Business Details
20 Years
experience
Authentic Turkish Restaurant in Maryland
Since 2006, Cazbar has pioneered Turkish cuisine in Maryland, offering an immersive dining experience rooted in tradition. Our menu features 150+ authentic dishes crafted with time-honored techniques, from the royal Sultans Platter to house-made Turkish coffee. Complementing our culinary offerings are live belly dancing performances that celebrate cultural heritage through fluid, expressive artistry. With locations in Columbia and Baltimore, we provide both on-site dining and full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Our team takes pride in meticulous service, ensuring every guest receives personalized attentionfrom special accommodations like complimentary salads to seamless event planning. While our physical spaces showcase opulent decor and chandeliers, our true distinction lies in the expertise of our chefs and performers, many of whom have trained extensively in Turkey.We maintain strict quality control across all operations, from daily-prepared kebabs to temperature-checked catering services. Our commitment to authenticity extends to ingredient sourcing, prioritizing traditional Turkish imports where possible. Through over 15 years of service, we've cultivated a reputation reflected in glowing TripAdvisor reviews and return customers who value our dedication to cultural preservation and culinary excellence. Whether through SMS promotions or interactive dance shows, we strive to create memorable experiences that balance tradition with modern hospitality standards.
Services
Turkish Cuisine
Belly Dancing Shows
Event Catering
Wedding Catering
Corporate Catering
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Established in 2006 as Maryland's first Turkish restaurant
- 150+ authentic Turkish dishes prepared daily
- Award-winning catering services for events up to 150 guests
- Live belly dancing performances nightly
- Consistently rated top Turkish restaurant on TripAdvisor
What people say
Delicious food
Captivating atmosphere
Phenomenal service
Authentic Turkish cuisine
Beautiful decor
Services
Turkish Cuisine
Cazbar offers an extensive Turkish menu featuring daily-prepared dishes like Sultans Platter, Lamb Moussaka, and Donner Kebab. Each meal combines traditional Ottoman recipes with modern presentation, using house-made ingredients like cacik yogurt and baked orzo. Our chefs bring decades of Turkish culinary training to every plate.
Belly Dancing Shows
Authentic Turkish belly dancing performances occur nightly at both locations. Our professional dancers specialize in classical Turkish styles with fluid movements and intricate footwork. Shows complement dining experiences with traditional Middle Eastern music and audience interaction opportunities.
Event Catering
Full-service catering available for weddings and events up to 150 guests. Customizable menus include meze platters, hot entrees, and boxed lunches. Our team handles logistics from food preparation to on-site service with temperature-controlled transportation and setup.
Wedding Services
Turkish-style wedding packages include venue decoration, customized menus, and private belly dancing performances. We provide semi-private dining spaces with audio-visual capabilities for ceremonies and receptions. Special cake arrangements available through our pastry team.
Corporate Catering
Professional catering solutions for business meetings and conferences. Options range from breakfast buffets to plated dinners with dietary accommodations. Semi-private rooms available for client meetings and team-building events with audio-visual support.
Questions
How do I make a reservation for dinner?
Reservations can be made through our website for both locations. We recommend booking at least 48 hours in advance for weekend slots.
Do you offer catering services for large events?
Yes, our catering department handles events up to 150 guests with customizable menus and full-service options including setup and cleanup.
What are your signature dishes?
Popular offerings include Sultans Platter, Lamb Moussaka, Donner Kebab, and our house-made Turkish coffee prepared three traditional ways.
Are belly dancing shows included with dinner?
Live performances occur nightly at both locations. Showtimes are scheduled during peak dining hours for optimal audience interaction.
Is there a dress code for dinner service?
No formal dress code exists, though many guests dress smart-casual to match our elegant dining environment and cultural ambiance.
Do you offer takeout or delivery options?
Yes, we provide delivery with a $75 minimum order and $10 service fee. Takeout is available during regular business hours at both locations.
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