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Woodfired Excellence, Curated for Evenings Worth Remembering

Explore a menu dedicated to the slow drama of fire. At Ember Grill Society, Australian produce meets open-flame tradition, yielding plates that are honest, generous, and quietly luxurious.

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Locally sourced · Fire-led technique

Menus are seasonal and may evolve nightly; our team will guide you through the latest chef's selections.

Ember Grill Society Woodfired Evenings · Australia

An intimate woodfired dining room, glowing from the hearth outward.

Under soft linen light and charred-timber beams, conversations linger over flame-kissed plates and considered pours.

FIRE LIVE FROM FIRST SEATING

The Hearth Card Lounge

Weekend card tables · Private salon

Evening access

A tucked-away card room just beyond the embers. Join friendly weekend matches in a low-lit salon designed for unhurried play, fine pours, and post-dinner ritual.

FRI–SAT · LATE BY RESERVATION ONLY
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Woodfired Menu, Thoughtfully Sequenced

Move intuitively from charred beginnings to ember-deep mains, vegetable-driven creations, and quietly indulgent endings. Each section is designed to pair gracefully with crafted elixirs and our sommelier's cellar selections.

01

Gourmet Starters

Seasonal plates and artisan flatbreads to open the evening.

02

Signature Mains from the Hearth

Prime cuts, whole fish, and farm vegetables, kissed by flame.

03

Vegetarian Woodfire Creations

Heirloom vegetables and handmade pastas with depth and clarity.

04

Bespoke Sides & Salads

Vineyard-inspired accompaniments and lively condiments.

05

From the Fire: Chef’s Rotating Cut

Limited-run roasts and specialty grills from the hearth.

06

Raw & Cured Favourites

Oysters, carpaccio, and cold-smoked local seafood.

07

Mocktails & Crafted Elixirs

Non-alcoholic pairings with botanicals and a whisper of smoke.

08

Culinary Tasting Journeys

Multi-course experiences with sommelier guidance.

09

Bakery, Cheese, & Ending Sweets

Pastries, cheeses, and refined seasonal desserts.

10

Allergy & Dietary Respect

Thoughtful accommodation of preferences and sensitivities.

11

Menu Download & Daily Features

Access the latest PDF menus and chef's table highlights.

Opening notes

Gourmet Starters

Begin with plates designed to awaken the palate: light, precise, and quietly generous.

Charred Flatbread & Native Seed Dukkah

Woodfired flatbread brushed with smoked olive oil, served with toasted native seed dukkah and whipped labneh.

Perfect for sharing

Ember-Roasted Seasonal Vegetables

Market vegetables roasted in the mouth of the hearth, finished with citrus zest and herb oil.

Vegetarian

Artisan Sharing Board

A curated board of cured meats, local cheeses, marinated olives, and house pickles, served with warm grilled sourdough.

To share
Signature woodfired main course at Ember Grill Society

From the hearth

Signature Mains from the Hearth

Premium cuts, whole fish, and farm-fresh vegetables cradle the essence of the fire, balancing smoke, char, and gentle aromatics.

Fire-Grilled Grass-Fed Sirloin

Charred over ironbark and charcoal, served with roasted garlic butter, ember-baked onions, and a jus infused with native herbs.

Best enjoyed medium-rare

Whole Woodfired Market Fish

Daily catch brushed with lemon myrtle oil, flame-roasted and dressed with caper leaf, fennel, and warm citrus.

For two guests

Charred Farm Vegetable Plate

A generous composition of ember-roasted root vegetables, smoke-kissed brassicas, and grilled greens with hazelnut crumble.

Plant-forward

Woodfired vegetarian

Vegetarian Woodfire Creations

Rich, earthy, and generous – these dishes place vegetables and dairy at the centre of the plate without sacrificing depth.

Smoked Pumpkin Agnolotti

Hand-rolled pasta filled with ember-roasted pumpkin, brown butter, sage, and toasted pepitas.

House-made pasta

Wood-Grilled Heirloom Carrots

Flame-kissed heirloom carrots on whipped goat's cheese, with honey, walnuts, and herb ash.

Gluten friendly

Potato & Gruyère Gratin

Layers of wafer-thin potato baked in cream and gruyère near the coals, with a crisp top and molten centre.

Rich & comforting

On the side

Bespoke Sides & Salads

Composed sides inspired by vineyard lunches and long Australian evenings, designed to complete your hearth-fired main.

Charred Cos & Vineyard Dressing

Lightly grilled cos hearts, shaved parmesan, sourdough crumb, and a bright anchovy-forward dressing.

Classic with a flame twist

Roasted Root Mosaic

A colourful assembly of beetroot, parsnip, and carrot roasted in the coals, dressed with verjuice and herbs.

Seasonal rotation

House Condiments Trio

Smoked chilli oil, charred lemon aioli, and ember-onion relish to tailor each bite.

Ideal for the table

Limited-run feature

From the Fire: Chef’s Rotating Cut

Indulge in our Executive Chef’s current obsession – a rotating cut or whole roast offered in limited quantities each service.

Chef’s Featured Roast or Grill

Selected daily from trusted Australian producers, slow-roasted or grilled over open flame, carved theatrically and served with bespoke accompaniments.

Availability is limited each evening

Please ask your host or waiter for tonight’s featured cut, recommended portion sizes, and suggested wine pairings.

Raw and cured menu selection at Ember Grill Society

Chilled & refined

Raw & Cured Favourites

Bright, delicately seasoned plates that temper the menu's flame-forward narrative with cool precision.

Freshly Shucked Oysters

Served on crushed ice with native finger lime, verjus mignonette, and smoked salt.

Available by the half or full dozen

Beef Carpaccio

Paper-thin beef with shaved parmesan, pickled shallots, and cold-smoked olive oil.

Delicately smoked

Cold-Smoked Local Seafood

A changing selection of line-caught seafood, lightly smoked and dressed with citrus and herbs.

Ask for today’s selection

Non-alcoholic pairings

Mocktails & Crafted Elixirs

For guests seeking complexity without spirits, our crafted elixirs celebrate botanicals, smoke, and balanced acidity.

Smoked Citrus Highball

Charred lemon and mandarin cordial, native thyme, and soda, finished with a whisper of smoke.

Bright & refreshing

Charcoal Orchard Tonic

Cold-pressed apple, pear, and grilled rosemary with tonic and activated charcoal.

Structured & aromatic

Ember Garden Cooler

Cucumber, basil, native botanicals, and verjus, finished with soda for a savoury, food-friendly sip.

Perfect with vegetarian plates

A full selection of low- and zero-alcohol beverages is available. Our team can suggest pairings for each course.

Curated experiences

Culinary Tasting Journeys

Allow our chefs and sommelier to guide you through a considered sequence of plates, moving from embers to sweet, gentle finishes.

Ember Experience

A multi-course journey through signature starters, shared mains from the hearth, and seasonal desserts.

Ideal for small groups

Chef’s Counter Journey

A closer look at the fire: chef-selected plates served in sequence, reflecting the evening's best produce.

Limited seats

Tasting journeys can be tailored to dietary preferences with advance notice. For group reservations, please connect with our team via the Contact or Reservations page.

Closing chapter

Bakery, Cheese, & Ending Sweets

Finish with European-inspired pastries, hand-selected cheeses, and refined seasonal desserts that echo the warmth of the hearth.

Ember Baked Chocolate Tart

Dark chocolate tart with smoked salt, roasted hazelnuts, and crème fraîche.

Rich & elegant

Affogato by the Fire

Vanilla bean gelato, hot espresso, and a crisp almond biscuit, inspired by long European nights.

A classic reimagined

Fromage Selection

A curated selection of local and European cheeses with fruit, lavosh, and seasonal preserves.

Perfect to share or close the evening

Considered hospitality

Allergy & Dietary Respect

We take dietary needs and preferences seriously, ensuring that each guest can enjoy the hearth-led experience comfortably.

  • Our team can guide you through gluten-friendly, dairy-light, and vegetarian selections across the menu.
  • Many dishes can be thoughtfully adjusted when notified in advance or at the beginning of your visit.
  • Please inform your server of any allergies or intolerances so the kitchen can take appropriate care.
  • For complex dietary requirements, we recommend connecting with us ahead of time via the Contact Us page.

Plan your evening

Menu Download & Daily Features

For guests who like to plan or share, our current menus and daily features are available as downloadable PDFs.

Woodfired Menu

Preview our current woodfired offerings, including starters, mains, vegetarian creations, and desserts.

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Daily Features & Chef’s Table

Discover tonight’s special chef’s table feature, limited-run cuts, and seasonal additions to the menu.

Daily features are presented tableside by our team each evening and may change without notice.

For group or event menus, our dedicated team can create a tailored, fire-led experience. Explore options on our Social Banquets page or connect via Reservations.

Ready to join us by the fire?

Whether you are planning a quiet dinner, a long banquet with friends, or an evening that continues into the Hearth Card Lounge, our team is ready to welcome you.

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