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Ambra, McAllen, TX

Ambra

4.6 (331)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
1200 Auburn Ave ste 200, McAllen, TX 78504

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
AMBRA combines a globally inspired steakhouse and a chic lounge creating one electrifying dining experience. Inside AMBRA, every foot of space is filled with eye-catching visuals, varied lighting, contrasting materials and textures, lush plants, and a layout of space perfect for mingling, date night, and dining. Take a seat in one of our stylish dining rooms or enjoy al fresco seating in our outdoor patio while sipping mezcal cocktails until closing time, when you dine with us every experience will be one to remember.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, International
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Allan Lee
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Radiant - A Mother's Day Brunch at AMBRA

    May 11, 2025 only
    Mother’s Day at Ambra 🌷 Sunday, May 11 | 11:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m.🌷 Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with an elevated dining experience at Ambra. Join us for an exclusive prix-fixe Brunch Menu crafted by our culinary team to honor the incredible women we call Mom. From beautifully plated dishes to thoughtful flavors and elegant ambiance, every detail is designed to create a truly memorable moment. This is more than brunch — it’s a celebration of love, gratitude, and togetherness.

What 331 people are saying

Ambra 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Best Service

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Best Ambiance

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Innovative

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Good for groups

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Hot spot

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Neighborhood gem

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Great for fine wines

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Good for special occasions

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Lively

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Steakhouse

  • Corpus Christi / McAllen

    Most Booked

  • McAllen

    Best Overall

  • McAllen

    Best Food

  • McAllen

    Best Service

  • McAllen

    Best Ambiance

  • McAllen

    Best Value

  • McAllen

    Good for groups

  • McAllen

    Hot spot

  • McAllen

    Neighborhood gem

  • McAllen

    Great for fine wines

  • McAllen

    Romantic

  • McAllen

    Good for special occasions

  • McAllen

    Lively

  • McAllen

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambra in McAllen offers an exceptional dining experience with "great service" and "delicious food," making it perfect for both special occasions and casual outings. The restaurant excels in crafting "inventive cocktails" and creating a lively atmosphere. While noise levels can be high, the attentive staff and standout dishes, like the grilled lamb lollipops and sea bass, ensure a memorable visit.

331 Reviews
  1. Callie

    Corpus Christi2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambiance, fantastic service and quality food. We enjoyed dining here.

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  2. Javier

    Cancun1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente todo !! La carne de 10, los ostiones muy buenos…. El servicio muy bueno
    AmbraResponded on April 21, 2025
    Hola Javier, ¡muchas gracias por tu reseña! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste. ¡Te esperamos pronto!

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  3. Marco

    Corpus Christi1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered a Filet Mignon, and given the restaurant level, I was not satisfied. We ordered medium, and some portions of the steak were almost well done.
    AmbraResponded on April 21, 2025
    Hello Marco, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand that steak doneness can be a matter of personal preference, and we appreciate your perspective. At Ambra, we aim to prepare each dish to the specifications requested. Filet mignon is a lean cut, and achieving the perfect balance between searing and internal temperature can be challenging. We strive to meet our guests' expectations, and your comments are valuable for our continuous improvement.​ We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide an experience that aligns with your expectations. Warm regards, The Ambra Team

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  4. Lawrence VIP

    Houston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience. Only problem was the music was too loud. We struggled hearing each other.
    AmbraResponded on April 10, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Lawrence! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at Ambra. We take pride in our food and service, so we're glad to know you enjoyed them. We do apologize if the music was a bit loud during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into consideration. Thank you again for your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team at Ambra

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  5. Salvador

    Corpus Christi4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service was great. Too loud to have a conversation.

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  6. Jacquelynn

    Corpus Christi1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10 out of 10. Love this place. Great ambiance, food and staff!
    AmbraResponded on April 10, 2025
    Hello Jacquelynn, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the ambiance, food, and staff at Ambra. We strive to provide a great dining experience for all our guests, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  7. Delilah

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience, atmosphere, excellent food and service!
    AmbraResponded on April 10, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Delilah! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Ambra. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our atmosphere, food, and service. We strive to provide our guests with the best and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  8. Francisco

    Corpus Christi3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was terrific it made up for my date not showing up. Excellent service great environment as always. Best choice for fine dining in McAllen.
    AmbraResponded on April 10, 2025
    Hello Francisco, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our service to be excellent. We're especially glad to know that Ambra remains your favorite choice for fine dining. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another terrific dining experience. Best regards, The Management Team at Ambra

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  9. Crystal

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and delicious food especially the octopus.
    AmbraResponded on April 10, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Crystal! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our octopus and found our service great. It's always our goal to provide delicious food and great service. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team at Ambra

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  10. Xavier

    Tamaulipas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My experience at Ambra was absolutely amazing! From the moment you enter the restaurant, you’re greeted warmly and professionally by Jackie. When it comes to service, Italia was phenomenal—she’s incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and provided outstanding recommendations. I loved the new hamachi appetizer with habanero yuzu sauce—it’s to die for! My filet was cooked to perfection (medium-rare, just as I asked), and the cheesecake dessert was the perfect ending to an unforgettable meal. I highly recommend requesting Italia as your server—she truly made the experience exceptional. I can’t wait to return!
    AmbraResponded on April 10, 2025
    Hey Xavier, We're overjoyed to hear about your amazing experience at Ambra! It's fantastic to know that you were greeted with warm professionalism and that our team made you feel special. We're thrilled that you enjoyed our new hamachi appetizer with habanero yuzu sauce and that your filet was cooked to perfection. We're glad that the cheesecake dessert made your meal perfect. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable meal. Warm regards, The Management Team

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Ambra is rated 4.6 stars by 331 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ambra

1200 Auburn Ave ste 200, McAllen, TX 78504

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    McAllen
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, International
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Allan Lee
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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