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Embers, Cincinnati, OH
Embers, Cincinnati, OH
Embers, Cincinnati, OH
Embers, Cincinnati, OH
Embers, Cincinnati, OH

Embers

4.8
4.8
4025 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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!
  • Private party contact
    Melissa McKenna: (855) 409-3104
  • 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

What 4,025 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Good for business meals

  • Cincinnati / Dayton

    Steak

  • Cincinnati

    Good for business meals

  • Cincinnati

    Steak

4,025 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    No way the filet mignon was 12oz! Maybe 8oz at best, but paid for the 12oz. The filet was luke warm at best. No seasoning on the filet, bearnaise sauce was below average tasting. Potatoes aus gratin was average. Not impressed, would not go back, Jeff Ruby’s is much better!

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  2. bwnyc

    Cincinnati

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Everything is delicious We never have a bad meal Servers are outstanding which is hard to come by in this day in age

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  3. PatH

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent. Steak prepared perfectly. Service was impeccable.

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  4. DonnaB

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Good food and good service, great location, but Expensive!

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  5. Jovigirl14

    Cincinnati

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Our waitress, Taylor Ann was absolutely amazing! Very sweet and attentive.

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  6. Richk

    Cincinnati

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The food was very good, the service was excellent. Overall it was a good value.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great and so was the service!! The Oreo donuts were yummy!!!

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  8. scottb

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the service to the food, Embers is always a fabulous experience!

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  9. Lazlo

    Cincinnati

    84 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We've been coming to Ember's bar for years because the food is excellent, the quality never varies and the service is perfect. I have to give a shout out to waiter Shannon. He is personable always wearing a smile and taking good care of the customers. Occasionally, we have others on the wait staff and they do a nice job as well. Owner John works the room chatting with customers, showing a sincere interest in them. Embers is a very warm and friendly place to have good food and libations.

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  10. LaLa

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The steak was delicious. The mushroom risotto was a little to "saucy" to be perfect, but it was VERY good. And it is not inexpensive, so bear that in mind.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Sam was AMAZING!!! Best service. Great birthday dinner with my ladies

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  12. patt

    Cincinnati

    16 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    My filet was fine, but not great…tender but not particularly flavorful. My husband’s strip steak was so tough, it was hard to cut. The waiter didn’t come to check to see how our main course until we were almost finished eating.

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  13. RobR

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  14. DeeAk

    Las Vegas

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Soggy french fries! Burnt plantain chips! Margarita without cointreau… Burger was tasty and sushi was ok. Embers was one of our fav restaurant but last three times food is not good. Meat is dry, tempura shrimp (was our family favorite) is soggy, Salmon over cooked etc… We are not going back.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was absolutely delicious and service was amazing!

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  16. Bill

    Cincinnati

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a wonderful blend of offering a Thanksgiving meal menu with their normal fare. Both were well done for the group at our table. Well done Embers!

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  17. Yumyum

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Disappointed in our Thanksgiving visit. Accommodations for dietary needs would not be met. Gentleman clearing dishes awkwardly took dirty dishes and our leftover food to box in the same trip, touching dish to food. Server was okay. Expected a better experience but restaurant has declined since our last visit.

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  18. ScoutNTony

    Cincinnati

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    We had a great Thanksgiving dinner today and were very grateful to have regular menu options. Service and food were superb but the decor and ambiance could use some updating.

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  19. Phil

    Cincinnati

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat in bar at a booth. Great service and private enough to talk.

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  20. Dukie

    Cincinnati

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Fantastic dinner as always! Especially the Oreo stuffed donuts! A must🥰

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  21. JohnB

    Cincinnati

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Taylor Ann was a great server. Food was awesome. Space was great.

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  22. MasonDad

    Cincinnati

    140 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    140 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again Embers proved to be an excellent fine dining experience! Our server was amazing, courteous, friendly and the pace of our meal was PERFECT. The Hawaiian Sushi Roll was amazing (a special on Sat nights). We split the Goddess salad which was delicious. My wife got the steak au poivre served perfect temperature and the sea bass was prepared with excellence and a delight to look at the presentation Many thanks to the staff/kitchen for amazing food and the waitstaff and our server for a very excellent evening.

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  23. scotts

    Cincinnati

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dover sole was excellent..fries were crispy…sea bass was delicious..Gina and Sophie take great care of us..like family

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  24. ReliableBG

    Cincinnati

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    This could be my favorite place to eat right now. Service personel are well trained. No one seems to walk around not knowing what to do. In fact I would love two of my grandkids to work for Embers. My shrimp cocktail could have been filling enough. But I loved to lobster. It had the price on the menu. That was great to know what you are signing up for. It was a great way to celebrate our 55 anniv.

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  25. TrevorA

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hands down the best and fastest service we have ever received. Good food great atmosphere. Definitely be back.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food with great service and environment. A great way to spend a birthday for my fiancé.

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  27. KarenV

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful meal. Loud table beside us ruined nice ambiance.

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  28. Mike

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A wonderful meal together with family. A BIG wow on the sushi (three 5 star votes) and the pork chop (two five star votes). The manager and our server were great!!! We will be back soon!!!

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  29. papa

    Cincinnati

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Nice birthday celebration. 1 other party rather noisy on a slow Sunday evening. Can’t imagine what noise level would’ve been with a full house!

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  30. DonB

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Sushi rice was on the dry side, not sticky. Sushi taste was good.

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  31. ChrisH

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and friendly servers in a pleasant setting.

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  32. susanrn

    New Orleans

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Food was good but prices have increased a lot. Steak used to come with onion straws but those are now $4 extra. Steak was awesome, as usual, but the creme brûlée was $10 and this is the first place I have ever had it that didn’t come with at least a few fresh berries. Very loud and not exactly a quiet dinner out. Service very good.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ian is a great server, other staff are pleasant, ambience is great and food is consistently delicious.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    We have been to Embers many times. Unfortunately this time, I was disappointed in my meal. I ordered filet mignon cooked medium. The filet was closer to well done. The stir fry broccoli side tasted bland. Other than the food, service was excellent.

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  35. susanp

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great food, nice atmosphere. Large wine choices. Friendly staff.

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  36. TeriH

    Cincinnati

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. Our steaks were done to perfection. The specials were outstanding, and the desserts were phenomenal. Can’t wait to go back.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love celebrating here; great service, quality menu, and love you can bring your own wine. We will continue to return!

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  38. KathyA

    Cincinnati

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Embers! Great place for good food, great service and nice evening for celebrating any occasion!

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  39. Rocky

    Cincinnati

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    It's always so damn loud. Makes it extremely difficult to enjoy the great sushi. Also, it might be nice to include some sides with the more expensive entrees, like the steaks. The servers are among the finest in Cincinnati. Make sure they're "keepers."

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  40. MelissaP

    Cincinnati

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal and service. Sea bass and filet both prepared to order. Lobster bisque was delicious. Booth was nice and not quite as loud as the main dining area. Will come back

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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
  • 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 4.8 stars by 4025 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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
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