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Sahra by the River

Restaurant · Lebanese · Middle EasternParramatta4.4 (1,529 Google reviews)

10+ gluten-free dishes

14 dishes are gluten free as served, out of 69 dishes on Sahra by the River’s menu, read 1 Nov 2026. Also 47 nut free, 31 dairy free, 19 vegan. Source: sahrabytheriver.com.au, read 1 Nov 2026.

Answers come from the venue’s own menu or its listed ingredients; none of them means a dish is safe. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff.

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Main and banquet PDFs state: 'While we take every care to avoid cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that traces of allergens may not be present.' Guests are asked to speak to staff about dietary requirements.

Main and banquet PDFs state: 'While we take every care to avoid cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that traces of allergens may not be

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  • Lunch MenuMon–Fri 12:00–3:00pmLunchsource
  • BanquetsSet menu / banquetsource
DishGlutenDairyNutsEggSoySesameShellfishFishVegVeganPrice
Main MenuMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · sahrabytheriver.com.au
TabouliA vibrant parsley salad with tomatoes, onions & burghul, lightly dressed with lemon & olive oil $20
FattouchCrisp garden vegetables & crunchy toasted bread, tossed with fragrant herbs & a tangy house dressing $20
Sahra SaladPeppery rocket & ripe tomatoes with crispy eggplant, oregano & stuffed olives, lightly tossed in a zesty Mediterranean dressingGluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $21
Halloumi FiestaGolden grilled halloumi with a crisp julienne salad of tomato, onions and cucumber. Finished with olives and candied walnuts $25
HummusPrepared the traditional way with blended chickpeas, tahini and citrus. Simple, authentic & true to its roots $15
Hummus PestoCreamy chickpea hummus blended with fragrant basil pesto, bringing together classic Middle Eastern richness with a fresh herbaceous twist $16
Baba GhanoujSmoky open-fire roasted eggplant blended with tahini & lemon, finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil $16
Moutabbal SpecialA Sahra house special, smoky baba ghanouj topped with crispy eggplant, fresh herbs & crisp garden vegetables $19
LabnehCreamy strained yoghurt with a smooth, tangy finish, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil $13
MuhamarraA vibrant capsicum dip made with roasted red peppers, walnuts & pomegranate molasses, gently spiced $19
Kibbeh NayyeA traditional delicacy of finely hand-minced raw lamb blended with burghul, herbs & subtle spices. Served with olive oil in authentic Lebane $25
Warak EnabHand-rolled vegetarian vine leaves filled with rice, tomatoes, parsley & onions, simmered in olive oil & finished with lemon $16
Aged ShanklishCrumbled aged shanklish cheese tossed with ripe tomatoes, onions & fresh herbs $19
BastermaAir-dried, thinly sliced spice-cured beef coated in aromatic seasoning $25
Fish TajinTender baked fish with traditional tahini & citrus sauce, finished with sweet caramelised onions $24
Olives & PicklesA vibrant selection of olives, wild cucumber, pickled chilli & turnips $12
Hummus With MeatSilky smooth hummus topped with spiced minced meat & toasted pine nuts $25
Cherry KababJuicy spiced meatballs simmered in a rich cherry sauce, finished with toasted almonds $24
Garlic PrawnsSucculent prawns drenched in our famous garlic lemon sauce. A true guest favourite $24
Salt and Pepper SquidFried until golden & finished with lemon pepper & a hint of chilli $25
BezreCrispy mini whitebait, lightly fried to golden perfection & served with creamy tahini sauceDairy not stated: The description says 'creamy tahini sauce', but tahini sauce is normally sesame paste, lemon and garlic, and dairy isn't listed. The menu has no allergen legend $26
MakanekSautéed lamb sausages finished with lemon & pomegranate molasses. The Lebanese way $23
Sambousik(3) Hand-rolled pastries filled with spiced minced meat, onions & toasted pine nuts $15
Spinach Pastry(3) Hand-rolled pastries filled with spinach and a touch of lemon $15
Shanklish Pastry(3) Hand-rolled pastries filled with a blend of shanklish & feta cheese, onions & tomatoes $15
Fried Kibbeh(3) Crispy shells filled with a rich blend of spiced meat & toasted pine nuts $17
Mix Pastries to ShareA selection of 9 hand-rolled pastries featuring Sambousik, Shanklish & Spinach favourites $36
Rkakat(4) Crispy pastry rolls filled with a blend of mixed cheese & fragrant herbs $20
Chicken WingsGrilled chicken wings flame-charred to perfection, then tossed with garlic, lemon & fresh coriander $18
Chicken Msakhan(4) Roasted spiced chicken wrapped in traditional saj flatbread with caramelised onions & fragrant sumac $18
Sahra Feast(3) BBQ skewers of lamb, chicken & kafta, served with hummus, baba ghanouj, garlic sauce, pickles & tabbouli salad $38
Chicken ShawarmaTender chicken marinated in a rich garlic sauce, grilled and paired with smoky tomatoes, crisp pickles, and beewaz $35
Garlic & Lemon ChickenSucculent marinated chicken breast with zesty potatoes, generously drizzled with a bright garlic & lemon sauce $35
Oriental ChickenTender marinated chicken breast served over fragrant mansaf rice, with a fresh garden salad & cool minted yoghurt $35
Slow Braised Lamb ShankFall-off-the-bone tender lamb, served with fragrant mansaf rice, minted yoghurt & fresh julienne salad $39
Lamb ShawarmaTender lamb marinated in a rich garlic sauce, grilled and paired with smoky tomatoes, crisp pickles, and beewaz $39
Skewers on DemandYour selection of skewers served with garlic sauce (minimum of 3 skewers). Lamb $11, Chicken $10, Kafta $10 $11
Samke HarraFresh barramundi grilled to perfection, served over a chilli tahini sauce with basmati rice $42
Mediterranean BarramundiFresh barramundi grilled and served with coriander potatoes & traditional Bayroute sauce $40
Falafel(6) Crispy golden falafels served with lettuce, onions, tomatoes, radish, fresh mint, pickles & tahini sauce $25
Eggplant MaghmourTender eggplant slow-cooked with a rich tomato, onion & chickpea salsa, served with basmati rice $28
MujaddaraTraditional Lebanese rice & lentil risotto topped with caramelised onions, served with minted yoghurt & fresh julienne salad $28
Fattet BattenjenSmoky eggplant with creamy yoghurt and tahini layered over crispy bread and chickpeas. Finished with toasted pine nuts, cumin, and warm ghee $29
Coriander PotatoesCrispy potatoes tossed with fresh coriander, garlic & lemonGluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $15
Fried CauliflowerGolden crispy florets drizzled with tahini & finished with our signature herb blend $19
Basmati RiceLight & fluffy $10
Mansaf RiceFragrant spiced rice with minced lamb, finished with toasted almonds $19
Hot ChipsGolden & crispy, served with rich tomato sauce $12
Lunch MenuMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · sahrabytheriver.com.au
TabouliSalad, parsley, mint, onion, tomato, olive oil and lemon dressing $19
FattoushSalad, cos lettuce, cucumber, tomato, onion, capsicum, radish, parsley, pomegranate molasses dressing $19
Fried CauliflowerPine nuts, tahini sauce, pistachios $17
HalloumiGrilled, tomato, cucumber, olives, candied walnut $22
Salt & Pepper Squid $23
HummusDip, chickpea, tahini, lemon, paprika $15
Baba GhannoujDip, charred eggplant, tahini, lemon $16
LabnehDip, dried mint, extra virgin olive oil $13
3 Dips to ShareHummus, baba ghannouj, labneh $38
Sambousik(3) pastry, spiced minced meat, onion, pine nuts $15
Fatayer(3) pastry, English spinach, lemon $15
Shanklish & Fetta(3) pastry with spiced cheese and tomato $15
9 Pastries to ShareSambousik, fatayer, shanklish $38
MaghmourEggplant casserole, chickpeas, garlic, onion, spiced tomato sauce & basmati rice $26
MujadaraRice and lentil risotto, crispy onion, tomato and cucumber saladGluten not stated: fried: ask whether the fryer is shared $23
Fish & ChipsGrilled barramundi served with salad & chips $32
Chicken MansafSpiced lamb risotto, chicken breast, roasted nuts, salad & minted yoghurt sauce $27
Chicken Fattoush SaladGrilled marinated chicken breast served with Fattouch salad $24
BanquetsMenu read 1 Nov 2026 · sahrabytheriver.com.au
The Sahra BanquetHummus, labneh & oregano, roasted baba ghanouj, tabouli salad & olive oil, fattoush & pomegranate molasses, coriander potato, chicken, lamb $60
The Harem BanquetHummus, labneh & oregano, roasted baba ghanouj, tabouli salad & olive oil, fattoush & pomegranate molasses, coriander potato, pickles & oliv $75
The Sultan BanquetHummus, labneh with oregano, roasted baba ghanouj, tabouli salad with olive oil, fattoush & pomegranate molasses, kibbeh nayeh or fried kibb $90

✓Free by default◐Can be made free on request✕Contains?Not stated

Facts

AddressParramatta, NSW
AreaParramatta & Central West
KindRestaurant · Lebanese · Middle Eastern
Phone+61 2 9635 6615
Websitesahrabytheriver.com.au
BookingOnline
Google rating4.4 from 1,529 reviews
Menu read1 Nov 2026 from sahrabytheriver.com.au
Hours
  • Monday12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm
  • Tuesday12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm
  • Wednesday12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm
  • Thursday12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm
  • Friday12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–11pm
  • Saturday6pm–11pm
  • Sunday12pm–10pm
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Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Sahra by the River

Does Sahra by the River have gluten-free options?

Yes: 14 dishes are gluten free as served, from the menu read 1 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Sahra by the River coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “Main and banquet PDFs state: 'While we take every care to avoid cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that traces of allergens may not be”. Chef’s Kiss reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

When is Sahra by the River open?

Monday: 12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm. Tuesday: 12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm. Wednesday: 12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm. Thursday: 12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–10pm. Friday: 12pm–3pm, 5:30pm–11pm. Saturday: 6pm–11pm. Sunday: 12pm–10pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

Can I book Sahra by the River online?

Yes, through the venue’s booking page: https://www.sahrabytheriver.com.au/make-a-reservation/

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