Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern

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330 Hillsborough St
Raleigh, NC 27603
+1 (919) 829-3663
http://www.second-empire.com
Located in downtown Raleigh’s 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 environment. The Capitol Room, Raleigh Room, Pine Room and Atrium Room are available for private parties seating up to 55 people or various combinations of rooms for parties up to 300 people. Second Empire is very proud to be the recipient of the DiRoNA Award (Distinguished Restaurants of North America), the AAA Four Diamond Award (Raleigh’s only restaurant with this award) and the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 1998.

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4.5714 reviews
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Michael G.
8/30/2025

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...

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Trista W.
7/29/2025

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...

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Beth B.
7/5/2025

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...

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Joey C.
6/24/2025

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...

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Amy P.
6/18/2025

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...

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