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Ambar Unlimited Food Experince - Ambar Chicago, Chicago, IL

Ambar Chicago

4.7 (109)
$30 and under
Balkan style
700 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 88 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 109 people are saying

Ambar Chicago 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambar Chicago offers an "amazing experience" with its all-you-can-eat concept, spotlighting Balkan cuisine through small plates. The "food is amazing," featuring dishes like lamb medallions and spreads with fresh pita. The service is often praised as "excellent," with a warm and inviting atmosphere. A must-try in Chicago!
109 Reviews

  1. Lila VIP

    Chicago / Illinois46 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for happy hour and portions were very teeny. The dips were really good and the cauliflower was really good.

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  2. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Lunch is a great deal. Highly recommend. The taste of the food surpasses the value.

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  3. Dusan VIP

    Chicago / Illinois9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and services are excellent. We have been at Ambar five times so far and plan to be there many times in the future!!!

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  4. Chris

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Some of the best food I've ever had. The cauliflower salad is not to be missed. Great service. Wonderful experience

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  5. Radmila

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent! Young man that served us, Nikola, was so nice and hospitable, perfect! We could talk, the music was loud enough. I would recommend it to everyone!

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  6. Batuhan

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a unique experience, with great food and incredibly friendly staff

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  7. Valerie VIP

    Chicago / Illinois8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun to taste a lot of different items in the unlimited small plate experience. Food was very good and we enjoyed sitting outside with the heat lamp above us.

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  8. Sonja

    Phoenix / Arizona1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious from beginning to end of meal!! Little too loud by the kitchen where we sat but ok.

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  9. Ivana VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible—full of bold Balkan flavors and beautifully presented. But what really made our night were our servers, Matija and Nikola C. They were warm, attentive, and super knowledgeable. You can tell they love what they do, and it made the whole evening feel special. Can’t wait to come back—definitely ask for them if you go!

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  10. Deema VIP

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing! The $55 all you can eat is worth your money, especially the meats

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Ambar Chicago is rated 4.7 stars by 109 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 88 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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