Ambar – Mediterranean
Ambar transports diners to the heart of the Balkans, where the air is thick with the aroma of charcoal-grilled meats and the table overflows with vibrant, house-made spreads like smoky ajvar and velvety kajmak. The experience centers on grand, communal platters of slow-roasted lamb and sizzling seafood, inviting guests to linger over rich veal soup and the bold, rustic flavors of a true Mediterranean feast.
1547, 7th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20001 +12024782280 https://www.ambarrestaurant.com/shaw-dc/0Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: low-carb, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, keto, vegan, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, sugar-free, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, detox, tlc, alkaline, raw-food, mayo-clinic, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan, candida
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Menu
Ambar Experience at Home
- Grilled Mixed Meat Platter - $59: Ajvar-marinated chicken skewers, juicy kebabs, or tender lamb medallions, house pita bread, house-made pickles, and dessert Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Seafood Platter - $62: Grilled salmon, branzino, or succulent shrimp, house pita bread, house-made pickles, and dessert Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Slow-Cooked Meats Platter - $59: Beef short rib goulash, slow-cooked pork shoulder, or signature stuffed cabbage, house pita bread, house-made pickles, and dessert Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Lamb Experience - $62: Tender slow-cooked lamb, house pita bread, house-made pickles, and dessert Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
Dips & Spreads
- Ajvar - $9: Smoky roasted red pepper and eggplant spread with garlic
- Beet Tzatziki - $9: Roasted beets, Greek yogurt, garlic, and herbs Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Bean Hummus - $9: White beans, roasted onion, garlic, and paprika Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Urnebes - $9: Creamy Balkan cheese spread, roasted peppers, paprika, and spices Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kajmak - $11: Authentic Balkan dairy spread, smooth and buttery Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Veal Soup - $15: Bone broth, root vegetables, creme fraiche Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Soup - $14: Sherry vinegar, smoked and roasted tomatoes, house-made pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Balkan Salad - $10: Tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, peppers, sherry vinaigrette, Balkan cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vitamin Salad - $10: Root vegetables, honey-lemon dressing, toasted sunflower seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $13: Baby gem lettuce, house caesar dressing, pita chip croutons, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
Savory Pastries & Flatbreads
- Cheese Pie - $15: Feta and goat cheese in a phyllo crust, served with Ajvar and Greek Yogurt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Pie - $14: Beef, phyllo crust, lemon garlic yogurt sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sujuk Flatbread - $15: Balkan-style Sujuk beef sausage, mozzarella, tomato sauce, oregano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Flatbread - $14: Feta, mozzarella, parmesan, Kajmak, truffle oil, arugula Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Flatbread - $16: Pickled onion, chimichurri, mint Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Flatbread - $15: Oyster & Maitake mushrooms, caramelized onions, arugula Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Stuffed Cabbage - $21: Pork belly and jasmine rice, served with mashed potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Lamb - $24: Slow-cooked lamb shoulder, roast potatoes, carrots, garlic lemon yogurt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Skewers - $23: Marinated chicken, pickled onion, Balkan rice, Ajvar, spicy feta spread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Balkan Kebabs - $23: Beef kebabs, red cabbage slaw, Balkan rice, ajvar, spicy feta spread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino - $24: Balkan rice, roasted vegetables, chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Frites - $27: 8oz wood-fired hanger steak, fries, house sauce, chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib Goulash - $24: Beef braised in red wine reduction, served with orzo pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Lasagna - $22: Lamb ragu, eggplant, tomato, bechamel Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Brussels Sprouts - $15: Lemon garlic yogurt sauce, pancetta Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ambar Fries - $11: Smoked aioli, chef's spice blend Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Balkan Style Rice - $12: Bell pepper, spinach, and aromatics Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower - $14: Spinach tahini, pine nut crumble, fresh mint Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Krempita - $15: Puff pastry, vanilla custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pistachio Baklava - $15: Pistachio, lemon-honey syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Cake - $11: Almond flour, Greek yogurt, espresso, milk chocolate, hazelnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Coke - $4: 12oz can
- Mexican Coke Bottle - $6: Glass bottle
- Ginger Ale - $4: 12oz can
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