Restaurant Bazar

Witte de Withstraat 16, Rotterdam, Netherlands

Bazar has been a fixture on the Witte de Withstraat for over 28 years, and honestly, it’s easy to see why it’s still packed. It’s not trying to be a quiet, minimal spot. The vibe is colorful, busy, and warm, the kind of place where you can roll in for breakfast with friends or end up having a long group dinner without it feeling like a whole thing. The menu is basically a tour of the Middle East, North Africa, and the Mediterranean. Think saffron-marinated chicken kebabs, Turkish lentil soup, baked eggplant dishes, and a breakfast spread that includes pide, simit, honey, and all the good stuff. All the meat is halal, and if you’re vegan, most of the veggie dishes can be adjusted, just ask. They also do takeaway if you’re not in the mood to sit down. It works for pretty much any occasion. Solo lunch, family brunch, a work dinner with 12+ people, they’ve got a separate group menu for that. The ground floor is wheelchair accessible, dogs are allowed downstairs, and they have kids’ chairs.…