5 /5 Scott Reeling: We stumbled upon Oak and Ember during our first walk around old downtown Stuart on an early Sunday morning. Peering through the window, I told my wife, “I want to try this place.” Last night, we finally did — and it did not disappoint.
The atmosphere is spot-on: it looks fantastic, feels fantastic, and even smells fantastic. Our waiter, Frank, was one of the most friendly, attentive, and genuinely charming servers we’ve ever had anywhere.
I ordered the rib chop (ribeye) with a side of shredded Brussels sprouts, and my wife had the steak medallions topped with crab meat. Every bite — from the mashed potatoes to the sprouts to the perfectly charred steaks — was spectacular. The chef clearly knows that great food doesn’t need gimmicks; just top-quality ingredients, open-flame cooking, and simple seasoning — salt and pepper done right.
Toni, the GM, stopped by to check on us and made us feel truly welcome, as if we were longtime regulars. And we will be now, for sure.
If you go, ask for Frank, and during your meal, say hello to Toni. There’s something special about a high-end place that makes you feel at home — and Oak and Ember absolutely nails it.