first time here but will be sure to return. Shukran!

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Lewis Moyle . 2023-09-16

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Delicious!!!! Went all in on the starters, didn’t leave room for main. But still managed to eat it all. Highly recommend. Shout out to Nu-Lu and Asha every time .

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Simplicity . 2023-09-16

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We loved this place! Lovely food - would recommend the mixed mezze to start. The sea bass special was beautifully cooked. Very welcoming and friendly staff, excellent service and great atmosphere. We would definitely go again!

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Rhosyn75 . 2023-09-10

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Atmosphere and waiter was good, kebab meat was smelly and clearly expired, rice was tasteless, poor salad, price was truly not reflective of the food quality served, also an extra 12% service charge! Sorry but wouldn't recommend

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Sofiane Zire . 2023-09-03

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Fabulous food and very hospitable. Definitely come again. Good value too. Byo makes it a good option

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Kerry B . 2023-09-02

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We had a fabulous evening! Sabri and his team are excellent hosts. The food was so tasty and something for everyone. We’ll definitely be back.

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josW6867EM . 2023-09-01

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Excellent authentic food, fantastic food. Five stars 👍

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curlymcdom . 2023-08-29

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Authentic, very cozy. Very good Food and nice Staff

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Klara S. . 2023-08-27

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Beautiful place. Great owner, great food, lovely cozy atmosphere.

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Jonathan Goldson . 2023-08-26

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Very lovely restaurant. Food is amazing!

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Holly Lowe . 2023-08-26

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Lovely food and great customer service!

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Gul Khan . 2023-08-26

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Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Very friendly and polite staff. We will be back :o) Thank you Sabri

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Delphine H . 2023-08-21

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Fantastic night at Sahara amazing food great host and lovely atmosphere can’t wait to go back. Thank you Sabri

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l0uisejc00per . 2023-08-20

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Amazing restaurant, lovely food and ambience! Sabri was super helpful and we all had fantastic time! I highly recommend this place.

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Anna S . 2023-08-16

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Amazing food and very friendly service. Would definitely recommend! Chokran :)

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wout van der kemp . 2023-08-15

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We visited Taste of Sahara with a group of 14. We had a feast of everything on the menu. The food was delicious and the service brilliant. Sabri gave his personal attention to every one of us and he is a really friendly and accommodating...

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Gary S . 2023-08-13

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Genuinely among the best Moroccan food I’ve had. Hospitality top notch too - a delight :)

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Thomas Fogarty . 2023-08-11

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Ottima cena, servizio accurato e tanta gentilezza. Ristorante arredato con gusto e semplicità, cucina speziata come da tradizione araba. Consigliatissimo

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Alice D.F. . 2023-08-10

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Had some amazing food with great service! Especially the Baclava!

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Leigh Page . 2023-08-06

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If you are in the mood for authentic homemade north african food come to this restaurant! Even their kebabs are special. The portions are perfect and their starter are great. The service is phenomenal and the atmosphere is great. The decorations and music make the meal that much more enjoyable.

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triggernugget . 2023-08-03

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هذا المطعم لعشاق الطاجن والكسكسي! مذاق مميز وطبخ بيتي لذيذ وصحي ونظيف حتى مشاويهم فنااانة ..الجو ممتع وأم كلثوم زادته جمال ورومانسية .. لا يفوتكم وان شاء الله سنعود له مرة ثانية.

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Hany Niazy . 2023-08-03

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The spot provided great Mediterranean food, the service was excellent. Atmosphere was excellent with traditional Mediterranean music in the background.

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Shaymau H . 2023-07-29

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Dinner with business partner who is also my wife. Excellent food, great service and wonderful company. Just remember BYOB - there are local shops for a last minute purchase. The Mezze starter was very big. I’ve a big appetite and I couldn’t finish it and...

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CarParkAndy . 2023-07-28

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Amazing food, excellent service, a genuinely enjoyable experience would recommend to anyone looking for delicious food and a great atmosphere 5/5

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Wander18330162541 . 2023-07-28

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Amazing food, great atmosphere & very attentive owner. Felt like valued customers from the moment we sat down. Not to mention the delicious afters, quality all the way.

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Anthony M . 2023-07-27

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A lovely meal and a very warm and friendly welcome. I will definitely be back.

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Dawn Dyason . 2023-07-27

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My husband and I went for lunch today at this wonderful Lebanese restaurant. The waiter was so lovely morning. The food was amazing 100% recommended

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RonnieAntoniou . 2023-07-22

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What a smashing restaurant. Slightly away from the madness of the city centre so something of a hidden gem. Really good food & very efficient friendly service. Will return for sure the next time we visit Brighton

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markjF3226HN . 2023-07-22

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Another fantastic meal. We had the meze starter, lamb tagine and the special, a whole grilled sea bass with salad and spicy potatoes. The owner is a knowledgeable and lovely host and we look forward to returning.

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marmite682022 . 2023-07-21

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The highest service I ever paid in Brighton! 12% of the meal price which was too high.

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N ALZAHRANI . 2023-07-17

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Sahara was where my niece had her wedding event. It was an excellent choice as the restaurant was spacious, the staff were friendly and the food delicious. Sahara's portions were generous and competitively priced. We chose to have Sahara's Meze, which is a selection of...

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Hassan K . 2023-07-15

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Brilliant place. The food was fantastic and the staff were great. Very affordable too. Definitely recommend this place. 5 stars

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Cara S . 2023-07-15

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A lovely venue with friendly staff and excellent food. Recommend the tagine, samosas and the chocolate and raspberry tart!

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Mark W . 2023-07-11

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I got the fresh fish if you go you absolutely have to get it, it's genuinely some of the best fish I've ever had. I'm here for 2 days and I'm definitely going back tomorrow to try the tagine. Owner is a lovely guy as...

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Mazdak K . 2023-07-11

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Great atmosphere in this lovely restaurant - we booked after seeing reviews online and we’re so glad we went. The food tasted so fresh and delicious - we shared falafel for starter, then had a mixed kebab each and shared bread. Everything was great portions and the staff were so friendly! It was BYOB which we liked, would highly recommend

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Rhian Berry . 2023-07-09

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Last visit in 2012 It was a fantastic restaurant I hope to come back soon

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Dr. Abdulrahman Abuhabshah . 2023-07-08

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Great couscous.. I specially recommend the moroccan sausage because it’s just delicious, cooked to perfection and well-seasoned.. The ambience is also lovely..

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Nermeen Yousri . 2023-07-04

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My partner decided to take me here to celebrate my new job. As I am North African, he thought I'd enjoy it. We ordered our food, and then were told we have to pay cash. Had we known this before ordering, I would have told my partner let's go elsewhere. The food arrived. The salad tasted and looked as though it had been made about 5 hours before. The rice and Kofta were bland. My partner had to leave me and go to the ATM to withdraw some cash in order to pay. When the bill arrived, my partner tried to pay and the waiter said we have no change. So my partner had to either go to the shop and get change or give them £16 extra. This is most likely a tax evasion tactic, and a way to get more money out of customers by claiming to have no change. Was very poor service and food. I would not recommend.

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Ayshea Hales . 2023-07-01

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The best and only North African restaurant in town. The couscous royal was authentic and delicious and I’m still dreaming of the fabulous olive tagine. Thank you Sabry for welcoming us like home.

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Sarah Ben . 2023-06-28

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Lovely food, with a good selection of Middle Eastern dishes. Service was quick and very friendly. You have to take your own alcohol but they will provide glasses. Would happily go again next time we are in Brighton.

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JamSardine . 2023-06-24

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Absolutely delicious. As a Lebanese I can say this is very authentic food! I took my partner here to try Arabic food for the first time and he absolutely loved it! Will come again!

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Houda A . 2023-06-16

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17 of us girls for a hen do dinner & it was lovely! This restaurant is beautiful, you feel like you’re in Morocco! The food is absolutely delicious & the staff are lovely. They even let us decorate! Would definitely recommend.

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Rebecca M . 2023-06-12

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Pathetic Service ! Food wasn’t good aswell! Waste of money!

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Raja Ali . 2023-06-07

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Another visit to Sahara for fantastic, authentic quality food. Lovely staff who take care of you and will go the extra mile. This place has an excellent atmosphere and a lovely menu. Thank you. Can’t wait to visit again soon!

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LondonUK200 . 2023-05-31

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Paid £50 for two people to go hungry and have to buy McDonald’s. Polite service but it’s like putting lipstick on a pig.

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Maaz Malik . 2023-05-31

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