Industrial fire & timber lounge · Melbourne, Australia
Welcome to Ember & Odds – experience the fusion of contemporary Australian dining and a sophisticated Offline Poker Card Lounge. Discover a warm fire & timber ambiance, with chef-crafted cuisine and premium Poker Tables awaiting your arrival. Reserve your next dining or poker table experience today.
Signature dining & flame grill kitchen
Signature Dining at Ember & Odds celebrates premium steaks, line-caught seafood and seasonal produce, all prepared on our open flame grill. The open kitchen brings a soft glow to the Card Lounge, framing every offline poker gathering with the theatre of fire, timber and chef-crafted dishes.
Delight in bold, smoke-kissed flavours, share plates built for conversation and a drinks list curated to complement both the dining room and the neighbouring Card Room.
From grass-fed rib-eye to coal-roasted vegetables, the Flame Grill Kitchen delivers a menu that feels both familiar and elevated, perfect before or after a relaxed Offline Poker session.
Share plates, chef's snacks and generous sides are tailored for tables that linger over Friendly Card Games, creating a social dining rhythm throughout the evening.
Card Lounge & premium poker tables
Step into the dedicated Card Lounge – a softly lit Card Room where upholstered seating, dark timber details and premium Poker Tables set the stage for card-led evenings. Symbolic poker chips, curated playlists and attentive hosts keep the focus on social connection and responsible play.
Designed for Offline Poker, Texas Hold'em style nights and casual card gatherings, the Card Lounge is a welcoming space where guests can disconnect from screens and enjoy Community Poker face to face.
Texas Hold'em & weekly poker events
Ember & Odds hosts a curated program of Weekly Poker Sessions and themed Texas Hold'em style evenings. Each event is designed as a relaxed, recreational experience where guests can learn, play and connect through Offline Poker in a safe, non-gambling environment.
Join our scheduled Poker Nights in the Card Room, featuring host-led introductions for newer players and thoughtful pacing for seasoned enthusiasts of friendly card games.
Reserve Private Poker Tables or a Private Card Lounge setting for your group. Ideal for birthdays, team evenings or intimate gatherings that pair memorable dining with a premium card experience.
Bring teams together with Corporate Poker Evenings that highlight communication, strategy and light-hearted competition – always with symbolic poker chips and responsible play front of mind.
Signature drinks & culinary pairings
The Ember & Odds bar program weaves together signature cocktails, Australian wines and local craft beers. Each pour is chosen to complement the Flame Grill Kitchen and the steady rhythm of the Card Lounge.
Begin with a smoked citrus highball at the bar, match a bold shiraz to your steak, or choose lighter spritzes and non-alcoholic options for long Community Poker evenings.
Our team recommends drinks that keep players refreshed yet focused throughout Offline Poker sessions, ensuring every guest can enjoy the card experience at their own pace.
Move effortlessly from aperitif to dinner, then into the Card Lounge for Weekly Poker Sessions. Ember & Odds is crafted as a single destination for premium dining and social card play.
Guest reviews
Hear from guests who have discovered the excitement of communal card play and elevated dining under one roof. Our hospitality earns consistent praise for atmosphere, service and memorable evenings.
“The perfect balance of a great restaurant and a relaxed Card Lounge. We stayed for hours – incredible food, attentive staff and the most welcoming Offline Poker experience we've found in the city.”
“Our team loved the Corporate Poker Evening. The focus was on social connection, symbolic poker chips and a premium card room atmosphere – no pressure, just a beautifully hosted night.”
Frequently asked questions
Learn more about our Offline Poker format, symbolic poker chips, Card Room reservations and how we maintain a friendly, non-gambling environment for all guests.
Offline Poker at Ember & Odds is a face-to-face, recreational card experience hosted in our Card Lounge and Card Room. Guests gather around premium Poker Tables with symbolic poker chips only, guided by our team through Texas Hold'em style and other friendly card formats.
No. All Offline Poker, Card Lounge, Card Room and Poker Tables at Ember & Odds are intended exclusively for recreational social entertainment. Play uses symbolic poker chips only, with no gambling, betting or real-money prizes at any time.
Yes. You can reserve Private Poker Tables or a Private Card Lounge arrangement for groups. Our team will tailor the card format, snacks and service style to suit your occasion, whether it is a birthday, team night or an intimate gathering.
Our Weekly Poker Sessions welcome all experience levels. Hosts explain table etiquette and card formats in clear, accessible steps so that new players can enjoy Community Poker alongside regular guests.
For dining, Card Lounge and Offline Poker enquiries, please use our Contact page to request a booking. Let us know if you are interested in Poker Nights, Private Poker Tables or Corporate Poker Evenings so we can recommend the best option.
Our commitment: responsible play
All poker and card lounge activities at Ember & Odds are offered exclusively for recreational social entertainment using symbolic poker chips. There are no gambling activities or real-money prizes associated with our Offline Poker, Card Lounge, Card Room or Poker Tables. We provide a safe, welcoming environment that prioritises responsible play, community connection and premium hospitality.
Plan your evening
Whether you are planning a quiet dinner for two, a team celebration or a full evening of Offline Poker and social card games, our team will help you build the perfect itinerary.
