Cancel

Open app

Search

Ember Restaurant and Bar

4.1 (112 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

Ember Restaurant and Bar Photos

EMBER RESTAURANT AND BAR ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?

You might also consider

More like Ember Restaurant and Bar

Recommended Reviews - Ember Restaurant and Bar

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Bison short rib

Food was excellent. We shared the bison flautas as a stater. My wife had the steak frites and I had the bison short rib. Both were fantastic. Would highly recommend this restaurant.

Lobster Mac & Cheese
Laura D.

Had a wonderful dinner on the patio overlooking the water and the mountains. We shared the mango shrimp, and the ordered the steak frites and lobster Mac and cheese. For dessert we had the carrot cake. Every bit of it was wonderful, and the portions were very generous, and we had an excellent view and service. I would highly recommend.

Bistro Filet
Bryan L.

We visited Ember while staying at the Estes Park Resort. While we had a very satisfying meal I'm not sure that I'd come here if staying elsewhere. Keep in mind it's offseason so the place was quiet. Night so no views of the lake. If staying at the resort it's a no brainer to have a meal here. Dinner, table for 3. I had the bison short rib with garlic mashed potatos. A hearty dish, delicate short rib, I dare say I enjoyed the mash potatoes the most. Also ordered was the Bistro filet which was ok but not wow and the steak frites. The steak frites was tender with a generous portion of garlic Parmesan fries. This one iId recommend. Drinks were excellent. I tasted two old fashions with their house barrel of Elijah Craig whisky just to be sure, yes they were excellent. The modern mountain decor is pleasant, a bit dark at our table. Service was exceptional. Prices are on the higher side but not out of line for Estes.

Kathleen N.

We were here for a weekend and wanted to find a restaurant we can reserve in advance - and sure enough this is one of the few restaurants in town that takes reservations. The service was okay, could have been better. We arrived early and still had to wait an additional 30 minutes for our table. Not only that but our server could have also provider better service as we were waiting on water and our check for a long time. The ambiance was very nice, warm, and inviting which was perfect for a group of people I was with. The food was okay. I got the queso, salsa, and Guacamole dip as an appetizer. The Guac was good but the cheese and salsa had a consistency I wasn't a fan of. For the entree, I got streak frites and it was average - good but not great, might even say a little bland. Overall, I'm glad I tried this place but I'm not sure if I would come back.

Lobster bisque soup and a view!
JoJo E.

KILLER VIEWS!! Golf club crowd after happy hour and quite busy on Saturday evening. There was an event upstairs which made it very loud but we opted to sit outside on their gorgeous deck until a rain storm forced us inside. The staff were pleasant and our server Vlad was very kind to find us a seat with a good view. I love the chilled glass water bottles they bring and the smaller glasses to refill as they don't crowd the table. It felt very bougie and fancy but the food was truly amazing!! Everything looked and smelled great and it came out of the kitchen piping hot and beautifully plated. My sea bass was perfectly cooked and seasoned well. Hubby had the fried chicken and loved it. I had to try his fried brussel sprouts as they were fantastic. The lobster bisque was very good with lots of chunks of lobster in it. I'd love to return and perhaps even stay at the hotel!!

Lobster bisque
Amber D.

Has a great dining experience at Ember. We had a group reservation and were seated timely. The lobster bisque was delicious and had plenty of lobster pieces . The bison flautas were very flavorful. I really enjoyed the selection of food options from the menu. Everyone in my group seemed to be pleased with their food.

potato soup
Taylor C.

Really stunning restaurant right on the water. Huge windows overlooking the view. Dining room is gorgeous and the booths are really fun. Food was delicious! probably one of the best potato soups i've ever had. Was a little disappointed in the vegetarian entree options, hoped for something more elevated than a veggie burger. but it was a fantastic burger ! Service was great, very good recommendations.

House marg - with an odd color
Wendy M.

Let's talk all the good things about our trip first! The views on the patio were amazing. Incredibly hot at first, with no sunshade, but thankfully the sun ducked behind a few clouds and provided some relief. We ordered only an app and two cocktails, so are speaking only to this. If you can imagine, two cocktails and cauliflower bites set us back $65. Whoa. What's worse? The Cauli bites were incredibly bland. Our waitress, Candice, although kind, didn't ask why over 75% of this dish was left when we declined a to go box. We asked for salt and pepper in a Hail Mary attempt to help them out, but no joy. Total fail. A few other small details got my attention - the plates she brought us were dirty and she forgot who ordered what. Mayne I'm grumpy today, but it was odd. She wasn't attentive and we watched every couple around us being attended to (by another waiter) while we sat in a in odd cone of silence. I'm not sure $65 is worthy of two drinks and an app? Even for Estes Park, it felt ridiculous.

Filet
Krista G.

We had a good time as a family staying at the Resort here. We all ate more than our share. We started with the fruit and cheese platter. It was large and if you are looking for charcuterie... this is not it. It had one crustini, pre-sliced white cheese and the fruit was like an oversized kids meal... which was perfect for the kid. We also got a burger and then steaks. The steak sauce wasn't very good but the mashed potatoes were delicious. Smooth and even and plenty of butter. The squash was good but not evenly cooked or cut. We got a few drinks. The spiked cider and Moscow mule (in copper mug) were good. The manhattan and Penicillin? (sour) were better. Or that's second drink talking. Service was very good. Our server was conscious of allergies, attentive on drinks, and polite on pricing. It was busy. We had to wait 15 minutes and when we got there around 7:30 the other tables had obviously been there... more than a little while. A little stumbling and dropping keys... there wasn't even a wedding that night. I think they are adding room service and I think that would be a good addition in more than one way.

Beef short ribs
Mandy L.

The cocktails get my win for Ember. A creative menu and they take care to make them with great attention. The food is admittedly delicious as well. The one loss in stars is honestly for the price. They have plenty of tourists willing to splurge on vacation, but as a local we can really only show up for an anniversary or special occasion, even though it does not have a fine dining atmosphere to match the prices... but if you are on vacation looking to drop some dough, the food and drinks are great!

Alice Z.

Very cute restaurant in Estes park. Service is very very good. They were accommodating w 2 toddlers in our group. Food is decent - especially for mountain town standards - I really liked the lobster bisque and short rib. The fried chicken was ok

Apple Fritter Cake

I have been here twice so far and both times really enjoyed the place. So far I have just had the cheese burger because it is so good. Fries are also good. They have this sauce they serve with the fries that is amazing. I suggest asking for extra. Cocktails are really good as well and I would 100% just stop by for a drink and an appetizer. The last trip was my son and I. We sat at the bar with no reservation. Given he is younger and can eat a ton he got the desert (apple fritter cake). I had a taste and it was amazing. Definitely worth making a reservation if you want a nice dinner while in Estes or go late afternoon and sit at the bar. A few pictures but sadly none of the burgers because we ate them so fast ! I will also say the staff is great too !

Chicken fried chicken and arugula salad. Both were so good.

See all

1 month ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

24 days ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 1

1 month ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

12 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

19 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 2
Love this 0
Oh no 1

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1
Photo of JoJo E.
155
507
3170

9 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 2

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Toni H.
1
45
44

3 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Mandy L.
1202
331
1516

9 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Chad M.
23
57
8

2 months ago

Great place. The food and service were excellent, and the views are fantastic. Highly recommend checking it out.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of greg s.
3
115
65

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of B H.
0
5
4

1 month ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

9 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 4

Page 1 of 3

Ask the Community - Ember Restaurant and Bar

You might also consider

The Barrel - Estes Park - Lots of repurposed on-theme decor

The Barrel - Estes Park

3.7(182 reviews)
1.6 mi
•$

Dog friendly indoors! If you like to bring your fur baby on your travels you bring them in to the…read moreBarrel. They don't serve food, only drinks, so you're allowed to bring your pups in. There are normally several food trucks that surround the Barrel which gives you a lot of food choices. Inside reminds me of the old town bars with wooden tables and a floor that is covered with saw dust. You can bring your food inside and then imbibe on great selection of adult beverages they have to enjoy your food with. Dog water bowls are provided throughout the establishment if your pups thirsty add well. Fun place to stop and fill your tank!

Extremely frustrated by the lack of consistency here. Our family has visited The Barrel for the…read morelast three spring breaks and it has always been a staple of our trip. Our kids (14 & 12) are experienced pool players; we typically play together as a family or let them play a game on their own while we enjoy a few rounds. We've been in 4 times this week alone and were welcomed every time. Today, we were abruptly told they couldn't play due to a 16+ rule by a young bartender who has always allowed us to play. He mentioned that the owner doesn't like kids playing and there is a sign. While there is a sign posted behind the wall and not clearly marked, it has been completely ignored by staff and other families for the years we've been coming here, and certainly wasn't mentioned during our other visits this week. Even today, it seemed to be selectively enforced. If a family is respectful, knows how to use the equipment properly, and has been welcomed all week, there should be some common sense and hospitality applied--especially for repeat customers. To allow it for days and then suddenly change the rules on our 5th visit is just poor hospitality and frankly feels slightly discriminatory.

Photos
The Barrel - Estes Park - $4/glass. Do it

$4/glass. Do it

The Barrel - Estes Park
The Barrel - Estes Park - Weller 12

See all

Weller 12

Wapiti Colorado Pub

Wapiti Colorado Pub

3.7(579 reviews)
2.9 mi
•$$

We hosted our pre-wedding welcome reception for about 115 people at The Wapiti, and I genuinely do…read morenot know how to convey how perfectly it all came together. So I will just start naming things. Bernice was incredible. Full stop. She and the team made the entire evening feel effortless, which anyone who has planned an event for 115 people knows is the hardest trick to pull off. They greeted every guest with a pianist playing and a quick cocktail bar going right as people walked in, and the whole place immediately had the warmest, most welcoming energy. Our families spread out and mingled across the bar, the banquet room, and the patio like they had been coming here for years. And that patio. It sits right over a river with full mountain views and it is genuinely stunning. Multiple family members took one look at it and said some version of "okay, I see why you live here." That is the Wapiti effect. They also brought in Malort, which, to be clear, is a truly disgusting liquor. But to a room full of Midwesterners it somehow speaks to our souls, and the fact that The Wapiti cheerfully tracked some down for us was both hilarious and exactly the kind of above-and-beyond move that made the night. Now, the food. They set up an appetizer bar that was somehow always full, and it was so good that when dinner was actually served, both Vanessa's family and mine were genuinely flabbergasted to learn that the spread we had been happily grazing on for an hour was just the warmup. The real dinner blew us away. Then, as if to show off, they set up a dessert bar in another room entirely. At that point we just surrendered. The scenery is gorgeous, the staff was on it all night, the drinks were flowing, and the whole thing was the most Colorado, most friendly vibe you could possibly ask for. We love The Wapiti and we stop in anytime we are in town. If you are looking to host an event of any kind, stop your search. This is it. Truly an incredible evening that blew us completely away. Ten out of five stars. We do not make the rules, we just wish the rules let us give them more.

The ambience here is very nice. Comfortable and clean, situated near Nicky's resort and has some…read moreoutdoor seating. The food on the other is just ok. Nothing special. It was prime rib night and i was excited to order. The prime rib was blah and unseasoned. The baked potato was good. My husband ordered the pork tenderloin sandwich and it was not good. Very thin and dry, no sauce on the bun, he had to ask for mayo. Maybe our orders were a one-off because i see other reviews raving about the food here. Drinks, on the other hand were fantastic.

Photos
Wapiti Colorado Pub - Oh yeah what a Bourbon selection

Oh yeah what a Bourbon selection

Wapiti Colorado Pub
Wapiti Colorado Pub - Margarita

See all

Margarita

Ember Restaurant and Bar - cocktailbars - Updated June 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...