About Ember Table
Ember Table is a go-to lunch tacos & mexican spot in New Orleans, LA, with a cozy feel and a sunlit dining room with banquettes along one wall. The kitchen leans into tacos & mexican done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Carne Asada Tacos, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Al Pastor Burrito, Chips & Queso, Carnitas Bowl, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find couples on date night and groups celebrating birthdays, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours a tightly curated list of regional craft beers and natural wines. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are clearly marked on the menu. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, they offer a small loyalty program — every tenth visit is free. It's the kind of spot you find yourself recommending to friends within an hour of leaving. Whether you're new to New Orleans or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable tacos & mexican fix, Ember Table earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Ember Table. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.3 out of 5 across 1,095 reviews.
Ember Table has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the Carnitas Bowl but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Solid spot. The Carnitas Bowl is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Mixed feelings. The Carne Asada Tacos was excellent and the cashier was friendly, but my side came out cold and they were out of two of the things I wanted to order. Probably worth another try, but not the experience I was hoping for.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Fish Tacos stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Carne Asada Tacos and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
I work nearby and stop in at least twice a week. The Fish Tacos hits every time. Service is quick, the space is clean, and they take dietary requests seriously which I appreciate. Easy five stars from me.
Location & neighborhood
Ember Table is located at 4030 Cedar Rd in New Orleans, LA. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.