There’s simply no way you can go wrong with this well-loved Raleigh fine-dining experience. Housed in an impeccably restored historic building, Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern exudes old ...

If you’re celebrating an anniversary or a special occasion, then Second Empire Restaurant and Tavern is the go-to restaurant for most Raleigh locals. Set in a historic home in downtown Raleigh ...

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The home has a French-inspired Second Empire design and includes a grand tower with a widow's walk and ornamental windows in every direction. "It's so iconic and part of Raleigh, it was just a ...