Ambar & BABA - Clarendon

Our aim is to put together the finest products of the New World and Old World for your dining pleasure. Perennially on the edge of great empires, the Balkans owes much of its food culture to its history, geography and climate. The term Balkan is generally believed to come from Byzantine word meaning: "a chain of wooded mountains." With desire to introduce Virginia to cutting edge Balkan cuisine, we created a dining space that will delight and indulge the senses. Primarily featuring "small plates," Ambar also offers wines and spirits from the Balkans not often experienced by the American diner.Ambar showcases the best dishes from the Balkan Peninsula with a modern twist. These dishes are presented artfully, with modern combinations that deliver the flavor profiles in a unique way.BABA Clarendon'BABA,' meaning Grandmother in Serbian, is a transformative speakeasy cocktail bar, serving top notch mixology concoctions, weekend brunch, Fun Dining and decadent desserts! BABA's name evokes a sense of comfort, nostalgia and being well fed - which we associate when we think of our grandmothers. The only difference? This BABA is sharp, slightly mischievous, and always the life of the party - she has more energy and spirit than all of us put together.