Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern

After having a sub-par experience at a steakhouse the night before, it was refreshing to be served exactly what I ordered and how I ordered it. My steak was done to perfection, my calamari was tender and my fellow diners enjoyed their food as well. Bonus points are being given as well, because the first question the waiter asked was if there were any food allergies and restrictions. And he worked with the ones I told him I had. Not only did he give me other options I

Destiny, our server, had some great recommendations. The food was delicious. The drinks were perfect. I wish I could have toured the house too. It's a beautiful location. They even decrumb the table for you (bonus points for that). Very fancy, but the staff make you feel right at home!

Definitely one of the top 3 restaurants around Raleigh. The marvelous house was full of history, which the hostess enthusiastically recounted, as well as beautiful artworks many of which were from local artists? hands. Everything we ordered was superbly executed which leads one to believe this to be true with regard to every other item on the menu. Surely the shrimp, pork belly, scallop etc were savory and of great texture. And speaking of the entree one could hardly expect a

Invited by friends for the Chef?s Table experience it truly delivered! Chef de Cuisine Daniel Schurr prepared an amazing menu and we had the opportunity to explore the kitchen for a one of a kind behind the scenes experience. Highly recommend the Chefs Table for the experience. The food and wine pairings were perfection and well worth it! But if you don?t need the full experience, the menu and ambience by themselves are worth the trip! 10 out of 10 would

The most incredible and memorable experience. My partner took my family and I here for my birthday and surprised me with dinner at the Chef's table in the kitchen. The food and staff are absolutely incredible and delivered an amazing experiencing that still has me smiling a week later. It was a 5-star experience all the way. Despite their incredible talents, everyone was so humble and kind, and they took such excellent care of us. I cannot say enough positive things