Embla

A Wine Enthusiast's Paradise: 5 Stars for Embala

My wife and I recently had the pleasure of indulging in an afternoon at Embala, and I must say it's nothing short of a haven for wine enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Embala boasts an exquisite and diverse selection of wines that caters to every taste and preference. The curated collection of wines showcases a deep understanding and appreciation for the world of wines.

The staff are true professionals. Their friendliness and willingness to share recommendations contribute to an atmosphere that is both welcoming and educational.

The culinary offerings at Embala elevate the entire experience to a level beyond expectation. The menu is a delightful fusion of flavors, perfectly complementing the extensive wine selection.

We would highly encourage a visit to Embala to savor the exceptional wines, indulge in delectable dishes, and relish the warm and inviting ambiance that makes every visit special.

Nice, cozy restaurant with delicious food. My favourite was the black Angus scotch fillet and chicken skin crisp. The staff was super friendly as well.

One of my top 3 wine bars in Melbourne.
They have a wonderful wine-list with delicious food. I always order a lot of food from here but always wealth. Defiantly, I will come back again.

The second time I've dined here. The food is amazing and the service is always cheerful and friendly. A new favourite.
Ps. Get the bread entre!

Really impressed with our waiter, along with the fantastic wine and food… we’re definitely returning on our next trip

A night to remember!
I'm not a foodie but I have had a number of people recommend this place to me so I had to go and experience it myself. We found it a little difficult to understand the menu as there were a few things we hadn't heard of before, so we asked the waiter for recommendations and then allowed him to order on our behalf. The best decision of the night. Loved everything he ordered. All dishes were delicious! The wines and ambience were amazing also!

Loved the relaxed atmosphere- really chilled and the food was fantastic really beyond your everyday menu - staff we very friendly and knowledgeable

Outstanding atmosphere with beautiful food and drink pairings. Don't skip the bread with sesame butter. Recommended

Embla is another great find in the city, with amazing food, wonderful service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere to catch up with friends.

Staff greeted us warmly as soon as we stepped in and we were guided to our seats upstairs. At 6: 30pm, Embla was still empty, and we were given the food menu with a list of single-glass wines. Another menu held a list of wine bottles and non-wine single serve alcohol, which was extensive. The servers were attentive and cheerful, and it was obvious they too were enjoying their evening. They also gave good suggestions on how many different dishes would be enough for 3 people, which was accurate (4 to 6!)

The interiors were warm and welcoming. There were dark wood tables and chairs, bare brick walls, and dim, yellow lightning. After about an hour, the seats started to fill up and the room filled with laughter and conversation. It does get dark at night, and I've noticed a few patrons using their phone torches to see the menu.

For drinks, we opted for a bottle of French rose, which was unfortunately served lukewarm. Everything else made up for that, though.

We ordered several things. To start, we had the cured snapper, the mussel toast, and the smoked duck liver parfait. They were all delicious, and the standout was the duck liver parfait, lightly rich with just the right amount of smoke. The fish was served first as it was very delicate and fresh. The mussel toast had an enjoyable char and was nicely chewy.

We also had spring leeks, chicken leg, and the Berkshire pork rack. All three worked amazingly well together. The spring leeks was delicious, covered in creamy goat's milk and crunchy pistachio; I could have gone for a second or even third order! The spinach malfetti served with the chicken leg helped to round out the dish with just the right amount of starch. The serving of pork was very generous and went well with the beans. Both the chicken and the pork were cooked to perfection!

We had a wonderful time catching up at Embla. The experience was near-perfect and we would definitely visit again!

With the menu changing frequently you can never try the same thing twice. Always something new and creative. The dishes are to share so best to get a few and try the most of the menu. Wine is great and complements the food.
This is a great place to stop by and sit at the bar and experience the delicious food

Great food, lovely wine and fantastic staff.the place in melbs we always go when we are down from Brisbane

Cozy wine bar in Melbourne with light snacks. Great place to meet up with friends or read a book at the bar

A wonderful relaxing establishment with great food and a large selection of wine. It's definately worth a try if you enjoy sharing plates of food with friendly helpful staff.

One of my favorite dining experiences to date. Take your partner, try get a bar seat looking over the kitchen and enjoy the food.
It's clear lots of care goes into the ingredients, prep and cooking. They're picky and pedantic about their food and it results in an amazing, tasty experience.
There were lots of stand out dishes. But the chicken was to die for.
The atmosphere was fantastic too. Not too loud and not too dark.
Go. Go now.

First things first, the service here is fab! We arrived at 9.30 for a 9pm booking as our show ran over. They were super nice about it and didn’t rush us at all, which was very much appreciated! It was a very very wet Thursday night, later in the night and the place was still full!
The food was delicious, we had all vegetarian options and shared between the 2 of us. We got the sourdough bread - so fresh even at 10pm! Soured cucumbers with dill - refreshing palate cleanser, hispi cabbage, spring leeks & a pancake dish (just put on the menu) which is a MUST HAVE! We got both desserts they had to offer which were both amazing, but if you need to opt for one get the fig tart as the other is a like a very very posh orange gelato with trimmings. The wine list is extensive and the dirty martini was knock my socks off strong but exactly what I wanted! The atmosphere is dark, sultry & bustling. Great place for food, catch ups and drinks!

Incredibly delicous.up there.take a bottle and not by glass.waiting times can be a bit more than one is used to.

Endless wine list and very well curated. The staff is really friendly. My only suggestion would be to add more options by the glass and maybe a 'house special' rotating of each (red, white and sparkling) ? Overall great spot for a poshy yet casual wine and dine.

Really unassuming place. If you weren’t looking for it, you’d walk right past it and never know it was there.

Embla really delivers on its wine list. To say it’s extensive is an understatement. The food menu is adventurous, and the food itself was excellent. The staff were very attentive, and extremely friendly. It’s a little bit pricey, but worth the cost considering the quality of their offering.

Went for dinner with my old head chef, couldn't fault anything.the parfait was to die for and the bitter orange desert was super fun to eat.
There's a lot of skills on display over the menu and everything is excellent, much reccomend.
Will be back for sure.

We have been for drinks at Embla so many times, but this is the first time that we have been for dinner - and it won't be the last.

Food was fantastic. Service was great - as always. Selection of "just one glass" wines were excellent.

Our new favourite in the CBD.