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Oak & Ember Tasting Room

4.5 (23 reviews)
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Spicy Gnocchi
Ryan R.

What an amazing experience. Christian makes you feel like family! From drinks to food to service to ambiance Oak and Ember is a 10/10. We ordered 1/2 the menu since everything sounded amazing. Started with the Cesar Salad which was fantastic. Agnolotti was a flavor we've never experienced...sweet and savory. Spicy Gnocchi was a tad too spicy for my wife, but were light and airy. I prefer a red sauce with gnocchi...hoping that hits the menu in the future. I'm not a huge fan of drunken steaks but this cut like butter and melted in your mouth. Topped it all off with the old fashion bread pudding. Almost forgot about the drinks. I'm a brown water, neat, drinker. So I'm always searching for a great old fashion. Most are watered down, overly sweet and made with low proof bourbon. The one here, in my opinion, the best in the DMV. Just the perfect balance, made with higher proof bourbon, and a substantial drink...not like others where it's gone in two sips. Overall a GREAT Valentine's Day experience. Only one suggestion...bar chairs are a tad tall and there is no bar overhang which makes it a little difficult to eat. Very small detail and I'd sit right at the bar again tonight and enjoy my meal. I'd also be remised if I didn't address another poster as I had the EXACT same experience a month ago. Walked in, underdressed, and was turned away without a resy with a few bar seats and tables open. However, I didn't take offense as I'm sure my money spends the same as any others in the place. I just had to wait my turn and have a reservation. Owner didn't ask for my W2 when making a reservation and while he was dressed nice he topped off his fit with Nike dunks...I don't think he gives a rip what anyone is wearing or their financial situation. Restaurant is super small so you'll need to plan well in advance as weekends are booked months ahead... My only reservation in writing this review is I don't really want to get the word out. Selfishly I want a standing table just for my family. We'll be back for sure!

Chocolate toffee
Mary H.

Nice modern looking restaurant, so spacious! We came for lunch. The menu consisted of sandwiches, salads and flatbreads. We came hangry so we went with the sandwiches. *The Captain- my husband loved the sandwich. *Purple Reighn- the eggplant was good. The bread though... I think would make any sandwich taste good. We loved the bread. *Truffle fries- the fries were crispy but they were a little heavy handed with the truffle sauce. *chocolate toffee dessert- so rich, was the perfect size too. We would definitely return if we're in the area. We would love to try their dinner menu. Service was attentive and helpful too.

Old fashioned
Jeffrey E.

Loved our visit! Our waitress was absolutely lovely and we had a nice chat with Christian and very much enjoyed our food and our cocktails, great way to end our visit to DC and Virginia! Very cozy restaurant and the furnishings were all great.

Ribeye
Luis S.

I rate restaurants within their category and concept. I am not comparing a neighborhood tasting room to a Michelin star fine dining restaurant. If a place executes its vision at a high level and exceeds expectations for what it is trying to be, that is a 5 star experience to me. Oak and Ember Tasting Room absolutely earned that. We recently dined at Oak and Ember in Aldie. They are a new restaurant, and when we arrived they had only been open for a couple of hours that evening. We did not have reservations, but they still graciously found a table for us. The space is beautiful, warm, and thoughtfully designed, and the staff was genuinely friendly and welcoming without feeling rehearsed. The bar program deserves recognition on its own. The drinks were extremely well prepared, balanced, and intentional. You can tell they take their cocktail program seriously. The use of proper craft ice was a small detail that said a lot about their standards and attention to quality. As for the food, there were some real standouts. The spicy nduja mussels were bold and deeply flavorful. The broth had great depth from the sofrito and the nduja brought a gentle heat that built as you ate. The house focaccia that came with it was outstanding. I honestly wish they had given a little more, because it was perfect for soaking up that broth and tasted so good on its own. The pangrattato added a subtle crunch that kept the dish from feeling one note. The gnocchi bolognese leaned more comforting and hearty. The gnocchi were tender and pillowy without being heavy, and the bolognese had that slow cooked richness you want, with good structure and balance. One of my favorite dishes of the night was the spicy rigatoni alla vodka. The vodka sauce was creamy and well seasoned, with just enough heat from the Calabrian chili to keep it lively. The torn burrata added a cool, milky richness that played beautifully against the spice. What really made the dish stand out was the toasted breadcrumbs. They added an incredible textural contrast that took the whole plate to another level. We also had the dry aged ribeye, which was cooked properly and full of flavor. The roasted Misty Meadow mushrooms brought great earthiness, the pomme purée was smooth and rich, and the bordelaise tied everything together with classic depth. Overall, Oak and Ember delivers high quality food, a serious cocktail program, and warm, thoughtful service in a beautiful space. For what they are aiming to be, this was a flawless experience. An easy 5 stars for us, and we will definitely be back.

Menu
Rick S.

Recently opened in Aldie, Va. the food is outstanding. The salad with shrimp were tasty and good size. The shaved beef sandwich was equally great. Staff was great and can't wait to go back.

Spicy Gnocchi alla Vodka
Roshni S.

Stunning little spot in Aldie! We came here for dinner and were immediately blown away by the friendliness of the staff. The ambience is very cozy yet very chic. Although this restaurant allows kids, and can accommodate kids, i recommend going here without the kids atleast once. We did bring our 1 year old and they do have high chairs. At this time, there's no kids menu and our little one is open to various foods so we didn't ask for anything off menu or altered. So the adults review: I ordered the Negroni and my husband ordered a recommended wine and both drinks were amazing! Highly recommend trying a cocktail. For dinner we ordered the mussels and the Caesar salad as starters. The mussels were fresh and the broth was very tasty & mild in flavor, allowing the mussels to shine. The Cesar salad was beautiful- made as close to the authentic style, the boquerones (anchovies) were barely noticeable. Next, we ordered the Spicy Gnocchi alla Vodka with shrimp and the dish was superb. The gnocchi was so soft & light while the vodka sauce was the perfect balance. We did ask for extra Calabrian Chili (house made) on the side & it was perfect. We finished off dinner with the Old Fashioned Bread Pudding, and you NEED to get it. Probably the best balance of Bourbon to bread you can ever find. In all, 11/10- we left happy and ready to come back again for their lunch and dinner service. So happy to have such an amazing spot in Aldie.

Scallops
Challaine' E.

Stopped in on a whim after work...on a Friday night and I'm so glad I did! No reservation? Viral restaurant? No problem. We were warmly greeted by the very accommodating owner, who quickly worked some magic and found us seats in the bar area. The bartender servers were equally polite and welcoming, which always sets the tone for a great experience. Now, let's get down to business...the food was delicious . We ordered the scallops, the roasted garlic butter shrimp with agnolotti, and finished with the bread pudding and every bite was outstanding. I was so busy enjoying the food that I almost forgot to take photos, but I managed to snap a couple before diving back in. One small note: the bar seating is a bit low for a typical bar seating, which can make eating slightly awkward unless you don't mind leaning in like you're having a serious conversation with your plate. Taller guests may want to keep that in mind. That said, it was a fantastic first-time experience overall, and I'll absolutely be back.

lunch menu
Em B.

Got to check out this new restaurant for valentine's day lunch! parking is behind the restaurant. lunch and dinner menus are different. we got the foundation sandwich- very meaty, tuscan flatbread- bread made this different, it was great! and the spicy gnocchi alla vodka- big perfectly cooked fluffy gnocchis with lots of sauce and ricotta! perfect portion (this is only served at dinner). everything was delicious!! service was attentive and checked for any allergies. it's a small cozy restaurant, definitely recommend reservations. looking forward to checking out dinner next!

James H.

Great lunch spot. Came here on a lunch date for a easy Friday lunch. We were greeted as soon as we came in and (presumably) the owner seated us and made sure we were comfortable. We ordered Frankie Meats w/truffle fries and a negroni and The Captain w/truffle fries and a glass of wine. Everything was delicious. Didn't expect for the sandwiches to be cold but they were still tasty. The truffle fries came with a nice sprinkle of Parmesan and truffle sauce. The fry portions were smaller than expected but were fried well and tasted good. Nice ambiance inside. Would definitely come again !

Scallops

We went for Valentines dinner last night and it exceeded expectations! Drinks were delicious and well worth the price. Food was so delicious. The broth in the shrimp appetizer was so good. Make sure you order a side of focaccia to soak it all up. The scallops and beef ravioli were both excellent. The best part was honestly the service. Cali and London took care of us and never missed a beat. The owner stopped by and was so welcoming. We can't wait to go back. I need the May calendar to open so we can book another dinner.

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Comfortable setting, Gracious Hosts, enjoyed the different wines and atmosphere was relaxing.

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Small menu but excellent food friendly and knowledgeable staff...we will definitely be back

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