The plates are large and the indoor decor is culturally relevant and inspiring. If you are looking for a dining experience that's off the beaten path and still filling and tasty--Cazbar is a great option. I had the stuffed eggplant with peppers, onions and topped with cheese and a rich tomato stew. I loved it and the accompanying pickled onion and tomato were a great counter balance. Friends got the Lamb Moussaka and Shrimp kabob. Plates were large and well seasoned. Towards the end of the night we're surprised with a belly dance performance that was entertaining and fun. The service was attentive. Will definitely return. read more

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Incredible restaurant. We've been hearing great things about Cazbar for years and finally decided to go. Was a great decision!! Really interesting menu. We learned quite a bit about Turkish dining, as typically uninformed Americans. The food was great, with nice big portions. The waitstaff is wonderful. Answered all of our questions (we had many). Patient. Observant. Couldn't have been better. We went on a weeknight and it was surprisingly empty. Our waiter said it's usually much busier. And especially so on weekends, mostly due to the belly dancers (Fridays and Saturdays I believe). We'll definitely be returning. Really great restaurant. read more

Came here a few years ago when visiting my friends in MD and we decided to eat here and wow we were happy with the choice as the food was so good and service was amazing and the drinks well done! It's a nice place and clean and I can see how it can be when it's more busy but luckily we went after the lunch rush so it wasn't busy but it's a cool place and yummy food read more

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Went here on a double date and i would definitely return. While we were early and didn't get to see any belly dancing, I'm sure it's a fun experience! Started with the falafelicious pizza and it was cheesy and delicious. 3 of us had lamb chops and the were incredible. Tender and flavorful. Drinks were also good. Service was good but the seemed confused about my dine around Maryland membership at first - they eventually figured it out. Great spot for a date night downtown. read more

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Cazbar is excellent! We stopped in here for dinner before a show at the Lyric. The menus are on tablets, which I thought was interesting. Our server was wonderful, explaining different menu items to us as we hadn't been there before. He recommended the Sultan's platter, which had a little taste of everything, and this was perfect! We got to try all of the mezzes, which I loved. Served with house bread, it included hummus, baba ghanoush, saksuka, and other dips. Each were excellent - and the server explained what each one was when served. The entree plate was excellent as well - portions for two for each of the different proteins, including salmon, shrimp, chicken, and beef. Served with either rice and orzo or quinoa. The meal was complimented perfectly with pistachio baklava for each of us. We had plenty of leftovers to take home as well. It was a delicious meal and I will be back! read more

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Came here for lunch couple weeks ago service was great. Ambience was very relaxed. They have a beautiful upstairs. Space you gotta see it. I would definitely return and for the amount of food that you get for $20 is really a great deal, this should be in all the time hangouts but I'll definitely return as well as host some events here. read more

Cazbar - $20 lamb lunch bowl - Turkish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Cazbar is a hidden gem in downtown Baltimore. We were in town for a wedding and wanted to eat something different before heading out. We lucked up on finding Cazbar. The service and food was amazing, the lamb was my favorite but trying the flatbread was an experience. It was spicy, but I couldn't stop eating it. Now don't underestimate the level of alcohol in the drinks. The pic with the drink in the ice, I had to slowly sip it thru out the meal in order to Make it to the wedding later that evening. There was nothing that we order that wasn't fabulous!! And the server took the extra time walk us thru the menu to ensure we knew about each item. This place was beautiful!!! A must try! read more

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Cazbar is such a vibe. The food was delicious. The salmon was well seasoned and flavorful--I definitely recommend! We missed the belly dance show--I wish they had more times or lasted longer. read more

Cazbar - Salmon kebap - Turkish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I was having a bad day and was craving authentic hummus. My friend raves about Cazbar so I knew they would get me right! Once I arrived I realized I walk by the restaurant often as I live and work in the area. The inside was so impressive! It was clean and nicely decorated. The staff were nice as well! I ordered the hummus and Dubai chocolate to go....both were so good! I also got to try a desert called Kazandibi and it was amazing!! It smells like crème brûlée and reminds me of flan!! It was honestly the best! I'll definitely be back to dine in! read more

Cazbar is a great pick if you like entertainment with your meal! Turkish belly dancers will dance between patrons at certain times of the evening (check website). My friends and I gathered here for a birthday and had a great time. The espresso martini was well made and the chicken sauté (English translation lol) was a generous portion. Everyone enjoyed their picks! Service was stellar! read more

Cazbar - Chicken saute - Turkish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Went to Happy Hour last time I came here was pre-covid I'm glad they are still open the food was very good and happy hour prices very affordable read more

Cazbar - Hot Trio Mezes, sweet potato bites, stuffed meatballs , beef pastries .. - Turkish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

For a starter, we ordered the trio of cold mezzes and got saksuka, hummus.... And something that was too spicy for me, haha *(I have no spice tolerance, so the bar is not high). I ABSOLUTELY LOVED the saksuka--I could have eaten an entire bowl of the stuff! 10/10 would order again--in fact, I'm already craving it! For me, the hummus was mostly a good textural contrast to the saksuka. For my entree, I ordered the Doner iskender. It was really good--and a HUGE portion! My only complaint was that the lamb pieces, while nice and tender, were VERY fatty (with unrendered fat), enough that I'll probably go with a different meat next time. But the dish as a whole was really great: perfectly generous with their yogurt sauce, awake amount of protein, some layer of flavorful red sauce with house bread underneath soaking up all the saucy goodness above. This portion really was HUGE--thankfully, it reheated wonderfully the next day! :) Will definitely be back. Possibly my next go-to anytime I'm in the neighborhood! It had a nice interior and fairly good amount of seating but seems popular for larger parties (at least on the weekends, when we went), which slowed service down. So just be sure to watch the time if you are on a schedule, as time will fly when you're here! read more

We visited the Cazbar location in Baltimore City for lunch to celebrate our anniversary and chose the three course lunch special. From the first bite to the last, everything was excellent. The cabbage soup was hearty and comforting, the hummus was smooth and flavorful, and the baba ghanoush had that perfect smoky depth that makes you want to linger over it. The warm bread at the table did not last long because it was too good. For our entrées, I had the kofte kebap and my husband had the chicken kebap. The kofte was rich, perfectly grilled, and full of flavor. It was the kind of dish you finish while already planning to order it again next time. The chicken was tender, juicy, and beautifully seasoned. Portion sizes were generous without being overwhelming, and the prices were more than fair for the quality. Our server, Azlz, gave thoughtful recommendations, surprised us with a Turkish coffee on the house, and made us feel like welcome guests rather than customers. The pacing of the meal was spot on. Plates were cleared and the next course arrived smoothly and efficiently without ever feeling rushed. At one point we asked to move to another table to give a large party more space, and the host did not just agree, he encouraged us to pick whichever table we liked. That kind of easy hospitality stood out. The restaurant itself has a calming atmosphere, with the subtle scent of incense adding to the experience. We could not resist picking up a couple of Dubai chocolate bars for the road. And dessert was the pistachio cream sponge cake, which we shared. It was divine, the perfect middle ground between rich and airy, indulgent but not heavy, and something you will be glad you did not skip. Cazbar delivered on every front: food, service, and atmosphere. A memorable anniversary lunch and a place we would recommend without hesitation. read more

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Very nice restaurant. The ambience and decorations were great. It is clean and beautifully designed. I was part of a party of 2 on a Friday night and it was a first for both of us. There was a slight delay with our waiter, taking our drink orders, we waited about 10 or 15 minutes, even though they weren't crowded. Once I waved someone down, we had no more problems. We thoroughly enjoyed everything on the menu from the mock mocktails to the cocktails from the shrimp starter (meze) that I highly recommend to the warm baklava at the end of the meal. The belly dancing was a really nice addition to a great meal experience. read more

Amazing dinner and fantastic service! Aziz was our server and gave us great service! Highly recommend for fresh and flavorful food! read more

I was in Baltimore for a conference and some friends and I decided to have dinner here. The food is really good: very flavorful and lots of vegetarian options. We liked everything we ordered. Very comfortable ambiance and nice service. Lovely cocktails. Definitely recommend. read more

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10/10 service was phenomenal and the food was even better! The Chicken Sauté and lamb chops were really well seasoned and full of flavor. The cheese cake was delicious as well! A must try! read more

Came for a timeleft dinner. Calamari was tasty and perfectly fried. The Doner pide was *chef's kiss*; not too bready with a good amount of meat. We finished the meal with their baklava (10/10). I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more

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For a ladies' Nite out, this was a great choice. The Party of 5 really enjoyed the food and the ombiance. Not only was the food good, the presentation was nice as well. Everyone tried something different, no complaints. My dish was a chef special the " Lamb Moussaka". This was wonderful! The only thing they didn't have was Drinks at this location it was BYOB, which I didn't know till I arrived, good thing there was a liquor store about a block down if you need. And no belly dancers at this time, but they will have that again soon. So if you are in the area, try them out!! read more

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We had a great time today at Cazbar. The food was great and our waiters did an amazing job!

This place was a little overhyped in my opinion. The food was okay, the pide was really good while the shawarma was average. dips were decent too. The service was pretty bad though. The server was very grumpy with us which was a bummer. He also kept trying to upsell which was kind of annoying. The ambiance is unique for sure with the belly dancing show though. We thought it would be a little bigger but it was still personal which was cool! read more

Crazy good happy hour - all mezzes and beer/wine half off. It's lovely inside - moody and different than what you might expect from the outside. The bread is so good - crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. I had the mezze sampler with the ezme tomato/peppers, hummus, and eggplant/yogurt and the lamb chops. Everthing was delicious and Aziz was a great waiter. All his recommendations hit the spot. Looking forward to trying different mezzes next time and dinner for sure. read more

The food was excellent, and the belly dancing show was amazing, but the customer service was terrible. When I asked about splitting the check and multiple payments, the server/manager was arrogant and dismissive. Instead of answering politely, he seemed annoyed, even looking at the ceiling like he didn't want to be bothered. At the Columbia location, they allow multiple payments, even though they do one check. Here, I wasn't even asking to split the bill--just to use multiple payment methods. He insisted on a 3-card max, even counting cash as part of the limit, which made no sense. Since they use the same payment system, this restriction felt unnecessary. His bad attitude ruined the experience, and while I love the food and entertainment, I won't be rushing back to this location anytime soon. read more

We enjoyed a vegetarian mezze platter and a veggie kebab. Both were very well spiced. Service was attentive and not intrusive. The Efes beer was good as was the Turkish coffee. The cheesecake was merely fine. But I certainly will be returning. A standout among Baltimore restaurants. read more

The food is fantastic and fresh. Service is quick and Aziz is the most helpful server and host I have ever encountered! The restaurant is beautifully decorated for an elevated peaceful casual experience. I love the chicken, salads and red letntil soup. Nice bread and wonderful desserts. Baklava cheesecake and Dubai chocolate. Lots of pistachios. Great combinations of flavors, marinades and sauces. Crispy fries. Just good healthy food! read more

The ambiance was lovely, but the food was... let's say, an adventure. We ordered the usual suspects: mezes (hummus, içli köfte, yoğurtlu patlıcan, acılı ezme), baked okra, and çoban kavurma. The acılı ezme was passable, but the rest of the mezes were either bland or downright disappointing--especially the içli köfte, which I'm still trying to forget. The çoban kavurma was a rare bright spot in this culinary mystery. For the price, I expected a trip down memory lane to my grandmother's kitchen; instead, it felt more like a quick pit stop at a gas station. As a Turk, I won't be dragging any of my guests back here anytime soon--Philadelphia's got way better for half the price! read more

Had a wonderful pre-show birthday dinner last night that was a delicious assortment of mezzes, all outstanding choices (lamb chops, baba ganoush, calamari, and cheese wraps). A special shoutout to our server Aziz for making sure we had a sparkly birthday treat at the end of our meal. Can't wait to return! read more

Date night success! First time there and the food and service from Aziz was top notch. He suggested we share the Sultans Platter. So much food! We couldn't finish but loved the variety and great flavors. Will be back. read more

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Went in before a Orioles game, happened to be during happy hour & everything was fantastic. Aziz took great care of us & we'll definitely be back for dinner. read more

Food was great! Very friendly staff and the vibe was great too. I would only say that the tables could be less dusty, at least the table I was sitting at was dusty. read more

Cazbar - Adana Iskandar - Turkish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Laleh our server was amazing! So very attentive and kind. The food was on point. I think the lamb chops were the best I've EVER had. DEFINITELY WILL BE BACK read more

I am in town for work, and stepped out of the hotel for lunch. I was greeted with a cheerful hello as I walked in, and permitted to review the menu. I decided to stay for a lunch special. Wow! Delicious pumpkin soup, excellent creamy hummus, and a perfect adana kebab, with rice. The food was perfect and the service was flawless. I would have stayed for one of the delicious-looking desserts, but had to get back to a meeting. The lovely rustic-styled decor and comfy seats make for a relaxing experience. The price was extremely reasonable, too. read more

Food was absolutely delicious and nice ambiance! It was quiet when we went, not like Cazbar in Columbia, but not sure if they've got the same thing going on in Baltimore now or not. I got the mixed grill and everything was delicious and the starter of the lamb egg roll type thing was so good read more

My first time eating Turkish and I'm glad it was here. The place is absolutely gorgeous and the service was great. Enjoyed the food and I loved that the menu was broad and included pictures. Very helpful if you're unfamiliar with the cuisine. Can't wait to try the columbia location where they have entertainment to go with the good food read more

So glad Cazbar is back downtown! I had jury duty, and as soon as I saw cazbar had reopened, I knew that was where I would go.l for my lunch break. They have a great lunch special, three courses, for just $23. The jury duty stipend more than covers it! I picked the lentil soup, hummus, and chicken thigh cutlets. SO good. I'll definitely be back again for lunch and dinner. read more

Cazbar - Turkish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I'm so glad Cazbar is open again. The best (and only?) Turkish restaurant in Baltimore City.

This location is amazing! The service, ambiance, food is outstanding . I owe all the glory and honors to Michael, Angel and Superlative Chef. Within the past week of their grand reopening I've patronized this location 3x and I'm hooked. read more

Outstanding dining experience last night at Casbar in Baltimore. When our party of five arrived, our table was still in use so the quick thinking staff opened up the upstairs dining area and we had our own private room! The food was fantastic! The cold mixed mezze plate was a fan favorite as were the mixed grille, Turkish ravioli and shrimp kebap. Turkish beer, wine and Raki were great and added to the festive atmosphere. We topped it off with an array of fabulous desserts and Turkish coffee! This special evening would not have been possible without the exceptional staff. Aziz and Servet were wonderful to us! Even though they had to run up and down a big flight of stairs every time, they did so with a smile! Everyone who came up and brought us food and drinks were very kind and professional. They even sent up the bellydancer! Overall a fantastic evening and look forward to our next visit! read more

Cazbar - Turkish Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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A great Turkish spot in Mt. Vernon, so delicious! I love the vibe and the upstairs room (we made a reservation for 27 people), has really pretty lamps everywhere. Was good for a big party. My family and I got the Sultan platter, a mixed grill, and lamb adana kabob for 8 people and everything was amazing. All the kabobs and grilled meats were juicy, super flavorful, and perfectly grilled. The grilled pepper and pearl onion on the kabobs were a nice addition. There was a belly dancer at the end, it was a fun surprise, everyone had a great time. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Being visitors, on a Monday night, we discovered this spot by accident. Talk about Kismet! First off the service was spectacular. There were 7 of us out for a birthday dinner. We had the Cazbar Sultan platter....as someone who is basically a meat & potato kind of gal I must say this was superb. Something for every appetite. A huge, HUGE platter of steak kebobs, chicken, lamb and salmon. Delicious rice and a slue of 6 different dips with a wonderful bread. 2 of the party were vegetarian and they had the eggplant. I found the beef kebobs especially enjoyable. Dessert came with the meal and was very sweet...but truthfully, I was soooo full by then. We all enjoyed a wonderful beer called Efes and at the end of the meal some fabulous tea. I'm from the west coast where almost every type of cuisine is available to me but I was seriously impressed by Cazbar and when I return to Baltimore I will definitely drop by for their food and hospitality. They should consider a restaurant on the other coast. read more