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Ambar - Shaw, Washington, DC

Ambar - Shaw

4.6
4.6
460 Reviews
$30 and under
Balkan style

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2 people
19:00
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Booked 71 times today
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  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Great for brunch

Welcome to Ambar, 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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Balkan style, Modern European, Eastern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Unlimited Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Unlimited Lunch Mon, Wed–Fri 12:00–15:30 Happy Hour Mon 12:00–22:00 Wed–Fri 12:00–19:00 Unlimited Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri 16:00–22:30 Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:30 Late Night Fri, Sat 23:30–00:00
  • Phone number
    (202) 478-2280
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nikola Stefanovic
  • Catering
    Whether you are socializing with your coworkers or entertaining your friends and family at home, Ambar Catering will always be fresh and always delicious.
  • Private party facilities
    Ambar is the perfect place for all types of private and corporate events. With beautiful design perfect for event space- exceptional food and drinks and our professionally trained staff, Ambar is the place of choice when it comes to your celebration.
  • Private party contact
    Marijana Skerlic: (202) 913-8324
  • Area
    Shaw
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Two blocks from the Shaw-Howard University Metro station accessible on the yellow and green lines.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Dinner Winter Restaurant Week

    US$55.00 per person

    20 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025
    THE BEST RW DEAL - $55 per person includes unlimited selection of small plates, dessert and a drink of choice. Winter Restaurant Week at Ambar starts early, January 20 and ending Feb 9. Experience next-level Balkan Dining Without Limits! Enhance your experience with unlimited selected drinks - $27.99 per person
    Dinner Winter Restaurant Week photo
  • Lunch Winter Restaurant Week

    US$25.00 per person

    20 Jan 2025 - 9 Feb 2025
    $25 per person includes unlimited selection of small plates! Winter Restaurant Week at Ambar starts early, January 20 and ending Feb 9. Experience next-level Balkan Dining Without Limits! Enhance your experience with unlimited selected drinks - $27.99 per person
    Lunch Winter Restaurant Week photo
  • Dinner Valentines Day

    US$99.00 per person

    14 Feb 2025 - 15 Feb 2025
    The Valentine’s Day menu is priced at $99.99 per person for dinner and includes complimentary bottomless drinks from the featured menu. Couples will dine on unlimited small plates from Ambar's extensive menu including spreads, charcuterie, soups & salads, vegetables, baked items, slow-cooked food, from the wood fire grill, chef delicacies, seafood sections and dessert to share. Additional small plates which are available exclusively throughout Valentine's Day weekend include the Branzino with lemon dashi sauce, moravska salsa and watercress; Dalmatian Grilled Calamari with stewed spinach and garlic potatoes; Oxtail Ragu Gnocchi with veggie stew and pickled jalapeños, as well as Ambar’s signature Forrest Gnocchi dessert to share.
    Dinner Valentines Day photo

What 460 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambar - Shaw offers a vibrant dining experience with "fantastic food" and "great service." The menu boasts a wide range of "delicious vegetarian options" and diverse dishes, perfect for sharing. Patrons praise its "beautiful atmosphere" and "interesting wines." While some mention noise levels, the unlimited small plates provide "great value."
460 Reviews
  1. Bradley

    VIP

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Food was great quality and delicious.

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  2. Sarah

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always delicious at Ambar! Our server Maria was fantastic and anticipated our every wish. We loved the experience of Restaurant week at Ambar!

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  3. HollyC

    Orlando

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    May be my best restaurant experience yet, and I actually consider myself a foodie!! The service (Nemo?) was exceptional and the food was plentiful, delicious, and well-paced. Two hours was perfect for all you can eat! Such a pretty place too!! Go there if you have a chance!

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  4. Lily

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    A Mixed Experience The food, drinks, and ambiance at this spot were definitely enjoyable. We visited as a large group, and they were able to accommodate us, though the restaurant itself is quite tight on space. Our table was very close to others, and the noise level made it tough to have conversations with both the waiter and the people sitting next to us. The biggest letdown, however, was the service. We were left waiting for over 10-15 minutes before we could get a server’s attention. I had to actively ask what was going on and whether we could place an order. While the all-you-can-drink deal is a phenomenal price for sangria, bloody Mary’s, and mimosas, the refills took too long. On the plus side, the food was really good. There were options to satisfy everyone in our group, but the service just didn’t keep pace with the rest of the experience. Overall, if you're looking for solid food and drinks, this place delivers. The price is good for an all you can eat and drink DC brunch experience. Be prepared for a noisy, cramped atmosphere and slower service than expected.

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  5. Toni

    VIP

    E. Tennessee

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My partner and I went for brunch. We love the hospitality, food and vibes. The Balkan food was not only healthy, but tasty. We loved the pita bread and beet tzatziki, white bean hummus, chicken sliders, vitamin salad, scrambled eggs, bacon, mushroom flatbread and Carmel apple waffles are some of our favs. We made reservations to sit at the bar and it was a great spot. We will definitely be back soon.

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  6. Jessica

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for brunch, food was great & Nemo was amazing. The perfect amount of attentiveness and service to a group of 5 girls catching up.

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  7. Deija

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good overall........................................

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  8. Marquez (Marq)

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Sasta was AMAZING! The food was GREAT! Ambience was Outstanding! Drinks were FANTASTIC! Restrooms were clean. I’ll be back soon. 🙃

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  9. Ernie

    New York City

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our evening at Ambar was amazing! The food was fantastic, the service was on top of everything! Would go back again in a heartbeat!

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  10. Destiny

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kris was super sweet and helpful. Food was delicious!

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FAQs

Ambar - Shaw does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ambar - Shaw also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 478-2280.

Ambar - Shaw is rated 4.6 stars by 460 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 71 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ambar - Shaw

1547 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-3201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Shaw
  • Hours of Operation
    Unlimited Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–16:00 Unlimited Lunch Mon, Wed–Fri 12:00–15:30 Happy Hour Mon 12:00–22:00 Wed–Fri 12:00–19:00 Unlimited Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri 16:00–22:30 Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:30 Late Night Fri, Sat 23:30–00:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Balkan style, Modern European, Eastern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Two blocks from the Shaw-Howard University Metro station accessible on the yellow and green lines.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nikola Stefanovic
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 478-2280
  • Catering
    Whether you are socializing with your coworkers or entertaining your friends and family at home, Ambar Catering will always be fresh and always delicious.
  • Private party facilities
    Ambar is the perfect place for all types of private and corporate events. With beautiful design perfect for event space- exceptional food and drinks and our professionally trained staff, Ambar is the place of choice when it comes to your celebration.
  • Private party contact
    Marijana Skerlic: (202) 913-8324
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