A Raleigh restaurant is housed in a restored Victorian-era home — and it ranks as one of the best fine dining destinations in the United States. Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern earned the No. 12 spot on a new list celebrating culinary excellence.
FULL STORY: Raleigh restaurant ranks among nation’s best for fine dining. Why it’s ‘unforgettable’
Here are key takeaways:
- For at least two years in a row, Second Empire has been named one of the nation’s most exceptional fine dining restaurants. On Sept. 15, it was among the latest Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best winners, which honor fewer than 1% of listings on Tripadvisor.
- To create the best-of list, the travel review website analyzed ratings and reviews customers left for restaurants over the course of a year.
- Second Empire, located at 330 Hillsborough St. in downtown Raleigh, has served customers for nearly three decades. It’s located in a restored Victorian-era home.
- Tripadvisor highlighted dishes like duck breast and scallops, along with the wine selection and knowledgeable staff. Fans have gone online to praise it as a go-to spot for date nights and anniversaries.
- Ristorante Paoletti in the mountain town of Highlands was the only other North Carolina restaurant on the list, taking the No. 1 spot.
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