Opening notes
Gourmet Starters
Begin with plates designed to awaken the palate: light, precise, and quietly generous.
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.
Menus are seasonal and may evolve nightly; our team will guide you through the latest chef's selections.
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.
Seasonal plates and artisan flatbreads to open the evening.
Prime cuts, whole fish, and farm vegetables, kissed by flame.
Heirloom vegetables and handmade pastas with depth and clarity.
Vineyard-inspired accompaniments and lively condiments.
Limited-run roasts and specialty grills from the hearth.
Oysters, carpaccio, and cold-smoked local seafood.
Non-alcoholic pairings with botanicals and a whisper of smoke.
Multi-course experiences with sommelier guidance.
Pastries, cheeses, and refined seasonal desserts.
Thoughtful accommodation of preferences and sensitivities.
Access the latest PDF menus and chef's table highlights.
Opening notes
Begin with plates designed to awaken the palate: light, precise, and quietly generous.
Woodfired flatbread brushed with smoked olive oil, served with toasted native seed dukkah and whipped labneh.
Market vegetables roasted in the mouth of the hearth, finished with citrus zest and herb oil.
A curated board of cured meats, local cheeses, marinated olives, and house pickles, served with warm grilled sourdough.
From the hearth
Premium cuts, whole fish, and farm-fresh vegetables cradle the essence of the fire, balancing smoke, char, and gentle aromatics.
Charred over ironbark and charcoal, served with roasted garlic butter, ember-baked onions, and a jus infused with native herbs.
Daily catch brushed with lemon myrtle oil, flame-roasted and dressed with caper leaf, fennel, and warm citrus.
A generous composition of ember-roasted root vegetables, smoke-kissed brassicas, and grilled greens with hazelnut crumble.
Woodfired vegetarian
Rich, earthy, and generous – these dishes place vegetables and dairy at the centre of the plate without sacrificing depth.
Hand-rolled pasta filled with ember-roasted pumpkin, brown butter, sage, and toasted pepitas.
Flame-kissed heirloom carrots on whipped goat's cheese, with honey, walnuts, and herb ash.
Layers of wafer-thin potato baked in cream and gruyère near the coals, with a crisp top and molten centre.
On the side
Composed sides inspired by vineyard lunches and long Australian evenings, designed to complete your hearth-fired main.
Lightly grilled cos hearts, shaved parmesan, sourdough crumb, and a bright anchovy-forward dressing.
A colourful assembly of beetroot, parsnip, and carrot roasted in the coals, dressed with verjuice and herbs.
Smoked chilli oil, charred lemon aioli, and ember-onion relish to tailor each bite.
Limited-run feature
Indulge in our Executive Chef’s current obsession – a rotating cut or whole roast offered in limited quantities each service.
Selected daily from trusted Australian producers, slow-roasted or grilled over open flame, carved theatrically and served with bespoke accompaniments.
Please ask your host or waiter for tonight’s featured cut, recommended portion sizes, and suggested wine pairings.
Chilled & refined
Bright, delicately seasoned plates that temper the menu's flame-forward narrative with cool precision.
Served on crushed ice with native finger lime, verjus mignonette, and smoked salt.
Paper-thin beef with shaved parmesan, pickled shallots, and cold-smoked olive oil.
A changing selection of line-caught seafood, lightly smoked and dressed with citrus and herbs.
Non-alcoholic pairings
For guests seeking complexity without spirits, our crafted elixirs celebrate botanicals, smoke, and balanced acidity.
Charred lemon and mandarin cordial, native thyme, and soda, finished with a whisper of smoke.
Cold-pressed apple, pear, and grilled rosemary with tonic and activated charcoal.
Cucumber, basil, native botanicals, and verjus, finished with soda for a savoury, food-friendly sip.
A full selection of low- and zero-alcohol beverages is available. Our team can suggest pairings for each course.
Curated experiences
Allow our chefs and sommelier to guide you through a considered sequence of plates, moving from embers to sweet, gentle finishes.
A multi-course journey through signature starters, shared mains from the hearth, and seasonal desserts.
A closer look at the fire: chef-selected plates served in sequence, reflecting the evening's best produce.
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
Finish with European-inspired pastries, hand-selected cheeses, and refined seasonal desserts that echo the warmth of the hearth.
Dark chocolate tart with smoked salt, roasted hazelnuts, and crème fraîche.
Vanilla bean gelato, hot espresso, and a crisp almond biscuit, inspired by long European nights.
A curated selection of local and European cheeses with fruit, lavosh, and seasonal preserves.
Considered hospitality
We take dietary needs and preferences seriously, ensuring that each guest can enjoy the hearth-led experience comfortably.
Plan your evening
For guests who like to plan or share, our current menus and daily features are available as downloadable PDFs.
Preview our current woodfired offerings, including starters, mains, vegetarian creations, and desserts.
Download menu (PDF)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.
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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