Ema - Austin

2000 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722 · Opened January 2026

Ema - Austin at a glance

NeighborhoodNorth Burnet
CityAustin, TX
OpenedJanuary 2026

About

  • Chef CJ Jacobson’s California‑leaning Mediterranean menu
  • Location: The Domain NORTHSIDE, North Burnet
  • Vegetable-forward small plates
  • Shareable format for groups
  • Bright, sunlit dining room atmosphere

Opening January 31st in The Domain NORTHSIDE, Ēma brings a Mediterranean wardrobe of flavors filtered through Chef Partner CJ Jacobson’s lighter California sensibility. Expect bright vegetable-forward plates, shareable small bites, and a relaxed, sunlit dining room that feels equal parts coastal and local. It’s a fresh, unfussy take on Mediterranean cooking tailored for Austin’s seasonal harvest.

What to Order

Charred Octopus with Lemon-Pistachio

Tender, smoky octopus finished with bright citrus and crunchy pistachio for a textural Mediterranean opener.

Heirloom Tomato & Burrata

Ripe local tomatoes, silky burrata, herbs and olive oil — a simple, sunlit celebration of summer produce.

Grilled Lamb Shoulder with Herb Yogurt

Slow-grilled lamb shredded and dressed in tangy herbed yogurt, served with warm flatbread for sharing.

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