Interior dining at Second Empire Restaurant in Raleigh with festive table settings.

Second Empire Restaurant Raleigh

9.76 (1,767)•French · Contemporary · Classic
330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603

Second Empire Restaurant is on Hillsborough Street. It sits a ten-minute walk from the North Carolina State Capitol.

The room runs smart and elegant, leaning into a classic and contemporary French menu that feels more deliberate than the casual spots near City Market. While the city centre trends toward the quick and the loud, this dining room remains focused on a slower, more formal pace. It is the better choice for those who find the bustle of a downtown weekend night exhausting.

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Highlights

Fine Dining
Luxury
Romantic
With A View
Beautiful
Terrace

Cuisine

French
Contemporary
Classic

Second Empire Restaurant FAQ

Second Empire Restaurant serves French, contemporary, and classic cuisine. It is an expensive restaurant known for fine dining. The room runs smart and elegant, so guests typically dress in clothing that reflects this style.

Second Empire Restaurant is on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh. It is a ten-minute walk from the North Carolina State Capitol and Moore Square Park, and a fifteen-minute walk from City Market.

To book Second Empire Restaurant, Alotea takes your desired date, party size, and any occasion notes. We then work the venue's own booking route and come back to you with a confirmed answer regarding your request.

Opening Hours

Sunday

Closed

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

17:00 - 22:00

Wednesday

17:00 - 22:00

Thursday

17:00 - 22:00

Friday

17:00 - 22:00

Saturday

17:00 - 22:00

Location

330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603

Nearby

North Carolina State Capitol500 m
Moore Square Park600 m
City Market800 m

Additional Information

Name

Second Empire Restaurant Raleigh

Establishment Type

Restaurant

Cuisine Type

French, Contemporary, Classic

Dress Code

Smart and Elegant

Price Range

$$$$

Address

330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603

Phone

+19198293663

Links

Website

Instagram

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