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Embers, Cincinnati, OH

Embers

4.7 (4445)
$31 to $50
Steak
8170 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
    Jeff Moore
  • 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!
  • 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, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Embers's menu was last updated on 6/10/2023.

Salads

Add Chicken $9, Add Salmon $12

  • 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

                              Last updated: November 30, 2022

                              What 4,445 people are saying

                              Embers reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                              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
                              • 4.7Food
                              • 4.8Service
                              • 4.7Ambience
                              • 4.4Value

                              Noise • Moderate

                              Review summary

                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                              Embers offers a diverse menu with standout dishes like the "tomato appetizer salad," "Kobe sushi roll," and "butterscotch pudding." Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and "friendly atmosphere." While some experiences note occasional slow service, the restaurant remains a "go-to" for special occasions, known for its "great food and ambience."
                              4,445 Reviews

                              1. Luke

                                Unspecified1 review

                                5.0

                                Dined 5 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Food was great, wish it was made clear that sides were not included with the steaks and shareable-sized sides

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                              2. Jill

                                Cincinnati / Dayton8 reviews

                                2.0

                                Dined 6 days ago

                                1. Overall 2
                                2. Food 2
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 2
                                We are mature adults who were seated at a circular booth/table which was not at all convenient for ingress/egress and the server had a hard time to serve the individual who was seated at the furthermost point. Additionally, we were quite disappointed with the quality of food for the expensive price. We had only been to Embers once previously and were looking forward to our repeat visit. Sadly, it did not live up to our expectations.

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                              3. Maryann VIP

                                Cincinnati / Dayton25 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined 6 days ago

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Excellent! Stuffed avocado was outstanding. Love the happy hour …. Will be back soon

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                              4. Michael VIP

                                Cincinnati / Dayton123 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 22, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 4
                                The sliced tomato salad is a must have. Tried the branzino with golden beets. Outstanding. Topped it off with the butterscotch pudding which is fab. Another winning meal!

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                              5. Julia

                                Cincinnati / Dayton9 reviews

                                2.0

                                Dined on June 21, 2025

                                1. Overall 2
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 1
                                4. Ambience 3
                                I have been to Embers many times before and was always delighted by the food and service. However, this time the service was lacking. Initially our server was very attentive; however, as the evening went on the service declined. I don't want to be overly critical of our server - there appeared to be something going on? a staff shortage?? At times there were no servers or other wait staff visible in the dining room. We waited a long time for our water glasses to be refilled, I still doubt that I was served the correct entree (or maybe it just wasn't prepared correctly), no manager stopped at our table to check in and see how our meal was (this was a first - to not have a manager visit the table), I was given a carton to box my dessert (instead of the dessert being boxed for me), etc. These are examples that come to mind - overall the service was disappointing and not up to the usual standards.

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                              6. Dave

                                Cincinnati / Dayton5 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 20, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 3
                                Known as a steak and seafood restaurant, Embers has other very tasty entrees. My wife enjoyed the Amish Roasted Chicken Breast. She also had the amazing Baby Iceberg Wedge salad. I treated myself to a ten-piece Sushi Roll special (spicy Tuna, Salmon, Avocado, etc.) and a scrumptious order of Baby Rack Ribs (Southwest style) which came with Homemade Mac & Cheese. Yum! To finish off the meal we split an order of Oreo Stuffed Donuts! (See photo) Our server, Nick, was terrific!

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                              7. Carol VIP

                                Cincinnati / Dayton2 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 20, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Always love an evening at Embers.. at my fav table w our fav waiter.. Food is always great. Great Happy Hour too

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                              8. Mark VIP

                                Cincinnati / Dayton91 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 17, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Had filet medium rare, Boursin scalloped potatoes, onion straws, and brussel sprouts, all perfectly prepared. Service from Nick was outstanding. The manager, Bobby, also stopped by and spoke with us. Embers is a true rival to Ruby restaurants.

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                              9. Holly

                                Unspecified1 review

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 17, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Love love embers!!! The tomato appetizer salad is absolutely amazing. My steak was spot on always a crowd pleaser

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                              10. Tricia VIP

                                Cincinnati / Dayton13 reviews

                                5.0

                                Dined on June 16, 2025

                                1. Overall 5
                                2. Food 5
                                3. Service 5
                                4. Ambience 5
                                Just amazing! We continue to come back for every birthday and anniversary. This was a special one - 25 years! Do yourself a favor and go!

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                              FAQs

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

                              Embers is rated 4.7 stars by 4445 OpenTable diners.

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

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                              Make a reservation

                              2 people
                              9:30 PM
                              Booked 22 times today
                              Google Map for Embers

                              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
                              • Price
                                $31 to $50
                              • 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
                                Jeff Moore
                              • Entertainment
                                Live Entertainment on Saturday's in the bar. 7:30pm-11:00pm
                              • Additional
                                Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, 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!

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