Embers

4.7

4400 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steak

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Great for fine wines

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

Location
8170 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236
Phone number
(513) 984-8090
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
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

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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 4,400 people are saying

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
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Embers offers a fine dining experience with "excellent service" and diverse menu options. The atmosphere is relaxed yet elegant, perfect for special occasions. Highlights include "the best mac n cheese," delicious sushi, and perfectly cooked steaks. Despite some inconsistent experiences, many patrons praise Embers as their "go-to" spot for memorable meals.

4,400 Reviews

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john VIP
Cincinnati117 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
4 diners on a Saturday night in the main dining room. Diners all had different appetizers/salads. The same for main and desserts. Each order was delicious. Can’t go wrong with fresh food like this.
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NicoletteK
Cincinnati4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Embers is one of our favorite restaurants to enjoy with friends and family, especially those from out of town. You can't go wrong with the filet Oscar or Kobe sushi roll.
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James
Washington DC4 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pretty good place for date night. The staff was really nice and helpful. The food was ok, I wouldn’t run back to eat at this place again, it’s a little pricey for the quality.
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Robert VIP
Cincinnati32 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food!! Hawaiian sushi roll was wonderful as well as the wedge salad!! Great!
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Robert
Richmond2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I went to Embers for her birthday. The service was excellent and the food was served promptly. The food was excellent. We were both impressed and will visit again.
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BEN VIP
Cleveland2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful evening. Great food. Exceptional service.
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Bruce
Cincinnati3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible !! The Food was Amazing and very Tasty ! A Wonderful Experience !
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Missy
Cincinnati1 review
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience for my birthday! The service was wonderful
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Michael VIP
Cincinnati9 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Steaks (filet) and lobster were dry, lacked crust or flavor. Salad was basic and underwhelming, the best parts were the bread and sushi. I wouldn’t recommend doing more than a bite at the bar. The old fashion was really weak and lacked flavor as well. Everything was really blamed
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Andi VIP
Cincinnati246 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter, Nick, really made our evening. He was just a wonderful example of exemplary service this restaurant is known for. The food was delicious! We often dine here and it never disappoints!
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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 4400 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

8170 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45236

Additional information

Phone number
(513) 984-8090
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
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

Embers

Make a reservation

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Filet Mignon

Oreo Stuffed Donuts

"Au Poivre" New York Strip

Menu

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

What 4,400 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Embers offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Embers currently accepting reservations?

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