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Bloomsbury Bistro vs Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern
Bloomsbury Bistro and Second Empire Restaurant are both rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Bloomsbury Bistro scores marginally better than Second Empire Restaurant. Bloomsbury Bistro comes in at #3 in Raleigh-Durham with positive reviews from 3 publications like Frommer's, Where and Gayot.
Bloomsbury Bistro
Frommer's
Gayot
Where
509 W Whitaker Mill Rd Ste 101, Raleigh, NC 27608
From $31 /night
Frommer's
"At Five Points, in the center of the city, chef John Toler offers a delightful cuisine that features a seasonal menu adjusted every 6 weeks to take advantage of what's fresh in the local markets."
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Gayot
14.0
"Tantalizing patrons for two decades, John Tolerâs creative menu is founded on classic French techniques."
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Where
"Equally satisfying whether diners linger over a five-course meal or sample appetizers with a glass of wine."
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Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern
Fodor's
Frommer's
Gayot
Where
330 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603
From $31 /night
Fodor's
"Wood paneling, muted lighting, and well-spaced tables make for an elegant dining experience in this restored 1879 house."
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Frommer's
"Among the restaurant's well-prepared menu items are buttermilk-fried quail and arugula salad, steamed local clams with penne pasta, pan-roasted halibut, and grilled Angus beef rib-eye."
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Gayot
13.0
"His menu changes frequently, offering such starters as a butternut squash and braised duck leg salad that includes roasted golden beets and kohlrabi, and a cioppino made with coastal Carolina shrimp."
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Where
"Secon Empire has been recognized by the AAA Four Diamond rating. Dining in the tavern is more casual, a lively spot for drinks or a relaxed meal featuring lighter fare."
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