Cabaret Design Group Reviews

mendez77054ify 2026.02.22

     

I found myself in a pickle trying to design my bar. I’m mostly a kitchen guy, and I wasn’t fully satisfied with my architect’s approach to the bar layout. After doing some research, I found a professional bar designer and I’m glad I did. He answered all my questions, suggested great ideas, and never left me hanging. He always got back to me in a timely manner and was extremely professional and kind throughout the process. If you’re looking to design a bar, he’s your guy. Architects don’t always specialize in this type of work the way a professional who focuses specifically on bars does. The difference in expertise really shows.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group

Benjamin — thank you sincerely for taking the time to share this.

You were crystal clear about your goals from day one, and that made the collaboration both productive and enjoyable. Designing a bar is very different from designing a kitchen — it’s a live performance space, an operational engine, and a revenue generator all in one. When it’s dialed in correctly, it changes everything.

I have tremendous respect for architects, but bar design is its own discipline. Workflow, bartender ergonomics, equipment sequencing, draft systems, speed of service, and revenue efficiency all have to work together seamlessly. That’s where specialization makes a real difference.

I’m grateful you trusted me with this phase of your new location, and I’m excited to see your next restaurant open its doors. With the way you approach your concepts, I have no doubt it’s going to be a success.

Thank you again for the kind words — and congratulations on building something special.

— Rick

Cory Pagliarini 2026.02.07

     

Professional and talented! Highly recommend Rick for your bar design. Happy Customer here.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group

Thank you, Cory — I truly appreciate the recommendation. It was a pleasure working with you and I wish you all the best.

Gregg Kinzel 2025.10.30

     

I discovered Rick through his Bar Designers YouTube channel and was immediately impressed by how much he knows about professional bar design. I run a woodworking business and I'm in the process of starting a new distillery, but I had no real knowledge of bar equipment or how to properly design a tasting bar. That’s where Rick came in. He took his time with me and walked me through the pros and cons of every option. His deep experience in the industry really showed, and the process was both creative and educational. I never felt rushed or lost in the details. Thanks to Rick, I now have a tasting bar design that not only looks amazing, but is also practical and efficient from a working standpoint. I couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend Cabaret Design Group to anyone who wants a professional, well-thought-out bar design. Mark Kinzel

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2025.10.31

Thank you, Mark — I really appreciate your thoughtful review! It was a pleasure working with you on the tasting bar design for your new distillery. I enjoyed collaborating on the different bar design ideas and seeing how your craftsmanship shaped the final concept. I’m thrilled that the result feels both beautiful and functional. Wishing you great success as you bring the distillery to life!

— Rick Uzubell, Cabaret Design Group

George 2025.09.25

     

Brought Our Vision to Life Rick has been incredible to work with. He was patient throughout the entire process, even when we revised our design from the ground up (twice!). What stood out most was how much time he took to really understand our unique space and business model before making recommendations. That level of care made all the difference. His professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail gave us full confidence every step of the way. Highly recommend Rick if you’re looking for someone who truly listens and helps bring your vision to life.
Date of experience: 25 September, 2025

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2025.09.25

George, thank you for such a thoughtful review! It was a privilege to work alongside you in shaping a design that truly reflects your vision. I know how important it was to get every detail right, and your willingness to re-imagine things until they felt perfect made this project especially rewarding. I’m grateful for your trust, your collaboration, and the chance to bring your unique space to life. Cheers to the exciting chapter ahead—I can’t wait to see the energy your bar brings to the community!

Chris Kim 2025.07.17

     

Fortunate to have found Rick while revising a bar layout mid-design for a 3,000 sq ft restaurant space. He brings a wealth of knowledge and is a true expert in bar design. He pointed out a few changes that would improve efficiency and helped my architect redesign the counter to incorporate a required layout change for ADA. Wish we had him on the team from the start of the project. Highly recommend Cabaret Design Group and will be hiring them for any future F&B projects.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2025.07.18

Truly appreciate the kind words! It was a pleasure stepping in mid-design to fine-tune the layout and help your team bring this bar to life. Efficiency tweaks, ADA compliance, and real-world flow—those are the details that separate a good bar from a great one. I only wish we’d connected earlier, but I’m thrilled we made an impact when it counted. Looking forward to being part of your next F&B venture—this time, from day one. Let’s raise the bar.

Eric Moore 2025.07.17

     

Personable Experience I found Rick on google and contacted him to redesign my bar at my golf lounge. He reached out with-in 24 hours. I was very impressed with his knowledge of the bar industry and design ideas. He was able to get me an equipment quote and full set of drawings for a very reasonable price. Rick was very good with communicating and picked up the phone which is appreciated these days!

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2025.07.18

Thank you for the fantastic review! I’m glad we connected and could bring your golf lounge vision to life. Clear communication, real industry knowledge, and fast turnaround—that’s the standard I hold myself to, and it’s great to hear it made a difference. These projects work best when there’s trust and momentum, and I’m grateful you felt both. Appreciate the kind words, and I’m just a phone call away for anything you need next!

Randall Cobb 2025.07.02

     

What a Great Experience! I am so thankful we made the decision to hire this group. What a pleasure. Rick has been fabulous to work with. Crazy amounts of knowledge on everything from bar design, operations, efficiencies and even contacts for most all other aspects of running a bar. Even after the design phase and the plans sent to bid Rick has been following up and making sure we are setup for success on equipment quotes and orders. The bar design is beautiful and most importantly to us efficient! Thanks Rick for everything. Worth every penny.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2025.07.03

Thank you, Randall, for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience and that Rick could assist you so thoroughly. Your satisfaction with the design and process means a lot to us!

Garrison Leach 2025.04.19

     

Expert Design and Outstanding Support I had the pleasure of working with Rick, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. He was able to put together a floor plan that was exactly what I was looking for. Throughout the entire process, Rick was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and helpful—making everything run smoothly. His expertise in bar design really shows, and I appreciated the thoughtful input he provided along the way. I’m looking forward to working with him again as our business continues to grow. Highly recommended!
Date of experience: 21 March, 2025

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2025.04.19

Thank you, Garrison, for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear Rick exceeded your expectations and brought your vision to life. Your kind words motivate us, and we look forward to supporting your future projects!

august blass 2025.04.03

     

Call Rick...Great Guy I needed advice on the install of my bar. Found Cabaret Design Group and talked to Rick, this guy knows all the dimensions for me to be compliant. Great guy. I would have him design my Bar from scratch next time

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2025.04.03

Thank you, August! We're thrilled Rick could provide you with the advice you needed. We’d be happy to help with your next project from the ground up!

Andrew 2025.03.25

     

I'd like to give a big shout out to Rick at Cabaret Design Group! With me knowing very little about bars and how they should be laid out for optimal efficiency, Rick delivered a detailed set of drawings that included literally everything I needed to build my NYC bar, on less than two weeks lead time. He recommended the materials, the equipment, the look and feel of the back bar, the best way to build detachable panels at the front so that the plumbing is accessible. He thought of things I would never have considered (you don't know what you don't know!) and allowed me not to make rookie mistakes. All done remotely, we never even met in person - yet available by phone on a moment's notice. And his price is very fair, especially considering he still picks up the phone to answer my random questions years later (thank you Rick!). So yeah, go ahead and hire him, he does a lot of big projects too, hotels, casinos, etc., from what I understand. He's very versatile. He enabled me to build an amazing venue.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2025.03.25

Thank you, Kindly, Andrew! It was an honor to serve you and I wish you the best of luck and all the great things life has to offer!

Chad Chuenchit 2024.08.26

     

Cabaret Design Group is our bar designer! Rick is amazing! He is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to bar design and all its needs. Its obvious he has been doing this for years. We will be using him again for all our future bars projects that CLAD Architecture & Design.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.08.26

Thank you, Chad! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with Rick. Looking forward to working with you on your future bar projects!

Kevin Moll 2024.08.25

     

Rick Should Be Your Bar Guy! Rick is my “Bar Guy” for good reason. He’s patient, listened closely to what I needed, and he delivers like none other. This is why I don’t use anyone else for my bar design work. He should be your Bar Guy too! Highly recommended!

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.08.25

Thanks, Kevin! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Rick. We'll make sure he knows about your kind words. We appreciate your recommendation!

Armando Rosario 2024.08.22

     

As bartender for over four decades I can honestly say that there is no bar equipment that is quite as innovative as the Eurobar. I am a big fan of “the Bartender working area” it has. Making drinks over the ice bin is unsanitary and leads to an unnatural position for the bartender. As for the “Consultant and bar Design” professionals I invite them to spend more time behind bars with experienced bartenders to gain their perspective as the end users. Not one of them will recommend selecting your equipment based off ease of install.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.08.22

Thank you for your input!

Carlos L. Haro 2024.08.14

     

Professional and Knowledgeable I saw Rick's videos online and gave him a call. So glad I did! He was very friendly and helpful as well as professional and extremely knowledgeable. Its obvious he has been doing this for years. We are a family owned business with an outdated bar and Rick helped us design our new bar. It posed many unique challenges but he was able work out a great plan for us! We are in the process of building it now. If your trying to plan out your bar, I highly recommend you give Rick a chance to work with you!

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.08.14

Thank you, Carlos! I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to assist with designing your new bar. If you need further help during the build, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Kimberly Bryant 2024.07.01

     

Ricks specialized talent and experience focuses on creating visually appealing and functional bar design. Great bar design requires extensive planning and attention to every detail. Rick is a true professional in his field and my team and I were honored to have worked with him. Highly recommend!

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.02.27

Thank you for your kind words, Kimberly! It's a pleasure and honor working with people as talented as you and your staff. I look forward to the next opportunity.

Golden Rueckert 2024.05.22

     

Ideal Experience Rick was incredible to work with. He was knowledgeable, patient, and got what we were going for immediately. I could not recommend his services more highly.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.05.22

Thank you, Golden! We're thrilled to hear about your fantastic experience with Rick. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Edgar Powell 2024.05.15

     

10/10 Very thorough, knowledgeable and professional. Made you feel like a family friend, I’d definitely use Rick again.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.05.16

Thank you, Edgar! We're thrilled to hear you felt like family with Rick and appreciated his professionalism. Looking forward to assisting you again!

William 2024.05.02

     

Owner of The Perfect Jerk I started out with limited space and big ideas. Rick from Cabaret Design Group came thru big time for me. Rick found creative ways to help maximize my space, and I was really impressed with the design of the bar as well as my floor plan. Rick gave me two very viable options for my seating plans now I’m torn between over sized booths or high top tables. Either way it’s a win win. Thanks Rick! I’ll definitely be recommending you to all my friends who are in the bar and restaurant business.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.05.02

Dear William, we are thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Rick's design. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We will ensure to keep up the good work. Enjoy your perfectly designed space!

T.Miles 2024.04.10

     

“The Master” Rick and his company are the best. They brought my dream bar to life and helped me put together an awesome concept. He knows the business front to back and how to take your Bar / Restaurant to the next level so it is profitable. That’s why I call him “The Master”.

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.04.11

Dear T.Miles,

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled that Rick and the team could help bring your dream bar to life. We're committed to your success and profitability.

Sincerely, your assistant.

Mamas Tampa 2024.03.23

     

Very knowledgeable I will definitely recommend for any bar needs. Great personality as well!

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Reply from Cabaret Design Group 2024.03.23

Dear Mamas, thanks for your recommendation and the praise on our staff's personality! We're thrilled to assist in meeting your bar needs again.