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Ambar Unlimited Food Experince - Ambar Chicago, Chicago, IL

Ambar Chicago

4.7 (142)
$30 and under
Balkan style
700 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Ambar embodies the lively essence and shared joy of Balkan cuisine through a dedication to outstanding service. With established locations in Washington DC and a forthcoming debut in Chicago in Spring 2025, Ambar delivers a distinctive Dining Without Limits encounter, inviting diners to savor more than 30 distinctive Balkan dishes in a single remarkable dining experience. Balancing heritage with contemporary palates, Ambar honors the rich tapestry of Balkan cultures through a welcoming menu that showcases the tastes of Northern and Southern Serbia, Montenegro, and Croatia. Delight in the finest Balkan dining, where remarkable service harmonizes with daring, memorable flavors.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Balkan style, Tapas / Small Plates, Eastern European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 547-1700
  • Website
    https://ambarrestaurant.com/chicago/#
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    events@streetguyshospitality.com
  • Private party contact
    Marijana Skerlic: (202) 913-8324

Private dining

Menu

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What 142 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambar Chicago offers an upbeat dining experience with "amazing food" and an "innovative all-you-can-eat tapas" concept. Guests praise the "authentic Balkan flavors," "thoughtful presentation," and "reasonable prices." The restaurant's vibrant atmosphere and "friendly staff" enhance the experience, making it a "must-try in Chicago."
142 Reviews

  1. Ena

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I haven’t had Balkan food this good since I moved to USA from Croatia 7 years ago. I am utterly impressed and cannot wait to recommend this place to everyone. Such an amazing experience. There wasn’t ONE dish we didn’t love. A brilliant concept and works so well as a way to introduce our food to people from around the globe. Thank you so much for bringing Ambar to Chicago :)

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  2. Janette VIP

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful interiors and wonderful menu. Not your traditional brunch. We didn’t understand the fixed price package when we made our reservation, and the order experience was confusing. Food came quickly and was tasty.

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  3. TONIKA VIP

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was amazing from the food, music, and ambiance. The staff were very friendly. Everyone was dressed business casual, and the staff looked professional as well. It was definitely a grab vibe and wonderful plate sharing experience. I would recommend this spot to my friends and family to check out.

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  4. Dusanka VIP

    Baja California Sur3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love the atmosphere here and the food was fantastic. Our server did a great job helping us through the menu. I would say the only thing we did wrong was order too much:-)

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  5. Anka VIP

    Chicago / Illinois26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite restaurant. Can’t say enough about how wonderful the staff is. How delicious the food is and what a great place this is. 💕💕💕

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  6. Alex

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place never disappoints. So happy a nice. Allan resta Has opened downtown. Amazing food for all and the prices are outstanding for this all you can eat tapas style restaurant

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great new place that allows you to try as many different items on the menu as you want. Food was outstanding and the service was top notch. Only draw back is the 2 flights of stairs you need to take to get to the restroom. It was a great night out.

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  8. Igor VIP

    Chicago / Illinois19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place with fantastic service and original menu items.

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  9. Peter VIP

    Chicago / Illinois72 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is first time dining at Ambar. Both food and service are very good and definitely we will back in the near future.

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  10. Benjamin

    Virginia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service (Luka), charming atmosphere, great food and a reasonable price. Approved by a beloved Serbian for quality and authenticity.

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Ambar Chicago is rated 4.7 stars by 142 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. River North (Chicago)

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Ambar Chicago

700 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Balkan style, Tapas / Small Plates, Eastern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Non-Smoking
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