Ember is a place of affordable fine dining with an amazing view!! They have both indoor and outdoor seating and indoors is well decorated w a modern but rustic feel. The three dishes we got were all fantastic! - mango shrimp: came with at least 16 shrimps and such a light and refreshing flavor with the mango - steak frites: easily two meals and steak was delicious - bison flautas: savory and so well balanced with their guacamole Service was excellent as well! Our waitress was super attentive and had no issues with us moving tables and going from outdoors to indoors when we got too toasty outside. read more

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You guys... I am so bummed. I took my mom here the day before Mother's Day because I wanted to celebrate her. I heard this place was amazing and that it's a must try in Estes Park but please if you have high taste and are expecting big city level quality, do not get your hopes up! It's not good!! Maybe I'm being snotty for coming from a big city (DC and NYC) so I need to lower my expectations, but I've had great food in Colorado so I don't think that's it. But this was upsetting. And I do appreciate the manager for being so kind because it was really a miserable evening. Starting off we had a reservation at 6:30. So I expect to be sat at least by 6:35/6:40. We made this reservation three weeks in advance. But they clearly oversat people without reservations because we didn't get sat until 7:00. That was frustrating. We waited for drinks for about 20 minutes. They were delicious don't get me wrong. These were the highlight of the evening. The pear spritz and grapefruit margarita were fantastic. Loved. We ordered apps next. I don't know why they think goat cheese is a good addition to potato leek soup. I figured I'd try it because why not. Not good. And the focaccia? Two small slices for $4? I would hope that the waiter would've told us what we were getting because yikes. Why is there more butter than bread? We would've paid extra for two more slices but the transparency made us feel jipped. Now let's talk food. Took about 45 minutes. It's busy, I understand. But honestly I thought it might've been out earlier because our food came out lukewarm. Borderline cold. And talk about salt!!! It was like eating the sea. My mom and I both ordered the filet and were horrified to see it was cut. A filet. It dries it out! But yeah, there was no balance. It was salt on salt on salt. Gross. The waiter was very nice and so was the manager. They asked to take it back. But honestly it was just bad so we were ready to leave. They brought out two free glasses of wine which again was nice. But we again, just wanted to be done and go home. We didn't get dessert even though it was offered. Everything fell so short that honestly I didn't even want to try dessert. Again-- the food is bad. All extremely salty. If you like that, there you go. But the fact that it was basically cold? Yeah that's unacceptable. And as I said, grateful to the staff. But starting off not having been sat for 30 minutes after making a reservation weeks in advance? This was pitiful to say the least. Don't go here unless you want drinks and a beautiful view. read more

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After a lovely day hiking in the Rocky Mountains , we changed our hiking boots for heels and dress shoes and came to this charming place! They are located inside of a hotel and we made reservations just to be safe! We were properly greet by the host and taken to our table. The decor here is clean, bright and modern! Every table is facing the lake, so everyone gets a "lake view!" Our server was prompt, helpful and attentive! We also saw the host go out and fix one of the American flag as it had gotten tangled up! We were very impressed with that attention to detail! We both got drinks and they were both enjoyable! I had the lakeside lemonade (I think that's what it was called) and it was refreshing! We then got the truffle fries and they were delicious! They truly hit the spot! Then we got the bison short rib and the lobster Mac and cheese. The bison was tender and tasted kind of like pot roast. The potato's were creamy and flavorful! The Mac and cheese was topped with a good amount of lobster! The sauce was cheesy but not too sharp! Between the view, the service and the food, I can confidently give this place 5 stars! read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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We thoroughly enjoyed our visit here! 2pm on a Tuesday so really quiet but everything was still fantastic, service was solid and food was great. Burger was fantastic, cheesy and nice smash/crust on the patties. Buns were toasted perfectly as well. Fries were terrific and crispy too. The steak frites was one of the best she's ever had she said and would drive back an hour just for them again. Again crispy fries with tons of garlic/cheese. Steak was tender too with the brown butter sauce to soak it in. Both the drinks were solid as well, no complaints with either. The strawberry lemonade one was so good and the old fashioned was classic. Absolutely recommend this place to anyone visiting for some delicious food, along with an amazing view right on the lake. read more

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. read more

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Highly recommend dinner and drinks at Ember!!! The view is absolutely stunning! Food is fantastic and the presentation & atmosphere is wonderful! We went twice while visiting Estes Park. We had the cauliflower and bread/butter appetizers! Both were 10/10! Portions are huge so my hubby and I split the lobster Mac and cheese one evening and the chicken fried chicken tonight. I wasn't sure if we were underdressed as we stopped in after playing in the RMNP sledding but we fit in. The Smores Espresso Martini was yummy priced well for tasty eats and treats! read more

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!! read more

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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. read more

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We went for Easter brunch. Lovely dining area with a beautiful view of Lake Estes. The menu had a nice variety of dishes. I had a chicken burrito bowl. The ingredients were so fresh. It was delicious!!! My husband had Eggs Benedict with a side of asparagus and potatoes. He loved it! Erika gave us exceptional service. We look forward to coming back soon! read more

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. read more

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Came here for breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed the view and food! Staff was friendly and efficient. They have a small breakfast menu of typical favorites. All was yummy and portions were generous. The real standout of this place is its location on Lake Estes - huge windows grant you amazing views as you enjoy your meal. read more

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. read more

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The food was very good. We really enjoyed the chicken fried chicken and arugula salad. We would skip the bread & butter; the bread was kind of dry and we wished it was warm. Overall we had such a fun night at Ember! What an amazing view! read more

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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! read more

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We stayed at the hotel this restaurant is housed in and loved it all. The food was incredible. Breakfast burrito was huge and had to share it. Good coffee drinks. Wonderful ambiance and amazing views. Excellent customer service. Already counting down to when we will be back to Estes Park. read more

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

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 ! read more

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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 read more

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Top notch restaurant for a celiac! The took special care to make sure there was no cross contamination and the waiter confirmed a separate gluten free fryer! I'm going to be dreaming of the Bangin' Cauliflower for weeks! The polenta fritters were also lovely. The venison tenderloin was perfect and not gamey at all! I was so stuffed after the appetizers I took half my entree home. It was just as tasty the next day reheated! The view was stunning and I can't wait to come back in the summer! read more

Oh man, this was a good find! Even though we had just come off the mountain from a short hike, we were able to toss our top layer back on and fit right in. The semi-relaxed atmosphere made the quality of the food a bit of a surprise in the best way possible. This was fine dining next to a beautiful lake where everyone is welcomed! The cooking was clean, healthy, flavorful and perfect! The seafood was fresh and well cooked. The gnocchi was beautiful and the perfect texture. The sauce - amazing! I don't even typically eat duck breast, but I'm so glad I was enticed by the gnocchi. I ate way more than I ever do because I couldn't stop. Service was fine dining level as well. My wife and I loved this place! It will be a stop anytime we are in or near Estes Park. read more

I haven't been to this place since it became Ember so we thought we would give it a go. It wasn't too crowded and we were quickly seated. The waitstaff came over and took our order. I had a beer while my wife had a Pricky Pear Margarita. She was not a fan for it was far too sweet. She often does normal margaritas and she said this was to much link candy. Our food came out quickly and looked good. Ordered the Squash Tacos and Steak Frites. We enjoyed them both and would get them again. We were checked on often enough that our water never was empty and empty plates disappeared quickly. We shared a dessert afterwards, chocolate cake, and it was good as well. I am glad we experienced it again. read more

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This place is pretty good! We were greeted on valentines evening 2025 by a wonderful host who had us sit in comfy chairs by the fire and brought us glasses of water while we waited for our reserved table. We were sat upstairs which ended up being not as great as we expected. Since it was dark, we couldn't enjoy the view of the water and since the heater was running, it got a little warm up there. They had opened up this space (usually reserved for private parties) to host more people on this night. It was awkwardly laid out and had 2-3 people running it. Most of the food we had was really good. Bison Flautas | 10/10 | delicious Lobster Bisque | 10/10 | creamy, great flavor Mango Shrimp | 8/10 | doesn't taste as good as it cools off Wagyu Beef Tetaki | 3/10 | so thin, bland Venison Tenderloin | 8/10 | Better without the lingonberry demi-glaze Dessert Trio | 9/10 | wish there was more but great overall read more

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Always fantastic food and service. Excellent outdoor celebration for the 4th. God Bless America read more

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Beautiful location and restaurant. Service is a bit on the slow side. Not inattentive, just slowly paced. Not a problem if you are not rushing off for something. Food was beautifully plated and everyone in our party of 6 enjoyed their meal. The only complaints I heard were that the food did not come out very hot and that the elk tenderloin was a bit underwhelming in both flavor and amount of protein for the cost. Overall a terrific meal! I would recommend and would go back, especially when it gets warmer making outdoor seating an option. read more

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We were staying at the resort and came here for dinner. It was delicious! I had the lobster bisque and the lobster max and cheese. Both were amazing and I'd highly recommend the bisque. My boyfriend had the bison short rib. It was amazing as well! It seems like you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Our server was nice and attentive. The view of the lake is beautiful as well. We will be back next time we're in town! read more

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Props to Ember for being one of the only restaurants in Estes available on DoorDash! After arriving from a late flight and drive from the city, I needed an easy meal. I found Ember via DoorDash and noticed their positive reviews here on Yelp, so I gave it a try. I wasn't disappointed! My chicken sandwich was flavorful and so well seasoned... and the fries with aioli?? Absolutely delicious. Next time I'm in town I'll visit the restaurant in person, but Ember absolutely hit the mark for this tired traveler tonight. read more

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I didn't make any reservations, however we were able to get a table for 2 easily. The ambience was spectacular, especially when we got to sort near the window that overlooks the lake. We went for dinner though, so it was pretty dark by then, but we could see that they had the fire pits lit up outside. Th service was mediocre. The waiter was pleasant, but he was just there to take our orders and give us a check. He was barely attentive; he didn't ask us how our meal was, and didn't even refill our waters. I hate when they don't notice the details like refilling on drinks. The guy at the front desk of the hotel was very amiable though. Started with a berry bramble cocktail, which was yummy. I'm a lightweight, so it was good enough for me. We started off with the lobster bisque. It was very warm and flavorful. There was a good amount of lobster in there and extremely creamy. The scallop dish was ok. The scallops were a bit too charred for me. The bison and potato dish was my favorite! The bison was very tender and just melted in your mouth. The mashed potatoes were creamy and so flavorful. I wanted dessert elsewhere, so I didn't have any here. I would come back for the bison dish for sure. read more

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Beautiful view of the lake through large floor to ceiling windows. The food also tasted very high quality and the portion sizes were large. Service was very attentive. There is also a bar area available that you don't need reservations for. read more

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Gorgeous views, great services and delicious food. The cocktails were amazing as well! Get the Bison Short rib - so flavorful, and tender. This restaurant is inside the wellness spa building. read more

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The restaurant is very beautiful and located right on Estes Park Lake, great location! The waitress was kind and answered all our questions. The waitress brought out the potato leek soup first and unfortunately it came out cold. The waitress apologized and brought us back our soup hot. The soup was very delicious and I enjoyed the cheese in the soup. Next, my wife and I shared the Arugula salad with goat cheese and was fresh and flavorful. We enjoyed this salad and the presentation was on point. For the main course we shared the scallops with truffle and lobster mac and cheese. I was disappointed with the scallops which looked amazing, but lacked taste. The truffle did not seem to have a lot of flavor and the scallops were just ok. The lobster mac and cheese was good and came with a large portion. This plate is definitely good to share. Last, I was confused because they charged us an extra 2% processing fee when using a credit card. Overall, restaurant is on a cool location, but just ok. read more

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The atmosphere is lively and lodge-like. We are here for lunch and our waiter was amazing and even brought us to-go waters since we were still in our hiking gear. I had the steak frites and my husband has the bison burrito. Both were delicious and my fav was the steak frites. It's comes with a brown butter sauce, candied bacon, green onions and Parmesan garlic fries. I asked for a side of Tarragon garlic aioli and it was really good with the fries. read more

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We came here to celebrate a birthday. It was a nice little spot but couldn't see the lake as we were there after sunset. The braised beef short rib was good but not memorable. I had some of my friend's steak frites and preferred the short rib. I also tried the margarita which was the right amount of tangy and sweet. Service was friendly and they held our cake for us and provided us with serving utensils which was nice. read more

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Last fall, I found myself in Estes Park and made a stop Ember. Between the amazing bites, refreshing drinks, and stunning views of the Lake Estes Marina, it was an unforgettable experience! While they're temporarily closed for renovations this month, they'll be back in February. So, make those reservations and prepare for an incredible meal! What I tried: Bread & Butter: house focaccia + whipped butter + garlic confit + chives Ahi Tuna Wontons: marinated yellowfin tuna + avocado + Sriracha aioli + jalapeño + cilantro + wonton chips Burrata Antipasto: burrata mozzarella + grilled vegetable antipasto + olives + balsamic reduction + crostini Lobster Bisque: cold water lobster + tarragon crostini + chives Duck Breast: fingerling potatoes + salad (no longer on the menu) Under the Stars: High West double rye + Montenegro amaro + Café Colorado + smoked cinnamon Old Fashioned: Elijah Craig bourbon + demerara sugar + bitters Best bites: Everything was delicious, but the duck breast and ahi tuna wontons were standout dishes. Can you go wrong with burrata? Never and this one didn't disappoint. However, my favorite bite had to be the lobster bisque. Creamy, perfectly seasoned, and the ideal way to start the meal! read more

Beautiful location right off the lake. Service can get busy in the summer especially for the patio. Food is consistently good. I can bathe in that chimichurri. read more

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A super solid experience and a wonderful atmosphere provided a great dining experience. Waitstaff is not incredibly sociable but does provide adequate service. Drinks are refilled constantly and they do let us know the hot items so that's certainly a plus. I ordered a smothered barbacoa burrito for my lunch entree and it was great! I plan to toss an egg on it tomorrow morning and call it breakfast for my leftovers! Portions are big so consider splitting meals. Ember Restaurant and Bar sits on the water and can be easy to miss so plug in the address with your favorite mapping software. Love this place and would visit this location or gravitate towards the Longmont location since that is a close drive. read more

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Grabbed reservations easily after discovering the best restaurant in town on yelp. Greeted immediately, we were seated at the best table on the patio! And we looked grudge, man, it was a little sad after a day of hiking all the way to the top, Emerald Lake. But they treated us like the finest guests. I started with the Berry Bramble, recommended by our waiter when I couldn't choose between 3. I ended up having another, such a perfect cocktail! I had the Chicken and Quinoa, delicious! My companion had the Bison short rib, superb! The place has something for everyone. While we opted for the splendor of the patio overlooking the lake, the seating inside is a combination of casual understated elegance and old time comfy booths. There were people dressed up, and of course we were dressed for the trail, and everything in between. Only one thing detracted from the experience, and this is not the restaurant's fault: a very loud family not even ready for McDonald's. In defense of the kids, the adults were also in training, yell-talking throughout much of their meal. I guess you gotta start training somewhere, but does it have to be the best restaurant in town???? read more

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Pretentious and underwhelming. If you want to look like you're classy, but aren't terribly discerning with your food, this is your spot.