Ember Byron Bay
ProHighlights
- Whole-venue hire for up to 150 standing or 100 seated
- Private open-air balcony seating 48 above Jonson Street
- Charcoal-grilled share menus from $84 per person
About Ember Byron Bay
Ember Byron Bay is a steak and seafood restaurant with its own cocktail bar, in the Mercato on Byron centre on Jonson Street. Most of the cooking happens on a Spanish Josper charcoal grill, which gives the meat, seafood and vegetables a smoky edge. The venue is split into a warm, timber-lined dining room, a cocktail bar with a quartz counter and two balconies. The Jonson Street balcony is the private one, taking 48 seated or up to 80 standing, while the alfresco balcony on the quieter side opens onto the bar for smaller cocktail groups. Exclusive hire of the whole place covers up to 140 for a cocktail event or 100 seated, and the event kit puts the full venue at 150 standing. The balconies close in with blinds and heaters when the weather cools, so they work in winter too. Group menus are served share-style down the middle of the table. The Silver menu brings focaccia, arancini, grilled king prawns, wagyu rump and Portuguese-style chicken with sides, while Gold adds oysters and moves up to the house wagyu scotch fillet and a 60-day dry aged rib eye. Groups on a set menu can order from a function drinks list of beers, wines by the glass, cocktails and spirits, including local gin and vodka. Beverage packages can also be arranged to suit the menu. The team hosts birthdays, Christmas parties, engagements, anniversaries, pre-wedding dinners, small receptions and corporate events, and an events coordinator helps with the plan, including audio-visual needs for work functions. Send an enquiry with your date and numbers to get started.
Inclusions & amenities
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Food & drinks
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Pricing
The full à la carte menu is also available for smaller groups who would rather order their own dishes.
Food
Gold starts with focaccia and natural oysters, then moves to the house wagyu scotch fillet and a 60-day dry aged rib eye with Caesar salad, garlic green beans and fries. Vegetarian, vegan and other dietary needs can be catered for with notice at booking.
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Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many people can Ember Byron Bay host?
Groups from 10 up to 140 are catered for. Exclusive hire of the whole restaurant suits up to 140 at a cocktail event or 100 seated, and the event kit lists the full venue at 150 standing.
Can we book just part of the restaurant?
Yes. The private balcony over Jonson Street seats 48 or holds around 80 standing and has table service for drinks. The alfresco balcony seats 22, or about 30 for cocktails when paired with the cocktail bar.
What are the group menus and prices?
There are two share-style menus: Silver at $84 per person and Gold at $120 per person. Both run from bread and entrées to charcoal-grilled mains and sides, with Gold adding oysters and premium wagyu and dry aged cuts.
Can Ember cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. Vegetarian, vegan and other dietary needs can be covered if you mention them when booking. On the Gold menu, guests who skip red meat can have chicken or fish instead.
Are the balconies usable in winter?
Yes. Both balconies are open-air in warmer months and are closed in with blinds and heated during winter, so the outdoor areas can still be booked in the cooler season.
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A P
a month ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful spot for a birthday dinner We came to Ember Byron Bay to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and we had a really lovely evening. The restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere — stylish, warm and relaxed, with…
IB
3 months ago
I booked online for my daughter's Birthday for a dinner for her and I. Upon arrival we were greated so kindly, and my daughter wished a happy Birthday constantly by staff members. Our steaks were delicious, our desert wa…
Cat Gorman
3 months ago
Had dinner here a few nights ago with Ellen as our waitress she was great and the food was delicious definitely the best steak I’ve ever had hands down, also got drinks which were delicious, restaurant was lovely pretty…
Raven Stevens
8 months ago
Devine food and service. The steak was the softest cut we’ve ever had and cooked to perfection. The sides were delectable, could not fault anything. It was so good we ate until we couldn’t move. The service was incredibl…
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