Very delicious pasta and filling. Service was fast and attentive. Went to dinner with friends but ambiance would be wonderful for a first date. read more

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Was looking forward to a great meal, and we found everything to be pretty mediocre unfortunately. Lobster pasta, pesto pasta, wine Wine was a tiny portion. Honest and hopefully generous wine pours show me your spirit and care. This was careless. Lobster pasta was okay but barely had any lobster in there. The sauce was fine but nothing more than that. Pesto pasta was okay and would've benefited a lot from being served hot read more

20min plus after my reservation time they told me they didn't know when they could seat me because the kitchen was backed up.

Decided to head down to the West Village for dinner and got two seats at the bar. The bartender was very nice and made me a very good Negroni to go with my Mafaldine Al Ragù. The food was very good, though the price point was high compared to similar places on the UWS. All in all a good experience and I'd go back. This time I think I'll get the pizza. It looked great. read more

This is the loudest restaurant we have eaten at in years. We were very much looking forward to meeting our nephew in the city and having a leisurely beautiful Italian dinner with family conversation and could not hear each other talk. Is this a nightclub or a restaurant? The waiter came over of course no one could hear him. He couldn't hear us. Couldn't really engage or hear the specials because the music was so incredibly loud. What is up with restaurants not realizing that people want to have a conversation during dinner? What a complete bummer. We scarfed our food down as fast as we possibly could to get the hell out of there. read more

Ambra - Cacio e Pepe - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Had a quick double pasta dinner here as I was called to a more important function. Just keeping it real, the ragu had no meat in it and it cost like $34. Justine's has a real ragu with a substantial portion of meat. This was chintzy. Even when paired with another pasta, I was hungry like two hours later. Really nice atmosphere, though, and the people watching from a window seat was great. read more

I came here on a Friday afternoon for a late lunch early dinner. I walked into the restaurant but the host never checked me in until hours later while I was waiting for the check. I opted for the summer restaurant week menu. I started off with a glass of Gavi, which was refreshing and paired well with my orders of Truffle Croquettes, Fennel Salad, Branzino and Budino. Dinner was not served until after 5pm so I started off with their bar menu which included the fennel salad. The salad was refreshing and filling at the same time. The branzino was fileted and generous. I ate half and took the rest home with half of the truffle croquettes. The budino was a great end to my dining experience. read more

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This place is so delicious!!!! I love the energy, it's got a fun sexy vibe. Everything we had was delicious!!! The service was on point, super attentive and so helpful on picking out dishes! Definitely coming back! read more

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Overall 10 out of 10 would return to Ambar. We went for a restaurant week and I was a little disappointed with the steak fruits when they brought out such a tiny slice of it. I was like oh OK. Me and my friend literally started laughing. But we ordered a couple more and they were more regular sized. The salmon was a little bit dry, but definitely enjoyed the Bronzino. Also, the lamb medallions are very juicy almost melting in your mouth would definitely get those. read more

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Food was amazing.I came for dinner and we had almost everything on the menu we started off with the burrata which came with prosciutto, insalata pienontese, carpaccio di zucchinie. Which were all light and refreshing. Perfect start for appetizers. Then we got the branzino, pollo al mattone, veal chop Milanese. All were cooked to perfection and the branzino was deboned. Make sure to get the lobster pasta it hits the service was on point servers are very attentive and knowledgeable. The ambiance it what you think of when going to the west village cute cozy and inviting. The perfect neighborhood Italian restaurant. I highly recommend and will be coming back. Our server defiantly left a good impression we will be back for him ask for Francesko and Daniele read more

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LOUD- If you're expecting a dinner where you can have a conversation where you can hear the other person, think again. Food- tricolor salad was very bland. I make better salad dressing at home. We had to ask the waiter to bring more salad dressing, and even with the dressing it still tasted bland. For $22, the salad was not worth it. The grilled octopus and chicken were good but nothing I would cry home about. The aperol spritz was great. Our waiter always came in a timely fashion, but overall I won't be returning. $97(including 15% tip) for 2 aperol spritz, half of the salad I shared, and the grilled octopus. No thank you, not worth it. If I were to return, it would be at the bar to get a drink. Other than that, a hard no from me. read more

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I had the most amazing lunch, having stumbled upon the restaurant at random! Everything was superb, from the cocktail (Negroni Sbagliato) to dessert. My clams amatriciana, followed by linguine al granchio, were delicious. The service was welcoming, friendly and impeccable. Next visit to New York, I'll be back! read more

Ambra is outstandingly hospitable and delectable! Manager Anthony and his entire staff are incredible. Attention to detail and timing off the of the food was on point. We were there for Father's Day celebration and every bite was delicious. We started with a prosciutto platter (perfectly aged), insalata di mare (so fresh), tartufata pizza (truffle not over powering and the crust was nice and crispy) and shared a spaghetti cacio pepe (perfect with the homemade pasta). What a incredible way to start the meal. Entrees: Parppadelle al ragu -- we love fresh homemade pasta. My son devoured this, we were just lucky enough to grab a taste before it was all gone. Linguine vongole - linguine was perfectly al dente. The flavors were so tasty. Taglatelle al pesto - pesto was so delicious. My daughter's favorite is pesto, but icing on this dish was the crispy prosciutto. Bistecce - my husband loved his steak. Period. We barely managed to get to dessert but we had to try the Olive Oil cake and their zabaione foam with strawberry... WOW!!! 2 weeks later we came back with friends for cocktails and app. Thank you for a wonderful meal!!! read more

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Ambra deserves every single one of these 10 stars! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, elegant, and inviting. Giovanni went above and beyond--he guided us through the special, that was amazing and delicious. his recommendation was absolutely incredible. The flavors were out of this world, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. The drinks were fantastic, and I especially loved the mocktail--refreshing, creative, and just as special as my husbands crafted cocktail. It really showed how much thought and care the team puts into every detail. Between the outstanding food, flawless service, and Giovannis genuine hospitality, this was easily one of the best dining experiences I've ever had in NYC. I cannot wait to come back and bring friends to experience Ambra for themselves. A true gem! read more

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GET THE TIRAMISU!! Good food, but a complete shit show with managing reservations and waitlist. A restaurant of this size should not be seating tables of 12 and 24 people, which backs up everything else. Greed! Good short list of wines by the glass. Loved the focaccia (was more like pita), lobster and ravioli pasta. The Tiramisu was probably one of the best I have tried in NY, light and fluffy! I'll come back again even if it's just for the said dessert, with the hope not to wait forever. read more

Such a great meal! Came here on a Thursday night at 8pm and it was packed. There's outdoor dining as well but we sat inside and it was pretty noisy but we were still able to chat. Their wine bottle prices are very reasonable and we had the Domenico which was delicious. We started with the homemade focaccia with three dips which was more like a pita but was absolutely delicious with each dip and the vegan kale salad which was refreshing and crunchy. For our mains we split the margherita pizza and pappardelle which were both incredible and the perfect portion size. We ended with the chocolate mousse which was decadent and had a lovely crunch. Definitely recommend for a date night or small group of friends! read more

Ambra - Margherita pizza and pappardelle - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Ambra is a tiny + cozy Italian spot in West Village with a small but thoughtful menu. The menu is not expansive but has some tasty choices. To drink, I highly suggest the Ambra Spritz, maybe 2 rounds for good measure. The Foccacia Appetizer is definitely a must-I enjoyed the spreads served alongside the pizza crust-like bread. As my entree, I had the Pachheri Cacio e Pepe - it was good and very rich and peppery. It could have used a tad more salt, but I enjoyed this take on the classic. Portions here are on the smaller side, so I definitely suggest an appetizer or two like we did. Our server was great as well. The restaurant is on the InKind app, be sure to download and get your cash back: https://app.inkind.com/refer/L4SRGITC read more

WoW... very nice surprise, I just thought it was gonna be a regular dinner on a Tuesday night, and it turned out to be a culinary experience. Little did I know this is managed by renown chef. Service though amicable it is Sloooow, it took the a good 60 minutes to bring our food but then... it was worth it. read more

Ambra - The New York Strip was amazing - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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I was invited back to Ambra and we went for dinner. Their dinner menu is great- spaghetti pomodoro was particularly delicious as was the burrata salad. The best burrata salad I've had probably- tomatoes were sweet (how?) and the hummus focaccia bread platter was great too. Their menu is high quality and the prices reflect that. Their ginger beer cocktail is really special as well. Service was good, the hostess was kind. It's a really cute restaurant, Saturday night you can definitely get a table but it's crowded enough to feel like you're "out". Depends on if you like that sort of thing! Still recommended as a good spot to stop for drinks as well. read more

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Had cacio de Pepe as an appetizer between 2 people - needed another appetizer because it wasn't filling enough . Main was chicken parm- one of the smallest chicken parm's I have had in a while . Bottom line food was ok portion size was poor especially for the money. And to boot -5 minutes after we paid our bill some guy comes over and says oh would u mind getting up . Who does that . Only reason it is 2 stars is because it was a decent vibe - but so wasn't worth it at all ! Too expensive for the small portions and again who asks u too leave ?? Would never come back read more

Made Valentine's Day reservations more than a month in advance, yet we were seated directly next to the bathroom at a makeshift table--even though multiple other tables remained open for the entire duration of our meal. The waiter had a poor attitude and made us feel like we were an inconvenience rather than paying guests. Both pasta dishes arrived cold, which was especially disappointing given the occasion. The rigatoni sauce tasted like generic, discount-store marinara with no depth or freshness. Overall, this was a highly disappointing experience, and we will not be returning. read more

Very good Italian cuisine in the west village. Walked by here a few times and they always seemed busy so I gave it a try. Had the burrata for the appetizer and it was so good. The cheese really does melt in your mouth. It went very well with the arugula salad. The pasta dishes were good as well. I liked my pasta dish with lobster. All of the food came out pretty quickly. It is very dimly lit inside if you like that ambiance. read more

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Nice new hot spot in WV. Given the owner and fresh pastas - I am sure this place will be a hit. We happened to go on a rainy Sunday evening so it was a little less crowded than I thought it would be. Waiter was helpful. Wine list and cocktails have a good variety. Pasta selection is 10/10 truly could eat every one of them. Steak was yummy but it was a little under for us. And my wife got the branzino which she loved. For apps order the focaccia and the artichokes! read more

Ambra - Branzino - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Ambra was very much ok. I came here with a friend for dinner and the vibes were great - lovely little restaurant and nice decor. The service was also good but the quality of the food was very average. The flavors were pretty mild across the board and each dish was pretty simple. We started with the focaccia which was good but felt like something i could get at the supermarket. We then had the ragu and bronzino - also both pretty average - nothing blew me out of the water or shocked me. Dessert was ok - we got the olive oil cake and they comped us the tiramisu - the tiramisu was better than the olive oil cake although the cake did have a nice lemon flavor it was very mild. read more

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It used to be a favorite of my sons for pasta, but today I had to leave early because there were rats scurrying around in the front dining room into the kitchen. I don't like to make posts like this, but I became worried about their levels of cleanliness, especially since my children love their pasta. read more

So my lady and I went to Ambra for de lunch . We ordered pasta and drinks. The drinks were pedestrian and nothing special. The pasta came really fast like it was already prepared! Then no bread was served, Until I was almost done I had to ask for bread. When the bread came it was cold like it was in the fridge! This is not Italian ! I will not be going back or recommend this place to anyone . Goodbye and good riddance ! read more

Given all the hype I really wanted to love Ambra, but unfortunately they are not living up to their marketing. Great cocktails and terrific vibe. For a new restaurant Ambra is packed with a lot of energy. Unfortunately the food and service are highly flawed and do not live up to either the hype or the excitement of the diners. The head-on shrimp were very good and the pizza was merely typical. We had to send one pasta dish back as did the people sitting next to us. Both the front of the house and the kitchen need a lot of work. It is great to have a celebrity chef, but at least in the beginning the chef needs to be there all the time and the chef not being there on the a busy Friday night is not the way to pump out excellent food every time. The wine list and dessert menu are both too limited for a restaurant that aims to be a destination restaurant. read more

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I think this is my new go-to italian spot in the city! :) I love the ambiance here- it's cute and cozy and the noise level was just enough where it's buzzy but not too loud. For the food, here's what I tried! - burrata: delicious!! - fluke crudo: really yummy, a little fishy for me - cacio e pepe: one of their recommendations, really good and a big portion size! - pappardelle: also one of their recommendations, might have been my favorite of the meal - seared NY strip steak: really delicious, would recommend! - affogato: classic, and so delicious!! for cocktails, I tried two of the tequila ones -this one's for you" and "anana picante" - I think "this one's for you" was my favorite because I like a sweeter cocktail. would highly recommend coming for a date night or group of friends! also the staff was so sweet, I felt they went out of their way to make you feel welcome! read more

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This place is so so incredible with a great vibe inside. It has the cozy, West-Village feel while also giving you and your table the privacy and comfort of a thriving environment. The pest Gnocchi was TO DIE FOR and you MUST get the dip trio. I try to replicate the kale salad at home but i can't it's a must get!! The meatball, the sauce, the homemade bread and margarita pizza...AMAZING not to mention the cocktails! Plenty of tequila cocktail options which i loved The lighting was dark so i didn't take any pics but you've got to trust me read more

A vibe. Incredible hospitality, ambiance, music and overall experience. Went with 2 of my friends on Valentine's at 9:30 pm and got great food & drink recs from our server, Carlos. The food was pitch perfect.. the burrata.. the veal.. insane. Thank you, Ambra team! We really had a great experience and I'll be sure to tell everyone I know about it. read more

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Came here last night for a friend's birthday dinner. The food, the service and the ambiance were all excellent. We got seated right away. We had a fixed menu since we had a large group, which included the following dishes: - House made focaccia with three dipping sauces - Octopus carpaccio - Burrata - Pappardelle au ragu - Tagliatelle al limone - Roasted branzino and sautéed spinach - Desserts (a cheesecake, a mousse, and a torte). Everything was so good it would be hard to pick a favorite dish. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Nice surprise. Authentic. Homemade pasta. Excellent Italian flavors. Our resi down the street didn't work out and many places around were full in a Sunday night. We walked in and not many people seated which is not always a good sign. Not sure why- the service was good, great wine list and three pasta dishes with a farro salad to start were perfect. And the chilled Italian dessert was divine. A great find read more

Loved this spot- it was cozy and had a very cool ambiance and vibe. The food was excellent and service top notch. I had the gemelli which was prepared perfectly and friend ordered a pizza - light thin crust and delicious. We had appetizers and a salad as well. Good drinks. Cant wait to go back again. Overall one of my new favorite restaurants in the west village! read more

Finally got in ..... We really liked this food. The service was ok.... The only issue we had was the NOISE. This place had music on, it was fairly looud. It caused the customers to speak louder... The noise was unbearablr read more

Few selections, very small portions, sour wine ,not worth a second chance. Not very accommodating. Reserved tables unused. They stride to have us sit at uncomfortable stools, and counter by the window. We moved outside, where it was cold. Very disappointing read more

This cozy restaurant has left an amazing impression on my family and myself. This restaurant has hospitable hosts, great service and attentive servers. The dishes were delicious and had both beautiful presentation and wonderful homemade dessert. I recommend to everyone! I would like to come back here again. We ordered the octopus and burrata as an appetizer and had the homemade tiramisu for dessert. read more

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I must say there was 19 or 20 of us here for dinner last night 4/26/2025 and I will tell you they did not skip a beat from the drinks to the appetizers to the entry meal of pizza which I think is the best pizza I've had yet (thin) steak salads pasta you name it we had it the owner stop by multiple times to check on us. Price point was on the Money wine list was absolutely perfect per his choice. The only complaint I had is there's a line to the bathroom one thing I will tell you it was that good that I will physically drive 150 miles to do this again. Thank you to all the staff chef bartenders, etc.. you made for a great night read more

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Food was fine 2 star review because they sat us at 7:25 for a 7pm reservation and then at 8:15 chased us 3 times for the table back. They kept saying they weren't "making us leave but asking as a favor". Telling us (again not at all asking or requesting) 3 times in the span of 30 seconds that you need the table back, especially when we've only been seated for less than an hour, is not a favor. To be fair to them they did offer a free drink at the bar to get the table back, but we hadn't finished the drinks we already had yet. Would not go back solely based on the service. read more

This was an experience to say the least. 9:30 reservation, seated at 10:30. We kindly checked in with the hostess 3 times and received an apology, but no expectation of remaining wait time. To our own efforts, finally spoke to a man who seemed to be the restaurant manager who proceeded to tell us he was just hearing about our delayed seating; an apologie was provided, we were seated an hour and 15min later and they comped our bottle of wine, 2013 Barolo, Much appreciated and really the most enjoyable item we ordered. Having worked in the industry for 18+ years it pains me to write this kind of review as I typically give grace to hospitality operations however, I was incredibly disappointed in this experience and with the lack of recovery. We were in consistent conversation with the hostess and when the manager walked by several times he never made eye contact. When it was time to seat us, he became engaged and then claimed he only just heard about our long wait. When I suggested this wasn't our fault, he immediately became defensive and told me to calm down, which is hysterical because anyone who knows me it would take a lot more than this to get me worked up. Food was sub par at best. We order the burrata, beets, truffle pizza, Limone, and short rib pasta. Truffle pizza was a joke. I literally laughed after my first bite that this was being served. It is cream cheese and chive with truffle oil... we were joking about having a Bagel pizza, literally was curious if I sprinkled everything seasoning on it if it would be more acceptable than what was served. Pasta, I personally would be ashamed to serve to anyone. It was brittle, no chew and terrible texture--this is New York City and there a thousands of better Italian options. Step up your food and your customer service. read more

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The ambiance is nice. It feels warm and homey while keeping an upscale vibe. I came for a promoter dinner and the pastas were filled with flavor but portions are on the smaller side. The bread with dips were delicious & the dessert is also delicious. The service is a bit slow but it was a weekend. read more

Ambra - Pasta - Italian Near Me - New York, New York