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Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA
Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA
Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA
Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA
Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA

Ambar - Arlington

4.6
4.6
4137 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
2901 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 76 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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.

Dining areas

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
  • 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
  • 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

Private dining

What 4,137 people are saying

Ambar - Arlington reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambar - Arlington offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent food and service," making it a top choice for celebrations and group gatherings. Its "unlimited small plates" concept is a highlight, allowing guests to sample a generous variety of Balkan-inspired dishes. Although the noise levels can be high, the "inviting ambiance" and "attentive staff" keep patrons coming back for more.
4,137 Reviews
  1. Jazmin

    Washington DC1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    My guest and I were seated for about 15mins before anyone acknowledged us. We had to flag someone down. We came towards the end of brunch so that 15 mins was important. It felt rushed and I felt unseen and undervalued

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  2. John

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was good food, and was enjoyable. We had a great meal.

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  3. Emily

    Washington DC11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the all you can eat small plates for $50 per person! It was delicious and fun to share with others in our party of 3. I use a walker and the staff were very kind and helped me use the lift to get to the bathroom on the lower level and then return to the main level where my table was afterwards.

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  4. Danielle

    New York City8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    service was just ok she could have checked on us more the restaurant was not full

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  5. Kathleen

    Jacksonville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service, lots of interesting menu choices, very delicious and filling, was a wonderful way to celebrate our son's 35th birthday.

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  6. Mitchell

    Washington DC1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a neat experience but nothing crazy good. Some things ordered were never delivered and the wait staff started to stop checking in about 3/4 of the way through dinner

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  7. Caroline VIP

    San Francisco21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Ambar is a good brunch for a special occasion, the large variety and endless tapas makes it fun.

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  8. Shelly VIP

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service from our waiter was outstanding. He was highly knowledgeable about the menu. The hard part was that a member of our party was vegan and wasn’t allowed to order off the vegan menu. He was till charged the same price and only had a few options to eat. Establishment should allow the vegan lunch menu for weekends so those with dietary issues can also have options.

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  9. Anu

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time with unique food that you can’t get down the street. Food, service, all of it!:)

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  10. Gary

    Salt Lake City9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice opportunity to sample many food dishes and desserts in a single visit.

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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 4137 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 76 times today
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
  • Phone number
  • 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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