Amber Cafe
13 N Cass Ave, Westmont, IL, 60559
Amber Cafe Menu
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Starters
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Soups And Salads
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Entrees
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Pasta
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Sides
Diabetics at Jamba Juice:
Eating good food at the right time can control your blood sugar, also stop you from craving wrong sort of food. Jamba Juice offers drinks in three separate sizes: 16, 24, and 32-ounce. You can choose the lowest serving size and cut down on sugars and calorie intake. If you're diabetic and concerned about the sugar intake, then you can opt for the smaller 9.5-ounce smoothies available for kids at Jamba Juice.
Foods to Avoid at Jamba Juice for Diabetics:
Jamba Juice is primarily known for its highly satisfying and nutritive smoothies and juices. Almost every smoothie and juice item on the Jamba Juice menu contains sugar. Diabetics are recommended to opt for smaller serving size while ordering at Jamba Juice. Also, avoid opting for creamy treats as all the smoothies offered in this category contain a load of sugars.
Keep the sugar content below 50g per meal at Jamba Juice and ensure that you don't follow it with a heavy meal. A small size regular smoothie is equivalent to a meal for everyone. Classic smoothies at Jamba Juice are also heavily loaded with sugars. Stay away from that section if you are a diabetic.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Jamba Juice:
Great Greens (16 fl oz)
Nutritional Facts: 160 calories, 1.5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 5mg sodium, 37g carbs, 24g sugar, 5g fiber, 4g Protein
Pomegranate Antioxidant Smoothie (Small)
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 0g Fat (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 80mg sodium, 43g carbs, 34g sugar, 4g fiber, 1g Protein
Cucumber Orange Cooler (16 fl oz)
Nutritional Facts: 190 calories, 1g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 10mg sodium, 46g carbs, 46g sugar, 1g fiber, 3g Protein
Steel-Cut Oatmeal
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 2.5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0.5g), 15mg sodium, 35g carbs, 5g sugar, 4g fiber, 8g Protein
Orange Carrot Twist (16 fl oz)
Nutritional Facts: 180 calories, 1g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 120mg sodium, 41g carbs, 34g sugar, 0g fiber, 4g Protein
Veggie Vitality (16 fl oz)
Nutritional Facts: 200 calories, 1.5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 240mg sodium, 44g carbs, 33g sugar, 5g fiber, 4g Protein
Lotta Horchata
Nutritional Facts: 210 calories, 2.5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 125mg sodium, 44g carbs, 26g sugar, 2g fiber, 4g Protein
Positively Pomegranate Bowl
Nutritional Facts: 380 calories, 8g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 2.5g), 85mg sodium, 69g carbs, 46g sugar, 10g fiber, 10g Protein
Wheatgrass Juice Shot
Nutritional Facts: 8 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 5mg sodium, 1g carbs, 0.5g sugar, 0g fiber, 0.5g Protein
Orange Ginger Cayenne Juice Shot
Nutritional Facts: 35 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 8g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 1g Protein
Turmeric – Tame the Flame™
Nutritional Facts: 20 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 6g carbs, 4g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Wheatgrass – Amino on the Go™
Nutritional Facts: 20 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 4g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Ginger – Daily Zing™
Nutritional Facts: 25 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 6g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Healthy Meal suggestions for Amber Cafe
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Starters
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Soups And Salads
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Entrees
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Pasta
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Sides
High Blood Pressure at Jamba Juice
Vegetables and fruits combo is considered the best food to lower blood pressure. More importantly, if you opt for ingredients containing carotenoids such as lutein, beta-carotene, and cryptoxanthin as well as Vitamin C will also help lower blood pressure. Potassium-rich foods also help lower blood pressure. So, if you are concerned about your high blood pressure, then always opt for Jamba Juice smoothies and juices containing vegetables and fruits, especially foods rich in potassium.
Foods to Avoid at Jamba Juice for High Blood Pressure:
Almost every juices and smoothie offered at Jamba Juice contain an adequate amount of sodium. To control or maintain blood pressure levels, you must avoid flatbreads served at Jamba Juice. They are high in sodium and saturated fat. Most of the items on the Jamba Juice menu are safe for high blood pressure candidates. However, it is recommended to opt for healthier options than to munch on anything and everything.
Food Suggestions for High Blood Pressure at Jamba Juice:
Acai Super-Antioxidant Smoothie (Small)
Nutritional Facts: 310 calories, 4.5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 1.5g), 65mg sodium, 63g carbs, 52g sugar, 4g fiber, 6g Protein
Tropical Greens (16 fl oz)
Nutritional Facts: 230 calories, 1.5g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 170mg sodium, 56g carbs, 39g sugar, 8g fiber, 4g Protein
Pomegranate Paradise (Small)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 25mg sodium, 61g carbs, 50g sugar, 4g fiber, 1g Protein
Strawberry Whirl (Small)
Nutritional Facts: 210 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 20mg sodium, 53g carbs, 45g sugar, 4g fiber, 1g Protein
Wheatgrass Juice Shot
Nutritional Facts: 8 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 5mg sodium, 1g carbs, 0.5g sugar, 0g fiber, 0.5g Protein
Orange Ginger Cayenne Juice Shot
Nutritional Facts: 35 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 8g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 1g Protein
Turmeric – Tame the Flame™
Nutritional Facts: 20 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 6g carbs, 4g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Wheatgrass – Amino on the Go™
Nutritional Facts: 20 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 4g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Ginger – Daily Zing™
Nutritional Facts: 25 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 6g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
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High Cholesterol at Jamba Juice
The best thing about Jamba Juice is that almost every item on their menu contains zero cholesterol and no trans-fat. Jamba Juice offers a wide range of vegetable, fruits, nuts, and chocolate smoothies, juices and bowls. The unique blend of these healthy ingredients ensures that each item on Jamba Juice is 100% healthy and cholesterol free.
Foods to Avoid at Jamba Juice for High Cholesterol:
Besides packing good amount nutrients in their drinks, several items on Jamba Juice often come with a high calorie count. If you have high cholesterol, then better stay away from their range of classic smoothies. Some high-calorie smoothies available at Jamba Juice are Peanut Butter Moo'd, Chocolate Moo'd, Strawberry Surf Rider, etc.
Although low in calories, the Tasty Bites are often cooked in palm oil (a trans-fat) and contains butter and sugar. It is recommended to choose a 200-calorie smoothie containing fresh fruits and veggies instead.
Food Suggestions for High Cholesterol at Jamba Juice:
Apple 'n Greens Smoothie (Small)
Nutritional Facts: 250 calories, 1g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 55mg sodium, 60g carbs, 45g sugar, 4g fiber, 4g Protein
Orange Supreme (16 fl oz)
Nutritional Facts: 240 calories, 2g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 65mg sodium, 54g carbs, 40g sugar, 4g fiber, 4g Protein
Kale-ribbean Breeze Smoothie (Small)
Nutritional Facts: 320 calories, 3g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 75mg sodium, 66g carbs, 48g sugar, 6g fiber, 10g Protein
Nutritional Facts: 490 calories, 10g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 3g), 40mg sodium, 99g carbs, 67g sugar, 11g fiber, 8g Protein
Wheatgrass Juice Shot
Nutritional Facts: 8 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 5mg sodium, 1g carbs, 0.5g sugar, 0g fiber, 0.5g Protein
Orange Ginger Cayenne Juice Shot
Nutritional Facts: 35 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 8g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 1g Protein
Turmeric – Tame the Flame™
Nutritional Facts: 20 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 6g carbs, 4g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Wheatgrass – Amino on the Go™
Nutritional Facts: 20 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 4g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Ginger – Daily Zing™
Nutritional Facts: 25 calories, 0g (Tans. Fat 0g & Sat. Fat 0g), 0mg sodium, 6g carbs, 3g sugar, 0g fiber, 0g Protein
Low-Cholesterol Foods:
The best way to get rid of bad cholesterol from the body is by detoxifying the whole system with fresh shots. Jamba Juice offers Turmeric Shot, Ginger Shot, Wheatgrass Shot, and Orange Ginger Cayenne Shot that will keep you healthy even when you consume junk food.
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Q & A for Jamba Juice
How to order Jamba Juice?
You can order Jamba Juice either online or visiting the store directly. Use the Jamba Juice to order Jamba Juice online or use Restaurant Listings directory to locate the Jamba Juice store nearby.
Are Jamba Juice smoothies gluten free?
Jamba Juice offers 36 gluten-free drink options including 15 non-dairy drinks.
Are Jamba Juice smoothies vegan?
Yes, you can order vegan smoothies at Jamba Juice. Almost all Jamba Juice smoothies are available as vegan or can be made vegan by substituting milk with Almond milk or Soy milk.
When does Jamba Juice open and close?
Generally, Jamba Juice outlets are operational every day of the week from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. However, the timings may vary based on the restaurant locations and owner preferences. You can check the timings of the Jamba Juice nearby on our Restaurant Listings directory.
When is Jamba Juice happy hour?
Currently, there are no Jamba Juice happy hours.
Is Jamba Juice healthy?
Jamba Juice offers a wide range of smoothies and fresh fruit juices. Most of them are healthy, while a lot of others are loaded with sugar and excessive calories. Check the nutrition content before you make the order at Jamba Juice to choose a healthy option.
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Jamba Juice
Jamba Juice Company was founded by Kirk Perron who is fitness enthusiast and avid cyclist. The company was first headquartered in Emeryville, California but later transferred to in Frisco, Texas. The company has 875 locations in the United States and 65 International Stores including Mexico, Taiwan, Philippines, South Korea, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates. Jamba Juice gains its popularity by introducing healthy drinks and smoothies in the US. Later they also introduced healthy bowls and snacks specially designed for kids. The main aim behind Jamba Juice was to introduce nutritional food options for all age group.
Healthy Food Options at Jamba Juice
If you are too tired of sipping sugar-loaded drinks then
visit nearest Jamba Juice outlet where you can enjoy fresh fruit smoothies,
juices, fresh shots and ready to drink shots for those who wish to have
something healthy while going to work. All the drinks made in Jamba Juice are
made using fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables.
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Address :
13 N Cass Ave
Westmont, IL, 60559 - Phone (630) 515-8080
- Website https://www.ambercafe.net/
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Opening Hours
- Tue
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Dressy
Ambience : Classy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Gigi G.
I wish I can give more stars.... Ambiance was just ok.... Just had dinner the previous weekend at Vincitori, which is right across the street.... A fine dining restaurant as well...they have a live band and a bit more darker and cozier....Perfect for date nights.... Anyways....My BF and I were seated and it took 12 minutes before Fabian (our server) even bothered to swing by .... Didn't even introduce himself .... Just started blabbing the specials ... Prior to this... We were just sitting...looking around.... My BF had to stand up and ask the hostess for a wine menu. Thumbs down !!! There was maybe 12 tables in the main area.... And I see only two servers, Fabian and this other tall one. I like the fact that they have a couple of bussers.,.. One that just refills water.... A crummer.... A busser who removes silverware and re-sets new ones...: another one who serves bread... Our first issue-- serves cold butter .... But then the variety of sliced breads they serve is cold too... I mean... It's either you serve warm bread and cold butter.... Or just serve EVOO and cheese with cold bread... We ordered a bottle of Bila Haute Rhone $36...Its blended wine which is pretty good Appetizer -- grilled calamari $14 ....3/5 Why? Flavor was definitely amazing.... One of the best I have had.... Soft texture and sweet ... What you expect from fresh seafood.... BUT was served cold.... Not even warm.... I mean.... I'm assuming Fabian didn't get it to us fast enough, from the kitchen warming table??? Soup --- potato soup & tortellini soup $8 each...3/5 Why? Again the flavor of both soups are just really outstanding .... And the busser assigned to pour the soup in front of us..... It's just a great presentation BUT both soups were both lukewarm.... Not even warm .... You expect soup to be at least borderline hot at least right?! So we were just disappointed coz it was really good flavor but would've been phenomenal if served hot. Ugh! Then we ordered our entrees: I ordered short ribs: $25 4/5 My BF ordered scallops $28 4/5 Both were cooked perfect.... Short ribs was very tender and breaks apart easily... You know it's baked for a loooong time .... but lacks flavor.... My favorite short ribs is still Coopers Hawk (risotto short ribs.) Yum! Scallops were grilled to perfection.... But both dishes..... Also were served just barely warm.... What's up with that?!!!!! We didn't order dessert.... Our bill was $130 plus $30 tip.....Not bad with a bottle of wine Problem is... We didn't feel satisfied or didn't have that "OMG, we will definitely come back amazing satisfied" feeling... We see another fine dining restaurant J Flemings.... Since we have tried Vincitori and Amber.... We are still in a quest for a really nice exceptional fine dining experience ..... I will definitely yelp about that experience too....
(3)E D.
Top 5 in my 'fast favorites' I've eaten at. I ordered the 'Steak Frites' dinner option. This steak is one of, if not, THE best steak I've ever had. Lobster mac & cheese was out of this world, as well as the oysters. I compulsively reach for the salt with my dinner usually, but didn't even think on it here. Servicepeople were all wonderful, ambiance is a 10/10. I am just overall impressed by this place. Best dinner I've had in a LONG time.
(5)Inga R.
Had an amazing experience at Amber for a women networking event. Delicious appetizers, Gorgeous back patio , great staff members, very inviting and elegant decor. Great place for diners, parties or anything in between . Enjoy !!!
(5)Rebecca M.
I went on a date here recently, and it was pretty nice. It's really small inside, but I tend to prefer that in a restaurant. You are right up next to people at the other table though, which some people may not like. I went on a Saturday and it was packed, so I'd definitely recommend a reservation. I enjoyed the food but I wouldn't say it was remarkable. Our waiter was very slow, but I guess that's understandable because of how full it was. My only gripe was that because it's so small he shouldn't be that slow! I think it's a nice place to go once or twice, but nothing to get overly excited about.
(3)Kris Z.
Great newer restaurant in Westmont by the RR tracks. Highly recommended.
(4)Patrick C.
Great Food, great personnel, great wait staff. Loved the food, beet salad was to die for as was the Calamari appetizer. This cafe has the feel of big city dining in the comfort of a Burb. Highly recommend. We will return.
(5)Jim M.
Not the same Amber it used to be. What was once a true gem of the western suburbs has now become just ok. Dinner last night included a pared down wine list, dirty table clothes, a disinterested wait staff, bread service with only one type of bread, and a mediocre dessert. Entrees were good but nothing special. Hope they can get back to what was once an amazing place.
(2)Diane A.
i had to put a review here because I was appalled by how many 5 star reviews there are. I think that the staff here must have just upvoted this place. I ate here with my husband while I was pregnant, so it's hard to disappoint a pregnant woman. The ambiance was sophisticated but a bit boring. The food was mediocre to good. For the prices, I was looking for something to blow my mind. It's decent, but unremarkable. I could spend $25-30 a plate at a much better restaurant.
(2)Matt G.
Went on a Sat. night and the place was busy, back of the place is def. better in the winter, food was excellent and even though a little pricey would def. go back, had the short ribs and pork and both excellent
(5)Jason M.
Beautiful patio, great food, and great service! We took the train in from a neighboring suburb, just a short walk from the Westmont station. We sat out back. Our table had lamb, pasta, and a few other dishes. All were excellent. Great drinks and wine too. So nice to have Amber in the western burbs. We'll be back for sure.
(4)Kate W.
My mom suggested this place as my last-night-in-Chicagoland dinner, and I'm so happy that this was the note I left on - delicious and classy! When you walk inside, you're in a small room with maybe 20 tables, but it felt a little stuffy to me - too quiet, only a few tables occupied, too "perfect" and untouchable IMO. The host let us choose our table, so I dragged my mom to the back room, which is even smaller with just a handful of tables and the small bar, but this was more my style - a little livelier just by virtue of having the bar there, and most of the tables and bar stools were occupied. Our waiter was also the bartender, and he was awesome and adorable. I had the grilled octopus - fantastic - and one of the specials: skate with apples, swiss chard, and an espresso bbq sauce - totally unique, yummy, and so much fish I couldn't finish it all! My mom had the lobster ravioli - our only complaint was that the sauce was too tomato-y for the lightness of the seafood, it overpowered that distinct lobster taste that we were waiting for, but it was still a good starter - and then she had the salmon with jasmine cake, ponzu sauce and veggies - excellent. My mom is a sucker for (she might say connoisseur of) sweet potato fries, so we shared an order of those and they were great - crispier than others, which was a great surprise. We tasted the Zinfandel and the Croatian red (I think it was called Plavec?) but decided to go with the Malbec instead because we wanted something a little fuller, darker. It was great. And our waiter surprised us with white wine & chocolate cocotions for dessert - delightfully indulgent and the perfect end to a wonderful meal. Not a cheap dinner but for a special occasion this is definitely the place to go.
(5)Dan R.
Excellent food and great wine selection. My only complaint is that the menu never seems to change and that is why I have not been there in a while. Amber is a good choice if you are looking for fine dining in the western burbs and/or have a special occasion. They are very pricey but worth it. It's a place that I would love to hang out at more.
(4)Nicole S.
Always trying to find gems in the Western suburbs that can compete with Chicago-level restaurants. This foot the bill. I have zero complaints. The staff, service, and food were all fantastic and I love having a table near the window. There is also a bar in the back with high-top tables if you want to drop in, but I wouldnt bank on there being available seats.
(4)Nancy W.
There is no restaurant around here that surpasses Amber. It's my favorite for a romantic dinner or for very, very exceptional food. You are made to feel very special. Wait people so knowledgeable and professional. Prepare to be served with truly exceptional food, prepared perfectly. Personally, I am more than pleased to skip the traffic and parking in Chicago and instead make a reservation for a all around wonderful experience at Amber. Take your visitors, your fanily and most especially, someone you love for a great experience at Amber.
(5)Bill R.
My wife and her friends have been dining at Amber for years. In fact, we figured it to be open for 10 years. In restaurant-dog years, that's a century. I was there for the first time on Friday, and I just don't get the positive reviews. Unfortunately, we were sat at the table closest to the bar. If you want to actually hear the waiter speaking in broken English, request the front dining room. At one point, a group of Millennials jammed themselves into the space of two bar stools. They kept roaring over every event during a sporting event on the TV. Each time, they kept slamming back into our table. I looked over to see what was on, thinking that the excitement level warranted an Arena League Football game. However, it was a soccer match. I'm thinking, are they that drunk, because nothing exciting happens during a soccer match. As mentioned before, it took us a while to figure out whom actually was our server. It started with a pretty good busser. Then the bartender must have looked over, did I mention we were close to the bar? He took our opening order for wine. I started out with by the glass for cocktails and a bottle for dinner. They got that in reverse. Our by the glass came out last. During the bottle service portion, he kept putting wine glasses on top of our menus. Which brings me to the real weakness of Amber. There is zero table awareness. Our water glasses went so long empty, twice, I got up myself, went to bar, grabbed the pitcher and filled up our glasses. Remember, I was so close to the bar. We had to beg for a refill on bread. Olive oil would have been a nice option instead of solid butter that cut gapping holes through the bread. Again, bad table presence, I had to hold up dirty glasses for the staff to remove each time someone approached the table. One of the cocktail glasses remained on the table the entire night. I was so annoyed by the service, maybe the food was good. I do recall the Beet Salad. Apparently, it was Frisée Week at the produce market. I consider frisée the "weed" of the lettuce family. I don't get the appeal, it's used as a filler in prepackaged salad mixes. In this case, it should have been called "Piled Mounds of Frisée with Essence of Beet". When you actually got to a beet, they were excellent. I don't get the buzz. Maybe the Hinsdale-Westmont markets are just so starved for decent dining, this is consider good. Sadly, it's another case of a talented chef with no FOH support.
(2)Aaron B.
Review really like 3.5 stars but that's not an option. Have been meaning to try Amber for some time as heard it was great and live in the area. Service very good, ambiance nice, and wine list has good options at variety of price points. Meatball appetizer with polenta was tasty and hearty. Beet salad was ok, nothing special. Short rib entree was cooked very well but the Asian influenced accompaniments were a little odd. Halibut special on top of a watermelon salad was disappointing. Fish very salty and cold diced watermelon and cantaloupe salad did not go well with fish at all. Server raved about it which is why we ordered it but very disappointing. Chocolate brownie dessert was solid although a little chocolate sauce along with caramel and bacon would have been a welcome touch. Overall had high expectations but left disappointed. Wine was the highlight of the meal and service was very good but food only okay and at this price point, would have been nice to leave really impressed.
(3)Henry N.
Extremely overpriced. There are so many other better choices available. Waiter's accent made it difficult to understand.
(2)Rachel A.
I honestly have never been disappointed by this restaurant. I have been here several times with a 5-star review each time I go. The menu changes enough to where if you like something its on there long enough for you to enjoy multiple times and also changes enough that you can try multiple things and never get bored. I went there tonight with a friend of mine who had never been there and I assured her she couldn't pick a wrong item to eat as she will NOT be disappointed. And, of course, I was right. She ordered the corn chowder to start which was decadent. So creamy and flavorful. I had never had chowder in general, but now I love it as I tasted hers and had to hold back from taking more! I started with the watermelon gazpacho with lime and cucumber accents and it was garnished with watermelon sorbet. The waiters came to our table with bowls filled with the ingredients to both soups and had gravy bowls filled with the "soup" and they poured it into our bowls...quite the display. to wild mushroom ravioli with peas grilled vegetable lasagna buttermilk smashed potatoes
(5)Thomas P.
This place deserves more reviews and I only found out about it by word of mouth. Excellent food and service and one of the best restaurants in the western suburbs. A must try for that special occasion as it is a bit pricier than you would expect in Westmont.
(5)Ronald S.
Wonderful ambiance, great service and the food is outstanding!!!
(5)Chirag P.
So, here I am thinking it was some upscale bar/lounge in the burbs. My wife and I were having date night and been wanting to check this out since we moved to Westmont. Anyways, walked in and realized it's actually a nice restaurant, so my white sneakers felt a little out of place (note to future patrons). Anyways, very friendly service and very prompt. Try the polenta bread, it's quite tasty. We had the beet salad which was very tasty. They had a special this night of Mahi Mahi on a bed of Japanese noodles and it was awesome. My wife had the gnocchi (w/o the sausage) and a parmesan broth. She loved it. And then we got the lava cake with hazelnut ice cream and berries. Amazing as well. We'll definitely be back here. It's a very nice place, definitely a great spot for a date or a couples night.
(5)Joan K.
Love Amber Cafe! The food is exceptional, it is a great dining experience in the suburbs. We had 5 people and were given a lovely table up front. We were each very happy with our selection as well as with the wine. Service and quality were excellent.
(5)Chris W.
Another year and another amazing New Years evening at Amber. They went out of their way to accommodate our adjusted party number and treated us like royalty as soon as we walked in. The service and food was without compare in the suburbs. We have enjoyed Amber since they opened as well as Topaz in Burr Ridge. I can only offer the highest praise for this place. The quality is always top notch.
(5)Lorraine W.
I'm between a 3.5-4 star... I am leaning towards 4 because of location... This is truly a neighborhood gem that reminds me of Miami when it is warm out. We sat in the outside patio with white chiffon curtains and Spanish guitar playing (ignore the parking lot of course). I started off with a ceasar salad, which was actually unique here because the romaine is grilled... Glad I tried it, but would like to try more things next time. For dinner, we got the short rib risotto and pan seated mahi mahi with tempura beans and mango salsa (both specials). The mahi was delicious and light, the risotto was average. For desert, we got the "lava" cake... It wasn't a lava cake though. They just added chocolate sauce on top of a warm cake. That would be my primary gripe and that is what prevented it from being a 4 star. The complimentary port was delicious though.... I would definitely return though and hope to try new things!
(4)Tom O.
The overall dinner was very nice. Service was very good, food was good as well. I'm sorry though, I didn't find anything "special" about Amber Café. I thought for the price, the overall value wasn't great, barely good. Again, the food is good, but I guess I'm saying it's overpriced for what you get overall.
(3)Morris N.
We went on a Saturday night with no reservations but were able to get a table right away despite the fact it was pretty busy. Wine list was extensive. Meatloaf and short ribs were delicious. Tomato bisque soup was also great. Service was top notch. Atmosphere was classy. I would recommend this restaurant and will be back myself.
(4)Rickey S.
We were here at 7pm on a chilly Saturday night. The small dining room in the front was full, ( they do have an outside patio but being in the 60's in late June no one was outside) Service was friendly but SLOW! Took almost 2 hrs for us and we ordered just an app and an entree. Waiting for our check too 15 min, after everyone looked at our plates just sitting there. Also my husband wanted his 1/3 portion of food to go and asked 3x and they still didn't acknowledge it. The food was pretty good! We had the crab cake and I had scallops and husband had short ribs. Above Average, mine a bit salty and husbands lacked a bit of flavor. But overall above average. Martini not what asked for ( asked for a Dirty, came out straight!) but wine was great. Overall, above average food, lack of service , Def. needed more waiters! Only 2 for the whole room! Would be better with better service esp. for the price!
(4)Anna I.
Superb service! Extensive wine list. Food is amazing and refreshingly different- Kudos to the chef! A city style restaurant in the suburbs. Finally!! I haven't been there in a long time and was delighted by the new decor. I love the bar, small and quaint. I also love the outdoor patio that is cozy even in the winter!
(5)Kathleen J.
Beautiful place with fantastic food & great ambiance--contemporary but still warm and inviting. I had veal medallions and they were melts-in-your-mouth succulent. YUM! Sat on the covered patio and it was very nice. Was there on a Thurs nite and there was a very good flamenco guitarist playing.
(4)Jo R.
Located in downtown Westmont, the classy and upscale Amber is an unusual find in this blue collar, fast food town. The wait staff is excellent: very friendly, welcoming, attentive, and knowledgeable. The dining room is small and elegant, with a lovely outdoor patio that is equally classy. In my numerous visits to Amber, I have found the food unique (to suburban standards) and well-prepared. The grilled and chilled shrimp is one appetizer I recommend. For those unfamiliar with the dish, the shrimp is "naked" and cold, served with a dipping sauce. The sauce adds a light flavor to the mild shrimp. The baby spinach salad contains a rhubarb vinaigrette and strawberries, both really dressing up and flavoring this basic starter. It also has goat cheese sprinkled on it, which I could do without. The "Chicken Parmesan" is not what one would expect, and a little too creative for this simple diner. It consists of a medium-sized piece of grilled chicken, pesto, and a Parmesan crisp. The chicken itself was delicious and tender. They went a little light on the pesto for my liking, and I thought the Parmesan crisp was bizarre. It is a big, crunchy piece of cheese served with the chicken. I left most of mine on the plate. Cocktails and dessert are definitely big highlights here. I recommend a cocktail called the French Connection. This pink drink served in a martini glass has a nice raspberry taste. For dessert I think the molten chocolate cake is a must. It is always so soft, fresh, and rich. With a slight press of the fork, chocolate comes oozing out and is delicious. Amber offers a fancy and flavorful dining experience to this ordinary, ho-hum suburb. I recommend a visit.
(4)Carol K.
Tucked away in the suburb of Westmont- is a little place that looks and feels like it should be in some neighborhood in the city. Amber is quite the find located on Main Street, not far from the Metra line. In fact- when I took a friend here on a recent trip to Chicago, he said, "how you find these great little places is a mystery to me!". Well, it certainly isn't a mystery why this place has been in business since 2004. It's because the food is good, the ambiance simple and charming and the service on it's game. We came on a rainy Thursday night. There is a large outdoor patio out back but know that it is enclosed and on warm nights- it can be a bit stifling back there. So we chose to sit in the restaurant by the window looking out at the trains going by. We started with a couple of appetizers- the grilled calamari and the lump crab cakes. A perfect start to our evening. We then split a bowl of the lobster bisque (one of my favorites) and then moved on to the halibut and salmon as our entrees with some garlic mashed potatoes as a side. Everything was perfectly paced and delicious! And for dessert- their daily bread pudding special was the right choice. The ambiance is contemporary with dark floors and wooden furniture. Parking is easy as there is street parking out front or a free lot to the south. And dinner for two with drinks ran about $120. Amber is that perfect place for a celebration, a reunion, or just a mid week dinner to catch up with friends. A bit off the beaten track, but worth looking for.
(4)Karen G.
I went here years ago when they first opened- I recall liking it - but man it was $$$. Good thing work paid. It amuses me that this place has been successful cause I remember back in the day when downtown Westmont had nothing.... except Bishop's Chili. We ended up here after a nameless local indian resturant didn't understand we wanted to drink more and eat dessert. We sat in the back and had drinks. Got there about 7:30 pm on a weekday. We ordered a $25 small lot bottle ( fyi, most of the $25 bottles are about $11 retail) and enjoyed several hours of siiting chatting. The waitress was entertaining and she gave one of us a full free glass of Malbec cause they said they had never tasted it. she also said they have 50% off the bar menu on Tuesdays so we will be back! very pleasant!
(3)kathy b.
had only one dinning here but def plans for more., don't know why it took me so long to get there. i've always heard good things from ppl i know. I'd give it five stars but idk I think we were in a tent?? the way back room? well if it isn't my bad. the food was excellent, personal and well thought out. whats really selling me is talking to the chef and the owner I was told they purchase truly local produce in season from "the farm" on 63rd and Cass. SOLD now that is smart foodie stuff. after our table stuffed as much as is possible in one meal the owner sent over a complimentary round of port to end our dinning experience - nice touch
(4)Lindsay B.
Chose this restaurant through Opentable, and was glad that it was recommended. The ambiance of the restaurant is perfect- lovely low lighting, nice music, and perfect service. The staff was fantastic- extremely attentive and working as a team. As for the food, we tried at least one thing from each course on the menu- the calamari appetizer was fantastic, tried the lobster bisque and it was excellent as well. We ate specials for our entrees- my friends duck was phenomenal, but I felt just alright about my risotto. I'd like to go back and try some of their regular dishes sometime. We ended the dinner with the sorbet dessert- and it was light and wonderful. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a romantic evening, or to try something new outside of the city (it could easily be located in Chicago and fit right in with some of the nicer restaurants).
(4)Lana J.
We have enjoyed Amber on many occasions. We ate there last Wednesday and had a very good experience. Amber is a gem in the western burbs hidden in downtown Westmont. I enjoy the finer cuisine in their relaxed atmosphere. I had a delicious escolar (fish) and it came in an amazing sauce. Only drawback was the service, being the night before valentine's they were unexpectedly busy which slowed down the service. Also our waiter served our food to the wrong tale and they ate it (so odd!) which delayed our meal even further. Oh well, still love Amber and will be back again.
(4)Keri W.
The fact that this restaurant is still in existence after so many years speaks volumes in my opinion!! Always great food (salmon was excellent!!!), great service, small and quaint atmosphere with a small bar in the back. Kudos to them for so many years of success!!
(4)Sanjeev m.
quite expensive, but worth the price. great service and great food. This time one of our friends was paying, next time I would come back even if I had to pay.
(4)Lochin S.
Chef Matt did impress. The valentines day menu was flawless. Each course better and better. The pan seared duck was so exquisite, brought tears to my eyes, and I wanted to lick the plate.
(5)Christine S.
My bridal shower was held in the outside space at Amber in early May. The ambiance was truly amazing, you will not find anything similar in the Western suburbs (or at least I have not seen anything). The outside area is like a permanent tented area, the sides can come off during the summer months, and during the spring/fall they have heaters. The day was perfect for us, we did not need the heaters. The service was very good. We had approximately 30 women who were comfortably seated at 5 tables. The servers were attentive and polite. The price was very reasonable for excellent quality. We went with a package that included: an appetizer, salad (with an excellent balsamic vinaigrette), and a choice of 3 entree's that each woman was able to choose the day of. We chose to bring in our own deserts, which the establishment did not charge an additional fee for (in my research this is very rare, and was a great perk to this venue). The venue is quite unique, and has a classy elegant look to it, and really requires no additional decorating. However my bridal showers hostess's did add a few table flower centerpieces and wrapped the curtains in a red sting to go with their theme. As the bride, I had absolutely no complaints, and was so happy with the perfect venue, great food, and wonderful ambience. Also, the establishments manager/coordinator, was extremely easy to work with and very friendly. Also, they offered a great Chardonay, Painter Bridge...tasted great! Thanks again Amber...for a memorable experience!
(5)mei s.
This is a really nice restaurant. I've wanted to try it for a while now but even more so when I realized it was related to Topaz in Burr Ridge. We made reservations through opentable.com last minute on Saturday night. It was 6:30 when I made them, and the offerings were 7, 8 and something a lot later than 8. Because of this, I was expecting a decent crowd, because usually, you are offered multiple choices between the hours. However, when we arrived, there were only two tables occupied. They had a backroom where they have tvs and a bar set up, so we could hear people cheering the games that were on. Later in the evening, more people arrived. It seems more of a late dining crowd. We ordered the scallop risotto appetizer, the butternut squash curry soup, an arugula salad, the Halibut special with Jamaican BBQ spices and crisp whitefish with cous cous. The service was very attentive. They served olive oil with olives for dipping your bread. I have never seen that. What a great idea!! We skipped desert as nothing seemed to pop out. I would definitely return to this place. I wish it was in LaGrange. We could definitely use a nice non-italian place in the downtown area.
(4)Glenn H.
I have been to Amber on numerous occasions, be it celebratory family dinners, dates or simply the need for a great meal. The ambiance is nice and somewhat "city" with exposed brick walls and hardwood floors but they soften the sound with a generous amount of fabric. It's fairly easy to carry a conversation while at your table. Service is great with the waiters taking the time to explain the specials and generally they are quite attentive. Adult beverages are a generous pour. The bone in rib eye, when offered is delicious, but I have had numerous other dishes there as well and each has been well portioned, well plated, and quite good. The back room has the bar and more of a casual "sports bar" feel to it, while the front dining room is impressive. On those summer days when the weather permits, dining outside under the "tent" is not to be missed either. great "go-to" place.
(5)Niel O.
I live in Downers Grove and there is no restaurant in all of Lombard, Downers, Oakbrook or Westmont I would rather go to. My wife and I have dined at Amber about 8 times and have left extremely pleased with food, service and ambiance on all occasions. We have had about 6 dishes from their main menu, 4-6 from the nightly special menu and all were excellent. The meal we enjoy the most (not available on Saturday evenings) is the 5 course, chef selection with wine pairing ($75 per person). You can make reservations with OpenTable.com if you coordinate dinning with others on-line.
(5)Ty S.
A very pleasant evening. I went with the braised ribs ( actually it was only one) and found it to be very tasty. Wait staff was excellent providing considered recommendations and friendly banter. Our drinks were a mixed bag and bit overpriced but not bad. Definitely worth a visit. Somewhat pricey but also worth it for a nice night out.
(4)Gee L.
What we loved: linen tablecloths and napkins, attentive (but not "hovering") service, knowledgeable wait staff, great background music that was on low volume, fabulous overall ambience, and MOST important: we could have a conversation and hear each other (I'm SO over restaurants where the music is blaring and the acoustics are so bad that you have to scream to each other across the table-think Cheesecake Factory or Ditka's). The food was fabulous and presented ingeniously. Our table had Risotto, Caesar Salad, Butternut Squash Ravioli, and Steak with Fries. Dessert was Carrot Cake and Key Lime Pie. Prices are slightly over the mid-range but well worth it. If you want to experience a quality dining event that makes you feel special, this is the place. This was my first time there and I trust that future visits will warrant the high accolades.
(5)Jen K.
BEST FOOD EVER!!! A little hidden gem in Westmont about 20 miles west of Chicago. So glad we finally tried it. Service, wine list, food and intimate atmosphere are all excellent. Scallops (as an app. or entrée) and Short Rib Risotto are AMAZING! If you are in the area, make a reservation. You won't be sorry.
(5)Anna G.
I really enjoyed my experience at Amber. I attended a bridal shower there on a Sunday afternoon and the atmosphere there for this event was just perfect. We utilized the outdoor area that comfortably fit around 30 people (it looked like it would fit about 40 or so). Very unique setting that almost looked like a garden! The food options were great as well. The key thing that stood out about the restaurant is the service. Along with a few others, I co-hosted this shower for the bride-to-be and the owner/manager of the restaurant was more than accommodating (anywhere from answering all my e-mails to letting us decorate the place any way we liked). She was also very flexible with food options. The place gets 5 stars from me for the great service, food and the beautiful and unique atmosphere.
(5)Charlie P.
Went on V-Day weekend, restaurant was very busy, service was spot on as was the food. Hats off the the Chef and staff, they never missed a beat and kept the food fresh and exciting.
(5)Orlando L.
wonderful ambiance. great food. fantastic service
(4)Chigirl D.
Save your money. This place is way too expensive for the poor tasting food. I had the risotto special for $26...which is way too much to charge for risotto, but it was also tasteless and bland. The grilled octopus app was average at best. The best part was the wine!
(1)Tiffany S.
I went here with my husband to celebrate his birthday. It was our second time here, since we were very pleased with our first visit. So many things on the menu looked delicious, so it was hard to make a decision. My husband had grilled baby octopus for appetizer and seared scallops for the main course. They were both superb. I had lobster bisque for appetizer and filet mignon for the main course. I do not recommend the lobster bisque. It was below average. The filet mignon was good. The chocolate lava cake for dessert was most excellent, with very nice texture and not overly sweet. Amber is a gem in Westmont.
(4)Jim E.
Visited Amber for the first time for my wife's birthday, and we both were very happily surprised. It all started with a call for directions, I spoke to the bartender/ waiter Craig who was very friendly and helpful. Upon arriving we sat in the bar where he was also are waiter. The service was great and the food was super. I had the hanger steak and my wife had the white fish. The food was very good , tender and flavorful. I will be back many times in the future. I only reason I gave this place four stars instead of five stars is that the portions weren't as large as I would have liked but the prices were very reasonable.
(4)Tim H.
Ordered the Mahi Mahi special - probably the worst fish I've had at a restaurant. Maybe a bad cut or just prepared poorly... flavors were definitely off. Also ordered a salad that was just so so. Rest of the people in our party had decent meals (Filet & Halibut). Good wine list. Nice ambiance. A bit loud but didn't mind. Definitely feel that it was way overpriced for what we received - can pay the same amount in Chicago or surrounding suburb & get a much better meal.
(2)Michelle B.
I highly recommend this restaurant. I've been numerous times for lunch and never had anything less than a great experience. Their crab and lobster cake appetizer is fabulous. I also quite enjoy the southwestern chicken salad. The atmosphere is upscale, but the service is friendly and approachable. There is ample free street parking. The restaurant is also right beside the train station. If you find yourself in the western burbs make a point to check this out.
(4)elizabeth n.
I've been to Amber twice now and think it's a great restaurant in the Suburbs. I have found all the items on the menu to be exceptionally good, but I have to bump it down to 3 stars because the people who answer the phones and seat you are incredibly rude. I'm talking so rude that you want to leave because they roll their eyes at you if you have a reservation but your entire party isn't there yet. If they could get new hosts/hostesses it'd be a 4 or a 5.
(3)Zach T.
Great patio atmosphere in the right weather, and the first brave upscale choice to anchor Westmont (before Vincitori doubled their prices). Still, I ate there a year ago, and have no recollection of the meal I had and have not been back...
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