Restaurant Ember in Wellingborough

We enjoyed a lovely meal here, we chose the tasting menu with wine as it was a special occasion and sat on ‘the best seat in the house’. Firstly, the restaurant has a special vibe about it and you completely forget you’re in Wellingborough! We had special attention from the waiting staff who were all brilliant and so friendly, we also were served by the chefs who could talk about the food. The chefs also were keen to have feedback on the food so that it can be improved on next time which we thought was excellent. We had a really good time celebrating at Ember and both said we would like to return to enjoy a main meal here. The tasting menu was a fun experience but all the courses that were chosen this month were rather salty including the deserts! And we left feeling a little hungry but that’s just us!

An unforgettable dining experience at Ember. Chef James Peck and his team are doing something truly special here. Every dish felt like a masterclass in flavour—carefully thought out, beautifully executed, and full of surprises. I’ve never had cured scallops before, but now I’m ruined for life—they were that good. And the black garlic fudge? Wildly creative and absolutely delicious. You can tell there’s real passion and deep knowledge behind every element on the plate. The service was amazing—warm, attentive, and perfectly paced. And the space itself has a vibe like nothing I’ve felt before: industrial and modern, with fire pits at the heart of the kitchen, giving the whole experience a raw, elemental energy. Ember is more than just a meal—it’s an experience. A must-visit.

Interesting, not overwhelming. The beef stake was way to salty, the desert with caramel the same. The asparagus and cauliflower overcooked. The chefs was supposed to explain the dishes, taste combinations and be more involved. Is good that wasn't a pizza in the menu. 😀

I have enjoyed their excellent food and service many times and it keeps getting better with every visit. I absolutely recommend it whether you’re looking for a special occasion or just to enjoy an amazing meal out. The menu changes all the time as they are using local produce but I must say that I have enjoyed everything that I have ordered.

I’m not sure I can really put into words how much I enjoyed Restaurant Ember… we visited for our wedding anniversary and opted for the tasting menu. 8 dishes, all varied and perfectly sized portions packed with different flavour profiles. Having the tasting menu gets you a seat at the bar, where you can see the food being prepared right in front of you. Each course is entirely different from the last and my personal favourite was the scallop with leek and juniper bacon. There were no bad dishes in the tasting menu with the quail being the main protein. Each dish was packed with flavour, seasoned perfectly and kept you thinking “I could have more of that dish, when can we come back?” The restaurant itself is beautiful and whilst there are a small number of tables it feels full of life. The head chef / owner is extremely passionate, friendly and happily answers any questions you may have. It’s clear the other chefs have a great working environment. In summary, please go and try Restaurant Ember. It is an outstanding restaurant with attentive serving staff with beautifully cooked food.