Red Ember Japanese Cuisine
About
Japanese, Sushi Bars
Price Range : $11-30 ($$)
Location
Adress: 609 14th Street NW, Calgary, AB T2N 2A1
Phone: (403) 453-0577
Work Hours
Business info
- list_altTakes ReservationsYes
- directions_carDeliveryYes
- move_to_inboxTake-outYes
- thumb_upGood ForDinner
- local_parkingParkingPrivate Lot
- directions_bikeBike ParkingYes
- accessibilityGood for KidsYes
- groupGood for GroupsYes
- new_releasesAttireCasual
- insert_emoticonAmbienceTrendy
- volume_upNoise LevelAverage
- local_barAlcoholFull Bar
- turned_in_notGood For Happy HourYes
- transit_enterexitOutdoor SeatingNo
- wifiWi-FiNo
- tvHas TVYes
- fastfoodCatersYes
Reviews
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Mike M.
Red Ember, a quite Japanese sushi restaurant located on 14th Street NW.
I've always wanted to try something new when it comes to sushi besides any AYCE location and Li-Ao (located in Bridlewood SW) so I took the liberty to see what people have reviewed on Yelp and here I am.
I checked on Facebook for their menu and was so stoke to try their 44 piece Party Tray A for $35 but when I got there I was upset because they don't offer that anymore so I got their Sushi & Sashimi combo instead since it was similar but a lot cheaper. Keep in mind that I've only been to AYCE sushi and Li-Ao so what I experience there is really different from what I experienced in Red Ember. The sushi and nigiri was fine but when it came to the sashimi I was like "what is this" and "why is my portion massive while my salmon sashimi is tiny?" But nevertheless I enjoyed it. Yes I know the server explained what each individual roll and sashimi was presented but I think I wasn't paying attention but I was starring at the sashimi and questioning the size.
The only downside is that the service was slower than usual and parking was such a hassle. I just notice you can park at the back instead of parking 3 blocks down on 14th since at the time I went the parkade machine was out of service. It's unfortunate that there's no street parking.
Red Ember is a great place to dine if you're tired or want to try something different. A definite +1 in my books and would love to visit again in the near future. -
Cyn Q.
One of my favourite sushi places. Very fresh quality which makes their sashimi memorable. On the pricier end, so this is the place I come to treat myself. Service is decent, didn't come check on us after delivering our food. But I don't really care for service if the food speaks for itself.
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MJ L.
It was our first time here as we've seen many reviews about this place. Service was excellent and we had our water filled constantly. She was attentive but not intrusive. My gf had a miso soup which she uses as a standard for the rest of the meal and said it was excellent.
We shared a tuna and salmon sashimi, a tempura yam avocado roll and a Cajun rock roll. The sashimi was supreme. Large portions and tender served at the right temp on a bed of ice chips. Yam roll was excellent but less impressed with the Cajun rock. It was good but didn't taste as fresh as the sashimi.
Overall, excellent value with the large portions, only downfall - parking. They have 3 designated spots.
Will return to try other items as we didn't try any starters and they look amazing!!! -
Karissa H.
Everything was perfect. Nigiri was fresh, sweet and buttery, tempura was excellent.
The service was courteous but slow. Had to wait a long time to get our orders taken, and our bills brought - thankfully the food was faster - but they were obviously short handed with just one server. Will definitely return. -
Viktor K.
This is probably the best sushi restaurant I have ever been in Calgary. You know that the most important thing for excellent sushi is fresh fish. It is in Red Ember. Everything was tasty and delicious. Fresh sashimi and perfect rolls. The service is very polite and the interior is interesting. Thank you for being such a good place.