This is our second time at Ambar and I remarked to my mom as we left that I think this is the best restaurant with the best value in Virginia. The food is outstanding, the all-you-can-eat style for $50pp is unbeatable, and the decoration and the vibes are really lovely. We love Ambar!
Tommy
I wish they told you if you were sitting in the basement or upstairs when booking reservation. Food was a little cold and the unlimited price is a bit much.
Sharhonda
I brung my family here for brunch for my mom's birthday celebration. Everything was AMAZING. All of my guest and I enjoyed the food and drinks. Customer service from the waiter, host, food runners and including management was 10/10. We will definitely be back to try dinner next time.
Hannah
Ambar came recommended to me by a local. I was excited to try and kept my appetite all day for the unlimited tapas. We sat at a small 2 top and when I requested a booth the host let me know they would be completely full within a half hour. Which was true! As soon as it was 7:30pm every table on the main floor was filled. I ordered a margarita which is subpar. It was a house made mix but tasted like a poor gas station margarita. The tapas came out flying!!! Pretty small portions but it was perfect to maintain room to try as much as possible. We ordered House pickled veggies, Lamb Lasagna, Roasted Baby Carrots, Lamb Medallions, Beef Short Rib Goulash, Salmon, Grilled Shrimp, Pan-Seared Trout, Beet Salad and Vitamin Salad, Baklava and Chocolate Cake. The Stars of the show for us were the Lamb Lasagna, Beet Salad, Lamb Medallions, Salmon and Baklava. Some of the dishes hit and some miss. I was enjoying the variety but felt underwhelmed by the amount I consistently liked. They had a private room downstairs which would be great for hosting small events. Our server was tentative and made a decent number of check-backs though having a full section. The food runners definitely were holding down the fort. All in all, I'm glad I went and had a decent experience and would maybe return. But only to appease my sister.
Joy
This is my go-to spot to hang out in Arlington or to take my out-of-town visitors out for lunch or dinner. The interior/decor is nice and pretty. 90% of what we ordered is always good. Food and service are consistent. One of the main reasons we really like this place is the price. It's reasonable for the value. You get to try everything and the dishes are small so that you don't feel bad not finishing something you don't enjoy. It's a good place to try new things.
Phillip Petersen
MAD that I did not grab some photos! The food was really good and the service was tremendous for a work party of about 15! Really loved the ambiance. I will say I have no idea what hit our table by name of the dish but I do know everything I tried was well prepared and had great flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chiara Tessarollo
delicious food, excellent service and staff, wonderful atmosphere in the hall
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
peter
A fine selection of Mediterranean dishes, well prepared. Flexible menu allows sharing dishes with friends. Service was personable and attentive. Prices are very reasonable. This was our first visit ---- we will definitely be coming back!
A Google User
Ambar Clarendon is lively, modern, and always a good time! The Balkan small plates are bursting with flavor — perfect for sharing and sampling a little of everything. The unlimited brunch is an absolute must, with creative cocktails and upbeat energy that make every visit feel like a celebration. Stylish, delicious, and full of fun — a Clarendon favorite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
N B
I loved this place when it opened, and then for awhile they had moved away from regional wines and toward more generic menu items, and I stopped going. BUT they've since gone back to the authentic stuff!!! The wine list is incredible. Seriously, you can't go wrong, it's impeccably curated. Ambar, you just made this Croatian-American gal a very happy regular customer again! Thank you!!!
Anna was THE Best! Love her. She was so accommodating and kind. Excellent service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joanelle d'Almeida
Ana was our waiter and she was so nice, professional. The food was amazing and the ambiance was great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeri Muhammad
Ana was exceptional. She was very attentive and great personality. We will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natali Hernandez
Ana was a great server and very personable. Would definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christopher
The food is amazing! Service is very attentive, and the ambiance is nice. The noise level is somewhat higher than I would prefer, but overall my experience was outstanding.
This is our second time at Ambar and I remarked to my mom as we left that I think this is the best restaurant with the best value in Virginia. The food is outstanding, the all-you-can-eat style for $50pp is unbeatable, and the decoration and the vibes are really lovely. We love Ambar!
I wish they told you if you were sitting in the basement or upstairs when booking reservation. Food was a little cold and the unlimited price is a bit much.
I brung my family here for brunch for my mom's birthday celebration. Everything was AMAZING. All of my guest and I enjoyed the food and drinks. Customer service from the waiter, host, food runners and including management was 10/10. We will definitely be back to try dinner next time.
Ambar came recommended to me by a local. I was excited to try and kept my appetite all day for the unlimited tapas. We sat at a small 2 top and when I requested a booth the host let me know they would be completely full within a half hour. Which was true! As soon as it was 7:30pm every table on the main floor was filled. I ordered a margarita which is subpar. It was a house made mix but tasted like a poor gas station margarita. The tapas came out flying!!! Pretty small portions but it was perfect to maintain room to try as much as possible. We ordered House pickled veggies, Lamb Lasagna, Roasted Baby Carrots, Lamb Medallions, Beef Short Rib Goulash, Salmon, Grilled Shrimp, Pan-Seared Trout, Beet Salad and Vitamin Salad, Baklava and Chocolate Cake. The Stars of the show for us were the Lamb Lasagna, Beet Salad, Lamb Medallions, Salmon and Baklava. Some of the dishes hit and some miss. I was enjoying the variety but felt underwhelmed by the amount I consistently liked. They had a private room downstairs which would be great for hosting small events. Our server was tentative and made a decent number of check-backs though having a full section. The food runners definitely were holding down the fort. All in all, I'm glad I went and had a decent experience and would maybe return. But only to appease my sister.
This is my go-to spot to hang out in Arlington or to take my out-of-town visitors out for lunch or dinner. The interior/decor is nice and pretty. 90% of what we ordered is always good. Food and service are consistent. One of the main reasons we really like this place is the price. It's reasonable for the value. You get to try everything and the dishes are small so that you don't feel bad not finishing something you don't enjoy. It's a good place to try new things.
MAD that I did not grab some photos! The food was really good and the service was tremendous for a work party of about 15! Really loved the ambiance. I will say I have no idea what hit our table by name of the dish but I do know everything I tried was well prepared and had great flavor.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
delicious food, excellent service and staff, wonderful atmosphere in the hall
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A fine selection of Mediterranean dishes, well prepared. Flexible menu allows sharing dishes with friends. Service was personable and attentive. Prices are very reasonable. This was our first visit ---- we will definitely be coming back!
Ambar Clarendon is lively, modern, and always a good time! The Balkan small plates are bursting with flavor — perfect for sharing and sampling a little of everything. The unlimited brunch is an absolute must, with creative cocktails and upbeat energy that make every visit feel like a celebration. Stylish, delicious, and full of fun — a Clarendon favorite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I loved this place when it opened, and then for awhile they had moved away from regional wines and toward more generic menu items, and I stopped going. BUT they've since gone back to the authentic stuff!!! The wine list is incredible. Seriously, you can't go wrong, it's impeccably curated. Ambar, you just made this Croatian-American gal a very happy regular customer again! Thank you!!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Anna was THE Best! Love her. She was so accommodating and kind. Excellent service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ana was our waiter and she was so nice, professional. The food was amazing and the ambiance was great.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ana was exceptional. She was very attentive and great personality. We will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ana was a great server and very personable. Would definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is amazing! Service is very attentive, and the ambiance is nice. The noise level is somewhat higher than I would prefer, but overall my experience was outstanding.
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