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Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern Raleigh Reviews
One of the best in the US
We decided to dine at Second Empire for our anniversary dinner, it was amazing experience. The service, the food and the ambiance all met or exceeded our expectations. Our server, Chris, was very knowledgeable, friendly and a pleasure to interact
Birthday Celebration of our 3 adult children.
Celebrated birthdays of our three children, with a fabulous dinner. We have heard so much about Second Empire and were thrilled to be able to have our family together for a special evening of spectacular food and service, so reasonably priced. The C
We booked our anniversary dinner here, and from the moment
We booked our anniversary dinner here, and from the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted and well taken care of. For starters, we had a crispy point Judith calamari and the crispy Beeler farms, braised pork belly. The pork belly was definitely t
Food is delicious!!!
Had the best time and the food was AMAZING as always. The staff is also fantastic!!! Totally recommend this place for any special occasion.
Giving the Gift of Great Dining to a Friend at Second Empire as Their New Menu Rolls Out for Fall 2025
Dining in the Atrium at Second Empire is always a treat. The service is beyond fantastic as Chris, our server last evening, has such a command of the history of this historic home on Hillsborough Street in downtown Raleigh. You can almost envision th
Perfect Special Occasion Restaurant
Great food, ambience and service. It’s set in a lovely old mansion. Biggest drawback is their tiny parking lot. There is paid street parking but some is pricey.
A night to remember: 10 stars for hospitality, service and culinary delights
WOW ! From the very moment we arrived to the moment we left our dining experience was extraordinarily. We parked in the lot behind the restaurant and saw no ramp for our elderly uncle who needs to use a walker. My husband went inside to ask for direc
Elegant and delicious
As always, lovely, food was delicious, the recommended wine parings fabulous. Tried some new dishes this visit and it was wonderful. Love the atmosphere and service
🌟 A Culinary Spectacle at Second Empire’s Chef’s Table
🌟 A Culinary Spectacle at Second Empire’s Chef’s Table From the moment we stepped into Second Empire, the atmosphere and service set a gracious tone while our table was being prepared. But nothing could have prepared us for the immersive exper
Birthday dinner
Delicious, great menu especially with options for our pescatarian diet. We have now included 2nd Empire as one of our favorite places
Great food, great people, Celiac safe
Great food, great atmosphere, and the fact the chief is Celiac made my wife feel a lot more comfortable eating out. We don't get to enjoy going out to dinner much, this place made it not only safe, but also a great experience. Thank you.
Fine dining in Raleigh
Having moved from the Midwest to Pinehurst, a culinary desert with a few oases, we took the opportunity on an airport run to RDU to pick up friends to have an early dinner here. This place is the very definition of a fine dining experience! Our wait
Best restaurant in Raleigh!
Second Empire is the best restaurant in Raleigh. The food is delicious with a presentation that is a work of art. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The service is top-notch. It is always a terrific restaurant to go as a couple, with friends or as
First visit but certainly not the last visit!
Wonderful time was had by all! We enjoyed meeting Yul our waiter. Food was fantastic, not one morsel left on any plate to be brought home.
Wow! Not just a dinner but an experience!
First time going here after a friend recommended it. Great service, wonderful dining room and outstanding food with an amazing presentation. Prices are what you would expect for fine dining and was not too over the top considering the value. We wil
Excellent meal and overall experience
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the service is fantastic. We were greeted at the door and escorted to our table upon arrival. My husband ordered the filet which was the best he or i have ever had. I ordered the Cajun salmon which
Outstanding Restaurant
Our favorite restaurant in Raleigh/Durham. Always outstanding service, food, and atmosphere. Regular menu and specials offer a wide range of options.
A Night to Remember Forever.
The story behind this house turned formal dining restaurant was amazing to understand. Our waiter mentioned he was new, but if he had not, I would never have known. The food was marvelous. This place has so many AAA Four-Diamond Awards and they surpa
Second Empire deliver!
Excellent choice for birthday dinner. My wife, I, and family all enjoyed the food, menu selections, and exceptional service.
Favorite Restaurant
This is my favorite restaurant in the area and it’s not even close. Always a 5 star experience. Food is always amazing! Customer service is always second to none.
Great Evening not just dinner!
A wonderful evening! Every staff member we encountered was above and beyond our expectations especially the guy in the bar downstairs in our server “YUL” did a fantastic job made us feel special.
Great birthday dinner
We had a wonderful experience at Second Empire. This was the first time we took our grown daughters there and the first-time hubby and I had been back in 20 years, and it did not disappoint. Delicious food, great service and very sweet birthday cel
The gold standard for attentive service and flavorful food.
Second Empire has set the gold standard for service and flavorful food since it opened. For our anniversary we dined in the Tavern, our favorite. Our servers were personable, professional and paced our meal perfectly.
Anniversary Dinner at Secon Empire Restaurant
We have been coming to the restaurant for our anniversary for the past several years, actually many years. This one was our 62nd. The food is always good and the presentation is always impeccable. And our waiter Uhl was on top of his game; had goo
Undoubtedly One of the Best Restaurants in the
Undoubtedly One of the Best Restaurants in the Raleigh-Durham Area ---- After moving to the area earlier this year, I have had the opportunity to eat at dozens of local culinary establishments in search of the best food experience. I believe we have
Consistently Great
Wife and I love having dinner at Second Empire. Food is consistently great, service superb, and great ambiance. It is in our short list of “go to “ restaurants. We go just for date night and take friends from out of town
Excellent in all regards
I came here to do a multi-surprise engagement and birthday dinner for my girlfriend. Ashley the manager and Jermaine the maitre D' were a tremendous help in setting the surprise up . The food was great and the service exemplary!! A true nig
If you're looking for a perfect venue for a special
If you're looking for a perfect venue for a special occasion or celebration, Second Empire would be a perfect setting. The historic setting, classic decor, & intimate rooms makes this place truly special. Service was exceptional and attent
Wow... best dinner and experience we've had in a while!
Wow... best dinner and experience we've had in a while! Beautiful and delicious food. So impressed and we'll definitely be back!
Hands down, this place is easily one of the best fine
Hands down, this place is easily one of the best fine dining establishments I've encountered! We had drinks in the tavern, then dinner in the atrium. We opted for the Pepsi Pork Belly to share. I got the special filet mignon and husband got the
The food was spectacular.
For my appetizer I ordered a southwest soup that had tomatillo, corn, and other stuff i don't remember but it was DELICIOUS. Entree was the filet mignon cooked a perfect medium rare. For dessert hard the almond cake. It was amazing!!! So much fl
Absolutely amazing dining experience with Sam as our
Absolutely amazing dining experience with Sam as our server, Will as the back server, and Amanda overseeing things as manager. We were excited to have my brother and his wife enjoy the cuisine Chef Daniel Schurr and his team executes nightly at Secon
Absolutely wonderful service and food.
I'm not sure I will go back because of parking limitations. Their small lot was full and there were no available spots on the street. I ended up spending 15-20 minutes downloading a parking app and inputting credit card information. By the time
A Raleigh staple with good reason.
From being greeted upon entering, to leaving out the front door, the service, ambiance, and overall experience exceeded expectations. Chef Daniel Schurr has got to be one of the most talented chefs in Raleigh blending classic dishes with modern twis
If I could give 10 stars, I absolutely would! We were
If I could give 10 stars, I absolutely would! We were greeted so kindly upon arrival and seated right away in a lovely spot. Our waitress--who's only been there a year--served us with the kind of grace and expertise you'd expect from someo
The food overall was delicious and they were able to tweak
The food overall was delicious and they were able to tweak a couple of items to satisfy everyone. The roasted pepper soup was by far the best I've had (true depth of flavor and I choose without the heat of the harissa oil). The special filet w
What a wonderful experience.
This gem is located in (guess what) a "second empire" building with all the magnificent details of that era. Not only were the surroundings stunning, the service and food were exceptional. Our server, Albert, with his amazing memory, was ab
Birthday Dinner!
It was my father's 88th birthday and the staff was so kind and accommodating towards us! It is a very special experience when you dine here. The environment is old world, the food is magnificent, and the service was outstanding!! I highly recommend
Triangle tops
Very Possibly the finest dining in the triangle. Service, atmosphere, food , and efforts to please are all top notch.
Perfection!
I had eaten here several years ago and I knew it was special. This was the place I knew we needed to celebrate our 25th Anniversary. My husband was surprised and we loved everything! Our servers Will and Zivi were professional, knowledgeable and frie
Not up to Second Empire standards
The cocktail, salad and main course were all phenomenal. The customer service has been impecible in the past, but not this time. We were snubbed by a server filling in for the maitre d (the server ignored us and helped someone that had just walked in
Great Dining Experience at a Downtown Raleigh Historic Building
Outstanding service, fair prices and great upscale food! Multiple experienced servers and a menu with lots of tasty options!
Very romantic
The elegance of this old mansion is incomparable. And the wait staff is as professional and competent as you you will find anywhere. Truly a five-star restaurant.
Beautiful setting for a meal.
Historic 1879 home is the setting for this restaurant. It's gorgeous, unfortunately we couldn't get a table on short notice. We were able to get two seats at the downstairs bar. Once seated we were greeted by the serving staff who described in great
Great Dinning before theater
The dinning rooms are very warm and cozy. We were there for dinner before going to the Ballet. The staff were all very pleasant and accommadating. The food was excellant and the presentation of each plate was very nice. I would recommend dinning
Amazing experience!
Amazing dining experience! My husband and I go here for special occasions and have never been disappointed. The staff is very friendly, the food is phenomenal, and it’s a beautiful location! Recommend this place 100%!
Birthdays with Friends
If I could give 10 stars would- Everything was excellent if from the service to the ambiance and especially the food do- AMAZING!
Beautiful venue and place to eat such Incredible food
Beautiful venue and place to eat such Incredible food that'll change the way you look at fine dining. The wait staff know exactly what pairs well with which food. It's pretty incredible.
It was my birthday yesterday so we figured to celebrate at
It was my birthday yesterday so we figured to celebrate at Second empire. Because our last experience was good. This time well hard to say. We got there early because I reserved for 5:15. However it appears I mis read the date on the reservation. For
The food is always spectacular and the service is just as
The food is always spectacular and the service is just as great! It's one of our favorite spots to visit when we need a night out.
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