Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
Ember
& Oak
Upscale casual dining and handcrafted cocktails in the heart of London
Our Story
Where Fire Meets
Craftsmanship
Ember & Oak was born from a passion for honest cooking and thoughtful hospitality. Every dish is built around seasonal British ingredients, prepared over open flame and aged wood.
Our cocktail programme draws from the same philosophy — simple ingredients, exceptional execution. From our oak-smoked Old Fashioned to seasonal specials, every drink is crafted with intention.
Est.
Sourced
Fire
Marcus Whitfield
Head Chef & Co-Founder
The Chef
A Philosophy
of Restraint
“Great cooking is not about complexity. It’s about understanding your ingredients so deeply that you know exactly when to stop.”
After a decade at The Ledbury and two years foraging across the Nordic countries, Marcus returned to London with a singular vision: let fire do the talking. His approach strips away unnecessary technique, focusing instead on the raw dialogue between flame and ingredient.
Every morning begins at Borough Market. Every menu tells the story of what was best that day. No freezers, no shortcuts, no compromise.
Previously
The Ledbury, Noma (stage), St. John
Seasonal Menu
The Menu
Our menu changes with the seasons. These are our current highlights.
— Starters —
Burrata & Heritage Tomatoes
£14With basil oil, aged balsamic, sourdough crisps
Beef TartareChef's Pick
£16Hand-cut fillet, egg yolk, capers, cornichons
Pairs with: Ember Negroni
Roasted Cauliflower Soup
£10Truffle cream, toasted almonds, chive oil
— Mains —
Dry-Aged RibeyeChef's Pick
£3835-day aged, bone marrow butter, triple-cooked chips
Pairs with: Malbec, Mendoza 2019
Pan-Roasted Sea Bass
£28Crushed new potatoes, samphire, lemon beurre blanc
Pairs with: Sancerre, Loire Valley
Wild Mushroom Risotto
£22Arborio rice, porcini, truffle, aged parmesan
Slow-Cooked Lamb ShoulderChef's Pick
£32Pomegranate glaze, tabbouleh, yoghurt flatbread
Pairs with: Barolo, Piedmont 2018
— Desserts —
Dark Chocolate FondantChef's Pick
£12Salted caramel, vanilla bean ice cream
Pairs with: Espresso Martini
Lemon Posset
£10Raspberry compote, shortbread crumble
British Cheese Selection
£14Crackers, chutney, honeycomb
Pairs with: Port, Graham's 10yr
Handcrafted
Cocktails
Oak-Smoked Old FashionedSignature
£15Bourbon, demerara, Angostura, orange zest — tableside smoke
Ember NegroniSignature
£14Charred orange gin, Campari, sweet vermouth
Garden Spritz
£13Elderflower, cucumber, prosecco, soda
Espresso Martini
£14Vodka, fresh espresso, coffee liqueur, vanilla
Gallery
The Experience
Evening Ambiance
Handcrafted Cocktails
Seasonal Ingredients
Live Fire Cooking
The Bar
Main Dining Room
Recognition
Awards & Press
Best New Restaurant
Time Out London
One Michelin Star
Michelin Guide
Top 50 Cocktail Bars
Evening Standard
Restaurant of the Year
Hardens Guide
Best British Menu
Great British Food Awards
A masterclass in restrained luxury — every detail considered, nothing overdone.
The Telegraph
The dry-aged ribeye alone is worth the trip to Shoreditch.
Time Out London
Ember & Oak has quietly become one of London's essential dining destinations.
Financial Times
Private Dining
The Oak Room
Our private dining space is an intimate extension of the Ember & Oak experience. Enclosed in reclaimed English oak panelling with a dedicated service team, The Oak Room is the perfect setting for celebrations, corporate gatherings, and milestone dinners.
Chef Marcus will work directly with your party to create a bespoke menu, paired with selections from our reserve wine cellar.
Up to 24 Guests
Seated dinner capacity
Bespoke Menus
Tailored to your event
Dedicated Sommelier
Wine pairing service
AV Equipment
Presentation ready
Reservations
Reserve Your Table
For parties of 8 or more, please call us directly.
Location
42 Ember Lane
Shoreditch, London E1 6RF
Hours
Lunch: Fri - Sun, 12:00 - 15:00
Dinner: Tue - Sat, 18:00 - 23:00
Contact
020 7946 0123
hello@emberandoak.co.uk