Wood-fired Mediterranean · Frankford Ave, Philadelphia
Everything we cook meets the fire
Cretan family recipes, live-flame cooking and a bakery that opens at 7 am every day.
A family from Crete, a fire that never goes out
Ember & Oak began around a wood-burning oven in a village kitchen on Crete, where our family cooked everything over flame: bread at dawn, fish at noon, lamb for the evening table. We brought that habit to Philadelphia. Our oak-fired oven and grill touch nearly every dish, from the flatbreads and branzino to the croissants and cakes in our bakery. Expect generous mezze, simple ingredients treated with care, and the smell of woodsmoke the moment you walk in.
- Family recipes from Crete
- Everything cooked over oak and live fire
- Bakery opens daily at 7 am
- Mezze made for sharing
Reserve a Table
Dinner reservations Wednesday through Sunday, with seatings every 30 minutes.
Open for bookings: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
For parties larger than 8, please call us at (215) 555-0142.
Friday and Saturday reservations require a $20 per guest deposit. Tables are held for 15 minutes past the reservation time.
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Order Online
Order anything from our full menu for pickup or delivery. Orders are usually ready in about 30 minutes.
- Whipped Feta with Hot Honey $12
Creamy whipped feta, chili-infused honey and warm fire-baked bread.
- Smoky Baba Ganoush $11
Ember-charred eggplant, tahini, lemon and pomegranate.
- Lamb Kofta $16
Spiced lamb skewers grilled over oak, with yogurt and Aleppo pepper.
- Half Chicken with Sumac & Toum $28
Wood-roasted half chicken, sumac onions and garlic toum.
- Whole Grilled Branzino $36
Whole fish grilled over the coals with lemon, oregano and olive oil.
- Charred Cauliflower Steak $22
Fire-blistered cauliflower, tahini, herbs and toasted pine nuts.
- Za'atar & Olive Oil $10
Thyme, sumac and sesame za'atar with Cretan olive oil.
- Spicy Lamb Sujuk $18
Spiced lamb sausage, peppers and chili oil.
- Pistachio Croissant $6
Laminated croissant filled with pistachio cream.
- Olive Oil Cake $8
Moist citrus cake made with extra-virgin olive oil.
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Catering
Bring the fire to your event, from office breakfasts to full wood-fired feasts. Please give us at least 5 days' notice.
Service: Drop-off · Buffet · Full service · 5 days’ notice
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Join the Ember Club
Earn points on every visit and order, and unlock rewards as you move up through the tiers.
- 300 pts Free pastry
- 750 pts Free mezze
- 1500 pts $25 off
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From Our Regulars
“The whipped feta with hot honey is non-negotiable every time we come. The branzino tastes like a summer in Greece.”
“I stop in for a pistachio croissant on my way to work at least twice a week. Best pastry on Frankford Ave, no contest.”
“We had our anniversary dinner here and they treated us like family. The charred cauliflower converted my meat-loving husband.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you accommodate allergies?
Yes. Our menu is tagged for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free dishes, and you can filter by them. Please tell your server about any allergies. Our kitchen and bakery handle nuts, gluten and dairy, so we can't guarantee there's no cross-contact.
Can I bring my own wine?
Yes. Corkage is $15 per bottle.
Do you take large parties?
You can book online for parties of up to 8. For larger groups, please call us at (215) 555-0142. For private events, take a look at our catering packages.
Where do I park?
Street parking is available nearby. If you're taking SEPTA, the closest stop is Girard station.
Hours & Location
| Wednesday – Thursday | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm |
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| Friday – Saturday | 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm |
| Sunday (brunch) | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm |
| Sunday (dinner) | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
Address
1428 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Phone
(215) 555-0142
Email
[email protected]
The bakery opens daily at 7 am. Street parking is available, and the closest SEPTA stop is Girard station.
Get in Touch
Questions, feedback or special requests? Send us a note and we'll get back to you soon.
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