I decided to give this place a shot while free for lunch one day and was pleasantly surprised. This has been my favorite restaurant of 2026 so far from the quality ingredients making up the food to the superb service offered by the staff. I got here as they opened on Sunday, and it got packed relatively quickly. I'd recommend having a reservation if you're planning to visit during busier timeframes like this. I was seated promptly by attentive staff, and quickly had both food and drink menus to begin ordering. I was looking for something tasty without being too heavy, and settled on the Little Hans Vienna Lager along with the 8 oz steak burger and fries. The beer had amazing flavor similar to Devil's Backbone Vienna Lager with a good, crisp finish. The burger meal, described with "Tillamook cheddar cheese, caramelized onion & bacon jam, beef fat aioli, grilled potato roll, truffle fries", was arguablely the best burger and fries I've ever had in my life. Everything tasted fresh, and the flavor of the wood-fired grill certainly complemented the meat. The house-made pickles were a great touch to add another layer of complexity to the burger. I could tell the fries were fresh cut and never frozen. The truffle oil made these even more amazing. The manager offered and brought a special sauce to try that they normally serve with their chicken chicken sandwich that was superbly tasty and tangy. More than impressed with my entree, I elected to try a desert and was recommended the S'mores pie by my waitress. The deliciously buttery crust was my favorite part of the ensemble and blended well with the savory chocolate filling topped with a toasted marshmallow. While a bit pricey for lunch compared to most places, I was more than satisfied with the offerings provided here and would love to visit Ember and Iron again. Give my number one choice of 2026 thus far some love! read more

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Great ambiance and service. The cocktails were very good as well. My partner ordered the Filet which was a very good piece of meat. She ordered medium rare but it came out medium well. I ordered the rib eye medium. The rib eye was mostly fat. I expect some with this cut but it was too much. The side for both dishes were very good. We ordered the corn bread in cast iron and it was excellent. I hate giving bad reviews but I have to this time. We won't complain during the meal either. I apologize for this review but going out a meal is special and we expected more. read more

It is always a pleasure dining here. The service on Saturday night was fabulous! For drinks, I had the chefs kiss which is right up my alley because I love a martini with vanilla vodka it is fruity, tangy, and smooth. My boyfriend had a custom make your own old fashioned, which is always fun. You choose what type of liquor, bitters, and smoke you would like so you can tailor your drink to your liking. For appetizers, we had to get the roasted oysters, everything here has the essence of that fire grilled taste which I particularly love on oysters. After we knocked back a dozen of those, we tried the fries with the tender beef, cheese, and pickled jalapeños. They fry them in tallow, which gives the fries a really nice rich flavor! Then my boyfriend has some cornbread, which had a fruit jam and whipped butter, which he enjoyed. I typically get the chimichurri steak which again has that nice fire grilled element and is paired with some delicious vegetables like carrots, green beans, and potatoes. My boyfriend had the red fish over the andouille dirty rice, which was phenomenal! If I didn't get my seafood craving from the oysters, I definitely would've ordered that. Everything was fantastic as always! read more

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Not my first review of this place and I'll just say it again, great service by Nina, my personal server, wonderful ambiance, and the food, mmmm mmmm, mm. I had the Oktoberfest menu: Everything Pretzel, Bier Braised Bratwurst Platter and best of all, German Black Forest Cake. Absolutely delicious. I hope they bring back the Food Explorer Series. read more

Made a last minute decision to come fine in for dinner on a Friday night with a party of 7. We sat outside and although it was hot they did have the outside air conditioner on and the ceiling fans going. The weather began to take a turn so they put the roller shade down which is a nice convenience. The service was awesome. Our server was very sweet and our food came out quite quickly. We ordered several dishes but my favorite was the steak bucatini and smoked salmon dip. The ambiance is quite nice. I love the open kitchen and it's super clean inside the restaurant and bathroom! read more

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Took part of Ember and Iron's limited Food Explorer Series: Oktoberfest and it was delicious. If you're able to attend, reservations are definitely needed. Our waitress, Nina, was attentive and knowledge about the food series. read more

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The atmosphere and ambiance is amazing even with the bar packed. It's not loud at all and it's just overwhelmingly cozy vibe. Everything is made from scratch and they are very attentive to allergen requests. Definitely worth the price, 10 out of 10 experience, would come back again. read more

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I've been to this restaurant many times and they never disappoint! The food and the service is great every time. We always do a reservation before because the place is busy. read more

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Stopped here from my 40th birthday celebration. We had reservations for a table of four. Our waiter was great, super friendly, super knowledgeable and had the bartender craft me a special birthday cocktail. I got the oyster app and the sweet tea brined pork tenderloin. Both were addictively good. For dessert, I had the s'mores pie, which was surprisingly good. Fudgy creamy goodness with a nice texture from the graham cracker crust. I really love the roasted marshmallow fluff on top and they brought it with a candle for my birthday. I really appreciated that extra touch along with the FREE champagne for the table. They really know how to do birthday dinners If you want to get the horseshoe booth check for it on the reservations. read more

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Stopped by for a quick happy hour with some friends and had a nice time. The bartender/server was wonderful and we had just a couple appetizers. The food was decent and the drinks were lovely. It was pretty quiet when we got there and was just starting to pick up when we left. I think that's the time to go. It's prob my best experience here yet! I'm not sure that I'm ready to dip my toes in for a full meal experience again but definitely trending up in my book! read more

Ember & Iron - Oh you fancy. - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Great food and service. We can't get enough of this place. The best steak tartare in town and the burgers are incredible. Every is delicious. read more

Once again, we had a spectacular date night at Ember and Iron. It truly offers the best bang for your buck when you're craving a great steak dinner. One thing I really appreciate is how, unlike many restaurants, they've narrowed their menu to a smaller selection of entrees and clearly focused on perfecting each one. The attention to detail really showed in the Braised Short Rib, where all the flavors came together in a wonderfully harmonious dish. While it's usually served with grits, I personally prefer pairing it with mashed potatoes. It's a small swap, but one that makes the dish even better for me. Beyond the food, the service elevated the entire experience. Our server, Joshua, went the extra mile to make our date night feel special and was extremely knowledgeable about the entire menu. To round things out, the cocktails were fantastic, and I would absolutely recommend the Gingerbread Old Fashioned. Overall, I'd say this place has surely become a regular spot for us and will continue to stay in our date night rotation. read more

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Trendy vibe, excellent service, great food and plenty of parking. We stopped by for dinner on Friday night, definitely make a reservation as this is a popular location. Had a wonderful scallop dish, perfectly prepared. I was initially anxious about the service, since the hostess seemed to be a bit mechanical in the way she welcomed guests, but the rest of the service team was incredibly engaging. Pricing is reasonable, a wonderful value in the area. read more

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Second time coming here and it's still tasty! Our waiter was great and so knowledgeable of the menu and suggesting some great eats. The oysters were delicious and the fried pickles are a fav of mine personally! The restaurant offers a nice vibe and I really like how you can see the scratch kitchen. Overall, this place is great. read more

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I'll go ahead and admit that I did the "happy food dance" at the table. And I'd do it again! lol The restaurant itself overall is well situated with inside and outside seating, along with a full well-stocked bar. Each time I've been there the staff I've been very attentive and very helpful. I previously had another favorite located in the St. Johns town center, but I think this is my new go-to, date-night, and birthday-dinner favorite. The food... I think they have great portions. Not too big not too small. Great size for a shared appetizer, dinner and a light dessert. The only thing I've ever questioned here was the cornbread. The second time I got it it was a little overcooked. But he quickly took it back and brought out another, which was about two minutes overdone but definitely edible, though not as good as the first time. But please, don't let that stop you from going. This place is delicious! read more

Ember & Iron - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I hate that I can't remember my servers name because I'm doing my review a month late but he was fantastic from start to finish and everything in between. My sweet sweet girlfriend and I were gifted gift cards to ember and iron so we ended up going here for our anniversary dinner! It was really nice and quiet, with great music in the background. Intimate spot with great food and drinks. Would definitely love to go back. No complaints at all. read more

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I love Ember and Iron, always friendly, attentive, and truly makes you feel welcome throughout the entire meal. Unfortunately this visit fell flat. The food didn't quite match the experience; while well-presented, it lacked the flavor and depth we were hoping for. The pork had no flavor and the dough was soggy and falling off of the pork chop. The corn cakes were a bit bland as well. All other items were amazing. read more

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Probably the best more formal ding locations on the CR210 area. Nice restaurant. Great service with delicious options The cornbread is one of our regular go to items. The chimichurri steak is always excellent. Fantastic whiskey selection. This time, I did a flight of bourbons. You get to pick 4 and do either a half or full pour. Definitely not a cheap place to eat. Still, a good option for a better meal with great food and drink options. read more

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We came here with my sister and her husband for a belated Valentine's Day dinner. When we arrived we were greeted by the hostess. We decided to have a drink at the bar. I ordered a lemon drop martini. My drink was made well and was cold. When we were seated, we looked over the menu. There menu hasn't really changed too much. We opted to start with fried pickles and split a wedge salad. My sister and her husband each had a salad. My sister had the burata and her husband had the ranch. Our apps/salads came out quickly. The wedge salad was cool and crisp. I wish it had more pieces of bacon, the bacon looked a bit sparse. The fried pickles were great. I loved the light crisp batter on them and the ranch dip had a bit of a kick to it. For dinner I got the braised short ribs, my husband and brother in law both got the chimichurri steak, and my sister got the pork schnitzel. I've been looking forward to the braised short ribs all week. I was a bit disappointed that when I bit in, it appeared to be pretty bland. Normally when I get this meal it's bursting with flavor. My husband and BIL enjoyed their steaks. My sister enjoyed her schnitzel, but said the pork could have been a bit thinner. We ended the meal with their skillet cookie. Typically the cookie comes out piping hot, but on this occassion, while the skillet was hot, the cookie wasn't. We'll give them another shot, but I was a bit disappointed this time around. read more

The Shrimp and Grits were the best I've had!! Spicy, delicious, large portion. Yum! As always, service at the bar was stellar. read more

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Our first time at Ember and Iron. First visit and we enjoyed it. The skillet cornbread with red pepper jelly is awesome. Our server,josh,was personable and helpful. My husband ordered a black manhattan, and Brian, the wine sommelier, came to check it is had been made properly. It had been! We shared the wedge salad, delicious. My husband had the Farroe salmon and I had the buttermilk chicken. really good service and had an enjoyable conversation with Brian, the wine man. For sure will be back soon! read more

My daughter treated me to an early Mother's Day dinner a couple of weeks ago. We chose here because she had never been and wanted to try it. We had reservations and were promptly seated. You can definitely smell the wood-fire grill but it's not overwhelming at all. The fried Brussels sprouts with bacon jam is normally a side dish however we ordered it as an appetizer. We both enjoyed it, especially that bacon jam :). To save room for dessert, we shared the ribeye. There's a $4 charge for splitting a meal which is reasonable since they give you both full servings of the sides. Even sharing the meal we had leftovers. The ribeye was finished with an herb butter and was very tender and tasty. The crispy garlic parmesan potatoes were also delicious. They are baked then slightly smashed then quickly fried in beef tallow...yummm. We ended our meal very much enjoying every last bite of the skillet chocolate chip cookie. To top it all our sever was amazing. Will definitely go back to try the chimichurri steak. read more

Ember & Iron - Half portion of ribeye - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Mackenzie was a great server. Food, wine, atmosphere were all great! We had the ribeye, salmon, and smores pie. read more

Ember & Iron - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I was excited by the menu but I don't think the flavors delivered the way I expected. My crab cake Benedict was flavored decently. The side salad didn't really have any dressing on it. I got the side crispy garlic Parmesan potatoes and they were kind of burnt and again not what we expected, they didn't have much flavor and they were just whole large potatoes that were fried and barely seasoned. My mimosa was good. My friends thought their entrees were also ok overall. I'd give them a 3.5 for our experience today. I would go back to try their dinner to see if it's any better. It's an affordable place and cute brunch destination! They had the jags game playing as well in the corners. read more

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I was on a ride up into Jacksonville and then back home, a bit of a loop just to see some things. Heading back, I took a non-traditional route. Unfortunately, it was starting to rain, and a good sized thunderstorm was coming through, so I started scouting for a place to pull over and perhaps grab a bite to eat. Thus, I found Ember & Iron. Frankly, as I approached the place, I was thinking that it was going to be a steakhouse of some sort. Not so. The menu is more along the lines of a high-end sports bar, aiming for the diner that wants to explore some different tastes in classic dishes. It can be hit or miss with that sort of thing, obviously. Sometimes you just don't want to mess about with a classic dish and its flavour profile. Since I was solo, and this was a Sunday afternoon, the place was busy with the church crowd, so I opted for a seat at the bar as that is always first-come first-serve. I went over the menu thoroughly, and even took a quick walk around the floor to look at some of the things that people were eating to see if there was anything that leapt out at me as being "Get This!" Eventually I opted for the beef carpaccio for an appetizer and the Fish and Chips for my main. The carpaccio was excellent, and would also make a great sharing dish for two. The fish and chips? Well, it was acceptable, but the portion size was on the small side for the expense. A single fillet on a bed of mid-level fries and a couple of dipping sauces was kind of sad. Not even any garnish to make the plate pop. The dish really needs work, considering the other dishes that I was seeing. Frankly, this is not a place that I would be intentionally going back to. If I were passing through the area again at the right time, and I had already been to other places to try them out, I would probably go back. read more

Ember & Iron - The fish and chips with dipping sauces in the background. Really needs a garnish. - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Second time dining here and it did not disappoint. We made reservations for the patio and it was a great spot for a quiet dinner without having to "yell" over the noise to have a conversation. Our server (I can't believe I don't remember her name!) was absolutely amazing! She was over-the-top professional, pleasant, and efficient with everything. She made great suggestions and checked in often. Our food was all hot and looked amazing. We started with the cowboy fries which were not my favorite. They weren't bad, but I wouldn't order again. I chose the crispy chicken thigh sandwich which made me forget all about the mediocre starter. The chicken was perfectly fried and super tender but the sauce and house made pickles made the sandwich. My husband got the lamb chop special which was also good (he said my sandwich was better). We skipped dessert but they had multiple options that sounded delicious. We did not have cocktails but the ones we saw served at nearby tables were pretty impressive. We often forget about this place because it is tucked into a shopping center but we definitely want to come more often. read more

Ember & Iron - Crispy Chicken Thigh Sandwich - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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My fiancée and I just moved here and we were looking for a good date night spot and this was the perfect place! The vibe is very good and the restaurant has a modern feel to it. The food was fantastic - the cornbread and steak burger with bacon jam on it were the two favorites but everything was delicious! Our server was very nice and welcoming even giving us complimentary champagne for our first time. We will be absolutely going back and would recommend to anyone looking for a nice date night! read more

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We came here being new to the area looking for our new *steak* place. We ordered 2 old fashioned as this seems to be their signature drink. My husband was smoked and mine was not. This was one of the best old fashions I had had in a long time. The tables were set up as a long bench on one side then tables next to each other, so not the best ambiance. I can not remember if the tables were a better option. Our waitress was quick and nice. She asked if we had ever been there and I told her no and asked about their appetizers. She recommended the corn bread. I was a bit taken back by that as I never ordered corn bread as an app, nor did I find corn bread something you would opt for but we tried it and I am glad we did. It was service in its own cast iron pan with (honey?) butter and a pepper jelly. Honestly, I never knew corn bread could be so good. Now to our dinner. I ordered Filet Mignon (MR) which came with a potato patty, my husband ordered a Ribeye (R) and it came with French fries (frites) Our food came out and my filet mignon was super rare. I cut it open and it was rarer than my husbands. I sent it back for more fire, but kept the potatoes patty and asparagus. There was a gruyere cheese sauce on the plate which was a little smokey tasting. The asparagus ends should have been trimmed as I had to spit it out due to it being woody / stalky, but after that I only ate the middles to tip of asparagus. The Potato patty was a bit overdone as well. Finally they bring out my filet mignon and I had to send it back yet again as it was still raw in the middle. The manager came over and discounted my steak, and I just took it home. read more

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Brunch was amazing! They added a lot of tasty items to the menu. Perfect for a group or a few friends to get together. We had The Standard with a side of avocado and the Benedict. Both were outstanding and the mimosas were sooooo good. If you come, visit Alan at the bar.! Excellent service. He makes the best drinks. Cheers! read more

Ember & Iron - Brunch Menu - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

I have really enjoyed my dinners here! Just delicious! Start with the cornbread, it has a perfect texture! And a fancy cocktail, all good! This time around we got the chimichuri steak and salmon...out of the two I loved the salmon more, it was cooked so good, crispy on the outside and flavorful! Steak was good also just really loved that salmon dish! Beautiful presentations and unique foods, 5 stars from me! read more

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My friends have been raving about this place for years, so I finally took the plunge. The customer service is bar none! As soon as I walked in I felt welcomed and knew eating there would be a dining experience. We came for late lunch--honestly, the plan was to eat brunch, but I digress. Friends ordered some wontons and since I was starving I popped one in my mouth. I want to believe the wontons were made on site, because they were so flaky and crispy giving an empanada vibe. Of course I didn't know what I wanted, while everyone else memorized the menu. I finally settled on the French toast -- only for the server to come back and say, "we're all out", which is code for "ma'am did you think there would be French toast at 2:30" :) I decided to get the E & I standard, you can't go wrong with bacon, eggs and roasted potatoes. The portions are huge, just look at the pics of the Shakshuka and burger. The only thing left to say is, save me a seat at the bar. This might be my new Cheers! Shout out to the day manager, Maria and our wonderful server Lala. They took the experience to the next level. read more

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The food is pretty good and the service is great. Very easy to get in and out with reservations. Fully stocked bar and the menu has a variety of options. If you're in this area, this is a great option. read more

OBSESSSSED WITH ember & iron!!! From the ambiance to the food to the service, it is top notch!!! We got to sit at the beautiful horseshoe table and it was so much fun! We started with the pork wontons and the salmon dip on sourdough. Both items were fabulous!!!! The dip was insane. I could eat it every dang day! It was so so good!!! I chose the steak chimmichurri and it was absolutely incredible!! The sauce was fantastic. The crispy potatoes were fabulous and the roasted veggies were also phenomenal. It was a great dinner!! My friends chose the burger x 2 and the steak frites. Both were tasty and cooked very well. We finished with a round of celebratory champagne for my birthday! What a beautiful celebration!! Thanks Ember & Iron for being part of my great day!! read more

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The place seemed pretty empty as I entered which was a plus for us. I decided the bar had the most happening and sat to receive a quick glass of water being presented before me. Our sweet bartender was a joy and had my order of cornbread and a side of black eyed peas in and out quickly. My order surely stated I was a true southern gal and couldn't wait to mix them up and enjoy. My dessert was a espresso martini which I watched being made with great care. 3 expresso beans carefully placed in the middle and presented with poise and awe, the smell alone woke up my senses. So glad we finally had a chance to experience the vision they have and keep up that southern cooking. read more

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Enjoyed a leisurely Sunday brunch of crab cakes and shrimp and grits. The cakes were decent and full of crab, but the flavor didn't shine through. The shrimp n grits stile the show...the crispy Okra and chorizo are a nice finishing touch to give this famous dish a good twist. Even though I had reservations and the place wasn't crowded, service was lackluster. read more

Ember & Iron - Shrimp n grits - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Great ambiance and food. It struggled at first to find its niche in the our limited upscale dining neighborhood in the imaginary town of St Johns. Although there is a lot of fast dining here other than Al Dente in the same strip or Poppy's most of us drive to St Augustine, PV or even Mandarin for a night out or entertaining out of state guests. read more

Ember & Iron - Scallops and Fried Corn - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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The place is super cute and comfortable. The staff is amazing. Our waiter was Zach and he was super nice and gave great recommendations. The food and deserts were delicious. read more

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The server was great. He was very knowledgeable on the dishes and took time to explain them. My seafood diavolo dish was fresh and head excellent flavor. The space was very open, lively and a little on the classy side. read more

Ember & Iron - This was a spicy (Diavolo) shrimp, fish and mussel pasta dish. It was very good and I would certainly order it again. - American Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

One word: PHENOMENAL! This place is my new favorite, hands down 5 starts. Visited as part of yelp's Top places to drink and I am so grateful I did. We went on Saturday afternoon as soon as they opened, I was surprised to see a line of people waiting to get in, we did not have reservations but were greeted and seated immediately. Our server, was so nice, very helpful, told us all about the new fall cocktail menu and offered several recommendations. We stared with the apple pie old fashioned which was so yummy and the fall in Florida cocktail. The restaurant general manager David, stopped by our table and we had a wonderful conversation about cocktails and tequila, good times! We ordered tapas style as were super hungry and I cannot praise this place anymore. Food was amazing, we sampled the skillet corn bread which came with spicy strawberry jelly and butter, oh my! Also the crab and shrimp salad, something I've never had before and it was delicious, super fresh and flavorful. Also enjoyed the hummus and ordered the buttermilk chicken and the branzino roasted whole fish, with grits (my favorite), roasted veggies, okra and crispy potatoes. Allí can say it was a complete food coma but I just couldn't stop eating, everything's as super tasty. To close we had another round of cocktails and enjoyed the beautifully decorated dining room, overall a top notch experience and I cannot wait to be back! read more

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I have never left a review anywhere before, but the service and food was absolutely amazing I had to go out of my way to write one. The server Daniel that we had was over the top, checking on us very frequently, super friendly and was very knowledgeable on the menu. The hostess was also very friendly and welcoming. As well as the manager who came to our table to ask how everything was. The food left us speechless. The ribeye was by far the best I have ever had. The shrimp and grits had such an amazing flavor. Portions were well worth the money. The setting inside was perfect. I would recommend this place 100X over again. Very reasonably priced for the quality. read more