Est. 2026 · Chelmsford, Essex

Real Smoke.
Real Bark.
Real Texas.

BrisketRibsSandwichesHot LinksSmoked TurkeyPork Belly BitesBrisketRibsSandwichesHot LinksSmoked TurkeyPork Belly Bites
Texas technique,
Essex heart.

Two chefs with a shared obsession for real texas barbecue set out to bring proper smoked meats.

Fire by post oak from early hours, every brisket, rib and sausage is cooked low and slow with no shortcuts — just patience, smoke and respect for the craft.

Inspired by texas rooted in essex and made fresh until gone.

Come hungry.

Open Tue–Sat

Tue – Fri8:30am – 4pm
Saturday8:30am – 5pm
Sun – MonClosed

Chelmsford, Essex

Bark & Ember
Bellmead
Chelmsford, Essex
CM1 1LE
Get Directions →