Embers Wood Grill
Gainesville
Restaurant in Gainesville, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Embers Wood Grill is a practical Gainesville pick for a planned dinner, date, or small celebration when a composed sit-down setting matters more than brewery ease. Go earlier on weeknights for a calmer meal.
About Embers Wood Grill
Embers Wood Grill is a Gainesville dinner option with smart-casual dress expectations and evening service from Monday through Saturday. Choose it when the plan calls for an evening meal in Gainesville. If the priority is comparing different kinds of local stops, Swamp Head Brewery or First Magnitude Brewing Company may be worth considering as separate options.
Choose it for dinner, not a daytime stop
Embers Wood Grill opens for evening service Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday. Monday through Thursday hours are 5–9 PM, while Friday and Saturday hours are 5–10 PM. The dress code is smart casual.
Embers Wood Grill is a Gainesville dinner choice rather than a claim-heavy destination pick.
Where it fits in a Gainesville night out
For a dinner-focused plan, Embers Wood Grill fits the evening-meal slot in a Gainesville itinerary. Other Gainesville options to compare include Da Vinci pizza and pasta, Bangkok Square, and The Swamp Restaurant.
Use Embers Wood Grill as a dinner stop in a Gainesville itinerary, then compare it with other Gainesville venues if the group wants a second stop. For broader planning, the Gainesville bars guide can help with nearby options.
Quick reference: pick this for an evening meal in Gainesville; choose another option when a different format or a looser plan is the main event.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 5–9 PM · Tuesday: 5–9 PM
- Location
- 3545 SW 34th St Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32608
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- embersofflorida.com
- Phone
- (352) 380-0901
Venue details
Ambiance
Upscale, intimate steakhouse atmosphere with a focus on polished service, wood-grill aromas, and a sophisticated yet relaxed dining room suited to lingering dinners and celebrations.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Spirits, Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Wood Grilled Bison Strip Steak
- Stuffed Organic Chicken Breast
- Long Island Duck Breast
- Red King Crab
- Yellowfin Tuna Appetizer
- Florida Gator Tail
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3545 SW 34th St Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32608
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 5–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–9 PM
- Thursday
- 5–9 PM
- Friday
- 5–10 PM
- Saturday
- 5–10 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
3545 SW 34th St Ste A, Gainesville, FL 32608 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
If you cannot get the table
Try Bangkok Square if the backup needs to stay food-focused, especially for a group that already knows it wants Thai. Try Swamp Head Brewery if the night can shift toward drinks, easier movement, and a more casual group setting.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Gainesville
Da Vinci pizza and pasta is the safer value play when the group wants an easy, familiar meal without making the night feel formal. Embers Wood Grill is the better fit when the booking itself needs to carry a date, birthday, or business dinner, especially for diners who want a more composed room than a casual pizza-and-pasta setup.
Swamp Head Brewery and First Magnitude Brewing Company are stronger choices for beer-led plans, larger casual groups, and lower-commitment evenings. Choose them when the drink program is the point. Choose Embers when dinner structure and table conversation matter more than taproom energy.
Bangkok Square is the clearer choice for diners who specifically want Thai food, while The Swamp Restaurant fits a more casual Gainesville hangout night. Embers is the splurge-leaning option in this set because its use case is more occasion-driven than drop-in casual.
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Compare Embers Wood Grill
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Embers Wood Grill | Gainesville | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| Da Vinci pizza and pasta | Gainesville | No published awards |
| Swamp Head Brewery | Gainesville | No published awards |
| Bangkok Square | Gainesville | No published awards |
| The Swamp Restaurant | Gainesville | No published awards |
| First Magnitude Brewing Company | Gainesville | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the food good at Embers Wood Grill?
Specific menu and review details for Embers Wood Grill are not available. It is a Gainesville venue with evening hours Monday through Saturday and a smart-casual dress code.
Is Embers Wood Grill good for a date?
Embers Wood Grill can be considered for an evening dinner date in Gainesville if smart-casual dress and dinner-hour timing fit the plan.
