Ambar - Arlington

Name: Ambar - Arlington
Address: 2901 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, United States, 22201
Telephone: (703) 875-9663
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

4024 Reviews

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 109 times today

Lively
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

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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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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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Ambar - Arlington offers a vibrant dining experience with "exceptional food" and a "friendly atmosphere." The restaurant is known for its diverse Balkan cuisine, with standout dishes like lamb and mussels. While service can vary, many diners praise the attentive staff and the value of the unlimited small plates option. The "beautiful setting" and varied menu make it a popular choice for brunch and group dining.

4,025 Reviews

M
Mak
Baltimore
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food, but be sure to come hungry. Al you can eat for $50/person. However, no provision for a kid rate (under 16), which is disappointing. Server was not as attentive- had to ask for water refills, did not inform some food would take longer, and had to ask bartender to get attention of our server to get the bill.
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robin
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our waiter made some recommendations and we also ordered items from the menu. everything was very tasty. The cauliflower and carrots were outstanding.
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Protima
Washington DC
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for a group dinner. Service and food were great. Lots of options for vegetarians and those with food allergies. We will be back.
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shubha
Washington DC
93 reviews
vip
5.0
93 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
As always great food and ambience. Everything we tried was delicious. Definitely a go to place.
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Tatjana
Washington DC
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love Ambar in Clarendon! It never disappoints. No wonder they are always the highest rated brunch in the Northern VA area. The restaurant is beautiful, great for small or large groups, the staff is very knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming. I have celebrated multiple birthday's at this location (including most recent one this past November), had dinner with my family, and HHs with friends. You can't go wrong with Ambar in Clarendon! Highly recommend visiting this location, and eventually making your way to their other locations too :)
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Betty
Atlanta Metro
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing brunch with delicious items you can't find anywhere else! Splurge for the $43/person option and try as much as you can. The hostess was warm and welcoming and all the staff are great even when it's busy. Mario is the best!
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sara
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always have a great meal and experience at Ambar across all of their locations. This time we were dining with a friend who has a dietary restriction and the staff were very accommodating for us to ensure we knew which dishes were able or unable to be modified. Another great experience!
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Ellen
Washington DC
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Food was fairly good. Very very crowded place with a noise level way ‘off the charts’. Could not hear at all the person talking next to you
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Brandy
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent. Frances was an outstanding server. Very attentive to our needs.
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Jessie
Washington DC
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
I really didn’t think the food was worth $50/person for the dinner experience. $35/person seems way more fitting for the options offered. The food was good but not fantastic. Really was disappointed after all the good things I’ve heard about this place. (Also I’m totally down to spend good money on a meal or unlimited tapas but this did not meet my expectations)
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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 4024 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

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 109 times today

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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

Ambar - Arlington

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Drunken Mussels

Lamb Sausage

Lamb Lasagna

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What 4,024 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Ambar - Arlington offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ambar - Arlington restaurant rated?

Is Ambar - Arlington currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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