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Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern

4.8

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Located in downtown Raleighs historic Victorian Dodd-Hinsdale House (circa 1879), Second Empire combines history, atmosphere, exceptional service and gourmet cuisine for an unforgettable dining experience. Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern features our award winning Contemporary American Cuisine in two dining atmospheres. Upstairs enjoy the ultimate dining experience in an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere of charm and grace. Downstairs in the Tavern and beautiful Atrium room enjoy a lighter fare menu and more casual environm... read more

Location details

330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.82,223 reviews
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James Hui 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Great dining experience- delicious and well presented! 

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Melany A. Paden 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

one of out most favorite restaurants in the Raleigh-Durham area. Best food in town...hands down! The ambiance is awesome, the food is AMAZING and the service is incredible. 

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Shequita Matier Banks 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

My husband and I ate here for the first time for our 11th wedding anniversary. The food was delicious, the ambiance was relaxing, and the service was superb!! Our sever Jason was nothing short of amazing and he went above and beyond to make our anniversary memorable and extra special!! This is a great place to bring your significant other for a beautiful night!! 

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Francesco Forte 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Great food and excellent service in a fabulous location! 

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Jeffrey Nelson 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Outstanding food and service . Our server Destiny, was great, excellent descriptions of the food and history of the building !! 

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Laureen Kapacziewski 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

We went here last night for dessert and cocktails. I was incredibly impressed with how welcomed the staff makes you feel. From the host when you first open the door all the way downstairs to the bartenders everyone was so friendly and accommodating. The food, drinks and atmosphere were amazing!! I never write reviews, but felt this one had to be done! 5/5 stars 

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Dawn Mamolita-Dellario 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Chefs table experience was amazing. 

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Alyson Leigh 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

We came here for our Valentine’s Day dinner and loved it! The restaurant is SO unique and romantic, and our Server, Chris, was so knowledgeable and friendly, and gave us the whole history of the house, in addition to exemplary service! The food was absolutely delicious!! I had the scallops and my boyfriend had the swordfish— both incredible dishes! We loved everything about this restaurant and will surely return on our next special occasion! :) 

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Andrea Mark Brown 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Fabulous food, awesome service (thank you Jason!) made a 60th birthday celebration unforgettable. A surprise opportunity to go back into the kitchen and meet Chef - we will be back to try Chef’s Table! Thank you so much for making my awesome husband’s birthday as wonderful as he is! 

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How is Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern rated?

Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern has a 4.8 star rating with 2,223 reviews. 

When is Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern open?

Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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