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Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA

Ambar - Arlington

4.6
4.6
4075 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 71 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • 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 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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What 4,075 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

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Review summary

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Ambar - Arlington is a delightful spot for exploring Balkan cuisine. The "unlimited small plates" concept is a hit, allowing diners to savor a variety of flavors. Known for its "friendly" and "accommodating" service, the restaurant provides a "fun and lively" atmosphere, ideal for brunches and group dinners.

4,075 Reviews

  1. Douglas

    New York City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great Sunday Brunch here. Great to arrive at 9:30am because it's quieter and you get great attention. Service is amazing. Food as well. Would highly recommend. We loved the hanger steak, mediterranian salad and the Jelly donuts!

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  2. Amy

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely worth a visit or five! Everything was prepared perfectly, the server was a gem and the overall character is great! Highly recommend Ambar!

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  3. Ann Marie

    VIP

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t submit a lot of reviews but felt Ambar deserved one. I went there for the first time last night. Cool vibe in main dining area as well as the dining downstairs, which is where we sat. Great place for a date, special occasion, or meeting up with friends. $50 for unlimited plates is a great price given all the choices and quality of the food. We asked for the vegan menu and had loads of options, all of which were great. Will definitely go there again and add to the rotation.

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  4. Dennis

    VIP

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely, well delivered meal with excellent service. Although it was a busy Friday night, we were seated at a table which accounted for my hearing disability. Great time - a wide variety of well-prepared dishes - met all of my night out expectations!

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  5. Kate

    VIP

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had forgotten how much I love AnBar’s unlimited dinner option. The food was fabulous, and the entire experience was delightful. I will be back soon.

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  6. Diana

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service, delicious meals, lovely ambience. Thank you!

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  7. Jessica

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was outstanding, but the portions were incredibly small (one plate had only 2 brussels sprouts on it). The drinks were also too expensive for how weak they were. On their website the $50 all you can eat is advertised as an option with the ability to also order individual entrees. When we arrived the menu was different than what was online and we were told our only choice was to pay $50 per person for all you can eat. I, as well as others in our party, were unable to eat $50 worth of food and felt it was a waste of money.

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  8. Bojan

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The grill platter for two was a miss. There was not enough food for two and half of the tray was covered with home fries. Not worth 65 USD.

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  9. Tina

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brunch was great! Manager very personable. Great service. Something for everyone on the menu. My mom is picky and she had plenty to eat! Definitely recommended.

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  10. Oxana

    VIP

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice cozy place that we love for the Balkan cuisine and atmosphere. Gets bit crowded. Love sitting by the window.

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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 4075 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
7:00 p.m.
Booked 71 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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