Award-winning

Ambar Capitol Hill

Name: Ambar Capitol Hill
Address: 523 8th Street SE, Washington, DC, United States, 20003
Telephone: (202) 813-3039
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

5009 Reviews

$30 and under

Balkan Style

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2 people

Jan 10, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 67 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for groups

Welcome to Ambar, the gem of Capitol Hill, 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.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Balkan Style, Modern European, Eastern European
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(202) 813-3039
Website
http://www.ambarrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Nenad Petrovic
Private party facilities
Ambar is a modern Balkan tapas-style restaurant. With a desire to introduce Washington, D.C. to cutting edge Balkan cuisine, proprietor Ivan Iricanin has created a dining space that will delight and indulge the senses.
Private party contact
Tamara Jovanovic: (202) 813-3039

Location
523 8th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighbourhood
Capitol Hill
Cross Street
E Street
Parking details
Public metered parking via parking station is available along 8th Street, SE from E Street to our north to I street to our south. 2 hour residential parking located nearby in the surrounding neighborhood at E Street, G Street, 7th Street, and 9th StreetOrange, Blue and Silver Lines exiting at the Eastern Market metro station are next to Ambar.
Public transit
We are metro accessible via the Orange, Blue and Silver Lines exiting at the Eastern Market metro station. Walk east to 8th Street and then proceed south 1 and a half blocks to our location at 523 8th Street (west side of the block).
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Lunch Winter Restaurant Week
US$25.00 per person
Jan 20, 2025 - Feb 9, 2025
$25 per person includes unlimited selection of small plates! Winter Restaurant Week at Ambar starts early, January 20 and ending Feb 9. Experience next-level Balkan Dining Without Limits! Enhance your experience with unlimited selected drinks - $27.99 per person
Dinner Winter Restaurant Week
US$55.00 per person
Jan 20, 2025 - Feb 9, 2025
THE BEST RW DEAL - $55 per person includes unlimited selection of small plates, dessert and a drink of choice. Winter Restaurant Week at Ambar starts early, January 20 and ending Feb 9. Experience next-level Balkan Dining Without Limits! Enhance your experience with unlimited selected drinks - $27.99 per person

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What 5,009 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

District of Columbia
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ambar Capitol Hill offers an exceptional Balkan dining experience with "amazing food and fantastic service." Guests rave about the "great value" of the unlimited small plates, perfect for sampling diverse dishes. The ambiance is inviting, and the attentive staff ensures a memorable visit. Ideal for brunch or dinner, Ambar consistently delights patrons.

5,009 Reviews

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Audrey
VIP
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was exceptional. The timing of food arrival was almost perfect. We had almost all of the happy hour menu and would return tomorrow.
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Calvin
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely one of the best restaurants I have been to in a while. Everything we ate was cooked to perfection. The service was top-notch. This is a gem of a place.
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Greg
VIP
Indiana
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was a great experience! We loved the all you can eat small plates. We tried nearly everything. The serve was quite kind with recommendations and was always quick to ask if we wanted more! Highly recommend for a fun family/small group relaxed evening!
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Pat Algeo
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Valentine took incredible care of us! Could not have asked for better service, especially celebrating a special birthday for my girlfriend. Every dish we had was outstanding. He recommended the lasagna and the kabobs which were both out of this world! Thanks for taking care of us and for making it special!
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Hans
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The server was extremely nice and was a great resource in explaining the menu. His recommendations were informative and delicious. 10/10 Service
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heidi
VIP
New Orleans
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I personally walked from the Wharf to this restaurant but would NOT recommend most people to do this. Great cute neighborhoods with lots of interesting shops but accosted SEVERAL times by panhandling
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Megan
Washington DC
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
I miss the old dishes that made me fall in love with this place. Can’t even begin to describe how much the menu is a shell of its former self.
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Erald
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing. The unlimited small plates was a great idea. We go to try a variety of food and everything tasted delicious. Staff and our waitress were amazing. Great experience!
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Kaylyn
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to Ambar Cap hill for NYE and it was lovely, festive and a great atmosphere yet able to enjoy the unlimited menu and have great conversation. Our waitress was wonderful, gave recommendations, and was around for when we wanted to order more. Highly recommend Ambar any time but was definitely a fun way to ring in a new year.
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Jorge
VIP
Chicago
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been at Ambar several times. They always deliver. Great food and flavors. Good creativity. Super service. Lunch or Dinner... it is a place you have to go!!!
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Ambar Capitol Hill offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Ambar Capitol Hill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 813-3039.

Ambar Capitol Hill is rated 4.7 stars by 5009 OpenTable diners.