I'm glad people enjoy this place so much but I don't understand it. Food took a really long time to arrive--at least the higher value food took a long time to arrive. Bread arrived quickly. A shot of alcohol is $12. The food is comprised of salt, so much so that the kebab was rubbery in texture. I guess folks love their all-you-can-eat, but I'd suggest heading to an old fashioned buffet for similar quality food and a lower price. read more

We went for lunch and were seated in the wine cellar. The third floor has pretty flower decor but the wine cellar is more quiet and also a very cute atmosphere. The food was incredible! The sarma is done in a very classic way, I think with barley and wheat instead of rice? Absolutely yummy. The cheese pie was perfect. Everyone loved the lamb. The Balkan salad was great. Cevapi were very tender and full of flavor. We are from BiH & all of it was incredibly authentic. But the waiter provided excellent service and it really made the entire visit a highlight for my parents, who were visiting us in DC. I've been to the Shaw location too but I really really liked this one. read more

We were looking for a place to meet up with an old friend (it has been several years since we've last seen her), and our friend made a reservation at Ambar. Overall, it was OK, but there were some annoying issues. Here are my observations: - We were seated for our 6:30pm reservation inside in a room that was just outside the kitchen and bar. Overall, it seemed nice when we arrived, but as the evening went on, the door to the kitchen swung open constantly and the room actually got so loud that it was hard to speak with each other. - Our server came by and asked us what food we wanted before even offering to get us drinks. He also didn't even acknowledge that there was an a la carte menu, which is much lower priced...I asked about it based on seeing it on Yelp so he went and got one so that we could at least glance at it. He did say that either everyone has to order either a la carte or everyone has to order the unlimited menu. - At the very beginning, we told our server that we would want to split the check (my wife and I on one tab and our friend on the other). At the end of the meal, he only brought one check and when I asked about the separate checks, he acknowledged the error and returned with two checks (although he still hadn't accurately recorded the drinks...but we decided to ignore that). - We all ended up ordering the unlimited dinner experience. The food ended up being very good, and the portions were bite-sized so each was perfect to split by three people. The only issue I had is that the runners would dump the dish on our table, say the name quickly, and then dash away so fast that often I had to call someone over to tell us what the dish actually was. It wasn't really a very pleasant dining experience for the price paid ($49.99 per person). - 3.5% restaurant surcharge added to the bill. - My drink sat empty at times as our server seemed to have forgotten about us. Bottom line: The concept is unique and the food was good, but it is way overpriced for what you get (both in terms of food and service). I wouldn't go back. read more

The food was great. the service was so insanely unprofessional. I booked a party of 12 months ago and was told to update to the amount of people who actually RSVP'd 2 days prior and I did... Why did they still try to charge me for 12 people?? Literally went back and forth with the Manager Tami for about 20 minutes about reading the contract I signed and she was so rude about the entire situation. I will NOT be returning read more

Biti Zdrava! What an awesome place. Since this place is super popular, reservations are highly recommended for brunch. I think we were lucky because we only had to wait for 25 minutes for a spot at the bar without a reservation. The AYCE brunch for $34 (an additional $13 for unlimited brunch cocktails) is a generous deal and a perfect way to experience a little bit of everything that Ambar has to offer. The plates are small, but you can order as many or as little as you like within the 2-hour window. Since the brunch menu is quite extensive, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. While everything on the menu was delicious, my favorites were the beet tzatziki, Balkano, Balkan Kebab, and mushroom pilav. Also, all of the sliders were quite delicious. Honestly, there wasn't anything on the menu that I didn't like. In addition to the delicious food, the service was great, and our bartender, S, was AMAZING. Also, our hostess was super friendly and respectful. Although most brunchers will stick to mimosas and Bloody Marys, we decided to try a tasting of Ambar's selection of rakijas. I definitely cannot wait to visit again. read more

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Pros: Very conveniently located right near all of the best DC things to do. Extraordinarily affordable for what they are offering. Perhaps it's so affordable, because the portion sizes are so small, but that is a major pro, because the smaller the portion sizes, the better the odds that I can try one of everything on their menu! Cozy little space. Every seat in the house looked like a nice little date night space. The speed of service was perfect, very little delay. And you never felt pressured to order faster just to get you out of there. Cons: Are you kidding me? Maybe that there isn't one in Orlando, yet. Tips: Lamb Lasagna and Pork Neck. These two amazing dishes took us by complete surprise how good they were. Please, don't pass these by. read more

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Not only was the restaurant so pretty inside, the food was also so delicious! I especially loved the beet tzatziki dip. That was my favorite order. We didn't get the drink pairings, which I do regret, but that just means I have to go again! They have a different menu for brunch and lunch, and I do think I prefer the lunch menu over it! I love an AYCE option so that you can try all the options! The plates are small which is great, because you can really try a little of everything. read more

My friends and I had an amazing experience here! I wanted us to try something different for a dinner before a dressy event and this did not disappoint. We enjoyed everything we sampled and had seconds on the lamb lasagna! I also felt they did a great job of pacing us and explaining the dishes thoroughly. My only regret is that we were too full for dessert! Until next time! read more

One of the best brunches I've ever been to! We decided to do the bottomless mimosas. It's one price for unlimited tapas. We were impressed with the attentive and quick service, as well as the delicious food. The best grits I've ever had. The steak and cheese pie were some other favorites. read more

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I heard about Ambar from a friend whose description was "They just keep bringing you little plates of deliciousnes." Which was spot on! My sister was in town and I wanted to do something different so we booked a table. We arrived and were promptly seated in a very comfortable booth we each ordered a drink and ordered dinner. Our server explained the process but we didn't pay attention and I don't think it mattered. They started bringing food almost immediately. From loaves of warm soft bread to a goolash, Balkan lasagna, chicken topped with a coleslaw almost imperceptibly spicy. An hour passed and we were stuffed, but they kept bringing food, everything was deliciou. My only regret is we had no room for dessert. Note that the meal is pre-fixe at $49 so it's not an inexpensive meal but it is all you can eat. Describing the decor and ambiance is difficult but suffice to say it was very comfortabl, well lit and quiet and nicely complemented the meal. Would I go back? Absolutely!! read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I love the vibes upstairs after work for happy hour--it has such a relaxing feel, and they serve my favorite drinks! The food wasn't bad either; perfect for some after-work munchies. I had the fries and fried chicken, and they hit the spot! The service is great and patience with us!! read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Had a wonderful evening. Food was varied and delicious, service was very attentive and restaurant was pleasant and comfortable. Come hungry, and enjoy. read more

I wish I could give this restaurant an even higher rating than 5 stars. I went here with family and my husband. We were all blown away! We paid a flat rate per person that enables you to receive unlimited tapas for two hours. Rather than select specific dishes, the server gave us the option to be surprised, so we went that route. We had so much fun not knowing what delectable dish would be brought out next to our table. The food was outstanding! We also shared a rakia (fruity brandy) flight which was not for the weak. It definitely packed a punch. The servers were attentive, fun-spirited and friendly. The only downside was the restaurant felt extremely hot inside which had us questioning whether or not they had AC. We were enjoying the experience so much, that despite being hot/somewhat uncomfortable, we forgot to inquire . read more

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First off, great night for outdoor seating which they have. Our first time here and what an incredible experience! The food was absolutely fantastic and highly recommend the Experience. The drinks were great too. But probably the best part was Masha. She was a delight and made our whole experience really special! Can't wait to come back again! read more

Ambar restaurant is a must-visit if you are in D.C. This establishment in Capitol Hill is the first of its kind, as there are 3 other restaurants (Shaw, Clarendon, then Serbia). Ambar is famous for its Balkin tapas-style, unlimited dining experience. It is $49.99 per person for an unlimited dinner and $27.99 for an unlimited drink selection (beer, wine, and certain cocktails). I highly suggest making a reservation if you want to dine here - seems like 1 week is plenty of time. I love the decor and ambiance within the original location, and they recently innovated the second floor. I cannot comment about the first floor past the hostess stand. However, the second floor contains two bars with about 12 tables. There is plenty of bar seating (about 10 in the main bar upstairs). Trendy and homey. FOOD: 1. Spread Sampler (4/5, ajvar dip, urnebes dip, garlic beans dip, and beet tzatziki dip): The spreads were all delicious with their unique tastes! If I had to rank them from most to least favorite: ajvar dip, urnebes dip, beet tzatziki dip, then garlic beans dip. I highly recommend trying this out. Beware not to overeat carbs/slices of bread to try the other tapas! 2. Meat Pie (3/5, crispy phyllo dough, ground beef leeks, served over lemon-garlic yogurt): My friend and I agreed that this could use more meat within this dish. It was also somewhat cold because it was left out for a while, as they mass produce various tapas and leave it out due to the high demand. On a side note, I heard the cheese pie is more delectable than the meat pie. 3. Cauliflower (4/5, parsley-tahini spread, pinenut crumble): It was also somewhat cold because it was left out for a while, as they mass produce various tapas and leave it out due to the high demand. It was good though. I wish I did try more of the other vegetable tapa dishes. 4. Drunken Mussels (5/5, steamed with capers, lemon & house-made rakija garlic cream sauce): My friend absolutely loves mussels, and he kept raving about this. We got two orders of this about 30 minutes apart. I highly recommend it, as the flavors of lemon and garlic cream are comment-worthy. 5. Pepper Croquette (3/5, herb-panko coated marinated piquillo pepper, stuffed with kajmak and aged sheep cheese, cranberry chutney): It was OK. It did have various flavors incorporated into the bite, but the cranberry chutney was a bit too sweet for me. There are two pepper pieces that are herb-panko coated. 6. Lamb Lasagna (4/5, Marcho Farms lamb, eggplant, tomato béchamel & dill): This was definitely in our top 5 favorites of the night. Great flavor. You cannot go wrong with this. Honestly, the portion for this can be a 1-person tapa. 7. Sarma 'Pork Belly Stuffed Cabbage' (3/5, oven-baked for eight hours with root vegetables, rice, and smoked peppers): It was OK. I didn't care to eat more after the first bite. My friend also wasn't a big fan, and he preferred his own stuffed cabbages he made previously. 8. Beef Short Rib Goulash (5/5, Wells Family Farm beef braised for five hours in a red wine reduction, served with trofie pasta): This was superb, and our favorite of the night. I thought I wouldn't be a big fan, but this is full of flavor. It tasted great with the cold weather outside. The short ribs were also tender and did not contain fatty pieces. It reminded my friend of home after the first bite. 9. Slow-Roasted Lamb (2/5, Marcho Farms lamb shoulder roasted for six hours served with braised potatoes, onions & carrots): It was very salty. We did not eat more. 10. Sudzuk Beef Flatbread (3/5, house-made tomato sauce, smoked beef sausage, mozzarella cheese, and oregano): It's like pepperoni flatbread pizza. We only ate one slice each before moving on to try other tapas. I would not order this again because there are other traditional Balkan tapas instead. 11. Slow Roasted Pork (4/5, cooked with oranges & bay leaves for eight hours served on a bed of mashed potatoes & topped with cabbage salad): We both agreed this is also the top 5 from the night. The cabbage salad and mashed potatoes were a fantastic touch, and the slow-roasted pork was not dry! 12. Stuffed Pepper (5/5, local harvest bell peppers stuffed with house-ground Wells Family Farm beef, and raisin rice, served with creamy dill sauce): We both agreed this is also the top 5 from the night. I'm not sure what it was, but the taste keeps you coming back to it. This is definitely shareable between 3-4 people. I loved the raisin rice with the beef and pepper. It does need a little bit of creamy dill sauce overall, but it's definitely a winner. Overall, the food is a solid 4-stars. However, everything added up to be a 5-star experience. The server informed her favorites to us, which are cheese pie and stuffed pepper. Our drinks never touched the bottom. Service was incredible, and we never felt rushed. Would I return? Yes! I advise you to arrive on an empty stomach. read more

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Wow!!!! What an amazing experience dining at AMBAR!!! This is an unbeatable deal for what you're paying. In my opinion, this is the best bottomless lunch you're going to find in DC. There is a 2 hour limit for each table which was initially worrying, but you probably don't need the full 2 hours to eat. I have had negative experiences at other "all you can eat" places where they stall the food to extend the time. However, at AMBAR, you can feel that the staff truly cares about their customers getting the full experience of exploring the menu. Every dish was delivered quickly and orderly. The staff were extremely attentive and always made sure the table had an order coming in. Our lovely server, Courtney, was so attentive and genuine! He made our experience so amazing! Sean, the manager, was also there to introduce the menu and start us off with some dishes which were at our table right away. This amazing staff were just so hospitable and they truly work to make your experience unforgettable. I am amazed by the sheer quality of every single plate that came out - Lunch price for restaurant week was only $25, but dining at Ambar is worth multiples more than what we paid for. This needs to be on everyone's restaurant week list - such a bang for your buck. We left feeling stuffed, and for the quality & quantity, this was an absolute steal. Thank you so much to Sean and Courtney for hosting us and giving us a warm welcome!! We'll be back! read more

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Ambiance - dark and intimate. Inside was nicely decorated. They had a bunch of wine on wall, which was cool. Service - was okay, wish our waiter didn't say a few things.. such as "i will tell you if you are ordering to much food i will cut you off at a certain point" (we ordered unlimited food and drinks) so we all wanted to try new things. So if you didnt finish a tiny plate then he wouldnt like it is basically what he's saying... very odd to just point out. Our table was filled with 6 ladies and we ended up towards the end of night finding a cockroach and telling our waiter and he told us "oh well everyone has those in every restaurant...." Clearly we were unwell.. he ended up giving us $25 coupons when we come back. But we dont live in this state so we wish we got that off our bill that day.. Food - was okay my favorite thing was the beef stroganoff, gnocchi, & tomato soup. I wouldn't come here again it wasn't my favorite food. I'm sure this is something others will like though. Drinks - VERY STRONG, i had margarita classic and it was okay, he forgot to put the salt on the rim. Location - on a busy street, easy to find. UPDATE --- the manager has reached out to me and gave my ladies and I a 50% refund. We do appreciate that they reached back out to us. I do think it was genuine and they felt bad. I would reconsider coming here again if I was back in town. read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Charcuterie & eggplant & TG-Sudzuk Flatbread - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place was delicious! I came with some friends randomly on a weekend and (somehow!) was seated without a reservation. We sat on the third floor in a cherry blossom room that was so pretty. Moving forward in the future, we'd definitely make sure to reserve a spot. It was packed and very busy, so I don't know how we didn't have a wait. Our server was extremely attentive and offered suggestions. I loved everything that we got. We participated in the brunch with unlimited drinks. The drinks were soo good and it was definitely worth the cost. I'd 100% come back to try more things. read more

Ambar was the BOMB. (Except you can't say that in DC.) Visited on Sat night as a group of 4, Juan the bartender took very good care of us [attn management: if you don't promote him immediately, you are wrong]. We did the unlimited dinner and 4 felt like the ideal size (ay yo) with respect to portions. Everything we ordered was shared and neatly sampled - and in the off-chance it wasn't enough, you just get another one! That's the beauty of unlimited ; ) Ambiance: lively, hip and happening. At the ripe olde age of 33 my time in this scene is ending, but I can definitely see the young crowd having a lovely time here. Also important to note that you can actually SEE what you're eating and HEAR your dining companions, so that's nice. Food: I really should have snapped pics. The spreads were great - especially the pepper-based ones - asparagus was lovely, halloumi slapped of course, lamb medallion was nice, ditto the skewers. Overall a really solid place to do tapas-but-not-tapas. BE ADVISED, though, you gonna want to clear your plate... per policy, Ambar does not offer to-go boxes on the unlimited. Annoying but I completely understand where the biz is coming from. Ah and the mocktails! Crisp, bright, refreshing. Good way to yank the palate wide open in anticipation of all the incoming meat. (ay yo.) Overall: bravo, Ambar! We shall return. read more

Came here for Sunday Brunch during our DC Vist. While DC is not known as a foodie town per se, Ambar may break that mold. Family of 4, we were seated in the very top floor. This is the floor you might see in pictures with the pink flowers on the ceiling. While crazy slipper floors (waitstaff said they changed to a diff cleaning product) the room was bright and certainly had an instagram feel to it. The other floor, esp the middle (2nd), was more subdued with wood floors. As the dad, toss up which i would like more :) It's important to know that there is no individual a la carte menu for brunch. $35 per person. Add some alky drinks for the adults and two mocktails for the kids and tip and tax, the meal came to $250 ish. Not exactly for the weak! Since it was unlimited, we said we have never had this cuisine and just to bring us dishes. And they did. And then some more. Sill not entirely sure what Balkan food is, but I enjoyed the heck out of it. Even the started 'multi dip' plate was fantastic. There were poached egg dishes, there were sausages, and of course dessert. I recommend everyone trying this. Glad we went (and would go again!). read more

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For the price, unbeatable. 5/5. The food, marvelous. My favs were the croquettes, baby carrots, pork belly, the mussels (that sauce), all of the spreads and their bread. 4/5. The service, unbeatable, but especially Courtney and Sean (manager), slightly more Courtney. 5/5. No complaints. Just happiness. read more

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Unlimited Lunch for $27.50 is a real value in DC. It is small tapas but you get to pick how much of each item you want. It is quaint enough for a good conversation or a first date as many folks inside are doing. Definitely a place you can stay for hours. The best thing was the fried chicken. It was a real winner and stood out among the rest of the dishes. The pork was the 2nd best dish. Definitely skip the baklava. It was too cold and not flaky at all. Also nice touch for them to give us a free anniversary dessert. It was a sweet ending to a great lunch! read more

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The weekday lunch deal is one of my favorites. Definitely go with a group of 4+ folks so you can try a little bit of everything. read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Ambar's bottomless brunch was delicious. Our favorite dishes were the lamb lasagna, the beet tzaiki, asparagus, lamb balls, salmon, and a few others. We ate to our hearts content. The third floor was very very cute. Our server Sean was excellent. He made our experience over 5 stars worthy, was very knowledgeable, and attentive. He even gave us a special treat for visiting for the first time! Can't wait to return!!! read more

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We had a most pleasant experience here celebrating a dear friend's birthday last night. It's good for groups. The food is delicious and the service is great. It features items that are inspired from the Balkans. I thoroughly enjoyed the cheese pie and the Brussels sprouts. They have group dining and drink options. It's good for celebrating birthdays as well. I recommend a rideshare booking to get there to avoid having to pay for parking. They also have outdoor dining options. They have a two-hour dining limit I believe just for those ordering the group, community-style dining options. I'm a fan and would love to return in the future. Bravo! read more

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The vibe here is TERRIFIC. There are great booths and cute outside seats, even the bar is adorable. I came here because they have an unlimited brunch and after a long run it was exactly what I wanted. I can't speak to the traditional menu but if you are headed here for the weekend unlimited brunch deal this is what you need to know. The cheese sandwich is excellent, so is the cheese pie and the Mac and cheese. Basically you can't go wrong with anything cheese related, all the sweets are terrific too. The blueberry waffle was a favorite of mine. The eggs are basic and not great. Unless you are craving eggs I'd avoid them. The pita is good, as are the dips but when there are so many delicious things you might not want to spend too much of your tummy space on them. The flatbreads are good, the sausages delicious and the kale salad held it's on a pretty cheese forward menu. You can have unlimited breakfast drinks, but they are super sweet and pretty watered down. You get coffee and drinks included so you might as well enjoy but just be prepared for the sugar hangover. The service is fine - pretty good for people who are feeding folks unlimited drinks and dishes for two Hours. (There is a strict time limit). They are nice enough and the food comes out fast. Overall, a great deal! read more

You must make it a point to dine at this restaurant. We tried so many small plates with wonderful flavors. Nothing disappointed us. We went during restaurant week and we learned that there was not too many changes to the menu if you timed outside of restaurant week. Nothing disappointed. The chef came out and spoke to us many times and was very engaging, and the staff was all very polite. It struck me as interesting in a good way was many people asked us throughout our dining experience if we had any food allergies. Make it a point to come to this restaurant when you are in DC. We will be back. read more

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Decided to check out Ambar with a friend for brunch on a Sunday afternoon. Here are my a few of my thoughts: Environment I've been here before for a birthday celebration so this was my second time. This spot has a few floors for seating and outside seating. The first time around we sat on their top floor since we had a bigger party which was nice and spacious enough for our party. This time around we set outside in their make shift outside dining space. It had a nice ambiance and the weather was perfect. It's not a ton of space outside but it didn't feel over packed for a busy Sunday brunch. Service The service was great! For a busy Sunday brunch with a ton of food and drinks going around our server did a great job of making sure we had all we needed and that the food and drinks were flowing. Our server made sure we had everything we needed and did a great job of checking on us periodically. Food Ambar has a great bottomless food and drink option for brunch at a pretty decent price especially for DC. Usually when you have these deals the food or drinks are missing something but thats not the case here. When you pick this option they have an a la carte menu where you tell your server what items you want off the menu and they bring them to your table. There's no limit to how many times you choose items. Order as much as you want! This goes the same with mimosas and they have a few different kind of mimosas to choose from. The food was pretty good and they have a wonderful amount of options to choose from. A few stand outs for me were the mimi burgers, the mac and cheese, the tomato soup, the potatoes, and scrambled eggs. The mimosas are also pretty good and get the job done. lol Overall We had a good time at the Ambar. Really enjoyed the drinks and the food was good with many choices so there is something for everybody. The bottomless option for both food and drinks are great at a very good price point for DC. I will definitely come back and add to my list of good "affordable" places for bottomless brunch and drinks here in the Capitol city. check it out! read more

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Great food selection, a good vibe inside, and service was friendly. I recommend getting the gnocchi and the dessert platter. read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Dessert platter - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Delish all around! I came here for brunch and really enjoyed the entire experience. We got bottomless mimosas and were able to choose from multiple flavors. We got about 6 or 8 different plates and I literally could not choose a favorite - they were all so good! Also, our waiter really elevated the experience. He was so friendly and funny with us and was quick to refill our drinks (he really let us have that bottomless mimosa experience :)). Also, the restaurant itself is gorgeous. The floral decoration and natural lighting really added to the overall fantastic vibes and I cannot wait to return for another great brunch or meal experience! read more

Ambar hands down is one of the best brunch experiences I have had! Brunch is my favorite meal so when I saw unlimited small plates and bottomless mimosas for $50 I had to go. The mango hibiscus mimosa is a must-try! I was tempted to try the other flavors but that one was so good I stuck to it. Now for the food, we tried a bit of everything. My favorites were the salmon benedict, hanger steak, omelet, chicken sliders and kale salad. We had a few items that were just ok so not worth mentioning. The service was quick and my glass was never empty and the food did not stop coming. We sat outside which was perfect but the inside of the restaurant was beautiful and definitely a great spot for a birthday brunch celebration. There are also additional locations in NOVA! I will definitely be going back. read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Came here for brunch and had a great time. Food was really good and we did the unlimited food/drinks option for a bachelorette weekend. They were fairly consistent on bringing food out, they bring it in individual/small tapas style so come hungry!! Mimosas were really good as well. read more

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We enjoyed our recent visit here very much. I started with a glass of the red Serbian wine the waiter recommended. It was good. We had the urnebes spread to start & were very happy with it. For our main entree we had the lamb. It was very good, tender & flavorful. We also had a side dish of cauliflower & liked it very much too. Urnebes read more

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Came her for bottomless brunch and was not disappointed! We got so much food I can't remember all of the menu items. The item set did stand out were the crispy cheese sandwich, the mac and cheese and the dips. The food came out quickly and had very good quality. The server was on top of it when it came to refilling our drinks. I enjoyed the Bellini the most. We did try the mix berry and the mimosa. Would highly recommend this for a bottomless brunch!! The ambiance was wonderful. The decor was beautiful! read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Tomato soup, yogurt and granola, Mac and cheese, tomato cucumber salad, dips, unlimited drinks! - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Wow, what an experience! Interesting concept with the prix fixe unlimited small plate menu and drinks accompaniment. Food was delicious and cocktails were well made. Service was prompt and friendly. We had someone with food allergies in our group and our waitress, Hannah, was so attentive and mindful of our needs. She was very patient in walking us through the menu and gave us several (amazing) recommendations. Atmosphere was fun and cozy. Highly recommended, especially if you can get Hannah! read more

Had a very fun time here for bottomless brunch with friends on a beautiful Saturday! We had made a reservation in advance, but they were quite busy so it took about ten minutes to get seated. We had a lovely server who was very friendly. We found that food came out pretty quickly, and it didn't take too long to get our mimosas refilled. I knocked down a star just because the food was hit or miss. My favorites: - Mango Hibiscus Mimosa - Beef Sausage - Vegetable Flatbread - Potato Hash - Scrambled Eggs - Cheese Pie My least favorites: - Tomato soup (very liquidy) - Shrimp Omelette (overcooked) - Mac and Cheese (too liquidy) The unlimited brunch is definitely a cool concept so I would recommend this place! The vibes are fun as well. read more

Where do I begin? I think the element that stood out the most was the service. Unreal attentiveness and speed by our main server! The other team members who assisted with bringing bites and beverages were grand, but our main guy... he was awesome! The food was incredible, though! I don't know if they currently offer an a la carte menu, but we were there for the AYCE option anyway. And let me tell you, it was well worth it! They made some great recommendations for us, since it was our first time, and literally every dish we tried, we loved! (Okay, maybe one dish per person where we weren't blown away, but still!) My personal favorites were the dips, the breads, the meat and cheese pies, the Brussels sprouts, the grilled sausage, and the grilled/roasted lamb. I mean... it was basically everything we ordered, but I stand by my claim! So good... so savory... so Balkan. Admittedly, I didn't know a ton about Balkan cuisine other than what I'd read online, but this was a crash course in deliciousness. I can't stress this enough: try as much as you can. There is no charge for individual items, and you can order seconds (or more) of anything you've already tried. We did this with both the meat pie and the fried dough (*drool*). We didn't make it to dessert, we were so full from dinner! And drinks. Oh yeah... the drinks. Our guests said they were the best margaritas ever! And I have to admit, they were darn good... maybe even the best. For $27, though, you get AYCD options from beer, wine, or a set list of cocktails. It was a generous list, though, so you aren't missing out. Well worth the cost. My wife and I got the three-brandy sets, though, which were also stellar! We ordered three each, all different ones, so we could try as many as we could (without having to stumble out of there). The décor inside isn't particularly gimmicky, which was also a nice touch. The ambiance overall leant itself nicely to a date night experience, though I should caution that the volume got very loud as the place got busier. We were there very early for dinner (around 5:15 - we had a show to get to), so we saw the transformation from just opening to FULL. It's a popular joint, clearly! Overall, this is definitely worth checking out. You have plenty of options to find a dish that suits your palette, along with libations to match. It's noisy, but if you're there for the food and a lively atmosphere, it's a must-do. read more

Food amazing. Service great. Ambiance fabulous. Keep a lookout for when they offer the all you can taste option $55 unlimited (can't take any food home but the dessert) and unlimited drinks for $27. Check the prices beforehand bc outside sign stated $49.99 plus tax and the menu inside said $55. Everything was truly delicious. The flavors of the sauces to the meats, cheeses, lasagna, fried chicken and OMG with the bread....yum!! Whether you are looking for a great date night spot or family is in town(like we were) this is a very nice place to visit and give your tastes buds a time to remember. Get out there and try it for yourselves!! I guarantee you'll enjoy the experience. read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - Unlimited small plates from 1/8-1/28 2024 - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Nice, aesthetic place for a meal near Eastern Market. We went for the unlimited brunch for $35. The menu has a good variety of options, with things like charcuterie, flatbreads, and sweet options. I did think that there was little to no Balkan influence for the majority of the dishes - it honestly just kind of felt like a regular American brunch, with the addition of some Balkan spreads and some feta cheese sprinkled here and there. Maybe there's more Balkan foods on the lunch or dinner menus, but I wouldn't say it's really the place to go if you want a unique brunch experience. None of the dishes really stood out to me as particularly memorable, but all still tasted pretty good. The decor is really the highlight in my opinion - we went for the cherry blossom decorations but it would be cool to go during the different seasons as I believe they switch it out. You have to specifically request the rooftop though as the bottom levels are more plain. The service was good at first but I will say it kind of dwindled after the first hour or so. They were still quick with refilling drinks and waters but we literally had to start flagging people down to put in more orders. Not sure if they were just trying to prevent us from ordering too much or if it's because we were on the rooftop so there weren't as many people. Overall though still a good experience and I think it's a fun place to bring friends from out of town! read more

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill - rooftop area - Modern European Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My sister & I made a reservation for 2pm for the bottomless brunch and we were so pleased with everything! We waited about 10 mins to get seated once we checked in. Our server made sure to explain the bottomless brunch option to us as well as the serving sizes for each item. The place was pretty busy but everyone was very attentive. Every single thing we ordered was absolutely amazing!! We started with the hummus and pita bread/cornbread which was the perfect appetizer. We ordered everything from eggs, bacon, chicken sliders, to the strawberry waffles and donuts. I was very pleased with my dining experience and will 100% recommend Ambar to anyone looking for a good Saturday brunch! read more

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