Ember Byron Bay

Ember Byron Bay is a steakhouse restaurant at Shop 8, Mercato on Byron, serving food shaped by charcoal, flame and Northern Rivers produce. The menu focuses on meat, seafood and vegetables prepared over a Josper charcoal grill, giving the cooking a smoky character while keeping the produce central.

Steak is a major part of the restaurant’s identity, with grain-fed and dry-aged cuts among the offerings. The cooking style suits diners who enjoy beef with a pronounced char, as well as those looking for other flame-cooked options. Seafood and vegetables are also prepared over the grill, creating a menu with choice beyond steak.

The setting is relaxed yet refined, making Ember suitable for a planned dinner, a meal with visiting friends or a more considered occasion. The restaurant’s location on Jonson Street places it within Byron Bay’s town-centre dining area, with a polished atmosphere that remains approachable. For visitors arriving in Byron Bay from the Whitsundays, it offers a different coastal dining experience centred on fire and local produce.

Drinks are an important part of the experience, with a wine list selected to match the food and a sommelier team available to assist with pairings. A cocktail bar and broader drinks menu add options for diners who prefer something beyond wine.

Ember also caters for private events and functions, including milestone celebrations, intimate gatherings, engagement occasions, pre-wedding events and corporate functions. The venue’s event-planning team can assist with organising a suitable gathering, while the restaurant’s regular dining service works for locals and visitors seeking a charcoal-focused meal in Byron Bay.

Ember Byron Bay is open for evening dining from Monday to Thursday, with service from midday through to late from Friday to Sunday. Reservations are available, and direct contact is appropriate for event planning or questions about a booking.