Ambrosia Restaurant

Fine dining restaurant · Santiago

Ambrosia Restaurant

Fine dining restaurant · Santiago

Pamplona 78, 7650750 Santiago, Vitacura, Región Metropolitana, Chile

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Nestled in a lush garden, Ambrosia beautifully marries fresh Chilean produce with French flair in a cozy yet sophisticated setting, delivering unforgettable dishes that redefine fine dining in Santiago.

Pamplona 78, 7650750 Santiago, Vitacura, Región Metropolitana, Chile Get directions

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"When chef Carolina Bazán returned to Santiago after working in Gregory Marchand’s acclaimed Parisian bistro Frenchie, she created one of Santiago’s best French-inflected menus. The modern yet homey space, filled with plants, books, and knickknacks, is the perfect backdrop to Bazán’s market-driven riffs on French cuisine, which include pappardelle in lamb ragu and fall-off-the-bone duck confit with sweet potato puree. Ask for a table in the lush green courtyard under the crisscross of hanging bistro lights to get the full effect." - Bill Esparza, Hillary Eaton

The 38 Essential Santiago Restaurants

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@afar

"Make Your Mouth Water at Ambrosia Making its debut one the list of the 50 best restaurants in Latin America in 2015, young chef Carolina Bazan, takes the abundance of Chilean markets and sensational produce and delivers them with a creative, slightly French flare to diners. Originally located in downtown Santiago , the restaurant has relocated out to Las Condes to more spacious digs surrounded by their gorgeous garden. Standout dishes on the menu are Wagyu pot roast with creamy blue cheese mashed potatoes and they make a delicious homemade ketchup and Bearnaise sauce. Service can slow so go with patience--and a reservation. Pamplona 78, Las Condes +56 2 217 3075 Photo: Carolina Bazan (Ambrosia)"

The Best Restaurants in Santiago

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The Best of the Chilean Heartland

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@theworlds50best

"Rank: #46 "For a locavore experience that combines French flair with Chilean produce. It’s a masterclass of clean-yet-homely flavours fused together in impeccable fashion."

https://www.theworlds50best.com/latinamerica/en/the-list/41-50/ambrosia.html

Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2020 - Chile + Colombia

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@foodandwine

"Ambrosia is a family-owned restaurant previously led by Carolina Bazán, where she gained fame and recognition. The restaurant is known for its formal setting and the use of her mother's recipes, which critics praised for their depth of flavor. Bazán's time at Ambrosia helped to establish her as one of Chile’s most visible chefs." - Natasha Nyanin

How This Young, Fearlessly Out Chef Became the Star of Chilean Cuisine

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Gabrielle Marie

Google

I'm so confused why this restaurant doesn't have more reviews. Ambrosia is simply one of the best restaurants in Santiago. The food, drinks, and service is above and beyond. The only thing that we ordered that was slightly disappointing was the crab pappardelle. The crab lacked flavor and seemed dry. Other than that, the truffle pappardelle, oysters, steak tartar (probably the best I have ever had), the ceviche, french onion soup, and steaks were O M G. This is a dining experience unlike anything else you'll experience in Santiago. Truly one of the most memorable restaurant experiences I have. Next time we're in Santiago we will be back.

G. R.

Google

Best tip: sit indoors. Everything was pretty good but not amazing. Maybe we just had too high expectations.

Ray Chen

Google

Nice and beautiful garden entrance and wonderful Ambien outdoors dinning area. Service was a little slow even for the drinks. Miso eggplant was tasty but not out of ordinary. Mozzarella with cherry tomato and basil was nothing special. Both starters were served about 30 minutes after we placed order. And another hour wait for our main courses. Nice plating but no wow factor for the taste. Somelier recommended the red wine was not even good at all for the price. Dessert "Lemon posset" was the highlight of dinner. It did have some sort of sophisticated favor.

Ilya

Google

Absolute gem with great service, affordable prices and yummy food! A must, we are coming back again

Gabriella Ghenov Guiss

Google

The experience there is always amazing! The food is perfect everytime and the service is unbeatable. What I love the most is that they change their menu according to the products in season and although it's french cuisine, you will always find a chilean touch to it. Really, just go.

Nicolás Cruz

Google

Great experience. Very good service and explendid food. Excellent flavours and presentation. While its quite expensive the price is justified. Must go

Natalia Casas

Google

This a great place with the most wonderful environment. The food and service were delicious. The flavors were well balanced and tasteful. I really recommend coming for lunch.

Mayra Cecilia

Google

I will not give it a 5 start only because of cultural reasons, The food in Chile is sweet in general) having said that, this place is one I would take anyone visiting Chile. Reminds me of the secluded restaurants of Africa, in the middle of a neighborhood away from the main street it is easy to pass it by. Inside though it is an oasis of tranquility. My favorite part was talking to Alexandra about chilean wines, she clearly loves her job and anyone that has passion for what they do tend to inspire others. The martini cocktail packs a punch it leaves you a little shaken. The foie gra (grated) was a surprise in the mouth and I loved it. I had the entraña very nice and tender, the juice was delicious but for me on the sweet side so two spoons is all I could master. Deserts are small as it should be, just enough to make you smile. It is a place where casual chic is the dress code and it will cost you a small fortune around USD 100 per person.

Gabrielle Marie

Google

G. R.

Google

Best tip: sit indoors. Everything was pretty good but not amazing. Maybe we just had too high expectations.

Ray Chen

Google

Ilya

Google

Absolute gem with great service, affordable prices and yummy food! A must, we are coming back again

Gabriella Ghenov Guiss

Google

Nicolás Cruz

Google

Great experience. Very good service and explendid food. Excellent flavours and presentation. While its quite expensive the price is justified. Must go

Natalia Casas

Google

This a great place with the most wonderful environment. The food and service were delicious. The flavors were well balanced and tasteful. I really recommend coming for lunch.

Mayra Cecilia

Google

Eric S.

Yelp

Ambrosia is a must stop if you are in Santiago and looking for creative dishes and Michelin-quality food with a laid-back vibe and a very nice, engaging and young staff. They change their menu according to the products in season and although it's french cuisine, you will always find a chilean touch to it. I order the truffle paste. It was out of this world. They have one type of fish a day. They purchase a couple of large ones and they make the ceviche and serve the mains from the same big fish. Fresh as fresh can be.. the desserts off the chart delicious. They have a 70% cocoa chocolate mousse that is heavenly. They have a lot of outdoor seating. They have parking out front with security. again this place is a hidden gem..

Insert Name Here S.

Yelp

Had a wonderful meal at this quaint restaurant - with great service as well. Everything we had was outstanding, including the wine. Be sure add this to the top of your list of restaurants to enjoy in Santiago

Fernando G.

Yelp

I had the lomo vetado, and it was mediocre at best with minimal flavor. On the side, they included sweet potatoes...... In conclusion, not much imagination or festival of flavors. My wife had the pasta, and this dish deserves three stars. The best thing going for this restaurant is the rather pleasant ambiance. Let me be fair. The service was good.

Pamela R.

Yelp

Hidden gem in the east side of town. Chic ambience and decor, excelent food and outrageous service.

Tina L.

Yelp

Two appetizers: foie gras, beef tartare. Two main plates: deer and beef flank. Dessert: chocolate mousse with passion fruit. All the plates were really good (not including the coffee).

Emily P.

Yelp

One of the best meals I've had in a long time. We went here on a Friday evening and sat at the bar. We ordered soup (sweet potato), steak, and a pasta dish (with mushrooms). Everything was delicious and beautifully presented. We got to watch the chefs prepare all of the food. The way they plate is a work of art. Very fun atmosphere and an experience we will not forget.

J L.

Yelp

Reading a NY Times article that put Ambrosia in the same league as Boraga, we had high expectations coming in. Unfortunately, our dining experience was not exceptional. The food/drinks were only average. In terms of presentation, we were perplexed to find whole grain mustard on nearly every dish?!? We had the smoked salmon, the foie gras and fillet appetizer. All of them too saucy for our liking. For our main dishes, we ordered the waygu beef (which was way over cooked - shame for such a nice cut of meat) and the "seasonal" summer duck (which was a misnomer since it was incredibly heavy). As for the pre-dinner drink cocktails, we ordered a mojito and a caipirinha. They were strong on the liquor, but way too sugary. Might be good to try if you're in the area, but don't go out of your way to check it out.

Francis D.

Yelp

Everything was excellent from the greeting to the apps to the mains. We were greeted at the door by the chef's father who has much to be proud of as one of his daughters is the head chef and the other is the sommelier. The restaurant is on a residential street in a high end neighbourhood in a converted house. There are three rooms including a main dining room where we were seated, a bistro style area and a private dining room. The appetisers are for sharing and three of us were happy with the quality and quantity of the two we ordered. My wife had a pasta with duck ragu which she loved and my son and I had a pork tenderloin on a bed of black rice which was so tender it was magic.

@eater

The 38 Essential Santiago Restaurants

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@afar

The Best Restaurants in Santiago

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@afar

The Best of the Chilean Heartland

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@theworlds50best

"Rank: #46 "For a locavore experience that combines French flair with Chilean produce. It’s a masterclass of clean-yet-homely flavours fused together in impeccable fashion."

https://www.theworlds50best.com/latinamerica/en/the-list/41-50/ambrosia.html

Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2020 - Chile + Colombia

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@foodandwine

How This Young, Fearlessly Out Chef Became the Star of Chilean Cuisine

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Gabrielle Marie

Google

G. R.

Google

Best tip: sit indoors. Everything was pretty good but not amazing. Maybe we just had too high expectations.

Ray Chen

Google

Ilya

Google

Absolute gem with great service, affordable prices and yummy food! A must, we are coming back again

Gabriella Ghenov Guiss

Google

Nicolás Cruz

Google

Great experience. Very good service and explendid food. Excellent flavours and presentation. While its quite expensive the price is justified. Must go

Natalia Casas

Google

This a great place with the most wonderful environment. The food and service were delicious. The flavors were well balanced and tasteful. I really recommend coming for lunch.

Mayra Cecilia

Google

Gabrielle Marie

Google

G. R.

Google

Best tip: sit indoors. Everything was pretty good but not amazing. Maybe we just had too high expectations.

Ray Chen

Google

Ilya

Google

Absolute gem with great service, affordable prices and yummy food! A must, we are coming back again

Gabriella Ghenov Guiss

Google

Nicolás Cruz

Google

Great experience. Very good service and explendid food. Excellent flavours and presentation. While its quite expensive the price is justified. Must go

Natalia Casas

Google

This a great place with the most wonderful environment. The food and service were delicious. The flavors were well balanced and tasteful. I really recommend coming for lunch.

Mayra Cecilia

Google

Eric S.

Yelp

Insert Name Here S.

Yelp

Fernando G.

Yelp

Pamela R.

Yelp

Hidden gem in the east side of town. Chic ambience and decor, excelent food and outrageous service.

Tina L.

Yelp

Two appetizers: foie gras, beef tartare. Two main plates: deer and beef flank. Dessert: chocolate mousse with passion fruit. All the plates were really good (not including the coffee).

Emily P.

Yelp

J L.

Yelp

Francis D.

Yelp