Wood-Fired Gulf Oysters
Charred over white-hot embers, bathed in smoked bone marrow butter, aged pecorino, and charred Meyer lemon zest.
AUSTIN, TEXAS • EST. 2021
The Art of Live Fire WOODSMOKE, SEASONS & REFINED HOSPITALITY
The Oak & Ember is Austin’s premier destination for elevated live-fire dining. Anchored by a ten-foot Texas post-oak hearth, we craft dry-aged heritage steaks, pristine Gulf seafood, and coal-roasted heirloom produce in an intimate downtown sanctuary.
POST OAK HEARTH 100% Native Hardwood
45-DAY DRY AGED Texas Prime Heritage Beef
COASTAL GULF CATCH Daily Line-Caught Seafood
DOWNTOWN AUSTIN Congress Ave Corridor
Our Culinary Heritage
Where Texas Provenance Meets Modern Culinary Craft
At The Oak & Ember, we return to the primal essence of gastronomy: open flame, glowing coals, and pristine seasonal ingredients sourced within Texas and the Gulf Coast.
Every dish begins at our custom open hearth, fueled exclusively by seasoned Texas post oak. Under the direction of our culinary team, live fire is treated not as a gimmick, but as an indispensable ingredient—imparting delicate caramelization, aromatic woodsmoke, and unmatched depth of flavor.
We partner closely with regenerative Texas cattle ranches, Hill Country organic micro-farms, and Gulf day-boat fishermen. By respecting the natural cadence of each harvest, our dinner menu evolves continuously throughout the year.
THE HEARTH KITCHEN
“Fire is the oldest cooking technique in human history, yet when executed with obsessive precision, it produces nuances no modern oven can match.”
900°F Post-Oak Embers
45 Days In-House Dry Aging
240+ Cellar Selections
Culinary Highlights
Signature Hearth Offerings
Curated selections cooked over live Texas hardwood coals, paired with seasonal Hill Country harvests.
45-Day Dry-Aged Ribeye
Texas Black Angus cut, seared over glowing post-oak coals with smoked garlic jus and charred wild alliums.
Oak-Roasted Gulf Snapper
Skin crisped on the plancha, served over blistered summer squashes, charred citrus beurre blanc, and fresh herbs.
Hospitality & Gatherings
An Intimate Downtown Gathering Place
Designed with rich walnut paneling, hand-troweled plaster, and low amber ambient illumination, our dining room provides a sophisticated sanctuary just off the vibrant Congress Avenue corridor.
Whether reserving our semi-private hearth tables for celebratory milestones or hosting corporate dinners in the private Ember Room, our dedicated sommelier and event captains ensure an impeccable evening.
Inquire About Private Dining Or call our host stand at (512) 555-0199
Join Us Tonight
Plan Your Evening at The Oak & Ember
We recommend reserving tables 1–2 weeks in advance for weekend dinner service. A limited number of bar stools are held nightly for walk-in cocktail and dinner guests.
123 Congress Ave [Placeholder]
Austin, TX 78701
Complimentary valet staging is stationed at the main Congress entrance starting at 4:45 PM.
Tuesday – Thursday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday – Monday: Closed for hearth maintenance
Phone: (512) 555-0199
Walk-in seating is welcomed at our 18-seat craft bar and lounge with full food menu service.