Ember Menu
Ember, a New American restaurant located in Arroyo Grande, CA, offers a diverse menu with options for pescatarians, vegans, and limited vegetarians. The restaurant prides itself on being inclusive, accessible, and environmentally conscious, with features like gender-neutral restrooms, plastic-free packaging, and reusable tableware. Customers rave about the exceptional service and delicious food, particularly highlighting dishes like the cauliflower with homemade Caesar dressing, fried green tomatoes, and pork chop. The craft cocktails are also well-received, complementing the artfully designed entrees perfectly. With a cozy and trendy atmosphere, Ember provides a memorable dining experience, whether you're looking for a quiet dinner or a vibrant gathering with friends. Don't miss out on this hidden gem in Arroyo Grande!
STARTERS & SHARE PLATES
Avocado & Beets
with Bautista Farms Roasted Beets, Local Hass Avocados, Chèvre, Citrus Vinaigrette, Toasted Almonds & Arugula
Butterleaf Lettuce
with Buttermilk Tarragon Dressing, Crispy Shallots, Bacon, Shaved Red Onion & Pt. Reyes Bleu Cheese
Spring TriColore Salad
with Arugula, Treviso Radicchio, Bibb Lettuce, Citronette, Toasted Walnuts, Burrata & Cara Cara Orange
Albacore Crudo
with Avocado-Jalapeño Purée, Blood Orange Gastrique, Crispy Pepitas, Fresno Chiles, Ginger-Lime Vinaigrette & Crackers
Wood-Oven Roasted Monterey Bay Squid
with Housemade Chorizo, Braised Cannellini Beans, Arugula, Garlic Aioli & Breadcrumbs
Carpaccio Of Filet Mignon
with Crispy Duck Fat-Fried Potatoes, Dijon Aioli, Capers, Arugula, Tarragon Oil & Lemon Vinaigrette
Pepperoni & Fire-Roasted Peppers
with Tomato Sauce, Whole Milk Mozzarella, Red Onions, Herbs & Parmesan
Pizza Bianco
with White Garlic Sauce & Three Cheeses; Whole Milk Mozzarella, Parmesan & Sheep's Milk Pecorino
Bautista Farms Spinach & Haleyon Gold Potatoes
with Creamy Bleu Cheese Sauce, Red Onions, Fontina & Pecorino Cheeses
Artisan Ricotta & Honey
with Whipped Chèvre, Grana Padano, Red Onion, Wildflower Honey, Pistachios & Rosemary
WOOD-OVEN FIRED PIZZA
ENTREES
-Layer Lasagna
with Slow-Cooked Pork & Beef Bolognese, Housemade Pasta, Tomato Sugo, Prosciutto Bechamel & Parmesan
Asparagus Carbonara
with La Rustichella Bucatini Pasta, Meyer Lemon Cream, Housemade Pancetta, Cured Egg Yolk & Chervil
Stuffed Filet Of California Sole
with Sea Scallop-Parsley Butter Stuffing, Crispy Potato Croquette, Bloomsdale Spinach & Acqua Pazza
Grilled oz Niman Ranch Bone-In Pork Chop
with Cast Iron Cornbread, Snap Peas, Roasted Carrots & Crème Fraîche Mustard Au Jus
Grilled "Pollo Al Mattone" Half Chicken
(cooked under a brick) with Polenta, Baby Broccoli, Cauliflower & Calabrian Salsa Verde
Grilled oz Ribeye Steak
with Brasero Roasted Potato Gratin, Broccoli Calabrese, Cauliflower & Avocado Chimichurri
Grilled Filet Mignon
with Brasero Roasted Potato Gratin, Broccoli Calabrese, Cauliflower, Bleu Cheese Butter & Demi Glace
Chocolate Hazelnut Terrine
with Cocoa Crumble, Dark Chocolate Glaze & Sea Salt Caramel Gelato
Lemon Meringue Tart
with Blueberry Compote, Crisp Citrus Meringue, Navel Orange & Lemon Gel
Toasted Marshmallow Ice Cream Cocoa Cake
with Sea Salt Caramel, Hazelnut Crunch & Vanilla Bean Ice Cream