About Ember Yard
Ember Yard is a weekend brunch mediterranean spot in Seattle, WA, with a warm feel and open kitchen seating with a view of the line cooks. The kitchen leans into mediterranean done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Greek Salad, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Chicken Shawarma, Falafel Wrap, Lamb Gyro, 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 a steady mix of office workers, students, and curious tourists, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours specialty espresso drinks, drip coffee, and seasonal lattes. The kitchen happily accommodates common allergies if you let them know. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, the takeout window stays open even when the dining room is at capacity. Anyone visiting the neighborhood for the first time should put it on the short list. Whether you're new to Seattle or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable mediterranean fix, Ember Yard earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Ember Yard. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.9 out of 5 across 1,030 reviews.
Solid spot. The Greek Salad 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.
Hidden gem. We were in the neighborhood for an appointment and stopped here based on a friend's recommendation. So glad we did. The Greek Salad was unreal — clearly made with care. We're already planning our next visit.
Mixed feelings. The Chicken Shawarma 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.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Falafel Wrap and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Greek Salad was easily the best version I've had this year. Friendly staff, fast service, and they actually got my order right the first time. Will be back next week.
Location & neighborhood
Ember Yard is located at 1166 Oak Ave in Seattle, WA. 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.