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Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA

Ambar - Arlington

4.5
4.5
4013 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
19:00
Booked 92 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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 09:30–15:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 15:30–22:30 Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 16:30–23:00 Sun 16:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (703) 875-9663
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,013 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambar in Arlington offers a delightful Balkan dining experience with "delicious food" and a wide variety of small plates. The "ambiance is beautiful," and guests often praise the "attentive service" of servers like Arizbeth and Moe. While some reviews note occasional service inconsistencies, overall, it remains a "top-notch" choice for brunch or dinner, especially for adventurous eaters seeking new flavors.

4,013 Reviews
  1. Deep

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was not as good as usual, we kept getting food we didn’t order.

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  2. Travis

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    In the area for the MCM and this place was great!!! We always try to find a new place when we are in town. Will definitely be back here again.

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  3. Michael

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice variety of Balkan specialities in a cozy setting.

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  4. Starr

    Louisville

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambar is a new favorite for us! Love the small plates offering deal for restaurant week!

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  5. Maura

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    This was my first time dining downstairs and it was a completely different experience. The service was incredibly slow and the staff was joking around at the bar the entire night.

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  6. Michael

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always good, I always look forward to eating at Ambar.

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  7. Dana

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was wonderful as was the service. The unlimited small plates made for a fun experience.

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  8. Daniel

    New York City

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    This is our, at least, tenth time here. This was date night, and one of our previously favorite places. Tonight we were seated, and the restaurant was completely empty (515pm). Not one person acknowledged us, brought water, or made eye contact for ten minutes, until I stopped someone walking by. I'm not kidding when I say we were in the center of the main floor with no other patrons in sight. The place was packed by the time we left at 7pm-ish. After that, service was slow and inattentive. The price has gone up from $35 to $55/pp over the last 2 years. The food was good, very good in some cases, but nothing blew us away. The desserts (raspberry cake and baklava) were cruise ship buffet quality, at best. Baklava was extremely salty. Cake had flavorless gelatinous chocolate pudding like edges. The music was so loud that it was hard to enjoy the meal and we were ready to be done 10 minutes before we saw our server again. A disappointment for $197 (2 dinners, 3 drinks, tax/tip).

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  9. Chi

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great atmosphere and great services. One of the true gems in the area.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful visit fills with fresh, hot food and amazing customer service.

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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 4.5 stars by 4013 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 92 times today

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Google Map for Ambar - Arlington

2901 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    N Fillmore St and N Garfield St
  • Area
    Arlington
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 09:30–15:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 15:30–22:30 Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 16:30–23:00 Sun 16:30–22:00
  • 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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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