Emberwood is a restaurant in Crescent, Bath. Rated 4.6 stars from 240 Google reviews. Known for wood-fired beef and scallops and attentive, knowledgeable staff. Best for sunday roast and special occasions. Features a terrace, dog-friendly.
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Emberwood
Across 161 rated reviews, 90% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.6★ |
| Reviews | 240 |
| 1-star share | 5.0% |
| Best for | Breakfast |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Lovely resturant beautiful decor friendly staff and service.”
“The music however killed the ambience ; too loud and too much.”
“Quality ingredients, imaginative menu, and fantastic wine menu.”
319 reviews across two platforms
Quick Verdict
Emberwood delivers on premium ingredients and attentive service in a well-designed room; the wine list and charcoal grill justify the occasion.
You want impeccably cooked beef, attentive service, and a room designed to make conversation possible.
About Emberwood
A Sunday roast or a Friday dinner at Emberwood lands differently from most of what Bath offers. The dining room earns its own mention every time: tall windows, beautiful lighting, and architectural details that make the room feel genuinely elegant without tipping into stiff. The hearth kitchen is visible from most tables, and watching the chefs work over it sets the tone before the food arrives. Scallops and beef tartare are the starters people keep coming back for, the chateaubriand — wood-fired, with green salsa and a peppercorn jus — is the centrepiece worth building an evening around, and the tarte tatin has a habit of being described as the best dessert someone has eaten. Ask the staff about the daily beef and fish specials, because there is usually more on offer than the printed menu shows. Fynn, Adam, Josh and the wider team know the menu well enough to guide the whole table through it.
Emberwood earns its romantic reputation through both atmosphere and a serious wines and cocktails — the kind of place where a dinner for two tends to extend well past dessert.
In the last 90 days, Emberwood has drawn 37 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — recent momentum that is one of the signals behind its place on the hot list.
What Stands Out
Wood-fired beef and scallops
Chateaubriand and scallops appear in multiple recent reviews as standout dishes, with the steak consistently described as perfectly cooked and the scallops praised for quality.
Attentive, knowledgeable staff
Named servers like Ruby, Josh, and Fynn are mentioned by recent diners for anticipating needs, explaining off-menu specials, and handling dietary requirements without fuss.
Acoustic design and sightlines
A recent review noted that private conversation is possible even with a full room, and the charcoal grill and kitchen are visible from most of the main dining area.
Practical Information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Emberwood
Emberwood in Crescent, Bath, is known for Sunday roasts that draw repeat visitors. The sirloin comes pink and tender, the pork melts, portions are generous, and the Yorkshire puddings are fresh—locals praise it as a destination for the occasion.
Emberwood in Bath is popular for solo dining. The room is well-designed with engaging sightlines, and staff are attentive without hovering. A solo lunch or dinner reads as a first-class occasion here.
Emberwood's wine list earns repeated mention in recent reviews and is described as fantastic. The restaurant also offers cocktails and a coffee programme, with staff able to guide recommendations.
Emberwood in Bath is known for scallops, beef tartare, wood-fired chateaubriand, and tarte tatin. The basque cheesecake and mussels also appear in recent praise. Ask your server about specials, as the kitchen often has more than what's on the printed menu.
Emberwood in Crescent, Bath, welcomes families and offers high chairs, a kids' menu, and changing tables. The atmosphere is described as cosy, and staff accommodate dietary needs including coeliac requirements.
Emberwood has a private dining room available for celebrations and intimate gatherings. A recent wedding party praised the feasting menu, wine selection, and faultless service in the space.
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Hot Score: 62/100 · ranked October 2026
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