One of metro Detroit’s beloved Middle Eastern restaurant chains is expanding to Greektown.
Sahara is opening a fast-casual location inside the Hollywood Casino at Greektown, set to open Friday inside the Monroe Market food hall.
“We’re truly grateful to be part of the Hollywood Casino at Greektown culinary lineup and to join such a vibrant collection of dining concepts,” Sahara Express owner Zeana Attisha said in a statement. “This location gives us the opportunity to introduce our flavors to new guests in a fast, convenient way without compromising authenticity.”
The menu will include dishes like chicken shawarma, beef kafta, chicken tikka, in addition to build-your-own bowls.
The Attisha family opened its first Sahara restaurant in Ferndale in 1981. That location has since closed, but it opened additional locations in Detroit, Oak Park, and Sterling Heights.
“We’re excited to welcome Sahara Express to Monroe Market,” general manager of Hollywood Casino at Greektown John Drake said in a statement. “Sahara is a trusted and respected brand in Michigan, and their express concept adds even more variety and cultural flavor to our dining offerings for guests in the heart of downtown Detroit.”
Sahara Express is open from noon-1 a.m. on Sunday-Thursday and noon-3 a.m. on Friday-Saturday. Hollywood Casino at Greektown is located at 1211 Chrysler Dr., Detroit. More information is available at hollywoodgreektown.com and saharadining.com.