Ember & Rye

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   Elizabeth

   San Diego

   12 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Took our 25 year old son for a special luncheon day before Thanksgiving, as he will be working on Thanksgiving. Experience was "MEH". Waited at hostess stand for about 8 minutes with no acknowledgment (bartender was in plain sight without a single customer in the bar). I finally asked bartender if anyone could get us seated for our reservation, he said just wait for the hostess. It was just past noon & only a few occupied tables - the service was just lackluster, no one came to refill empty water glasses, after about 20 minutes, I flagged down a busperson who obliged. My son was excited to order a special steak, they had a "reserve steak menu" available on request. He selected a special cut ($82) & asked what sides were available. None. So the steak comes by itself, and the server said they really don't have sides available during lunch. Hmm...we asked about several items offered off the entree selection, server said those really won't work well. Server said he would check with the kitchen & see what they could do...he returned & said they could do a side of broccolini with kale. My son (feeling a bit self conscious ordering such an expensive steak) asked what the cost would be for the side. Not once, but twice the server said " no charge, we will include the side". Food came out incredibly slowly, felt like close to an hour. I had ordered the carrot hummus, which came with four crispy pieces of pita that seemed fried. I asked for just some regular soft pita wedges, which came about 25 minutes later. No mention of extra charge, there was. Shortly after the meals arrived, the server stopped by & said "oh my bad, the chef said there actually is an extra charge for the broccolini side - it will be $12, I apologize" & walked off. At this point, my son - said that is really bad form, a person should not say no charge, then recant that after the meal is delivered. Our lunch of two appetizers, a burger, steak (& side), salad & ice teas was $185 prior to tax. Not impressed
   

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   Earl

   Los Angeles

   15 reviews

   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent venue for lunch with view of Aviara Golf Course in foreground and Batiquitos Lagoon beyond, very scenic. Dependent on weather, outdoor seating would be the best option! Richard Blais' preparations for lunch for our party of 4 was delicious! I plan to return for dinner as today's lunch was our first visit to Ember & Rye. My wife and I have followed Richard Blais since he first came to San Diego. We enjoyed his fine dining presentations many years when he was Chef/Owner at Juniper & Ivy. We look forward to many more meals at Ember & Rye!
   

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   Rob

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was absolutely delicious and the ambience is so peaceful!
   

   Ember & RyeResponded 3 days ago

   Good morning Rob, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Ember & Rye! It's wonderful to know that our food met your expectations and that the ambience added to your peace of mind. We always strive to provide a peaceful atmosphere for our guests. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, Ember & Rye Management Team
   

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   Milena

   Chicago

   27 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   27 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful dining experience. The service from start to finish was first rate. We came for our anniversary and had a wonderful meal. The shrimp cocktail had the largest tiger prawns I’ve ever seen. Beautifully cooked boneless ribeye and an extensive wine collection.
   

   Ember & RyeResponded 3 days ago

   Good morning Milena, Thank you so much for choosing Ember & Rye to celebrate your special day! We're happy to hear that you had a wonderful dining experience from start to finish. It's great to know that you enjoyed our shrimp cocktail, boneless ribeye, and our extensive wine collection. We always strive to provide excellent service and delicious meals, so your feedback means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences! Best, Ember & Rye Management Team
   

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   Katherine

   Los Angeles

   15 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   The service was great and food was tasty, but the noise level was really loud throughout the restaurant and several nearby tables were oblivious to the fact that they were disrupting everyone else’s dinner.
   

   Ember & RyeResponded 7 days ago

   Thanks for visiting us, Katherine. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service and food at Ember & Rye. However, we're sorry to hear that the noise level was a bit too high for your comfort. We always aim to create a comfortable atmosphere for all our guests, and we appreciate your feedback on this matter. We hope to welcome you back soon for a quieter dining experience. -Best regards, The Management Team at Ember & Rye
   

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   Patrick

   San Francisco

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on November 15, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We entertained dear friends at Ember & Rye for dinner. You can never go wrong when dining at this fantastic restaurant. Although it is primarily a high end steakhouse, their dining options cover everything from chicken to fish to veal and pasta. Guests can enjoy superbly prepared gourmet dishes or just order one of the best burgers in town. The service is always exceptionally friendly and professional. I highly recommend Ember & Rye for a date night or a special occasion.
   

   Ember & RyeResponded on November 19, 2024

   Thanks for the feedback, Patrick! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a fantastic dining experience at Ember & Rye. It's great to know that our range of dishes covers everything from chicken to fish to veal, and that you enjoyed our gourmet dishes. We're also glad to hear that our service met your expectations. We strive to make every visit a special occasion for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you and your friends back for another memorable experience. Best, The Management Team
   

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   linda

   San Diego

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on November 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The setting on the patio was beautiful and peaceful. The service was wonderful. Chris was our waiter and he was perfect.
   

   Ember & RyeResponded on November 19, 2024

   Thanks for visiting us, Linda! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful ambiance and service at Ember & Rye. It's always wonderful to know that our team was able to provide you with a wonderful dining experience. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another wonderful experience. Best, The Management Team
   

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   Alison

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 11, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Best food. Unexpectedly got to meet chef Blais who was beyond delightful. The food and chef did not disappoint.
   

   Ember & RyeResponded on November 19, 2024

   Thanks for the review, Alison! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and had the pleasure of meeting our chef. We strive to provide the best dining experience possible, and your words affirm that our efforts are paying off. We look forward to welcoming you back to Ember & Rye soon. -The Management Team
   

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   Dennis

   Central Coast

   9 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on November 11, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful experience. All the dishes were great, service impeccable. Met Chef Blaise. Back waiters Daniel and all other staff were superb. Sous chef Gerald came out with the steak and was awesome. Primary server Mathew did a fantastic job. 5 stars will definitely come back.
   

   Ember & RyeResponded on November 19, 2024

   Hi Dennis, We're overjoyed to hear about your wonderful experience at Ember & Rye! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our dishes and found our service to be impeccable. We're glad that our sous chef and server were able to enhance your experience with their skills. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another 5-star experience. Best Regards, -The Management Team
   

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    David

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The proteins are all delicious, of course, but don’t miss out on the corn crème brûlée or the potato puree with whipped Boursin! Ambience and service are both great. Chef Blais happened to be there! He went around chatting with all the guests, and we had a lovely conversation. They say he visits about once a month, so shoot your shot!
    

    Ember & RyeResponded on November 19, 2024

    Hi David, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Ember & Rye! It's great to know that our protein options, especially the corn crème brûlée and potato puree with boursin, stood out to you. We're also glad that you appreciated our ambiance and service. We're delighted that Chef Blais stopped by and chatted with you. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, -The Management Team
    

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