Chef Richard Blais teams up with Austin Beckett, winner of Season 4 of Fox’s Next Level Chef, to showcase the bold, elemental art of grilling over open fire, overlooking the 18th hole of Aviara Golf Club.
This intimate, live demonstration will highlight whole fish butchery and grilling techniques over woodfired coals, infused with Southeast Asian–inspired flavors. Expect locally and regionally sourced fresh catch, along with seasonal vegetables cooked over flame.
Following the demo, enjoy a family-style lunch curated by Blais and Austin, featuring grilled fish, vibrant sides, and fresh salads.
When: August 28 at 12:30 pm
Step into a night of bold flavors and culinary artistry with Austin Beckett, winner of Season 4 of Fox’s Next Level Chef, as he brings his talent to the kitchen for two exclusive nights, accompanied by our very own Richard Blais.
Experience a four-course prix fixe dinner where each dish reflects Chef Austin’s signature style — from delicate Smoked Scallop Crudo with Korean ponzu and rich Duck Confit with coal-roasted eggplant, to tender Short Rib with fermented black bean jus, finishing with a luscious Mango Tiramisu topped with toasted coconut and graham cracker crumble.
When: August 27 & 28 from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Experience the allure of summer under the stars at Ember & Rye's Porte Cochère Party. Discover a lively outdoor lounge where elegance meets relaxation, creating the perfect escape right here in Carlsbad.
Savor an inspired lounge menu featuring chef-driven bites, paired beautifully with handcrafted cocktails featuring premium spirits from Fletcha Azul. Relax to the vibrant beats of our live DJ, and test your skills on our elegantly illuminated LED 9-hole mini-golf course.
When: Friday through Sunday during July & August.
Friday & Saturday: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
*Tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved.
Join us for dinner at Ember & Rye, and enjoy an evening curated for hospitality professionals and our local community. Experience a 3-course prix fixe menu paired with a glass of wine, the perfect way to start your week. Gather your friends, unwind in our dining room, and connect with others in the industry.
When: Every Monday from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Want to savor a memorable evening at Ember & Rye while ensuring your children are safe and entertained? Our special offer allows parents to enjoy a relaxing dinner while their little ones are cared for by our trusted babysitters, affectionately known as the "Munchkin Minders." Children will enjoy light snacks and beverages as part of this experience.
When: Select Thursdays from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bring your favorite bottle of wine and enjoy a waived corkage fee at Ember & Rye on Wednesday nights! Savor delicious steaks and coastal cuisine with the perfect pairing—your own wine, no strings attached. Reserve your table today.
When: Every Wednesday from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
*Maximum of (2) bottles per table.
Chef Richard Blais teams up with Austin Beckett, winner of Season 4 of Fox’s Next Level Chef, to showcase the bold, elemental art of grilling over open fire, overlooking the 18th hole of Aviara Golf Club.
This intimate, live demonstration will highlight whole fish butchery and grilling techniques over woodfired coals, infused with Southeast Asian–inspired flavors. Expect locally and regionally sourced fresh catch, along with seasonal vegetables cooked over flame.
Following the demo, enjoy a family-style lunch curated by Blais and Austin, featuring grilled fish, vibrant sides, and fresh salads.
When: August 28 at 12:30 pm
Step into a night of bold flavors and culinary artistry with Austin Beckett, winner of Season 4 of Fox’s Next Level Chef, as he brings his talent to the kitchen for two exclusive nights, accompanied by our very own Richard Blais.
Experience a four-course prix fixe dinner where each dish reflects Chef Austin’s signature style — from delicate Smoked Scallop Crudo with Korean ponzu and rich Duck Confit with coal-roasted eggplant, to tender Short Rib with fermented black bean jus, finishing with a luscious Mango Tiramisu topped with toasted coconut and graham cracker crumble.
When: August 27 & 28 from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Experience the allure of summer under the stars at Ember & Rye's Porte Cochère Party. Discover a lively outdoor lounge where elegance meets relaxation, creating the perfect escape right here in Carlsbad.
Savor an inspired lounge menu featuring chef-driven bites, paired beautifully with handcrafted cocktails featuring premium spirits from Fletcha Azul. Relax to the vibrant beats of our live DJ, and test your skills on our elegantly illuminated LED 9-hole mini-golf course.
When: Friday through Sunday during July & August.
Friday & Saturday: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
*Tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved.
Join us for dinner at Ember & Rye, and enjoy an evening curated for hospitality professionals and our local community. Experience a 3-course prix fixe menu paired with a glass of wine, the perfect way to start your week. Gather your friends, unwind in our dining room, and connect with others in the industry.
When: Every Monday from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Want to savor a memorable evening at Ember & Rye while ensuring your children are safe and entertained? Our special offer allows parents to enjoy a relaxing dinner while their little ones are cared for by our trusted babysitters, affectionately known as the "Munchkin Minders." Children will enjoy light snacks and beverages as part of this experience.
When: Select Thursdays from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bring your favorite bottle of wine and enjoy a waived corkage fee at Ember & Rye on Wednesday nights! Savor delicious steaks and coastal cuisine with the perfect pairing—your own wine, no strings attached. Reserve your table today.
When: Every Wednesday from 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
*Maximum of (2) bottles per table.
Richard Blais is a successful chef, restaurateur, James Beard nominated cookbook author and television personality. Blais currently co-stars alongside Gordon Ramsay on FOX's hit cooking competition, Next Level Chef, and is widely recognized as the first winner of Bravo's Top Chef All-Stars. He graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and trained at The French Laundry, Daniel, Chez Panisse, and el Bulli. Blais is the James Beard Award-nominated author of “Try This at Home: Recipes from My Head to Your Plate,” as well as his second cookbook, “So Good.” His most recent cookbook, “Plant Forward: 100 Bold Recipes For A Mostly Healthy Lifestyle” was co-written with his wife Jazmin and published in October 2023. Blais has appeared on “Today,” “Good Morning America,” “The Rachael Ray Show” and “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.” He also has been featured in The New York Times, InStyle and Food & Wine. When not on set, in the kitchen or at home with his family, Blais may be found traveling cross country performing his live “stand up cooking” show to enthusiastic audiences nationwide.
Bringing more than 20 years of esteemed culinary experience to the Ember & Rye table, Executive Chef Jonathan Bautista is a proud San Diego native and James Beard Foundation Awards semifinalist nominee with a deep-rooted understanding of the region’s refreshing and flavorful dining scene. In this new venture with Ember & Rye, Chef Bautista will showcase his award-winning talent and decades of relationships with local San Diego farmers, produce growers, and markets to create a new iteration of the esteemed Ember & Rye dining experience, in collaboration with Chef Richard Blais. Celebrating his Canadian Filipino background, Chef Bautista’s innovative new offerings blend signature flavors through seasonings, local ingredients, and unique cooking techniques, resulting in a fresh take on Ember & Rye’s beloved menu of vintage steaks, fresh seafood, and seasonal vegetables. Chef Bautista is most excited to introduce refined American cuisine through a vintage club-inspired lens, beautifully paired with creative specials and tableside presentations, engaging programming and unique culinary activations for members, guests, and locals alike.
Experience Ember & Rye in one of our two private dining rooms offering space for up to 14 guests and another space for up to 50 guests. Experience the vintage steakhouse flavors while surrounded by the 18th green of Aviara Golf Club. Dine overlooking the Battiquitos Lagoon while soaking in California’s sunsets.
Wine Spectator's Restaurant Awards recognize restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers. We are thrilled to share that our Richard Blais Steakhouse, Ember & Rye, made the list!
7447 Batiquitos Drive,
Carlsbad, CA 92011
760-603-6908
11:30 am - 2:30 pm, Daily
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm, Daily
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Daily