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Ember Kitchen, Austin, TX

Ember Kitchen

4.7
4.7
258 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary Latin American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
Ember is proud to introduce Austin's premier Josper oven experience. Our menu showcases bold, Latin flavors, with impactful dishes cooked over live embers.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin American, Steakhouse, Latin American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (512) 200-2250
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Ember Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Ember Kitchen’s Josper oven will be firing up a little earlier on the weekends. The historic power plant turned latin-inspired restaurant will open its doors from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. The Ember Brunch brings a whole new food and beverage experience to our guests. Utilizing our signature method of incorporating a Josper component into every dish and elevating homestyle foods from various cultures, we have created a menu that showcases nostalgic names and bold latin flavors. This new service will feature tableside coffee and tea service, as well as a cocktail program that plays on morning classics such as bloody maria's, micheladas, and carajillos—perfect for Sunday brunch.
    Ember Brunch photo

What 258 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Austin

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ember Kitchen in Austin offers an extraordinary dining experience with "amazing food," "fantastic service," and a "vibrant atmosphere." Guests rave about the creative menu, including standout dishes like the wagyu steak and halibut. The attentive staff, particularly servers like Sage and Bernice, receive high praise. A must-visit for any occasion!

258 Reviews
  1. selene

    VIP

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always amazing. I recommend the morita shrimp and the wagyu steak. The service is always great. Shout out to Brian who is always kind and knowledgeable.

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  2. John

    VIP

    Houston

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food quality outstanding incredible flavors! My only criticism is portions small for the price you pay

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  3. Nancy

    VIP

    Austin

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we ordered was delicious and beautifully plated. Our server was very knowledgeable and did an excellent job explaining each dish and making sure that all of our meal was gluten free.

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  4. Dan

    VIP

    Austin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We had a really nice dinner for my wife’s birthday. The food was very good and the portions were just right. Our server Claire was exceptional - she provided a warm welcome, great explanation of the menu options (including taking care of those of us with Celiac Disease) and kept on top of things throughout the meal without being overbearing. The music was good and made for an authentic experience, but it was way too loud and made it very difficult to have a conversation during the meal. While the food was very good, it took a long time for it to arrive. There were noticeable gaps between our small plates course and our Land & Sea main course. I plan on returning to Ember, but hope the music level can be turned down and the food presented more quickly.

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  5. Kristyna

    Caribbean

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They have a very nice atmosphere, cool latin music an amazing staff, Marissa was so much help, went and got me because I came to visit and I’m not familiar with the area. I sat at the bar and Jordan was very knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations. I received excellent service from begging to end, had a great time. Most importantly the food was delicious.

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  6. Alejandra

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love our experience every time we come. Took my husband for his birthday & they were kind enough to even write him a card! I’m not the biggest seafood person but I have to order every seafood item on the menu every time we come because it is SO. GOOD. Can’t wait to go again!

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  7. jasmine

    Memphis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing !! So happy we found this place. Food was COOKER TO PERFECTION!!! Our waiter Brian was AMAZING and so helpful with amazing recommendations. Can't wait to go back!!!!

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  8. annt

    VIP

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very unique food! Loved it

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  9. Daniel

    Mexico City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best experience ever I ll come back for sure , everything was perfect the service the food the music

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  10. Ron

    Austin

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All of the food was amazing. The service was over-the-top amazing. New favorite place in downtown, period!

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Ember Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 258 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ember Kitchen

800 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701-4008

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located inside the Seaholm plaza. Validated parking @ Walter Seaholm lot.
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Latin American, Steakhouse, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Cocktails
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