Very nice experience to sit in the kitchen and observe how the kitchen works with many chefs in it. They are great as a team.
Food. I like the dessert dish of peach very much. The courses showcase some culinary skills, but I am looking for more sophisticated ingredients and transformations at the price point of 300$ per person. Disappointingly, I found the savory dishes are way over powered by butter.
While sitting in the kitchen, I noticed that the chefs are reusing their utensils across that they tasted the dishes, which is disturbingly not hygienic to me.
I cannot recommend this place enough!!! Everything was top level. The food, service, attention to detail… it is likely the best meal we ever had and definitely worth the experience.
5
We had a phenomenal experience at this restaurant. The food was outstanding—creative, diverse, and deeply seasonal. Every dish felt thoughtful and inspired, showcasing not just technical skill but a real sense of culinary joy.
One of the highlights was getting to dine in the kitchen. It was a rare treat to experience things up close, and the interaction with the chef was both personal and insightful as each dish was described. You can tell the team takes pride in what they do.
Service was excellent from start to finish—attentive without being overbearing. The wine list was a standout as well: detailed, curated, and refreshingly different. Mostly biodynamic bottle from small family-run wineries in Europe, but they said they also have a domestic selection.
Highly recommend this place! Just make sure to book ahead. We’ll definitely be coming back.
5
Wow - what a night! My wife and I had the pleasure of dining at Ambra, and it turned out to be one of the most memorable dining experiences we've ever had in Philly.
Ambra offers a single seating per night, featuring a multi-course tasting menu and wine pairings, with the entire experience lasting approximately 3.5 hours. That might sound long on paper, but trust me - the evening flies by. Every course was beautifully presented and full of flavor, with clear Italian influence but lots of creative, modern touches. The wine pairings were fantastic -- each one felt like it elevated the dish in a really thoughtful way.
The setting is also what makes Ambra special. Everyone sits around a communal table, which honestly could have gone either way, but ended up being such a highlight. Besides the couple we came with, we met two other couples during dinner, and we all ended up really hitting it off. It felt more like a dinner party than a restaurant -- but with food and wine on another level.
Service was smooth, attentive, and well-paced. The team knew the dishes and wines inside and out, and they explained everything with just the right amount of detail - never too much, never too little. It's clear they care deeply about what they do, and it shows in every part of the experience.
If you're looking for a special night out - something beyond the usual dinner - I can't recommend Ambra enough. Between the food, the wine, the setting, and the great company, it was truly unforgettable. Already looking forward to going back.
5
Got taken out here for a celebratory dinner, and nothing was disappointing. Served a nine-course meal with caviar, black truffles, and lamb. Everything was delicately handcrafted, and made with care and love. Not one course was a disappointment. Vibe was nice and isolated with an ambient vibe, and servers wiped off your part of the table after each course. Service was very accommodating. Five stars in every category.
