Embers

4.7

3795 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steak

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Opened in the spring of 2004, Embers is a contemporary American Steakhouse with a twist. Classic Steakhouse offerings along with complete selections of seafood & sushi are available in a warm inviting atmosphere.

Embers, as the name implies, evokes the warmth and comfort of a glowing fire; from the stacked-stone torch and gas lanterns outside to the glowing candles within. Black & White photographs of Cincinnati landmarks and celebrities create a sense of history and place, while large oil canvasses and vibrant floral arrangements punctuate the rooms with color.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

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Takeout

(513) 984-8090

Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, Sushi
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(513) 984-8090
Website
http://www.embersrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
CHASE BLOWERS
Private party facilities
Embers has private dining spaces conducive for business events and intimate social gatherings. Featuring state of the art audio visual equipment, a unique wine list and mouthwatering steaks, seafood and sushi, Embers is the perfect location to host your next large group gathering!
Private party contact
Melissa McKenna: (855) 409-3104

Location
8170 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236
Neighborhood
Cincinnati
Cross street
Galbraith Road
Parking details
Self parking in front of restaurant. Valet parking also available.
Entertainment
Live Entertainment on Saturday's in the bar. 7:30pm-11:00pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Green Goddess Salad$13.00
kentucky limestone bibb + cucumber + roma tomatoes + candied pecans + radish + gorgonzola crumbles ~ green goddess dressing
Arugula$13.00
baby arugula + shaved fennel + orange segments + shaved parmesean ~ lemon citronette
Caesar$13.00
romaine hearts + parmesan crisps + pesto croutons ~ classic caesar dressing

Small Plates

Charcuterie Plate$19.00
artisanal meats & cheeses + seasonal garnishes + crostini
Embers Blue Crab Cakes$19.00
charred corn succotash + chipotle aioli
Vietnamese Smoked Baby Back Ribs$20.00
street vendor style garlic lemongrass glaze
Fried Cauliflower$9.00
lightly tossed in malt vinegar ~ malt vinegar aioli
Embers Burger$16.00
8 oz Blackhawk beef + lettuce + tomato
Classic Sliders$10.00
a pair of sliders, ember's steak seasoning, cheddar
Stuffed Avocados$14.00
crab + shrimp + masago scallion + creamy spicy sauce + teriyaki drizzle
Smoked Guacamole$9.00
plantain + tortilla chips + pico de gallo + cilantro
House Smoked Wings$15.00
3 hour applewood smoke. Choice of ~ house bbq or spicy thai chili sauce. Served with bleu cheese dipping sauce
Stack of Onion Rings$10.00
Duck Fat Fries$10.00

What 3,795 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Cincinnati / Dayton
Steak
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frenchies
Cincinnati
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Excellent food, loved our server Emilee who was really sweet and kind to my daughter and I.
SC
SandyC
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not sure if I answered correctly but noise level was perfect!
S
Sean
Cincinnati
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, yummy food, perfectly cooked steak!
RS
RobertS
Cincinnati
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Service was above and beyond. Salad was chilled and perfect. Dover sole not near hot enough, sea bass wonderful. You graciously compt. The sole( which was not necessary, but thank you) We love to use your restraint for special occasions, but because of your price points, we don’t dine there more often.
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Matt
Cincinnati
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall3food5service5ambience1
Food was amazing; service was wonderful. However, we were seated in the small room next to the main dining area and there was a table of 7-8 that were clearly drunk and extremely LOUD and obnoxious. So much so that I could not hear my wife’s voice right next to me. We saw two managers walk by but nothing was said to the group. Once they left, our dining experience was great, but we were miserable for the first half hour at our table.
NR
NickR
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The quality to price ratio can't be beat! So delicious!
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marybethm
Cincinnati
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
We had terrific service and great food. There was a big enough variety to satisfy everyone at our table. We will definitely be back
J
Jojo234
Columbus
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and delicious food. We've dined here at least 5 times, never disappointed. Try the fried oreo donuts for dessert.
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent! Food, service and atmosphere are the reasons I keep returning!
W
Wizard
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. This is our go to place for special occasions and has always been exceptional.
EC
EvanC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and great service. The desert was the highlight of the evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were excellent. The Miso Glazed Sea Bass was delicious. We also enjoyed the Oreo Stuffed Doughnuts!
CH
CarolH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waitress was very good and friendly. Made Barb’s birthday dinner special Catol
PL
PeterL
Cincinnati
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food and service were very good, but we were seated at a table that was located in a high-traffic area. There was a constant flow of activity of servers and wait staff coming out of the kitchen to deliver orders and also guests coming and going. All this activity detracted from an otherwise delicious meal.
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lizabe
Cincinnati
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food! Awesome clam chowder, steak and salmon. I enjoy seafood so enjoyed Verlasdo salmon. Cooked perfectly. All the desserts were yummy! Cheesecake, house made ice cream. Highly recommend
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Shawn
Cincinnati
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great sushi and service!
KW
KenW
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful steaks. Terrific service from Max our waiter!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food was amazing and the service was top notch. We were in and out faster then any restaurant we’ve been to. My only complaint was the decor was very outdated. But other than that, it was great and we’ll be coming back.
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Brian
Cincinnati
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience2
We arrived a few minutes early for our reservation and had to wait, totally expected and understandable. Once seated in the bar area, waited about 10-15 minutes for a server to take our drink order. Mixed cocktail was so-so, more sugar than spirit. The sushi was the best part of the dine, was not offered bread, even though every other table did, very noisy atmosphere, and it seems that if you are not a regular, you do not receive exceptional service. Would only dine again for the sushi.
AP
APKJr
Cincinnati
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience1
Although we made a 6:30 PM reservation 2-1/2 weeks in advance, for our anniversary, we were seated at the booth adjacent to both the main dining room and kitchen entrances. After awhile we realized that the constant “woosh” of diners entering and leaving the restaurant, or going to and from the restrooms, and the constant parade of waiters going to and from the kitchen, did not make for a pleasant dining experience! Many diners were seated well after we were, and to be seated at probably the most undesirable table that early in the evening is puzzling. The food was excellent, as usual, but the evenings highlights were our drinks, desert, and impeccable service by Justin our waiter.
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Clebanon
Columbus
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nick was an outstanding server. He made sure the chef accommodated my dietary needs. I am very grateful to both of them. I love the Embers.
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
4 reviews
vip
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall1food5service5ambience4
Inept valet ruined my otherwise enjoyable dining experience. My recommendation: self park!
MS
MeghanS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing, service was spectacular, and the vibe was great!
J
Julie
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was fantastic, the service was seamless, they were on it from start to finish. Loved it.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Embers is always delightful! The filet mignon - perfection! And our waiter Justin was fabulous! Attentive but not intrusive. And very accommodating of our daughter’s celiac disease.
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George
Cincinnati
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Recent dinner. Ordered Grouper which was ok. Not as good as Florida. Also ordered sea bass. It was a little thin piece of seabass. I would say not amazing for both. I have been to Embers many times. It is usually excellent. Tonight I would say ok.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall3food5service4ambience4
We had a reservation at 7 and didn’t get a table until 7:25. The hostess’ were very nice about it as well as our waiter. It was busy so I understand the wait.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall3food5service2ambience3
Mgrs seems a little biased of the black customers I’m a server so I read behaviors and mannerisms and he was only concerned with the white customers and if they’re meals and service was good . Food was cool but the treatment from managers and staff was oddly weird
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great !!!!!!!!!!!
JM
JustMyOpinion
Cincinnati
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
I love this place! Second time - been a while. Now I remember why I haven't been here in years. The prices are really high. Valentines Day warranted another visit. Service was Superb! Drinks were Wonderful (two each) ! Food was Great Tasting. One of the special dishes of the night was very skimpy - good, but skimpy. Two People - Tab was over $200.00 got out of there under $300.00. Will go back, after I save up another $500.00 or win the lottery! It will be fun!
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat at the bar and the food was amazing! The bartender went above and beyond. Great meal!
TD
TDubb
Alabama
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Courtney! She always does a great job! Food was amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
V day date
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CeeCee
Cincinnati
53 reviews
vip
4.0
53 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Went for Valentine’s Day dinner. The waiter was amazing! Most of the food was delicious. The baked potato had the weirdest taste. Almost like a metallic taste. So gross! They took it off the bill, but it was disappointing. We all know how much everyone loves a baked potato.
B
Buckeye
Cincinnati
28 reviews
vip
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience2
The salmon and sole were fantastic. The cheesecake was awesome too. The bar seating is a bit on the intimate side with your neighbor, so book well in advance so you’re not stuck sitting on top of people in the bar.
JS
JodiS
Cincinnati
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sushi and Seabass were awesome
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Steak was amazing!
GW
GregoryW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food is fantastic and the service is the best in Cincinnati.
D
Drew
Cincinnati
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great food and atmosphere! Table service was awesome. A young member of the staff tried to take my plate twice while I still had food on my plate and eating, but it just gave my wife and I a chuckle. Definitely will be back!
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Sapphire2018
Cincinnati
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Justine is a great addition to your restaurant John. You’ve always had professional and courteous servers, but he was perfect! He was very knowledgeable, read our table perfectly! See you next time

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Embers offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (513) 984-8090.

Embers is rated 4.7 stars by 3795 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(513) 984-8090

8170 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Additional information

Cross street
Galbraith Road
Neighborhood
Cincinnati
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Self parking in front of restaurant. Valet parking also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
CHASE BLOWERS
Entertainment
Live Entertainment on Saturday's in the bar. 7:30pm-11:00pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.embersrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(513) 984-8090
Private party facilities
Embers has private dining spaces conducive for business events and intimate social gatherings. Featuring state of the art audio visual equipment, a unique wine list and mouthwatering steaks, seafood and sushi, Embers is the perfect location to host your next large group gathering!
Private party contact
Melissa McKenna: (855) 409-3104

Embers

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Dover Sole

Chilean Sea Bass

Oreo Stuffed Donuts

Salads

Green Goddess Salad$13.00

Arugula$13.00

Caesar$13.00

Small Plates

Charcuterie Plate$19.00

Embers Blue Crab Cakes$19.00

Vietnamese Smoked Baby Back Ribs$20.00

Fried Cauliflower$9.00

Embers Burger$16.00

Classic Sliders$10.00

Stuffed Avocados$14.00

Smoked Guacamole$9.00

House Smoked Wings$15.00

Stack of Onion Rings$10.00

Duck Fat Fries$10.00

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