Embers Restaurant

Steak, seafood, and wine inside Tenaya Lodge, Fish Camp

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Fish Camp, CA

About

Embers is the steak-and-seafood dining room inside Tenaya Lodge in Fish Camp, just outside Yosemite's south entrance — a warmer, more relaxed alternative to the casual grill next door, with chops, seafood, cocktails, and a list of local wines.

On the Menu

Reviewers highlight the rib steak and a tableside Caesar salad, plus a full vegetarian menu served alongside the meat-forward options — handy if your group doesn't all eat the same way. Embers also runs a prix fixe option, and more than one diner has called out the sommelier's wine pairings as the best part of the meal.

Value opinions are mixed. Some guests say the service and food justify a special-occasion price tag; others feel it doesn't quite match the cost compared with the more casual spot next door. Embers holds a 3.8-star rating from 32 reviews — go in expecting a formal steakhouse pace, not a quick bite.

Hours & Reservations

Wednesday–Saturday: 5:00–10:00 PM
Closed Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday

Call (559) 692-8968 ahead, especially on weekends — reviewers report the dining room fills up even midweek.

Frequently Asked Questions

What nights is Embers open?

Embers is open Wednesday through Saturday, 5:00 to 10:00 PM. It's closed Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

Do I need a reservation at Embers?

It's not stated as required, but reviewers describe the dining room filling up even on weeknights, so calling ahead at (559) 692-8968 is the safer bet, especially on weekends.

Does Embers have vegetarian options?

Yes — reviewers note a full vegetarian menu alongside the steak-and-seafood offerings, plus a prix fixe option for both meat-eaters and vegetarians.

Where is Embers located?

Embers is located inside Tenaya Lodge in Fish Camp, just outside Yosemite's south entrance.

Reviews (32)

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3.8

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Kemna Havel

2 weeks ago

Got exactly what we needed without any fuss. The food was simple but really satisfying, and our server made sure everything went smoothly. This place actually made my day better.

MIchalis Thomas

a month ago

The quality of food does not match its price. The food at the grill bar next door is far better.

Tomas Heldaeus

2 months ago

Dorothy Tse

7 months ago

We had a 6:15PM reservation on a Tuesday and got seated right away. It's definitely a more quieter ambiance than Jackalopes next door so if you want more quieter time it's worth going to instead and we didn't find the price point to be significantly more. 4 of us without alcohol was just under 200 and jackalopes was around 165. The service was friendly and welcoming. They did have 3 closed mussels in our small appetizer which was a little disappointing but the service and ambiance and rest of the food was about a 3.5 or 4. The shrimp parpadelle was a little too lemony, but the pasta was cooked fine. The mushroom risotto was flavorful and the cioppino was savory but a little salty. The shrimp cocktail app was very good. Go for the ambiance and nice service and decent food.

Darren M

9 months ago

Wasnt great for the price. Go to the grill place next door for better service food and price ! This place looks and tries to be upscale, but doesnt deliver in any of that. Service: Lady was lovely but kept asking us about starters (3 times)..WE DONT WANT STARTERS! I asked a guy for ketchup and he didnt bring it to me. 5 minutes later I had to ask another guy and he brought it. Food: average at best. I had the fish and chips which was probably frozen and my wife had the cioppino in which there were 2 unopened mussels !! We did alert the waitress, and she knocked 10 percent off our bill. What was ridiculous, was that they add a 20 percent service fee onto your bill already ! You can ask for it to be removed, but the cheek of adding it after giving us those 2 closed mussels. Insane. As I said, better to eat at the bar next door.