They sure know how to make a girl feel special here! A variety of unique appetizers kept arriving at our table. One after another, just an amazing array of tastes for the palate. My favorite main course is hands down the swordfish. The way they cook and season is just divine. More side dishes kept arriving to pair with the fish. Everything was absolutely wonderful. Desert was no different; a variety of sweets. My favorite of course was the decadent chocolate with a tiny happy birthday greeting in chocolate of course! The ambience is classy with a spectacular view including the golf course. Service was impeccable as always. read more

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3.5 stars Came on a weekday for lunch. I had originally made a reservation to be seated outside to take advantage of the view of the golf course but it was really hot so I opted to be seated inside which was more comfortable. My seat still looked out and had had a great view so same view just more comfortable. I got the beet and peach salad. It didn't really have a dressing but instead came on a bed of caramelized yogurt which acted as the flavor vehicle. It was also topped with frisse, sesame, za'atar, granola and mint. The peach was a nice surprise as it added a nice sweetness, freshness, and texture, I liked when I got a bite of mint, it brightened up the dish. Very unique and different. I also got the house made pastrami Ruben. It came with gruyere cheese, sauerkraut, kimchee, thousand island dressing on rye. The rye was nicely grilled which made it crispy. The pastrami was also grilled which brought out a more salty profile. The kimchee stood out and was a great pairing with the pastrami, it added some spiciness and that fermented funk that you get with sauerkraut. Over all a great sandwich I just wish there was more pastrami. I had the choice of salad or fries but since I got the beet and peach salad I opted for the fries. The fries were triple cooked and came with a truffle ketchup. The fries were cold and I didn't care for the truffle ketchup, I'd ask for aioli next time. Ember & Rye is located on the 18th hole of the Aviara golf course, There's free parking out front but seems like it could fill up during more busy times, like nights or weekends. You can see the touches of creativity from Richard Blais in the dishes. I did see a 3 course prefix menu for $40 which woulda been cheaper than my 2 choices but I wanted to try the pastrami. That's probably the way to go. read more

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Ember & Rye is the signature steakhouse at the Aviara Golf Club in Carlsbad helmed by Chef Richard Blais. The dining rooms and bar overlooked the 18th green which provided a lovely view of the course. There was a dedicated free parking lot on the property for those who wanted to just dine at the restaurant like us. The central bar was directly ahead when you walked in the entranceway with a hostess station to the left of that. My friend and I came recently for a weekday lunch and chose to sit in one the dining rooms as opposed to outside on the patio. A lunch menu and beverages menu were handed to us upon seating. A prix fixe section was on the bottom center of the page. It consisted of a starter, entree, and dessert for $39. It looked good on paper, however I was very disappointed in the choices (two salads, two entrees, three desserts). Notice that a starter wasn't even listed as an option, only salads. We each decided on a different sandwich from the five available selections. Mine was the Ember Seared Spicy Tuna Sandwich that consisted of furikake, spicy aioli, cucumber, pickled onion, avocado, radish sprouts, and butter lettuce on a brioche bun. A market lettuce or triple cooked fries with truffle pepper ketchup (my pick) were offered as a side with the sandwich. I requested the spicy aioli to be provided in a separate cup for dipping which I am glad I did. The sauce would have ruined the seared tuna fillet with too much spiciness. For fries that were triple cooked, they were not hot and crispy as expected. I suspect they may have been sitting around at room temperature for a while. Based on the price and quality of my lunch, it was a mediocre experience for a flagship restaurant of an upscale golf course. read more

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I'll start by saying for the price point it fell short for me. The s'more chocolate dessert was a regret purchase, was very bland and not impactful at all. The oyster appetizer, salad, & creme brulee corn was sadly the best part of the meal I did enjoy those a lot. Mushroom side dish was basic, we can make that at home equally as good. The 28 day dry age ribeye was a little too funky for us and for the price was disappointing we didn't really enjoy it. The fillet is just something we can cook at home just as good. Nothing here was truly awful it's just for the price points u expect to have abnormally better food and walk away feeling like it was very delicious when it was just average. read more

We drove over an hour to eat here. I didn't have too high of hopes because of some of the reviews. Generally the ambiance was wonderful and the service was good. The food however was mediocre and locked flavor. I would have expected much more from a celebrity chef spot but the caliber of food was not good compared to even a regular restaurant. The cocktails were fun though. read more

Went to lunch at Ember & Rye with some girlfriends, and we had a great experience. The restaurant is aesthetically beautiful and surrounded by a gorgeous golf course.We sat outside, which offered the perfect balance of sunshine and shade. Our waiter was incredibly friendly and provided outstanding service from start to finish. The steaks were cooked perfectly and were absolutely delicious. One thing to note: if you order the Steak Frites for lunch, it may not be what you expect. Instead of traditional French fries, the "frites" are crispy sweet potato curls served on top of the steak. The steak itself was fantastic, but just an FYI. Overall, great food, excellent service, and a beautiful setting. I'd definitely return! read more

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The food was really good. By far one of the best filet mignons I've had, this one was memorable. Every piece was on point. The potatoes were lowkey the star of the show, a must order if you're here. No idea how they make it but it's gas. They also served garlic croissants and sourdough bread with butter which was nice. The views are solid, reminded me of back bay in Newport Beach but better. The staff were very friendly. Definitely worth checking out. read more

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I was honestly surprised by how much we loved Ember & Rye. We came here to celebrate two birthdays and didn't have particularly high expectations, but everything we ordered was delicious. The sherry-glazed mushrooms were easily my favorite dish, alongside the perfect New York steak. Even dessert was incredible and ended the meal on a high note. The ambiance was beautiful, and our server, Alex, was super friendly and gave attentive service throughout the night. Such a great experience from start to finish, so we'll definitely be back! read more

Ember & Rye - Mushrooms, NY Steak and Veg Bucatini pasta (all delicious!) - Seafood Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Late post - review from my 2025 holiday trip- We enjoyed the bar, friendly service, elegant view, and delicious handcrafted cocktails. I enjoyed their creation of the Manhattan very much. When we moved to the dining room for dinner, the experience dropped to a-meh First, we got the ONLY table in the room without any view, it was next to the wall and a pillar. I guess it is good for first date, as you can only look at each other ;) The server recommended the chef's special cut- Manhattan cut-, and we took his suggestion. It was a bad decision; the cut had a thick, tender middle, and I also choked on it. It was over-seasoned too, quite salty. When we shared the feedback with the server, he said he would let the chef know, but did not offer any other practical options. The famous buttery croissant was delicious, the dessert was standard. Nothing wow in the dining room. I would recommend staying at the bar for dinner! read more

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Impressed by another Richard Blais restaurant! Ember and Rye is on the property for Park Hyatt Aviara in Carlsbad but has its own separate entrance which was easy to find. There is a large complimentary parking lot right in front of the restaurant. The ambiance inside was beautiful, modern, and clean. Reservations were very easy online. If the weather permits, I highly recommend sitting outside in their wrap around patio to enjoy the lagoon and gold course views. The food was delicious. We opted for the lunch pri fixe menu which included one salad, entree, and dessert. My daughter enjoyed her burger and fries. The portions were filling. The food was fresh and tasty. We ate it all! Service was overall great. All our servers were friendly and professional. We felt welcomed by the hostess upon arrival. Service was a bit lacking towards the end and we had to flag someone down for our dessert and check. All in all, we would definitely return and hopefully see Chef Blais! read more

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I admittedly didn't know this was Richard Blaise's concept when my boss said we were going there. It's a lovely restaurant, very coastal chic vibe. The staff was immensely kind though they did sweep my drink away before I had half finished it. The food was good, we had several appetizers including the wagyu skewers, jalapeño croquettes, and bahn mi meatballs. The meatballs were my favorite second only to the incredible garlic croissants. Now those were the highlight. I ordered the Wagyu burger and found they cooked it under. I ordered a medium and it was medium rare. The ketchup had truffle in it which I could've done without, though I'm glad it wasn't on the fries which were exceptionally good. The burger also was packed with flavor and it hit on every level. It was a great dining experience and enjoyable evening read more

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My first time attending Restaurant Week and this was a great choice. It is located near a golf course, so parking was a bit of a challenge, but they had some spots across the street that weren't too far of a walk. The restaurant status on the patio and we had a great view and the weather was perfect. They had a menu that I thought was just for Restaurant Week, but I was told that is actually one they keep your round. It was a really great deal as it included three courses for $39. There were several of us so we got a few dishes to try. The calamari was good and lightly breaded, not too heavy or over fried. I got the bucatini pasta which I thought tasted very fresh and flavorful. Also tried the salmon which was delicious and had lots of flavor to it as well, it was cooked just right. For dessert I decided to get the s'mores cake, and I was happy I did. It had a toasted meringue on top, and a chocolate sauce. Everyone agreed that it was amazing. I also tried the lemon curd yuzu pot, which I really enjoyed because I love lemon. It was light and not too thick or overly sweet, but it had that nice tangy flavor from the lemon curd. I would definitely go back to this restaurant, even though it's a little bit out of the way for me. The service was excellent, and I appreciate the recommendations and explanations of the menu. This is a great spot to have a nice lunch with friends, or even as a couple. read more

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Came here for dinner with my sis and niece and was not so impressed with the food. I actually was quite disappointed as the flavors were not as expected for the price you pay. The salad was too spicy and I did not enjoy it. The wagyu skewers came in with 2 pieces only per stick , the swordfish was not flavorful but was big portion and can be shared for two. The best was probably the Brussels sprouts which you can never go wrong with that. Any resto can do that and the chocolate dessert. Even my niece who's only four did not enjoy her Mac n cheese and even said this tastes quite different. I mean it tasted OK but I would not order it again for her. The fries was ok and she did enjoy that but again who can ever go wrong with French fries. I am coming back to park Hyatt but don't know if I would eat here again and bring my husband. read more

We have had dinner and lunch here a number of times . Decided to update my review of over five years ago after Stopping in for lunch today. We had a very pleasant outdoor table overlooking the practice putting area. Great views and we had excellent service with Jenna. Espresso Martini and glass of Rose Sparkling to start. Drinks excellent. My wife had Caesar Salad and I had Wedge Salad and we shared Salt and Pepper Calamari. Food was beautifully prepared, but both salads were light on the dressing so more had to be requested and the portions were not large. Taste was delicious. Overall they continue to be a very nice upscale location for an enjoyable meal. read more

This place was absolutely phenomenal! My boyfriend brought me here as a surprise for our anniversary. The location is very beautiful close by the beach. You can choose to sit on the patio and have a nice view of the golf course. The service was fantastic! The servers, and the bussers were on top of it. Quick to check in and fill out glasses and making sure we had everything we needed. The food was melt in your mouth good! We tried a lot of the appetizers. My favorite was the wagyu steak bites. I've never tasted something more savory in my life. For dinner I ordered the filet mignon with brussel spouts and fingerlings. It was hands down the best steak I've ever had in my life. Definitely recommend for a special occasion or date night. Cant wait to come back sometime. My compliments to the chef! read more

First off, I want to start by saying the service was AMAZING!! Johnny & Jenna were our servers and they were so friendly, attentive, and professional. The food was also really good, my favorite was the banh mi meatballs (not pictured) and my husband's favorite was the rigatoni bolognese. When my husband reserved it through Open Table, he put that it was our anniversary. The staff surprised us with an anniversary dessert! Many staff members told us happy anniversary which was really sweet. Even the manager came out to tell us. Overall the food was good, but I think the service was the best part! read more

Ember & Rye - Seafood Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Here's a polished review that is firm, factual, and more likely to be taken seriously: Unfortunately, this was a very disappointing experience. We were a party of five and ended up sitting at the bar because reservations were unavailable, which was perfectly fine with us. The issue wasn't the seating--it was the wait. We waited approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes for our food. The table ahead of us had warned us it would take that long, and unfortunately they were right. When our meals finally arrived, the steaks were only warm and my burger was cold. The bartender was pleasant enough, but the overall service was extremely slow and lacked communication. Waiting nearly two hours for simple menu items is unacceptable. The property and grounds are beautiful, but the service completely overshadowed the experience. I left tired, frustrated, and disappointed. I rarely write negative reviews, but I cannot recommend this restaurant. If you're expecting timely service, this is not the place. Sadly, despite the beautiful setting, I will not be returning. read more

Wow. Listen, I didn't know what to expect from a golf-themed restaurant, but Ember and Rye completely swept me off my feet. The view alone is worth the drive, and then the food and wine list walked in and just floored me. The service was genuinely wonderful, warm, attentive, all of it. And the seafood tower? I'm not even exaggerating when I tell you I have never in my life seen shrimp that big. I was shooketh. A couple in our group who got the steak felt it was just okay, but my veal dish was absolutely incredible. This is the kind of place you go for a date night or to celebrate something that deserves a really beautiful evening. Highly recommend! read more

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We took the shuttle from the Aviara to dinner at the Ember and Rye. Since it was a lovely evening we sat outside and they had heaters if you felt chilly. We had excellent service from Louis and Clare for our dinner. The menu was creative, the Thai chicory salad was flavorful with a bit of a kick. The garlic croissant was warm a flaky. The mains were cooked to perfection and delicious. We enjoyed our meal and would recommend it to you! read more

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This steakhouse is located in the Aviara golf course's clubhouse. It has ample indoor dining space and an outdoor balcony with views of the 18th hole green. This is a high-end steakhouse by the same chef as Juniper and Ivy and other notable restaurants. Stand out appetizers were the squash blossom lettuce wraps and tuna tostada. Hard to go wrong with the tuna, and this was a unique take on lettuce wraps that I've never seen before. For entrées, between the bone in swordfish steak, ribeye steak and lamb chops, the swordfish was the best. The swordfish bone-in steak is large and comes blackened with good flavors. The ribeye and lamb chops were high-quality cuts of meat, but lacked a crust that I might expect at a high-end steakhouse. For sides the brussels sprouts were very flavorful and crispy. The carrots are heavily seasoned and no ordinary carrot. For dessert, the lemon uzu has a strong lemon flavor that bursts in your mouth, yum! Service was excellent and caring. A great place to splurge after golf or for a special occasion. read more

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Sadly, the drinks and appetizers were better than the entrees and sides. Beautiful restaurant with outdoor and indoor seating with a nice view. They have their own onsite parking lot. Great customer service by Jenna (so sorry we called you Jenny all night and I wish you had corrected us. My friends misread your name tag!) and overall, very attentive staff. Complimentary garlic croissants were a great start. The ahi tuna tostada had a good amount of tuna and avocado on it but there could've been a little more flavor on the tuna. The A5 wagyu beef skewers were delicious and came with a unique dipping sauce on the side. I loved the jalapeño cheddar croquettes, nice flavor and texture. The kona kampachi crudo had such a nice and refreshing flavor, paired nicely with the rice crackers. The squash blossom lettuce wraps were good and came with a unique dipping sauce. My group enjoyed the oysters, they were small but they liked the cucumber ice and passionfruit mignonette it came with. The crab and lobster bucatini was good, noodles were cooked perfectly. The corn crème brûlée was not what I was expecting and contained more custard than corn. The glazed bbq carrots were also not what I was expecting, they were black and when they initially arrived on the table, I thought they were ribs. Purple carrots were used and the flavor was interesting. Brussel sprouts had a nice flavor. The nuoc mam chimichurri wasn't what I was expecting. You can't really taste the fish sauce, it's very light but it was good. The Caesar salad was nothing special. The fruit smash mocktail was incredible and my group enjoyed their cocktails. The embered treasure chest is cheaper if you're buying 2 cocktails but only includes certain cocktails. It arrives in a smoky treasure chest that smells great. The beef ribeye King Charles cut was $196 and not worth it. We've come to the conclusion that we just don't enjoy ribeyes. But the steak arrived cold so we requested they reheat it, which they did with no problem. My friends shared a different steak and said it was nothing special. The steaks also arrive already cut which we hate, so be aware when ordering steaks here if you prefer to cut into your own steaks. The spiny lobster special was good, $62 for about 4-5 oz of lobster, the flavor was really good and I like how the meat was easily accessible. I received a nice complimentary dessert for my birthday and they also comp'd another dessert due to the cold steak, which was appreciated. I chose the lemon dessert, which was okay. Overall, a nice dining experience but I would only return here if I'm in the area and would probably only order drinks and a bunch of appetizers. read more

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Food was fantastic loved everything we had, grilled chicken wings, wedge salad, burger and fries, steak and dessert. The interior of the restaurant was beautifully designed, great views from every table, service was great! Will definitely go again! read more

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The food, the ambiance and the service was all excellent! We booked a late lunch so we could let one of our party finish a round on the Aviara course. We were one of the last parties seated and they didn't rush us out. The servers were so attentive and full of conversation. Would definitely return. read more

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I attended a work event at Ember & Rye, where we started with a selection of shared appetizers. The first was the Ahi Tuna Tostada, topped with avocado, Thai chili, toasted coconut, pickled shallots, cilantro, and a mango-yuzu yolk. We also enjoyed the A5 Wagyu Beef Skewers, served with tomato jam, celery root horseradish, crispy shallots, and chervil. For my entrée, I chose the Crab & Lobster Bucatini, featuring J.R. Organics broccolini, Swiss chard, morel mushrooms, pecorino, preserved lemon, and herb breadcrumbs. We also shared the Embered Brussels Sprouts with charred spring onions, smoked butter, caramelized fish sauce, crispy shallots, and fresh herbs. Everything was delicious, but the pasta was definitely my favorite. It was incredibly flavorful, loaded with fresh seafood, vegetables, cheese, and a perfectly balanced sauce. The service and atmosphere was wonderful throughout the evening. read more

Ember & Rye - Ahi Tuna Tostada, Crab & Lobster Bucanti, A5 Wagyu Skewers & Brussels Sprouts. - Seafood Near Me - Carlsbad, California

We checked out this spot during a work trip to the area. The restaurant is pretty and open, which is inviting. The bar area is roomy and minimal but sophisticated. Our server for dinner was fantastic and kind. We had steaks for dinner, which were flavorful and cooked as requested. The corn brûlée was disappointing and came ice cold. Our server swapped it out for the broccolini, which ended up being amazing. I would recommend this place. read more

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My friend and I were spending a day in Carlsbad, so we made a lunch reservation at this gorgeous restaurant. We were seated on the outdoor patio overlooking the golf course. We both opted for the prix fixe menu, which consisted of a starter, entree, and dessert for $39. I selected the beet & pear salad, blackened king salmon, and raspberry & vanilla cheesecake. My friend got the caesar salad, bucatini pasta, and lemon & yuzu pot de crème. We shared, so that we could sample all the wonderful dishes. The food was excellent, all of it! I have to say, what really stood out the most was the caesar salad that came with croissant croutons and artichoke hearts. It was notably THE BEST caesar salad I've had! I knew prior to coming here that the food would be amazing. I had very high expectations, knowing Richard Blais curated the menu. Ember & Rye exceeded my expectations! My salmon was perfectly cooked. I loved how the dish came with roasted organic carrots. The only slight margin of error was the carrots were still a bit hard. The flavor was definitely there though! Another 5 minutes in the oven and they would've been perfect. This in no way took away from my exceptional experience. After lunch, my friend and I toured the property. The view was truly stunning! Come for lunch and stay for a photo shoot! read more

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Located on the beautiful property of Park Hyatt Aviara Golf Course over looking the lagoon with its own parking lot. We made reservations for lunch and sat on the patio admiring the golf players, beautiful weather and scenery. This is a casual steakhouse by Chef Richard Blais but we were fixated on the prix fixe menu. Glad we had an appetite because the portions were huge. First course: Beet & pear salad: sweet beets and pear paired with frisée greens. Sprinkled with a middle eastern spice, zaa'tar that I thought was granola. Underneath was a caramelized yogurt sauce and topped with mint leaves. Truly a refreshing salad. Caesar salad: Romaine lettuce, kale, artichokes and croissant croutons. The dressing was well balanced, not overly garlicky or creamy. The croutons stole the show. Second course: Blackened king salmon: Perfectly seared creating a crispy flavorful seasoned skin with moist interior. The roasted carrots were hard and too tough. Needed to be roasted longer. The walnut raisin chutney sauce tied the dish together. Bucatini pasta: This was a subtle garlic butter sauce with baby tomatoes, broccolini, kale sprouts, sprinkled with basil herb bread crumbs. This dish was surprisingly light and fluffy, it wasn't too heavy. That's when you know it's high quality pasta. Third course: Raspberry vanilla cheesecake: No bake, no crust, instead it was with rice crispy and oat crumble with raspberry sauce. I'm not a cheesecake fan so this wasn't for me. It was dense. Yuzu lemon pot de crème: This tasted like limoncello/key lime pie flavor. Very tasty, citrusy with a bit of sweet and sour. We enjoyed every single dish. I would have liked the roasted carrots to be softer and I would have ordered chocolate s'more cake not cheesecake. Otherwise, bravo. I would come back for dinner. read more

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This place never disappoints. The food is great. Caviar, tuna tartare, crab bucatini, waygu meatballs. So many options and all amazing. The dessert menu needs a little more variation but otherwise, this is a wonderful local upscale dining option that delivers CONSISTENTLY! The staff is great. Amazing views of the lagoon. Prices are elevated but it's worth it. You don't feel like you are in the hotel. They have a lovely large bar separated from the dinner rooms and patio which are a vibe. Great for families and I have taken clients out here many times as well. read more

Memorable meal at Ember & Rye. Beautiful patio view at sunset overlooking the 18th green at Aviara GC. Service top to bottom was excellent. Jeremiah in particular --- warm, caring, and a great restaurant ambassador. Expansive and well crafted menu with subtle influences from Japan and SE Asia. Best shrimp cocktail. Snake River Farms Denver steak with puréed potatoes was a standout. Enjoyed the attention to detail on the kids menu with a wonderful steak option. Would come back in a heartbeat. read more

Had brunch here during Father's Day weekend and we all had a great meal. I was raised in San Diego and my family still lives there so I have been to many different restaurants in this same building, Ember & Rye being the newest edition, which is another Richard Blais restaurant, who I am a big fan of. Last time I was here it was Argyle Steakhouse but I will say that Ember & Rye is an upgrade. The interior is beautifully done and it's very open, spacious, and has a very classy look to it. I know they also serve dinner as my family has been a few times and they say that the steaks are fabulous. Parking is extremely easy, free, and plentiful right out front of the restaurant. Our server was also very polite and so was the rest of the staff that we encountered. It has great views of the lagoon in the back and is just a very peaceful place to have a nice meal. This particular morning, I was more in a lunch mood than a breakfast mood, which is rare for me because I am a big breakfast fan, so I decided to start my meal with a Wedge Salad and thought it was really nice. It was filled with all the delicious parts of the wedge, and they definitely did not skimp on ingredients. Next, I followed up with the Wagyu Cheeseburger and thought it was honestly really good. It was packed full of flavor, cooked perfectly, and overall I just really enjoyed it. I already plan to come back next time I'm in town to have dinner here and would suggest this location to anyone in the area. read more

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Caught HH at Aviara and then decided to stay for an early dinner. The bar is lovely and the drinks are solid. Kumamoto oysters, cucumber-sorrel ice, passionfruit mignonette...I am a fan of the taste and presentation of these oysters. Delicious! Steak tartare...I've been on a bit of a tartare kick, this was good and it was fun to be served to potato chips, but doesn't beat my current favorite from Bazaar Meat. Dinner was fine. The corn crème brûlée was a big surprise...a different take for creamed corn, and I'd actually enjoy having this for dessert. Bread service was 2 darling little croissants (American butter) piping hot from the oven. Entertainment at the bar is high between the golfers ending their day here and folks coming in for celebration dinners. The bar team is also a hoot. Would come back for the bar and oysters. read more

Ember & Rye - Steak tartare - Seafood Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Came here for a group lunch date. There were 13 of us in the lunch party. We visited the Spa here first and so lunch was the next event of our group's day. Our main server was Noah, who was super patient, kind, thorough, and absolutely delightful to us. Noah has perfect handwriting and is an all around professional. We ordered from the Prix Fixe Lunch menu, $39 for 3 courses and our group hosts also covered 1 cocktail per person. The selections were very well appointed. I ordered: Course 1-Apple Beet Salad, Course 2-Steak Frites, and Course 3-Cola Chocolate Cake. For my cocktail: the Smoking Ember mezcal drink. There was a challenge with getting all of the courses of food to all of our dining group at the same time. Noah's and his coworkers were trying to get us everything in a timely manner but the chef in the kitchen was very slow at preparing. We waited at least a 45 mins between having cocktails served and the first course of the meal served. Overall, some of our party had a horrible experience. My experience was VERY good as an individual diner, but I do feel bad for the others in our group. 2 people received salmon salads with cold, undercooked salmon. When they both sent it back, one came out within 10mins, and the other came out in 20mins; both pieces of same salmon were seared on the grill but they were not well done as ordered. One of the servers, Keshwan, was kind enough to take our group picture at the end of the visit while Noah was settling the bill with our hostesses. This was super kind of her and we appreciated it. read more

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Ember & Rye just started a new summer series called Porte Cochere. Basically outside on their patio seating area there is a DJ playing great dancing music combined with a LED lit miniature golf course. So much fun!!! We ordered drinks. I got the Garden Soirée. My friends got wine and a Passion Paloma. We also ordered from the Happy Hour menu and regular menu. We got the shrimp cocktail and the pea falafel. We also ordered the Mishima Ranch Wagyu Burger and fries along with the Bucatini Pasta. The food was great but expensive. We also ordered dessert: Chocolate S'mores Cake, Raspberry and Vanilla cheesecake, and a Lemon Cream Crumble. Service was excellent! Would I come back? Yes but I would dine elsewhere and come for maybe dessert. The miniature golfing was a treat. The price point for what was equivalent to maybe a happy hour menu was overpriced. read more

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Ember&Rye Is one of my favorite Restaurants, Service with Megan or Noah,Is impeccable. Food , ambiance and views are incredible! It's a great restaurant! read more

Ember & Rye - Dessert, with our Dear friend Josie.would you believe 96 years young - Seafood Near Me - Carlsbad, California

No need to address the low rating, I'll just share my pics and our experience and hope you don't sleep on Ember and Rye because of the overall score... Atmosphere - beautiful views, casual and elegant interior, comfortable and dare I say ideal! Service - attention to detail provides a perfect experience on every level. Alex and team were fantastic. Chef and owner Richard Blais checked on us several times to assure our experience was up to the highest standard. Food - one of the better meals, as foodies, we had. Now food is like art and music, you love what you love... we loved it all. We splurged and started with caviar which was absolutely incredible! We had the squash blossom lettuce wraps and some garlic croissants... lite, buttery on the croissants, the lettuce wraps were a mix of sweet and savory with the dipping sauce provided. The mains we got were the lobster and crab bucatini and the bone-in Alaskan Halibut (special off menu dish). The bucatini we perfectly cooked, tons of lobster and crab and an ideal mix of additional ingredients like mushrooms and peas. The halibut was phenomenal! The fish was cooked perfect with a thick bone (no need to worry about little fish bones here) and the sauce brought this smokily, tomato lite (not overly acidic) flavor that if I had some bread I would have soaked up every bit! We got 4 sides including the sherry mushrooms, potato puree, corn crème brûlée and the pineapple maple bacon (which was more pork belly than bacon). I have to say... if you don't mind sweet, the corn crème brûlée was absolutely something I will dream about... it was that unexpected masterpiece you hope to find at a high-end restaurant like Ember and Rye. Two last details: the mocktail was delicious and the Chocolate S'more Cake was light and so freakin' good! So to the thing people will not like... it's not inexpensive... but for us a special meal that we would enjoy as often as we can afford it. From the location and atmosphere to the service and food, we felt it was worth the experience provided. If you go I hope you feel the same! read more

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So I should start by saying I don't eat red meat so reviewing a steak house is tricky. The service was good but maybe not great. It's a really generic vibe and definitely felt like a hotel restaurant to me. That said, the squash blossom lettuce wraps and shrimp cocktail were delicious. read more

Exceptional experience from beginning to end. Jeremiah truly made our night with his recommendations. Everything he suggested was spot on and honestly exceeded our expectations. The 16 oz. boneless ribeye was cooked perfectly, tender, flavorful, and exactly what you want when you order a steak like that. The fingerling potatoes and Ember Brussels sprouts were just as good and full of flavor. The Ember croissants were a standout and the Caesar-style salad was super refreshing. The croutons were especially delicious and added a great touch. For dessert, the bergamot and basil pot de crème was incredible. It was light, unique, and the perfect way to end the meal. I paired it with an Earl Grey tea and it all came together really well. Josiah was also amazing and very attentive throughout the entire dinner. He made sure we had everything we needed and helped everything flow smoothly. Also want to give a quick shoutout to the hostess team. We arrived about 30 minutes late for our reservation and they still welcomed us and got us seated without any issue, which we really appreciated. Overall, the service and food were both outstanding. Definitely one of those places you look forward to coming back to. read more

The food was really good, so thanks to Jonathan Bautista for providing excellent service and he is one of the most talented chef!!!

We decided that cooking was not an option for Thanksgiving of 2024. Instead we made a reservation at Ember & Rye which is owned by Richard Blias one of the top chefs. I am a BIG FAN, BIG FAN!! It was easy to park and was right next to the golf course. We got there early as they were setting up because I was super excited. Lol! It was an amazing spread with everything from prime rib to sushi! They also had a few unusual things that were delicious like the mulled wine octopus. Their green bean casserole had a smokey flavor that was incredible. We ate a lot and enjoyed it so much. The staff was amazing. I highly recommend this restaurant. Thank you for a great time! read more

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I was pleasantly surprised with this place! Located right next to the golf course, you get a killer view if you sit outside. The inside is gorgeous and all renovated, as well. Noah N. was our server and he was attentive, kind, and gave good menu input. He was also a champion at refilling my baby's milk. We got the pre fixe menu: I got the salmon (a little boring) and Caesar salad (delightful) and the lemon and yuzu for dessert (not to be missed). My friend really enjoyed her medium rare steak! After, we walked the trail right outside, which was great. We had lunch reservations for 11:30, so parking was easy for us! read more