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Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA

Ambar - Arlington

4.6
4.6
4050 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 78 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
Welcome to Ambar, the gem of Arlington, where you are invited to explore the dynamic flavors of Balkan cuisine. What distinguishes us, is our well-curated, exclusive 'Dining Without Limits' experience, which brings you the soul of Balkan dining traditions. Our extensive menu boasts a variety of shareable small plates, perfectly paired with a vast selection of premium Balkan wines. Whether joining us for a leisurely lunch, celebratory weekend brunch, or an evening of indulgence, our unlimited dining menu promises to deliver an unparalleled culinary journey. We excel in serving individual guests, as well as larger groups, and private events. At Ambar, our custom catering services add that extra sparkle to your events. At Ambar, we are revolutionizing dining with inventive Balkan cuisine that blends tradition and innovation, seamlessly. We ensure an unforgettable gastronomic experience with award-winning, extraordinary hospitality. Step into Ambar, the pinnacle of Balkan dining.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Balkan style, Eastern European
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 875-9663
  • Website
    http://www.ambarrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dejan Pilovic
  • Catering
    Please check the menu and options online<br />https://www.ambarrestaurant.com/catering-clarendon/
  • Private party facilities
    Ambar is a perfect place for all types of private and corporate events. With our exceptional food and well trained staff, Ambar is the place of choice when it comes to your celebration. From small family gatherings to huge corporate events, we host your friends and business partners with equal care.
  • Private party contact
    Marijana Skerlic: (703) 875-9663
  • Location
    2901 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington
  • Cross street
    N Fillmore St and N Garfield St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Clarendon Metro station - Orange and Silver lines
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • NYE 1st Seating

    $79.99 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ambar is offering two seating options, the first is from 5 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., which includes unlimited small plates with New Year’s Eve specials priced at $79.99 per person (tax and gratuity not included, and guests are limited to two-hour time limit). The second seating, from 9 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., is priced at $89.99 per person (tax and gratuity not included) which includes unlimited small plates with New Year’s Eve specials. Guests can also enjoy discounted selected drinks for $4.99 per drink. DJ will start spinning at 9pm.
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What 4,050 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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Ambar - Arlington offers a delightful Balkan dining experience with "outstanding food" and a "welcoming atmosphere." The "unlimited brunch" is a popular choice, showcasing a variety of flavorful dishes. While service can be hit or miss, many visitors find it "excellent" and "attentive," making Ambar a memorable choice for group dining.

4,050 Reviews

  1. Jae

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was packed for the holiday season! Loved the small bites concept, as we got to try so many different dishes. Loved the hangar steak, pickled vegetables, all the salads, pulled pork egg Benedict; Balkan sausage, OK basically almost everything except the potato hash, which was meh. A great festive meal and ambiance!

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  2. Marla

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food was excellent, food came out in good intervals. The room was very noisy for my parents in their 80s but they enjoyed the variety of the food. We will return!

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  3. Protima

    VIP

    Washington DC

    21 reviews

    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    This time the food and service were both average. You would expect the opposite at the start of holiday season when groups are out celebrating and enjoying the spirit of the season.

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  4. Carson

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Loud music forces people to talk louder adding to the loudness.

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  5. Robyn

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic. The waiter may have been part owner. If not, he should be. He was excellent. I have a son with Celiac, and they dedicate an area of the kitchen to cook for allergies. My son has never been able to order so many things at a restaurant, and by far his favorite experience.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Molly

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for brunch! Also take allergies very seriously and were super accommodating!

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  7. Patrice

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    They literally tell you, “Time’s Up” after you’ve been there almost 2 hours. We didn’t get served immediately, had to wait to have our order taken but “Time’s Up”. I could see if the place was crowded, but there were literally 2 other tables of guests in the entire restaurant. I won’t be back. Time’s Up

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  8. Natalie

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the all you can eat experience with absolutely amazing food! Thank you!!

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  9. Aaron

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Balkan cuisine. Recommend brunch with friends.

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  10. Will

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The Eggplant moussaka along with the Yaga roasted lamb were super salty. The Grilled shrimp ended up being overcooked. The Cauliflower was lukewarm. The Forest mushroom crepe had nice earthy taste but we had bits of what was possibly eggshells in them. The Pepper and Cheese croquettes interesting and worth a try. The first order of fried chicken we received was delicious and the next one, although still crispy, the chicken was bland. The Steak tartar was marinated beautifully, one of the most flavorful tartars we have had to date. The white flatbread was good, bordering salt. The Urnebes spread was delicious with a buttery texture! The Beef Short Rib Goulash was so rich with flavorful, just bit greasy. For dessert we had the raspberry cake. Not deep with flavor. But my only wish for the Baklava was that there was more!

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FAQs

Ambar - Arlington does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Ambar - Arlington also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 875-9663.

Ambar - Arlington is rated 4.6 stars by 4050 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 78 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ambar - Arlington

2901 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N Fillmore St and N Garfield St
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Balkan style, Eastern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Clarendon Metro station - Orange and Silver lines
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dejan Pilovic
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ambarrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (703) 875-9663
  • Catering
    Please check the menu and options online<br />https://www.ambarrestaurant.com/catering-clarendon/
  • Private party facilities
    Ambar is a perfect place for all types of private and corporate events. With our exceptional food and well trained staff, Ambar is the place of choice when it comes to your celebration. From small family gatherings to huge corporate events, we host your friends and business partners with equal care.
  • Private party contact
    Marijana Skerlic: (703) 875-9663

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