Patio Season Is Back☀️
Fresh air, golden hour energy, and a patio meal that feels like the best part of your day. Perfect for brunch plans or an easy night out.
Bottomless drinks + Dining Without Limits 🥂🍽️ It’s the Ambar experience you love—just better outside.
Reserve your patio spot today.
Patio seating is available weather permitting.
Unlimited Balkan Dining
Next-level Balkan flavors, endless plates, and unbeatable value — all for one flat price.
✅ Brunch $37.00 – Unlimited small plates (Unlimited drinks starting at $15.00)
✅ Lunch $35.00 – Unlimited small plates
✅ Dinner $55.00 – Includes unlimited small plates and choice of a dessert
One price. Unlimited taste. Pure Balkan bliss.
Our Hours
Lunch: Mon–Fri 12:00 AM–3:30 PM
Dinner: Sun–Thu 4:00–10:00 PM | Fri-Sat 4:00–11:00 PM
Brunch: Sat–Sun 10:00 AM–3:30 PM
Welcome to Ambar Best of the Balkans
Address: 700 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
Phone: +1 312-547-1700
Hours of Operation:
Monday: 12 PM – 10 PM
Tuesday: 12 PM – 10 PM
Wednesday: 12 PM – 10 PM
Thursday: 12 PM – 10 PM
Friday: 12 PM – 11 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 11 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 10 PM
Michelin-Recognized Balkan Dining
Awarded Best Brunch and recognized by the Michelin Guide, Ambar Clarendon invites you to taste the evolution of Balkan dining. Expect handcrafted dishes, heartfelt hospitality, and an atmosphere that celebrates connection, creativity, and culinary mastery.
Happenings at Ambar
Unlimited Mimosas- Upgrade your brunch for $14.99
Wine Wednesday - Half price bottle of wine with dinner
Rakia Sunday - 50% off rakia, 5 PM-10PM
Order From Our Website
Craving authentic Balkan flavors? Skip the wait and order online! Enjoy your favorite dishes, crafted with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, delivered straight to your door or ready for easy pickup.
Our Flavorful Moments
Explore vibrant dishes, inviting interiors, and unforgettable dining experiences that bring the spirit of the Balkans to life.
Host Unforgettable Celebrations in Style
Ambar’s stylish indoor and rooftop spaces set the stage for unforgettable private events year-round. From engagement parties to business meetings and holiday celebrations, our contemporary Balkan cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and attentive service create a refined yet inviting experience for every milestone.
• Engagement Parties
• Birthday Celebrations
• Holiday Parties
• Networking Receptions
• Bridal & Baby Showers
• Business Meetings
• Graduation Parties
• Bachelor(ette) Parties
Gather, Share & Celebrate Together
Whether it’s a lively birthday dinner, team outing, or social lunch, Ambar delivers an engaging group dining experience for parties of all sizes. Our shared-plate concept and bold Balkan flavors bring people together in a vibrant setting, making every gathering interactive, memorable, and full of flavor.
Perfect for large parties, corporate team dinners, and celebratory nights out, our indoor and outdoor spaces provide the ideal backdrop for connection and celebration.
Bottomless Brunch in Chicago
Ambar Chicago brings the Balkan Experience to the heart of the city with an unbeatable weekend brunch. Dive into unlimited small plates like savory phyllo pies, beef sliders, and garlic bean spreads. Elevate your meal with bottomless drinks, featuring various mimosas and Bloody Marys. Our two-hour experience ensures every guest enjoys a feast in our stylish River North space. Perfect for groups, the entire table participates in this culinary journey! See you soon!
River North Private Dining and Events
Planning an event in River North should feel exciting. You'll want a space that stands out from the crowd. Our Chicago location offers vibrant Balkan hospitality for every guest. We host private dining and private events right on Clark Street. It's a chic spot for limitless small plates and our famous Rakia bar. We've brought a modern vibe to traditional flavors near the Magnificent Mile. Our team makes sure your celebration feels seamless. Host your next party with us today.
Amazing Food for Every Occasion
Our kitchen brings vibrant Balkan hospitality to the heart of River North. You'll enjoy our famous limitless small plates. We serve authentic flavors right on Clark Street. Your guests will love the modern twist we put on traditional dishes. We focus on bold spices and fresh ingredients. It's the best way to feed a hungry crowd near the Magnificent Mile. We make sure nobody leaves your party hungry. Our food creates a unique experience for every guest.
River North Dining & Event Venue
Our chic and modern space fits the energetic River North vibe. We offer a stylish backdrop for your next big gathering. You'll find us just steps from the Magnificent Mile on Clark Street. The venue provides a sophisticated spot for social or corporate events. Our unique Rakia bar serves as a great icebreaker. We keep the atmosphere lively and welcoming for all. It's the perfect choice for a seamless Chicago celebration. We bring Balkan soul to the city.
Flexible Menus & Packages
We create flexible packages for a seamless planning process. You can choose from many authentic Balkan dishes for your group. Our Rakia pairings give your event a modern edge. We tailor each menu to fit your specific needs. Our team handles the details so you can stay stress-free. Guests love the limitless options we provide throughout the night. We manage the logistics while you enjoy the party. Every package reflects our commitment to generous hospitality.
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What our guests are saying
This restaurant really left a mark on my recent trip to Chicago. I definitely recommend. The mussels were my absolute favorite dish! But honestly every dish we had was so good, absolutely no complaints. I am coming back here every visit to Chicago from now on. If you live in Chicago run don’t walk!
Glam G.
Really incredible experience. Absolutely delicious, and I love the way the service was given. They bring out everything in small plates for sharing with the table and everyone gets to try everything! Definitely recommend bringing 3-4 people to get a well rounded experience!This would be a cool date. If you're into trying different cuisines and are a foodie, this one won't disappoint. The flavors were huge and so so good.
Erin B.
6 Stars if I could give them. Amazing staff, amazing food and lovely environment. No one there neither staff or patrons looked like they weren’t enjoying life. We had several lovely small plates of food from the buffet menu. All of them were flavorful and fresh. Clearly quality produce. We also tried some of their Brut and wines. Which we liked a lot. Our server was Bojana and she was super friendly, helpful and attentive. Her and the manager remembered it was our anniversary from my reservation and did everything to make it special. Thank you and we can’t wait to come back next time we are in Chicago!
Sean Q.
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All You Can Eat
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Private Dining Room
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Parking Information!
We recommend parking at One West Superior Street, with entrances at 720 N. State Street and Superior Street. Please bring your parking ticket to the host stand for validation. Validated parking is $15 for up to 3 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Ajvar, Goulash, Flatbread, Hummus, Soup, Serbian Food, Sarma, Brunch, Fine Dining, Cheese Pie, Chicken Skewer, Short Rib, Roasted Cauliflower, Kajmak, Bar Food, Tzatziki, Bottomless Brunch, Eastern European Food, Baklava, Upscale Food, Tapas, Brussels Sprouts, Salads, Mediterranean Food, and Croatian Food
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Near North Side, Loop, Chicago, Cicero, Near South Side, Lincoln Park, Armour Square, West Town, Near West Side, Oak Park, East Garfield Park, Lower West Side, Douglas, Lake View, Berwyn, Bridgeport, North Center, Logan Square, Mckinley Park, Stickney.
