Balkan Hospitality

The Balkan Countries

Serbia, Greece, Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, Albania and Croatia

Balkan Region

A southeastern region of Eastern Europe

Balkan Cuisine

A diverse blend of Eastern European and Mediterranean flavors influenced by the region’s ethnic, religious, and geographic diversity

Rakija

A clear fruit brandy distilled from fruits like plums, apricots, and pears; popular in the Balkans, especially the plum version called sljivovica

Balkan Hospitality

A tradition of greeting guests like royalty, ensuring they are well-fed, comfortable, entertained, and welcomed warmly

Ambar Restaurant

The first modern international Balkan restaurant in Washington, DC blending traditional Balkan elements with modern design and creativity

Ambar Hospitality

Rooted in centuries of Balkan tradition, Ambar provides every guest with a warm, friendly atmosphere that feels like home

Ambar Energy

A lively, passionate environment that energizes guests through vibrant atmosphere and Balkan spirit

Ambar Home

A space created with love and care where both staff and guests feel a strong sense of belonging and connection to Balkan culture

Ambar Creativity

Seen in food, drink, and design, this reflects the Balkan tradition of adding unexpected and imaginative touches to everything they do

Balkan Culinary Highlights at Ambar

Mixed meats and rakia from Serbia and Bosnia, seafood from Croatia, flatbreads from Macedonia, and wines/dairy from Bulgaria

Origin of the word “Balkan”

derived from Byzantine word meaning “a chain of wooded mountains”