Amber St Andrews
Amber is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar at the west end of South Street, from chef Dean Banks. It serves lunch and dinner with a strong wine and cocktail list, and it puts on a themed Sunday brunch and party nights.
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Laurie Coull
The food and drink
The menu draws on the sunnier side of Europe, with Mediterranean-style dishes designed to go with wine and cocktails rather than a formal procession of courses. The drinks list carries as much weight as the food, so it works as well for a long lunch with a bottle as for an evening that starts at the bar. Chef Dean Banks is behind the concept, and the room is set up as much for lingering over drinks as for a quick bite.
Brunch and party nights
Amber's St Tropez Sunday brunch is its signature weekend event, and it hosts themed evenings such as Ibiza White Party nights, plus festive menus at Christmas. If you prefer a quieter meal, a weekday lunch is the calmer option.
Where it fits in a day
It sits on South Street near the ruins of Blackfriars Chapel, a few minutes' walk from the West Port, so it is handy after a stroll through the old town. Aikman's and the Brewing Co are close by if you want a drink before or after. Book a table online through the restaurant's website. A PDF of the current menu is on the website, and gift vouchers can be bought online if you want to treat someone staying in town.
Highlights
- Mediterranean-inspired menu from chef Dean Banks
- Wine and cocktail-led bar
- St Tropez Sunday brunch
- Themed party nights
- Gift vouchers available
Good to know
- Tables can be booked online via the restaurant's website.
- A PDF menu is on the website if you want to check before booking.
- Gift vouchers are sold online.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources: amberstandrews.co.uk