About Restaurant: 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. 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.
Positive Review Count: 4852 Reviews
Price Range: $30 and under
Restaurant Type: Balkan style
Keywords: Neighborhood gem, Good for groups, Good for special occasions
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Details: 4.7Food , 4.6Service , 4.6Ambience , 4.5Value
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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: MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood: 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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