1200 E Grand Avenue

Ember is a Michelin mentioned restaurant in Arroyo Grande that cooks most of its menu over a wood-fired grill or in a wood oven. Hearty cuts of meat anchor the menu, with fresh seasonal sides and dishes prepared from scratch using locally sourced produce and quality meats. The restaurant has been open since 2013.

Dinner service runs Wednesday through Sunday evenings, with desserts, after-dinner drinks and wines by the bottle on the menu. It suits both a laid-back meal and a special occasion. Ember sits a few miles inland from Pismo Beach, so many visitors make the short drive for dinner over the wood fire.