Around 80% of detailed reviews call emba’s food “incredible,” “divine,” or “sensational,” with standout mentions for creative small plates, seafood, and main courses like Côte de boeuf and lamb chops. Cocktails, especially the mango margarita, and the wine/craft beer selection earn specific praise, as does the picturesque canal-side setting, described as “fantastic ambience” and “chilled out.” Service is highlighted as attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable by over 90% of reviewers, and staff like David are frequently mentioned for excellent hospitality, though a few cite confusion over tasting menus or crowd-funding vouchers. Around 25% note issues compared with predecessor The Owl, missing complimentary nibbles or special touches, with some dissatisfaction about portion sizes, menu inconsistencies, or lack of birthday recognition. The atmosphere is widely described as intimate and relaxed, aided by interior partitions and canal views, but some critique the stemless wine glasses for white wine.