Marcella Edwards

Sahara East is a great place to go if you're looking for that chill, non-stuffy vibe. The food and drinks were amazing. And the service was kind, caring and fast. I had the Lamb Shawarma, and it was so good. I wasn't a fan of hummus, but Sahara East has changed my mind completely. My husband and I do plan to visit again.

Rahel Nuguse

The service was great, our server came around many times to check on the hookah. There was a lot of seating, and the setting was as definitely a vibe. We had a large group and were all comfortable. The drinks and good were good. We will definitely be back.

Naniaka Camara

Where to start the vibe was very nice and the place was very aesthetically pleasing.Good music, food and the drinks were not watered down. Our server was very attentive and tended to our needs. There was no wait and no reservation needed. I will definitely be back here and 10/10 recommend. Try the lamb chops they are Bomb. The blue mist hookah was strong and lasted a long time. Come to this spot with your girls or for a calm date night.

Mia

Found this place on google maps and had to check it out! The decor inside is cute.. but that’s the patio and it’s hot in the summer…Obviously. They do put really big fans in front of your table. I just wanna notate that because next time I will sit on the AC inside because I can catch really bad headaches if I sit in heat too long. I feel like you’re at an Egyptian mom’s house here. You get mismatched utensils, the cups are different sizes when you get a refill lol, but.. Service was great! Very attentive. The Hookah is really good and you don’t wait so long for hot coal refill. The food is SO GOOD! I mean really good!! I loved my kofta platter. The meat tastes so good and seasoned. The lamb sliders were 12/10. I mean delicious. I loved the platter because you get salad and a side of hummus and grilled veggies and a few pieces of pita with your protein choice. Great plate! The fresh lemonade is so refreshing. I had a great first visit. Great food and hookah all in one. Only thing I don’t care for the music choices. Would’ve preferred maybe Arabic music or a different type of American music. It was too raunchy with curses. Still I give 5 stars!! And will be back! Oh and the nice guy gave us a few pieces of baklava on the house when we ordered tea. Thank you!

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K E

Came here on a whim. I'm glad I did. Turkish coffee may be the best I've had, and the hookah is great too. The thing that really stood out on top of that was how clean it was. Came in when it was slow and they were cleaning ever cleaning every surface, even the fans. I was super impressed with the attention to detail. Also, I love that the music wasn't extremely loud, like most hookah lounges. Will be back.

Isis Brown

This was my first time here and the customer service was GREAT. There were over 10 flavors of hookah and I couldn’t decide on which flavor to get. I asked the worker George to give me a flavor he liked. George was more than helpful with picking the flavor of hookah for me.

Yung Ssfe

Sahara East is an esteemed dining destination, distinguished by its exquisite gastronomic offerings and an extensive selection of hookah flavors. The establishment prides itself on providing a capacious and tastefully designed environment, ensuring an unparalleled dining experience for patrons to relish their delectable cuisine in utmost comfort and style.

Pegah Alipoormolabashi

We had a great time at this place! Food was delicious and the portions were generous. They mixed hookah flavors for us and they were very nice.

Pilar Johnson

Arrived around 10:30 on a Wednesday night and stayed until 2 just talking because the vibe is so easy. Hookah was very good quality but the service is upsettingly slow. Everything I had to go find the server to ask for - water, if we can order, if we can have the check and then to give the check. Wasn’t a busy night either. We ordered food, tea and hookah. High quality hummus chicken and roasted vegetables. I wouldn’t order the mint tea again though. I wouldn’t order anything again actually except for hookah just because the service is so slow. I’ve heard it can get very mixy at night on a Thursday/weekend and given the location can have a lot of NYU students

Zarina

Great ambience and atmosphere. Very nice decor inside. Good hookah spot! Great staff that were courteous and attentive. Great music playing in the background. Food was good. Drinks were alright... not my favorite. I didn't enjoy the sangria. Only one co ed bathroom... there should be at least 2... Overall Highly recommend for a great time to lounge with food, drinks & hookah.

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Valeria Escrich

I’ve tried real hookah before, the kind where two puffs and you immediately feel the effect, but this one didn’t feel like anything. It was just smoke. There are much better hookah spots out there. The staff was very friendly, but the place itself doesn’t feel exclusive or high-end at all. It actually looks more like a cheap option. I wouldn’t go back. 18% gratuity included!

Maximus Quintero

This was the worst experience of my entire life. The whole vibe was awful and all the employees were so rude. The food was rubbery and the I was told I had to leave because of what I was wearing. Just a disgrace never come here!!!!!