Basic Information

Address

1 Ezillo Ave, Independence Layout, Enugu 400102, Enugu

Cuisine Type

Restaurant

Target Audience

Primarily serves groups, university students, and solo diners seeking quality dining experiences. Family-friendly with kids' menu and high chairs. Appeals to customers looking for romantic, casual, or upmarket atmospheres. Popular among lunch and dinner crowds, particularly those interested in diverse beverage options and varied dining occasions.

About This Restaurant

Sahara Restaurant is a highly-rated dining destination in Independence Layout, Enugu, known for its exceptional service and diverse menu. With a 4.8-star rating from 80 reviews, this restaurant offers a sophisticated yet casual atmosphere perfect for various dining occasions. The menu features extensive options including vegan and vegetarian dishes, small plates, all-you-can-eat selections, and an impressive alcohol selection with great beer, cocktails, and wine. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 am to 11 pm, Sahara provides multiple service options including dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and drive-through.

Hours & Schedule

Friday

9 am–11 pm

Saturday

9 am–11 pm

Sunday

9 am–11 pm

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

9 am–11 pm

Wednesday

9 am–11 pm

Thursday

9 am–11 pm

Closed Days

Monday

Sunday Hours

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Best Times to Visit

Recommended to visit during weekdays (Tuesday-Thursday) for potentially quieter dining experiences. Weekends (Friday-Sunday) may be busier given the extended hours until 11 pm. Consider making reservations for peak dining times, especially for groups. Some reviews suggest ordering in advance to minimize wait times during busy periods.

Specialties & Services

Specializes in diverse culinary offerings including all-you-can-eat options, vegan and vegetarian dishes, small plates, and late-night food. Notable for exceptional beverage selections including great cocktails, beer, wine, and tea. Offers comprehensive dining experiences from brunch through dinner, dessert, and catering services. Multiple service options available including dine-in, delivery, takeaway, and convenient drive-through.

Amenities & Features

Parking

Complimentary parking options include free street parking and a free parking lot available to customers. Multiple parking solutions ensure convenient access for both quick visits and extended dining experiences.

Payment Methods

Accepts various modern payment options including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Multiple payment methods cater to both traditional and digital payment preferences for customer convenience.

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible toilet available on site. The restaurant offers multiple accessibility options including dine-in seating suitable for various mobility needs. Free parking facilities enhance accessibility for drivers visiting the establishment.

Service options

Delivery, Drive-through, Takeaway, Dine-in

Highlights

Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list

Popular for

Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining

Offerings

Alcohol, All you can eat, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Happy-hour food, Late-night food, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine

Dining options

Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating

Amenities

Bar on site, Toilet

Atmosphere

Casual, Cosy, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket

Crowd

Groups, University students

Planning

Accepts reservations

Children

Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu

Customer Reviews

Review Summary

Customers consistently praise the excellent service and food quality, with specific mentions of helpful staff who guide menu selections. Reviews highlight exceptional dishes including pepperoni pizza and Chapman cocktails. Some feedback indicates potential wait times during peak hours, suggesting advance ordering for optimal experience. Overall sentiment reflects high satisfaction with both culinary offerings and service quality.

Customer Reviews

"Excellent service and excellent food. The manager is such a sweetheart, she patiently worked us through the menu and helped us select suitable dishes when we told her we wanted to try something new. And we thoroughly enjoyed our meal. 😋 …"

"Food is ok, But the service 😂😂😂😂 Pls order one day before visiting the place. If you happen to order at the restaurant they will serve your lunch for your dinner 😂😂🤣🤣 …"

"Best pepperoni pizza I have taken in Enugu.. great Chapman cocktail..."