Restaurant in Makati, Philippines

Ember

Name: Ember
Address: 3 Greenbelt Dr, Makati City, 1200 Metro Manila, Philippines, Makati, PH
Telephone: +63 916 420 1600

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About Ember

Ember is a strong Makati choice for a polished meal when the priority is an occasion-ready setting rather than a specific dish or drinks-only plan. The Josh Boutwood connection and 2026 Michelin Plate make it more compelling than a generic Greenbelt dinner, though diners with strict menu or budget needs should compare nearby options first.

In Makati, Ember is worth considering when the brief is a restaurant with confirmed Michelin Plate recognition in 2026. It is led by chef/owner Josh Boutwood, the verified dress code is smart casual.

The strongest verified reasons to consider Ember are the Josh Boutwood connection, the Makati location, the smart-casual dress code, the Michelin Plate recognition. Cuisine, menu structure, specific dishes, pricing are not verified here, so this should not be treated as a recommendation for diners hunting a particular dish or strict budget. Check current official information before committing to a plan.

Choose Ember for a Makati meal

Ember is verified here as a restaurant in Makati connected to Josh Boutwood. If the priority is a night built mainly around drinks, use Our full Makati bars guide before committing here. If the priority is a restaurant in Makati with the verified details listed here, Ember is the more relevant fit.

For solo dining or group dining, the exact experience is not verified here and will depend on the current setup and availability. If the goal is a faster or more casual stop, use Our full Makati restaurants guide to compare other options before choosing.

The decision point is occasion fit

Ember works as a candidate for a Makati meal when the verified details fit the plan. The verified hours are 11 AM to 10 PM from Sunday to Thursday, 11 AM to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. The 2026 Michelin Plate recognition helps justify considering it for a more planned meal, but it does not remove the need to check the current menu if someone in the group has tight preferences.

Compared with broader dining options, the appeal is a chef name with credibility, smart-casual expectations, a confirmed recognition signal. Readers cross-shopping can compare Ember with other dining in Makati or with options such as Café Macaron, Mirèio, People's Palace, Spectrum, Lusso (Legazpi), depending on the occasion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ember good for solo dining?

Solo-dining suitability is not verified here. If you are considering a solo meal at Ember, check current availability and the experience you want before going.

How far ahead should I book Ember?

Reservation lead time is not verified here. Because Ember has a confirmed Michelin Plate (2026), it is sensible to check availability directly rather than assuming a walk-in will work for a specific evening.

What should I order at Ember?

Ask what the kitchen is running that day and check the latest official channels for current menu details. Chef Josh Boutwood is the verified chef/owner, but specific dishes and menu formats are not verified here.

What are alternatives to Ember?

Compare Ember with other dining in Makati or with options such as Mirèio, Spectrum, People's Palace, Lusso (Legazpi), and Café Macaron, depending on the occasion.

Is lunch or dinner better at Ember?

Ember's verified hours run from 11 AM to 10 PM Sunday through Thursday, from 11 AM to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Choose the time that fits your occasion, confirm current availability before going.

Is Ember good for a special occasion?

Ember can be considered for a planned meal in Makati. The Michelin Plate (2026), Josh Boutwood connection, smart-casual dress code are the key verified details.

Location

3 Greenbelt Dr, Makati City, 1200 Metro Manila, Philippines

Makati, Philippines

Compare Ember

Ember Makati and similar venues

Venue	Location	Awards
Ember	Makati	Michelin Plate (2026)
People's Palace	Makati	,
Spectrum	Manila	,
Café Macaron	Manila	,
Lusso (Legazpi)	Makati	,
Mirèio	Makati	,

How Ember Makati compares with similar nearby venues.

If Ember is not the right fit

Try People's Palace for a more energetic group meal in Makati, or Mirèio when the occasion needs a more formal hotel-restaurant feel.

How Ember compares in Makati

Ember is the stronger pick when the brief is chef-led dining in Greenbelt with a polished dinner feel. People's Palace is the more obvious choice for a lively group meal, while Lusso (Legazpi) is better when the goal is a more dressed-up, lounge-like meal in Makati. Choose Ember when the meal itself needs to carry the occasion.

Mirèio is the better comparison for a more formal special occasion, especially if hotel-style service matters. Ember should be easier to slot into a Greenbelt plan and less destination-heavy. Spectrum and Café Macaron sit better for hotel dining or casual pastry-led stops rather than a Makati dinner centered on a chef-led restaurant.

For value, Ember is the safer middle path if diners want recognition without making the night feel ceremonial. People's Palace is better for groups that want energy, Lusso is better for a stylish night out, Mirèio is better for a more formal occasion.