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Ambar - Arlington, Arlington, VA

Ambar - Arlington

4.6 (4190)
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates
2901 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 67 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.

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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 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri 3:30 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 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
  • Neighborhood
    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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Menu

Ambar - Arlington's menu was last updated on 9/8/2023.

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What 4,190 people are saying

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambar - Arlington offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food and cocktails," an "instagramable space," and "excellent service." The Balkan-inspired menu features unique dishes and the "all-you-can-eat" option is perfect for sampling a wide variety. Despite occasional noise, the restaurant remains a "highly recommended" spot for brunch or dinner.
4,190 Reviews

  1. Michael

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Meh. Not up to the hype. The food was just okay. We have had much better for similar pricing.

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  2. Kimberly VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This place is amazing, and that’s from someone who lived in the Balkans for several years. Each dish is more delicious than the last and for $49.99 all you can eat, it’s a really good deal. Waiters are very knowledgeable (it seems almost all are Serbian, Croatian or Montenegran). Very highly recommend!

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  3. Leander

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time and I like the food here because it is amazing!

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  4. Amy VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and cocktails. Unique wine list. Servers are very helpful when you look overwhelmed! Very instagramable space. Recommend dinner over brunch if you want something out of the ordinary.

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  5. Andre VIP

    Virginia19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambar has always been a great experience. Been visiting since it first opened and it’s impressive to see how they blended the traditional Balkan (mostly Serbian) experience with modern touches. You’ll be extra fortunate if visiting while Valentin is on duty at the restaurant as the manager. He works hard to ensure guests have a great experience and his hospitality is the best of what the Balkans have to offer.

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  6. Felipe VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I have been coming here for years and the food is consistently good, the service is attentive, and the manager is extremely kind! Highly recommended

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  7. Amy Julia

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! It was a bit loud but we went later in the evening and after the dinner rush it quieted down a lot.

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  8. Alicia

    Las Vegas12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    New menu items were delicious! Great value for the brunch selections.

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  9. Tim

    South Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had lunch their. Over all, we tried nine different dishes, and they were all delicious. The only thing I would not order on my next visit is the flatbread pizza. It was very good, but a large portion. The other dishes are smaller so you can try more of the different menu offerings. If you ate all the pizza at the start, you might not have room to explore the menu.

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  10. Howard VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was generally good (exceptions being the ground lamb medallions and the carrot dishes) but the overall dining experience was not. High noise level and food came out too quickly and not in a sensible order . Played were just dropped off by servers who mumbled what the dish was and frequently without a serving utensil. Overall, I was disappointed, particularly given the price.

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FAQs

Ambar - Arlington does offer delivery in partnership with 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 4190 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. Virginia - DC Suburbs
  5. Arlington

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 67 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
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri 3:30 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 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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