The Cazbar, established in 2006, is the Washington/Baltimore area's finest Turkish restaurant and was also the first Turkish restaurant in Maryland. With food, atmosphere, & entertainment served in authentic Turkish style, Cazbar is sure to provide a thoroughly exotic & enchanting dining experience. Join us and be our guest at our Baltimore or Columbia locations!
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Over the centuries in Turkey, belly dance has been enjoyed at all manner of celebrations, from family events to the courts of kings. Raised around many cultures and in a home that valued nature, science, arts, athletics, and the richness of humanity, it is no surprise that Samira's career and life path has included the passionate pursuit of diverse and challenging fields involving academic research, movement, wellness and cultures.
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Dwayne J.
Jan 31, 2022
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I had a three course lunch meal
Soup: pumpkin soup I got the pumpkin soup which was surprisingly really good It was sweet but also savory I was a fan of It.
Appetizer: I had the baba ganoush which was a yogurt and eggplant dip It was my first time trying but I thoroughly enjoyed It with the bread they provided.
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I had the donor platter which was a shaved marinated pieces of beef and lamb and It was soft and very flavorful I got French fries because I didn't care for the rice. And It came with tzatziki sauce and a "yummy sauce" and It was bomb
To finish
Soup: pumpkin soup I got the pumpkin soup which was surprisingly really good It was sweet but also savory I was a fan of It.
Appetizer: I had the baba ganoush which was a yogurt and eggplant dip It was my first time trying but I thoroughly enjoyed It with the bread they provided.
NOW LETS TALK ENTREE
I had the donor platter which was a shaved marinated pieces of beef and lamb and It was soft and very flavorful I got French fries because I didn't care for the rice. And It came with tzatziki sauce and a "yummy sauce" and It was bomb
To finish
Trendy D.
Jan 23, 2022
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Some of the best food I've had in a long time! We got the Cazbar Sultans Platter and the Baba Ghanoush. This comes with a little bit of everything on the menu to try. More than enough food for at least 3 people. There was two of us and we didn't even make a dent! Literally every bite I took was a pleasant surprise. I didn't try one thing I didn't like! I ordered the Gingerella hot tea which was warm and all natural. It had a cinnamon stick, ginger pieces, mint leaves, and a slice of lemon with honey. My favorite meats would have to be the lamb and the shrimp. I'm not huge
Jasmine A.
Jan 22, 2022
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I come here all the time, and ordered a combo kebab. The lamb was not well done the way I wanted so I asked for another chicken. Therefore it was suppose to be two chicken kebaps . Which would have been charged as a chicken kebap which is $23 , instead they charged 27. This was very upsetting. As I made it clear in the beginning I can't have medium well meat and I wanted it well well done!
This has never happened and I was so upset, I hope they can give me a 5 dollar gift card or even 4 dollars towards my next visit.
This has never happened and I was so upset, I hope they can give me a 5 dollar gift card or even 4 dollars towards my next visit.
Basak O.
Jan 16, 2022
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With your sanction I will give 5 stars for Cazbar not because of Turkish restaurant!
5 stars because they are pretty good, in terms of rich menu options, food quality, ambiance, decorations, quality of staff ( they have full knowledge of their job!)
By the way I have to tell you, there is a belly dance show every Saturday night, which make the place more interesting! I try to add a few video for belly dancer, too.
What we tried;
Very strong Turkish traditional drink Raki (%45-50 alcohol), Hot and cold mezzes ( you have to try all! I really like Ezme, Saksuka and Icli kofte)
main courses
5 stars because they are pretty good, in terms of rich menu options, food quality, ambiance, decorations, quality of staff ( they have full knowledge of their job!)
By the way I have to tell you, there is a belly dance show every Saturday night, which make the place more interesting! I try to add a few video for belly dancer, too.
What we tried;
Very strong Turkish traditional drink Raki (%45-50 alcohol), Hot and cold mezzes ( you have to try all! I really like Ezme, Saksuka and Icli kofte)
main courses
Regan V.
Jan 14, 2022
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This Turkish Tavern in Columbia MD was such a classy surprise. I really didn't expect to run into this gem in this regular old run of the mill strip mall. Unless you have a chatty date there isn't really much to say while there. Just open your mouth and let all the deliciousness enter. I had the Conan Kavurma which was just wonderful. The Turkish tea is a must if you know anything about teas.
S. C.
Jan 12, 2022
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Manti Meze - these little "pillows" were really incredible. Lots of flavor and a great sauce. My highlight of the evening.
Beyti Kebap - loved the rolled bread and sauce
Adana Iskender - excellently spiced, buttery rice.
Drank Gazo Regular and Gazo Orange sodas. I loved the regular (clear) and my partner loved the orange.
Really beautiful interior with lots of colored glass. Menu was on tablets handed to each guest.
Beyti Kebap - loved the rolled bread and sauce
Adana Iskender - excellently spiced, buttery rice.
Drank Gazo Regular and Gazo Orange sodas. I loved the regular (clear) and my partner loved the orange.
Really beautiful interior with lots of colored glass. Menu was on tablets handed to each guest.
Chris B.
Jan 10, 2022
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Went here today looking to try something new, and the pictures look good. They did not disappoint! Walking in, I liked the decor/ambiance immediately... real cool, mellow vibe with dim lighting to set the mood this Sunday evening. I got the Lahmacun, Icli Kofte, and "Lamb Three Ways." Everything was GREAT. The Lahmacun is likened to a Turkish pizza, but it has no cheese, so I don't really think it's pizza-like... it's more just some good, thin bread with a light dusting of seasoned beef (kind of like taco meat but different). It was good. I actually liked the Icli Kofte
Neyda B.
Jan 08, 2022
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Lil Birdie N.
Jan 03, 2022
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This restaurant really nice. Spacious with good ambience. They have belly dancer after 9p on weekends. We loved everything we ordered. So good. So fresh. The menu is an iPad with pictures. That's always a plus. We will come back to watch the belly dancer.
Small sampler platter - delicious
Mixed grill - delicious
Amaretto cake - good
Small sampler platter - delicious
Mixed grill - delicious
Amaretto cake - good
Clynton M.
Jan 03, 2022
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Cazbar is a beautiful restaurant tucked away in the corner of a small shopping center. The night I went to visit, I ordered the trio of mezes, consisting of hummus, baba ghanoush, and saksuka for my appetizer, and then the Lamb Three Ways for my main entree.
The appetizer was delicious with continuous refills of the bread. I never had the saksuka before, but I'll tell you that it is a must try. I didn't realize it's basically ratatouille. Even with the simple ingredients, it was packed with flavor. The baba ghanoush was like every other, and the hummus was delicious as well.
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The appetizer was delicious with continuous refills of the bread. I never had the saksuka before, but I'll tell you that it is a must try. I didn't realize it's basically ratatouille. Even with the simple ingredients, it was packed with flavor. The baba ghanoush was like every other, and the hummus was delicious as well.
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Mary H.
Jan 02, 2022
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Sydni R.
Dec 28, 2021
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I believe this place recently opened within the last year and I am very pleased. So far I've been here twice for happy hour and I enjoyed both times. They have a really good happy hour menu and my favorite dishes so far are the lamb chops, shrimp, and calamari. The cocktails are pretty good as well. There's also a belly dancer performance (I think this takes place later in the evening like around 9pm). I will definitely be back again and try out their lunch/dinner menu.
Mike R.
Dec 22, 2021
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Classy.
That describes this location.
"Festive" too for some reason.
Stylish even.
Samsung tablets for every diner says quite a bit right there.
Very lovely ambiance and decor. The space is deceptively large from the parking lot and when you walk in and you're greeted by between 7,000-9,000 sq ft of massive dining area. It almost looks like a banquet hall. Wonderful place for a special occasion, birthday party, large business gathering, banquet, reception or even intimate enough for a date. It's wonderfully decorated and nicely (mood) lighted too so you don't feel overwhelmed
That describes this location.
"Festive" too for some reason.
Stylish even.
Samsung tablets for every diner says quite a bit right there.
Very lovely ambiance and decor. The space is deceptively large from the parking lot and when you walk in and you're greeted by between 7,000-9,000 sq ft of massive dining area. It almost looks like a banquet hall. Wonderful place for a special occasion, birthday party, large business gathering, banquet, reception or even intimate enough for a date. It's wonderfully decorated and nicely (mood) lighted too so you don't feel overwhelmed
Samantha L.
Dec 15, 2021
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Cazbar is an authentic Turkish restaurant with happy hour daily from 2-6pm and 10pm-close, $6.00 Adana Kebap Mezes on Wednesday's, 1/2 priced wine on Thursday's, belly dancing at 9pm on Thursday's, Friday's, and Saturday's, and date night deals on Sunday's.
For drinks, we enjoyed the Grand Instabul and Cok Seftali. The Grand Instabul consisted of grand mariner, pomegranate puree, and cranberry juice and finished with sparkling wine floater. The Cok Seftali consisted of Van Gogh peach vodka, cranberry juice, and Moscato. Both of the drinks were sweet, fruity, and
For drinks, we enjoyed the Grand Instabul and Cok Seftali. The Grand Instabul consisted of grand mariner, pomegranate puree, and cranberry juice and finished with sparkling wine floater. The Cok Seftali consisted of Van Gogh peach vodka, cranberry juice, and Moscato. Both of the drinks were sweet, fruity, and
Moni M.
Nov 26, 2021
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If you've never had Turkish food, I highly recommend here! I've been here a few times now & can't get enough of it. The staff is extremely nice and helpful. On some nights, they have belly dancers which I believe really adds a nice plus to the experience.
On to the food, I got the mixed grill and it is very filling and flavorful. It has different types of meats so you can try different ones which I am a fan of. For dessert, I had the Chocolate Baklava. I honestly hate pistachios but for some reason, I don't mind them in baklava. Theirs is baked fresh and you can tell it
On to the food, I got the mixed grill and it is very filling and flavorful. It has different types of meats so you can try different ones which I am a fan of. For dessert, I had the Chocolate Baklava. I honestly hate pistachios but for some reason, I don't mind them in baklava. Theirs is baked fresh and you can tell it
Gloria Simons
Nov 15, 2021
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Jill R.
Oct 30, 2021
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I can't believe I've never left a review here before! We have been to Cazbar a number of times, both in the city and in Columbia. Both locations are unique in terms of decor - the Baltimore location has a neat Baltimore rowhouse style, while the one in Columbia is huge and just gorgeously decorated. I love all the Turkish decor.
The food is always amazing. I typically get the doner plate, which is just delicious. But I've never been disappointed by anything. We've also had food delivered a few times and they package it so well that it arrives fresh and perfect.
One of my
The food is always amazing. I typically get the doner plate, which is just delicious. But I've never been disappointed by anything. We've also had food delivered a few times and they package it so well that it arrives fresh and perfect.
One of my
Kinnie I.
Sep 18, 2021
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The worst part I'd say is difficulty finding a parking spot on a Friday evening in the plaza. It gets better from there!
Great choice for a completely different dining and entertaining experience. Food. Middle Eastern/Turkish decor. Lively entertainment- belly dancer show Thurs thru Sat evenings.
The Turkish cuisine is tasty, light and seasoned perfectly. Try the appetizers- "mezze" several types of hummus and eggplant dips served with bread. Delicious! Then order any of the grilled meats. We ordered the grilled combo to share. It was grilled beef, lamb, chicken with a side of
Great choice for a completely different dining and entertaining experience. Food. Middle Eastern/Turkish decor. Lively entertainment- belly dancer show Thurs thru Sat evenings.
The Turkish cuisine is tasty, light and seasoned perfectly. Try the appetizers- "mezze" several types of hummus and eggplant dips served with bread. Delicious! Then order any of the grilled meats. We ordered the grilled combo to share. It was grilled beef, lamb, chicken with a side of
Insia Z.
Aug 20, 2021
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I have reviewed the Baltimore location previously, but after it closed, I felt so sad, I drove 30 minutes to the Columbia location. Love the vibe of this one, it is even funnier that it's in a strip mall, that honestly elevated my experience. There are old time-y bookshelves and mosaic lamps and huge decorative hookahs and Aladdin-lamps, I love it. Really does not look like suburbia. At around 10pm the music shifts to poppier, which is also kind of fun(ny).
We started with the meze trio (which was a decent deal for $16, when each meze individually is $9, if you want to try a few). My personal
We started with the meze trio (which was a decent deal for $16, when each meze individually is $9, if you want to try a few). My personal
Bell A.
Jul 20, 2021
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Just had a great dinner here. I love Turkish / Mediterranean food. I ordered the tavuk sauté which is basically chicken, veggies and rice.
Really good and not too spicy. My friend & I split a bottle of silk & spice. Sooooo good.
Only thing missing was some shisha! & belly dancers but they come around 9PM on Friday and Saturday.
Definitely coming back :-)
Really good and not too spicy. My friend & I split a bottle of silk & spice. Sooooo good.
Only thing missing was some shisha! & belly dancers but they come around 9PM on Friday and Saturday.
Definitely coming back :-)
Ellen McCourt
May 18, 2021
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Max Willson
Nov 08, 2020
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Charles Swinton
Nov 03, 2020
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We visited this place before it closed again for lockdown, they were extremely freindly and doing a difficult job in a difficult time. The club was extremely covid safe and they had obviously taken great steps to ensure this. I hope it survives this pandemic we love this place when its in full slow and everyone is singing and dancing at 3am :)
An Ker
Oct 06, 2019
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Tanvir Hamid
Jul 20, 2019
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Mike Hill
Dec 03, 2017
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Not so much a strip club, more a bar that also has strippers in it. It's not too overt that there are women not wearing much that want your money so it doesn't actually feel too seedy, most of it is it out of sight of normal punters. Lots of people out for the night end up here regardless of what they're after as it's one of the very few late bars in town. It's a bit pricey but reasonably cool inside.
Brian Sheehan
Jun 23, 2017
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Visited here a week or so ago, since I was in the area for work. Have to say out of all the clubs I've been to, this one turned out to be the most deceptive. The web site just doesn't do it justice. It's slightly different to many clubs, in that there is no stage. But the ladies all looked lovely, were very friendly and happy to sit around and chat. There was no real pressure to go for private dances (which are very reasonable) or for the VIP area. Wish I could tell you what several of the ladies are like, but I met such a lovely young lady that I spent the entire evening in the club with her,
Stratford Bard
Jul 26, 2016
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Last Friday I visited the Caz Bar for the first time in 6 years, everybody was extremely welcoming with a relaxed atmosphere made from everybody from the door and cloakroom staff, bar staff through to the dancers. The dancers were very attractive and friendly, not hassling you when talking to friends but being approachable when wanting to speak to them. After spending several hours in the bar I had an extended dance with one particular dancer who built a good rapport with and was definitely worth every pound. I will hopefully be returning shortly to have another dance or two with her!