Embers

Name: Embers
Address: 8170 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH, United States, 45236
Telephone: (513) 984-8090
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

4025 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

Dec 4, 2023

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
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!
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, Cocktails, 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 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cincinnati / Dayton
Good for business meals
Cincinnati / Dayton
Steak
Cincinnati
Good for business meals
Cincinnati
Steak

4,025 Reviews

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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RobR
Cincinnati
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Embers

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Dover Sole

Filet Mignon

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Embers offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Embers restaurant rated?

Is Embers currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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