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Tavern @ Second Empire


4.0 of 5 stars 38 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American
  • 330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603
  • (919) 829-3663
  • Price range: €22-56 ($31-$80)

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2 of 5 stars
NCnative67   1 contribution
Raleigh
Dec 15, 2009

So disappointing... took a group to lunch to celebrate holidays and the service was awful! At Second Empire you expect so much more. It was like they forgot we were there! Unbelievable! Food was good, but service was just sad. more

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4 of 5 stars
AkilCampbell   1 contribution
Jan 28, 2009

Good food, excellent service more

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4 of 5 stars
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Nov 28, 2008

great fare and hearty selections more

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2 of 5 stars
aussieinraleigh   8 contributions
Raleigh, NC
Sep 19, 2008
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We went here after a few people from my fiance's work recommended it. It was a Saturday night dinner. We got here around 6pm. First impressions from outside was that it was terribly posh, because you get to see the "upmarket" side from the street. We were relieved when we got seated in the tavern, since it had a cozier,... more

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5 of 5 stars
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Sep 2, 2008

Nice enviornment and outstanding food. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jun 20, 2008

Love this place! Great place to hang out for a drink and a snack more

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5 of 5 stars
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May 4, 2008

The Tavern is in the basement of Second Empire. It's more casual but you can order from both menus. The foie gras is phenomenal more

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3 of 5 stars
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Apr 29, 2008
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Certainly not a value play more

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4 of 5 stars
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Apr 9, 2008

I actully prefer it to the upstairs. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Feb 26, 2008

I have had great experiences here. Wonderful food and service. Great foie gras and fabulous filet. And it is beautiful. more

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Tavern @ Second Empire Address

330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Tel: (919) 829-3663
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.