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   CarrieA

   New England

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Eating at Ember is a culinary experience. Every dish on the menu has an array of taste that keep your mouth wanting more highly recommend this and to get the prefix. I highly recommend this and suggest getting the prefix menu where you get to explore many of the dishes and flavors.

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   BreckVisitorFor25Years

   Denver

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   One would be hard pressed to find more creative and delicious food in Breckenridge. Or Colorado. We continue to be amazed by chef Scotty Boshaw's culinary imagination. Not your mainstream restaurant. Praise be. The menu is fixed price for three courses with great choices for each course. A la carte is available in the bar. There is also an excellent happy hour which is a good way to become acquainted with the Ember concept.

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall2food2service5ambience4

   We really wanted to like this place. So many great reviews, I just can’t even believe it. First the good - service was wonderful, scallop appetizer was amazing. The salad appetizer was also tasty. The lamb was tender but not seasoned at all. The sides were just too much! So many flavors that just didn’t make sense. The steak was so tough and not seasoned well either. The sides were awful. Again so many flavors that just didn’t make sense. The deserts were also not tasty at all. We tried the apple pie and ice cream. The place is also definitely not kid friendly. Quesadillas was the only item on the menu and they were so dry. Our kids left the place hungry literally. We were so disappointed.

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC

   1 review

   vip
   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall3food2service4ambience2

   Every dish was over thought and had too many unnecessary components. The chef would benefit from learning how to edit a dish.

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   miker66

   Columbus

   38 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   38 reviews

   Dined on March 18, 2023

   overall4food3service5ambience4

   Trendy spot In Breckinridge. You order off of the three course menu. Fun date spot. I thought they were trying to hard to blend too many flavors together. Coming from C town, where we really have world class restaurants, I was probably a little too picky for the place. Anyways, we had a good time. Thank you

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   annek

   Denver

   4 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on March 18, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Ember is the most unique fascinating place to eat in Breckenridge. I would highly recommend if you want a dining experience. The pride that is shown in the food is amazing.

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   Carissa

   Tampa

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on March 18, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience3

   Food was very unique and large portions considering it was only $75 pp for a 3 course meal. They should charge more in my opinion as I’m a business owner and my husband a chef and we know the margin is very low. Service was perfect, we were very impressed by all staff there. Would definitely go again.

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   janh

   San Francisco

   13 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on March 18, 2023

   overall5food5service4ambience4

   I’d read VERY MIXED reviews about Ember, but was determined to decide for myself. The menu IS limited but there’s a good variety and I liked the prix fixe meal approach. I had the scallops and my husband the curry soup du jour for appetizers. Both beautifully presented and very tasty. For mains- he had the LAMB RACK with kabocha squash puree', blackberry-sweet onion jam, fennel pollen , cauliflower and chai mushroom coulis. I had the JIDORI CHICKEN with crab stuffing, kaffir lime rice grits with melon and green papaya salsa. Both were good and adequate though the crab portion was small and a somewhat mushy infusion. Still everything was very tasty and well presented. The deserts we chose were homemade ice cream with cherries and white chocolate sticks - and I had NUTELLA AND PUMPKIN SEED BREAD PUDDING with nicuatole sweet corn , ancho chocolate marshmallow, goose berry, guava curd and banana fostero sauce. These were my absolute favorites! Great textures, flavor and plating. Our server was attentive and charming though it did feel slightly laggy between the appetizer and main. Still it was a holiday, during spring break and the place looked pretty packed so I didn’t feel the wait was overly-excessive. This is not Rootstalk quality, but it’s also not nearly as costly. I’d definitely go back.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 17, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience3

   Wonderful experience with outstanding service and very delicious and unique recipes. The ambiance was great inside, but our view outside was a dumpster(minor). Very special restaurant!!

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    MeganG

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was phenomenal!! Highly recommend the lamb and scallops

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    SandraL

    Key West

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was incredible. The wait staff was very helpful with choices and how the food is prepared.

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    Gregh

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Weird wild wacky wonderful combinations of flavors.

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    Mach1

    Denver

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Come hungry. Chef/owner Scott has blazed new trails for 13 years since he opened Ember. The 3-course multi-layered prix fixe winter menu is substantial, contains quality ingredients, and artistically presented. His culinary skill rivals the world’s best chefs. The highly trained professional service team led by Max, Scott’s manager for nearly 11 years, is efficient, knowledgeable and attentive to detail. Ambiance is casual/elegant, inviting and friendly. We dine-in several times each year and would not entertain going anywhere else. Simply put Ember stands out among the best of the best. Leave fulfilled.

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    TimothyH

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3

    Overall a "Meh". We both opted for the 3 course tasting menu, some winners but the failures tarnished the meal. Soup had the consistency of thick pudding, maybe more like baby food. My black cod was flavorless but at least cooked properly. The "creative" sides with the cod were too sweet to go with a bland piece of fish. Some spice or something savory would have been a better choice. Desserts did shine though. Apple pie served in pastry dough with yummy sides of sauce and assorted treats was awesome.

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    Mike

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was great to be back at Ember in Breckenridge. The chef has a new assortment of wonderfully eclectic options. We enjoyed the process of discovering them and it was delicious. The quiet informal setting made for a great dinner date. We will be back.

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    BenR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    One of the best meals I’ve ever had. Plating was thoughtful and beautiful.

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    Jlynn

    Dallas

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food and presentation was truly outstanding. When making reservations we didn’t realize the only evening option was a fixed 3 course dinner, but there were multiple combinations to choose from. We were a party of 4, and we each ordered a different combination of app/entree/dessert, and we had wonderful evening!

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    CRamaekers

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall1food1service5ambience3

    Believe the bad reviews. Food is way overpriced and just not good. Weird combinations of cheap food thrown on a plate and served cold. Wagyu (if it was wagyu) was fatty and tough. Service was great...only good thing I can say. My son actually gagged and when a seven year old says dessert is disgusting...it's bad. I am stunned at the good reviews.

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    SDIneR

    Milwaukee

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Terrific meal and service.

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    SandraH

    Tahoe

    42 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Waitress was attentive cabs friendly. Everyone loved their appetizers. Lime soup was unusual but delicious. Scallops, caprice salad and venison were enjoyed by everyone. We didn’t feel the entrees were as good as last year. Those who had the black cod thought it was fishy and the steaks were not as tender as in the past. Presentation was outstanding.

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    Lisa

    Dallas

    27 reviews

    2.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience3

    I get that there are intentionally unique flavor combinations, but to me, they didn’t work. Pesto on a cannoli wasn’t good. But (again, just for me) I felt that way through all 3 courses. My fish was not fresh tasting. On top of the disappointing ingredient combos, my soup and main were both cold. Our waitperson was lovely and remedied everything she could. Overall, I was disappointed, especially for the steep pricing. Oh and city of Breck, thanks for a full $40 in taxes. Ouch.

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    SuzannaS

    Phoenix

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always top notch food and very different to your everyday restaurants, some very interesting flavor combinations but as always a great meal!

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    WillardM

    Alabama

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Just a wonderful culinary experience again! Chef Scotty and his staff are just unbelievable!

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    Lorraine

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My husband and I celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary at Embers on Wednesday evening, we didn’t think twice which restaurant to choose as we have been lucky enough to dine at least once per year at Ember’s for the past 12 years (minus pandemic closure). We occasionally dine with friends, family or just a cozy evening with my husband celebrating previous wedding anniversaries. We are always excited to see what Scott has created, such natural talent, technical skills, menu creations all beautifully presented - flavours just dance on your tongue - wonderful. As soon as you arrive you are greeted with a warm welcome, waiters and waitresses are very attentive and friendly, fully knowledgeable on the menu and guide you through the menu explaining the courses and are happy to offer wine suggestions. Fine dining at its best, a creative menu on line along with photos gives you an indication of just how very special this restaurant is. Lorraine & Andy From U.K

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    LisaD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our family was on a ski vacation for a week and we wanted to have at least one special dinner out. We could not have asked for more than we found at Ember! Delicious and exciting entrees, great cocktails and wine, top notch service. Highly recommend.

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    TabbyR

    Alabama

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Phenomenal experience! Great food and our waiter, Chase was the best!!!

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    Sheryl

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4

    The combination of flavors were good but sometimes to many flavors detracted from the main protein. The main Ingredients were not at the quality you would expect for the price.

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    KellyS

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Exciting, delicious, inventive and beautifully plated food. The whole meal was a wonderful shared experience. And service was on top of their game.

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    SusanP

    Atlanta Metro

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4

    I was disappointed with this restaurant. Their mandatory chefs menu in the main dining room was very restrictive. It seemed like there was more interest in how the food was presented on the plate rather than how the flavors melded together. The quality of the meal was not in line with the price tag. Great ambience though.

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30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3

    Several of us ordered the scallops. We were all served under cooked scallops that were raw in the middle. We pointed this out to the waitress who did not address it at all. Very expensive set menu at this restaurant and that was disappointing.

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31. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This food is indescribable..so I want try. Just do your self a favor and go.

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Unique but also really good flavors! Where you want to go in Breck if you like trying different stuff! Perfectly cooked wagyu exactly how I asked

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    GregM

    New England

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Ember always has great food and ambiance. Never a dull menu and never disappoints!

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    EveK

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Second visit to Ember and hope for many more in the future. More than just a great restaurant it is a « Gastronomic «  adventure! Service with Chase was outstanding!

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    Laura

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2

    Overpriced and overbooked. Food was subpar. They ran out of items on the menu. Offered an alternative for 1 item but failed to mention $25 higher price on that alternative. Due to overbooking we were offered a table in the bar area. The bartender tried her best but with a full bar to cover as well we had long waits.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Incredible inventive menu with so much flavor. Highly recommend the Venison appetizer.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Sam at the bar was amazing - she made my night!

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    christinar

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    This place is very "over hyped." Yes, the plates were pretty, but the amount of food you got was minimal. If you want to leave full don't go to this restaurant. If you want to see art on your plate then this may work for you. Our waitress barely said four words to us the entire time. We were sat in a corner next to where the waiters/waitresses stored the utensils ,plates ,glasses ,etc, so my chair was constantly being knocked. I can honestly say the three scallops I had and the small chicken breast were good. My dessert, that was supposed to be bread pudding, was burnt. For $75 a person, I was HIGHLY disappointed. I have never been so upset to pay for a meal. I don't mind paying high dollar for GOOD food, but this was just an overall disappointment for me and the people I dined with. We have already told friends to cancel their upcoming reservation.

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Terrific meal and great service. Interesting and eclectic menu. We had party of 9 and remarkably everyone raved about their meal. Service was excellent and clearly demonstrated that they are well organized and know how to take care of their guests (including the bus boys). Highly recommend this spot .

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    ChanelS

    Tallahassee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    The dishes were very unique and well thought out. Our server was very knowledgeable of all of the food on the menu and had excellent recommendations.

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