DC Metrobus Crashes Into Ambar Restaurant, 3 Injured

A Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Metrobus crashed into the AMBAR restaurant in the Shaw neighborhood of Northwest Washington, D.C., on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The incident occurred during the morning hours, resulting in three people being transported to nearby hospitals.

The crash took place near 7th Street and Q Street NW. According to Metro Transit Police, the bus was hit by an SUV before careening into the building. The bus breached the structure and came to rest partially inside the dining room of the restaurant.

Casualties and Emergency Response

D.C. Fire and EMS officials reported that four people were evaluated at the scene. Three adult women, including the driver of the bus, were taken to hospitals with minor injuries.

Emergency crews secured utilities and conducted a full search of the structure immediately following the impact. A specialized collapse team was deployed to assess the stability of the building to ensure the safety of first responders and the public.

The AMBAR restaurant was unoccupied at the time of the crash, which prevented further casualties within the dining area.

Building Status and Recovery

The bus remained lodged in the building until it was removed by specialized teams just before noon on April 4, 2026.

Following the extraction of the vehicle, fire officials determined that the building showed no major structural integrity issues. Authorities confirmed that no shoring was required to stabilize the structure, and crews began clearing the scene shortly after the bus was removed.

AMBAR is a Michelin-recognized Balkan restaurant in the Shaw neighborhood known for its dinner service and unlimited brunch.

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and DC Fire and EMS are leading the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident.