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- Lunch Steaks
- Filet Mignon
- Au poivre sauce.
- Lunch Chicken
- Chicken Parmigiana
- Breaded sauteed in a marinara sauce, topped with Mozzarella cheese. Served with pasta.
- Chicken Francese
- Sauteed in an egg batter with lemon, white wine sauce. Served with pasta.
- Lunch Seafood
- Shrimp Scampi
- Jumbo shrimp sauteed with garlic and white wine lemon sauce, over a bed of white rice.
- Broiled Lobster Tail (10 Oz)
- A succulent 10 oz lobster tail, broiled to perfection, highlighting its natural sweetness and tender texture.
- Broiled Filet Of Salmon
- Served with mashed potato and sauteed broccoli.
- Lunch Starter Salads
- Mixed Green Salad
- Homemade vinaigrette dressing.
- Caesar Salad
- Homemade Caesar dressing.
- Fresh Mozzarella And Beefsteak Tomato Salad
- Sliced.
- Empire Salad
- Cherry Tomatoes, Green Apple, Cucumber, Red Onions & Blue Cheese Dressing
- Lunch Entrée Salads
- Strips Of Filet Mignon Salad
- Over caesar or mixed green salad.
- Grilled Shrimp Salad
- Over caesar or mixed green salad.
- Grilled Chicken Salad
- Over caesar or mixed green salad.
- Dinner Appetizers
- Maryland Crab Cake
- Lump and Jumbo Crab Meat mixed with bread crumbs, roasted peppers, and onions, which is then fried and then topped with a house seafood sauce.
- Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Cocktail
- Fresh jumbo lump crab meat served with cocktail sauce, garnished with lemon and parsley.
- Empire's Hot Platter
- Shrimp scampi, stuffed mushrooms, and baked clams.
- Sesame Seared Tuna
- Sesame Crusted Tuna pan-seared in olive oil, sliced, served with ginger, seaweed and wasabi. Homemade soy sauce served on the side
- 6 Fresh Oysters On The 1/2 Shell
- Six fresh oysters served on the half shell, accompanied by lemon wedges and cocktail sauce.
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
- 4 pieces. Chilled Shrimp served with Cocktail Sauce.
- Grilled Octopus
- Served over sautéed spinach, capers, cherry peppers in olive oil.
- Fried Calamari
- Rings of squid battered and fried, served with marinara sauce and lemon.
- Sizzling Canadian Bacon
- Extra thick by the slice.
- Seafood Platter
- Per person. includes a 1/2 lobster, jumbo shrimp, and jumbo lump crab meat.
- 6 Baked Clams
- Cooked in a white wine lemon sauce and covered with breadcrumbs.
- Tuna Tartare
- Chopped raw tuna served over guacamole with a teriyaki soy sauce on top and seaweed on the side.
- 6 Little Neck Clams On The 1/2 Shell
- Clams are opened and served on the half shell with a side of cocktail sauce.
- Empire Crab Cake
- Lump and Jumbo Crab Meat mixed with bread crumbs, served roasted peppers sauce
- 6 Baked Clams
- Cooked in a white wine lemon sauce and covered with breadcrumbs.
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
- 4 pieces. Chilled Shrimp served with Cocktail Sauce.
- Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Cocktail
- Tender chunks of jumbo lump crab meat served with fresh lettuce, a lemon wedge, and a side of cocktail sauce.
- Tuna Tartare
- Chopped raw tuna served over guacamole with a teriyaki soy sauce on top and seaweed on the side.
- Sizzling Canadian Bacon
- Extra thick by the slice.
- Grilled Octopus
- Served over white bean puree
- 6 Fresh Oysters On The 1/2 Shell
- Plump oysters on the half shell, accompanied by lemon wedges and microgreens, served with a side of tangy cocktail sauce.
- Dinner Soup
- French Onion Soup
- A beef stock soup with caramelized onions and a slice of garlic bread inside with mozzarella cheese melted over the top.
- Soup Of The Day
- A hearty blend of diced vegetables in a savory broth, seasoned with herbs.
- Lobster Bisque Soup
- A creamy soup with tender lobster chunks, garnished with fresh chives and a delicate orchid.
- Soup Of The Day
- A hearty vegetable soup with diced carrots, zucchini, and green beans in a rich tomato broth, garnished with a fresh flower.
- Lobster Bisque Soup
- Rich and creamy lobster bisque with succulent lobster pieces, garnished with fresh chives and a delicate zucchini blossom.
- Lunch Surf and Turf
- Lunch Surf And Turf
- 8 oz. Lobster tail and 8 oz. filet mignon.
- 3-Course Manhattan Menu
- 3-course Manhattan Menu
- Enjoy your selection of favorite dishes at an incredible price! A 3-course menu with various options for starters, entrees and desserts! This is your Manhattan Summer Taste, only at Empire!
- Lunch Hamburgers
- The Empire Burger
- 10 oz. Served with lettuce, tomato, onion and steak fries.
- American Wagyu Burger
- 10 oz. Served with lettuce, tomato, onion and steak fries.
- Lunch Pasta
- Pappardelle Bolognese
- Ribbon pasta in a meat sauce.
- Lobster Ravioli
- Served in a light pink sauce.
- Penne With Mixed Vegetables
- Served in a marinara sauce or garlic and oil.
- Truffled Mac And Cheese
- Served with truffle oil.
- Empire Seafood Pasta
- Sauteed calamari, shrimp, clams and fish of the day in a white wine tomato sauce over linguini.
- Spaghetti With Clams
- In a white wine or red sauce.
- Porcini Mushroom Ravioli
- Served in a mushroom sauce.
- Lunch Appetizers
- Fried Calamari
- Rings of squid battered and fried, served with marinara sauce and lemon.
- Seared Sesame Tuna
- Yellow fin tuna pan-seared to the desired temperature, and sliced. served with empire special sauce.
- Fresh Oysters On The 1/2 Shell
- 1/2 dozen.
- Tuna Tartare
- Chopped raw tuna served over guacamole with a teriyaki soy sauce on top and seaweed on the side.
- Baked Clams
- 1/2 dozen.
- Lunch Soups
- Lunch French Onion Soup
- Caramelized onion broth topped with a melted cheese crust.
- Lunch Soup Of The Day
- Please call restaurant for today's selection.
- Restaurant Week Lunch Menu
- Restaurant Week Lunch Menu
- This dish typically includes a selection of burgers, offering a variety of toppings and sauces, served on breads.
- Dinner American Wagyu Burger
- American Wagyu Burger
- 10 oz. Served with French fries, lettuce and tomato.
- Dinner Seafood
- Maryland Crab Cakes
- Lump and Jumbo Crab Meat mixed with bread crumbs, roasted peppers, and onions, which is then fried and then topped with a house seafood sauce.
- Grilled Octopus
- Served over spinach, cherry peppers and capers in garlic and oil.
- Grilled Branzino
- Whole Mediterranean bass served with garlic, parsley, capers and olive oil.
- Seared Sesame Tuna
- Yellowfin Tuna coated with sesame seeds, pan-seared to desired temperature and sliced.
- Broiled Chilean Sea Bass
- Broiled sea bass with a touch of homemade white wine and soy sauce.
- Broiled Salmon
- Broiled 12-14 oz cut of salmon filet.
- Surf And Turf
- 8 oz. filet mignon and 12 oz. lobster tail.
- Shrimp Scampi
- Sautéed with garlic and white wine lemon sauce and over rice.
- Lobster Tail
- 14 oz Lobster Tail (Lobster from Maine).
- Broiled Chilean Sea Bass
- Broiled sea bass with a touch of homemade white wine and soy sauce.
- Grilled Branzino
- Whole Mediterranean bass served with garlic, parsley, capers and olive oil.
- Shrimp Scampi
- Sautéed with garlic and white wine lemon sauce and over rice.
- Empire Crab Cakes
- Lump and Jumbo Crab Meat mixed with bread crumbs, served with roasted peppers sauce
- Grilled Octopus
- Served over white bean cream puree
- Surf And Turf
- 8 oz. filet mignon and 12 oz. lobster tail.
- Broiled Salmon
- Broiled 12-14 oz cut of salmon filet.
- Lobster Tail
- 14 oz Lobster Tail (Lobster from Maine).
- Surf And Turf With Shrimp
- ( 8 oz. filet mignon & 2 grilledjumbo shrimps)
- Dinner Salads
- Empire's Salad
- tomatoes, red onions, bell peppers, dry blueberries, almonds, parsley, bue cheese dressing & shrimp.
- Hearts Of Lettuce Salad
- Tomatoes, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Dry Blueberries, Almonds, Parsley, Blue Cheese Dressing & Shrimp)
- Buffalo Mozzarella And Beefsteak Tomatoes Salad
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Caesar Salad
- Romaine lettuce cut in inch and baked croutons tossed with grated Parmesan cheese and homemade Caesar dressing. Topped with shaved parmesan cheese.
- Burrata Salad
- Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic
- Mixed Green Salad
- Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Parmesan Cheese, Dry Blueberries, Served with Homemade Vinaigrette Dressing
- Burrata Salad
- Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic
- Buffalo Mozzarella And Beefsteak Tomatoes Salad
- Sliced beefsteak tomatoes and mozzarella “sandwiched” in between. The mozzarella cheese is made with 100% pasteurized whole milk.
- Mixed Green Salad
- Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Parmesan Cheese, Dry Blueberries, Served with Homemade Vinaigrette Dressing
- Caesar Salad
- Romaine lettuce cut in inch and baked croutons tossed with grated Parmesan cheese and homemade Caesar dressing. Topped with shaved parmesan cheese.
- Hearts Of Lettuce Salad
- Cherry Tomatoes, Green Apple, Cucumber, Red Onions & Blue Cheese Dressing
- Empire's Salad
- Tomatoes, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Dry Blueberries, Almonds, Parsley, Blue Cheese Dressing & Shrimp
- Dinner Steak and Chops
- American Wagyu Tomahawk Steak For Two.
- from snake river farms.
- Porterhouse Steak For 3
- Tender filet mignon between two juicy sirloin steaks to the right and to the left. cooked to perfection to the desired temperature. perfect for family dinner.
- Filet Mignon
- Au Poivre Sauce
- Prime New York Sirloin Steak
- High marbling, juciy and tender. cooked to perfection to the desired temperature. one of the crowd's favorites.
- Cajun Bone-in Rib-eye Steak
- Cajun seasoned bone-in rib-eye. Available in family or regular size. Choose meat temperature: medium to well done.
- Porterhouse Steak For 2
- The perfect steak to share. delicious sirloin in one side and tender filet mignon in the other
- The Empire Filet For 2
- The perfect steak to share, tenderloin super lean.
- Bone-in Rib-eye Steak
- One of the crowd's favorites. deliciously seasoned and dry aged. cooked to perfection to the desired temperature.
- Porterhouse Steak For 4
- Porterhouse Steak for 4 - Serves four. Choice of meat temperature: medium, medium rare, medium well, rare, well done.
- Emperors Steak For 2
- Deliciously grilled to the desired temperature
- Double Cut Rack Of Lamb
- Brown Mint Sauce
- Bone-in Rib-eye Steak
- One of the crowd's favorites. deliciously seasoned and dry aged. cooked to perfection to the desired temperature.
- Emperors Steak For 2
- Deliciously grilled to the desired temperature
- Porterhouse Steak For 3
- Tender filet mignon between two juicy sirloin steaks to the right and to the left. cooked to perfection to the desired temperature. perfect for family dinner.
- Porterhouse Steak For 4
- Porterhouse steak for four, choice of meat temperature ranging from rare to well done.
- Filet Mignon
- (au poivre sauce) tender and dry aged in our own chambers. cooked to perfection to the desired temperature.
- Porterhouse Steak For 2
- The perfect steak to share. delicious sirloin in one side and tender filet mignon in the other
- Double Cut Rack Of Lamb
- 6 ribs from the rack. grilled to the desired temperature, delicious and tender. served with brown mint jelly sauce.
- American Wagyu Tomahawk Steak For Two
- Exclusive cut and quality. a5 high marbling steak. dry aged to perfection, seasoned and grilled to the desired temperature.
- Beef Short Rib
- Tender Beef Short Rib braised in a sweet wine sauce and served with rice and green peas
- Family Style Burgers and Sandwiches
- Chicken Sandwich
- Crispy chicken nestled in a warm bun
- Burger & Sandwich Combo
- A combination of a burger and sandwich, typically featuring a beef patty, various toppings like lettuce, tomato, onions, and a special sauce, served alongside a complementary sandwich selection.
- Empire Burger
- 10 oz - served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and steak fries. cheese optional.
- Empire Sliders
- Empire sliders: Mini burgers, choice of meat temperature from medium to well done. Served family style.
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- Grilled chicken on a bun with tasty toppings, a lip-smacking treat
- Steak Sandwich
- Grilled steak served on bread, typically includes lettuce, tomato, and a variety of sauces such as BBQ or aioli.
- Chicken Caesar Wrap
- Tender chicken and crisp romaine in creamy Caesar dressing, wrapped snugly.
- Vegetable Wrap
- Grilled vegetables and a blend of cheeses, typically including options like feta or Swiss, wrapped in a soft tortilla with a hint of pesto or hummus for added flavor.
- Burger & Sandwich Combo
- A pairing of a classic burger and sandwich, typically includes a beef patty, lettuce, tomato, and onion on a bun, accompanied by a simple sandwich with complementary fillings.
- Empire Burger
- 10 oz - served with lettuce, tomato, onion, and steak fries. cheese optional.
- Empire Sliders
- Empire sliders: choice of meat temperature, served in a family-friendly portion.
- Steak Sandwich
- Steak Sandwich: Sliced steak with choice of temperature from medium to rare, sandwiched in fresh bread.
- Vegetable Wrap
- Grilled eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and onions, typically includes hummus and mixed greens, wrapped in a soft tortilla.
- Drinks
- Cappuccino
- Regular and decaffeinated.
- Espresso
- Regular and decaffeinated.
- Irish Coffee
- Finely ground coffee beans simmered in water with sugar, traditionally served in a small cup allowing grounds to settle.
- Coffee And Tea
- Regular and decaffeinated.
- Irish Coffee
- A finely ground coffee prepared with water and sugar, traditionally served in a cezve for a strong and unfiltered experience.
- Coffee And Tea
- Regular and decaffeinated.
- Cappuccino
- Regular and decaffeinated.
- Beverages
- 1 Liter Mineral Water
- 1 liter of mineral water, served in a bottle for hydration.
- Bottle Of Soda
- Bottle of soda available in club soda, coke, diet coke, sprite options.
- 1 Liter Mineral Water
- Pure and simple, a 1-liter bottle of mineral water to keep you hydrated.
- Bottle Of Soda
- Bottle of soda available in club soda, coke, diet coke, sprite.
- Family Style Entrees
- Maryland Crab Cakes
- Lump and jumbo crab meat mixed with bread crumbs, roasted peppers, and onions, which is then fried and then topped with a house seafood sauce.
- Grilled Octopus
- served over Spinach, Cherry Peppers and Capers in garlic and oil
- Empire’s Seafood Pasta
- Sautéed Calamari, Shrimp, Clams & Fish of the Day in White Wine Tomato Sauce
- Broiled Salmon
- Broiled 12-14 oz cut of salmon filet.
- Gnocchi Pesto
- House-made gnocchi tossed in a fresh basil pesto sauce, typically includes roasted tomatoes and grated parmesan cheese.
- Lobster Ravioli
- Served in a Pink Brandy Sauce
- Chicken Parmigiana
- Served with Pasta
- Shrimp Scampi
- Sautéed with garlic and white wine lemon sauce and over rice.
- Pappardelle Bolognese
- Homemade pappardelle pasta in a homemade meat sauce.
- Gnocchi Pesto
- House-made gnocchi served with a rich basil pesto sauce, often garnished with parmesan cheese.
- Family Style Appetizers
- Grilled Octopus
- Served over sautéed spinach, capers, cherry peppers in olive oil.
- Fried Calamari
- Rings of squid battered and fried, served with marinara sauce and lemon.
- Sizzling Canadian Bacon
- Extra Thick By The Slice
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
- 4 pieces. chilled shrimp served with cocktail sauce.
- Maryland Crab Cake
- Lump and jumbo crab meat mixed with bread crumbs, roasted peppers, and onions, which is then fried and then topped with a house seafood sauce.
- Baked Clams
- Cooked in a white wine lemon sauce and covered with breadcrumbs.
- Dinner Pasta and Poultry
- Lobster Ravioli
- Served in a pink brandy sauce.
- Chicken Parmigiana
- Served with pasta.
- Empire's Seafood Pasta
- Sautéed calamari, shrimp, clams and fish of the day in white wine tomato sauce.
- Pappardelle Bolognese
- Homemade pappardelle pasta in a homemade meat sauce.
- A Bronx Tail
- Lobster tail, clams, shrimp, in a light spicy tomato sauce. Served with homemade fettuccine.
- Empire Ragu Pasta
- (homemade filet mignon ragù sauce sautéed with rigatoni pasta)
- Lobster Ravioli
- Served in a pink brandy sauce.
- Chicken Parmigiana
- Served with pasta.
- A Bronx Tale
- Lobster tail, clams, shrimp, in a light spicy tomato sauce. Served with homemade fettuccine.
- Family style Side Dishes
- Sautéed Mushrooms
- Sautéed mushrooms with a blend of herbs, lightly browned and tender.
- Fried Onion Rings
- Fried rings of onions, battered in a flour/buttermilk mix.
- Peas And Onions
- Diced onions mixed with green peas and sautéed.
- Broccoli
- Sautéed or Steamed
- Sautéed Onions
- Sautéed with olive oil and garlic until golden brown and almost caramelized in texture.
- Mashed Potato
- Mashed potatoes into a thick and creamy texture.
- Creamed Spinach
- Cooked to a creamy texture with a mixture of homemade ingredients.
- Asparagus
- Sauteed or steamed.
- Steak Fries
- Thicker and longer cut french fries.
- Empire Home Fries
- Sliced potatoes, seasoned and pan-fried to a golden brown.
- Mac And Cheese
- Comes with truffle oil.
- Sautéed Mushrooms
- Sautéed mushrooms with a hint of garlic and herbs, offering a savory and earthy flavor.
- Empire Home Fries
- Golden, crispy potato slices seasoned and cooked to perfection.
- Dinner Vegetables
- Creamed Spinach
- Cooked to a creamy texture with a mixture of homemade ingredients.
- Sautéed Spinach
- Spinach sautéed with garlic and extra virgin olive oil.
- Asparagus
- Sautéed or steamed.
- Sautéed Mushrooms
- Sautéed mushrooms offered in family size and regular. Ideal for dinner vegetable accompaniment.
- Fried Onion Rings
- Fried rings of onions, battered in a flour/buttermilk mix.
- Peas And Onions
- Diced onions mixed with green peas and sautéed.
- Broccoli
- Sautéed or steamed.
- Sautéed Onions
- Sautéed with olive oil and garlic until golden brown and almost caramelized in texture.
- Sauteed Peas And Onions
- with caramelized onions.
- Asparagus
- Sautéed or steamed.
- Sautéed Mushrooms
- Mushrooms sautéed to perfection. Available in regular or family size.
- Sautéed Peas And Onions
- Diced onions mixed with green peas and sautéed.
- Dinner Potatoes
- Mashed Potato
- Mashed potatoes into a thick and creamy texture.
- Empire Home Fries For 2
- Sliced baked potatoes sautéed with onions.
- Steak Fries
- Thicker and longer cut French fries.
- Jumbo Baked Potato
- Steamy delicious baked potato
- Mac And Cheese
- Comes with truffle oil.
- Mac And Cheese
- Comes with truffle oil.
- Family Style Salads
- Burrata Salad
- Cherry tomatoes and roasted peppers topped with olive oil.
- Buffalo Mozzarella And Beefsteak Tomatoes Salad
- Sliced. Choice of dressing.
- Mixed Green Salad
- Homemade vinaigrette dressing.
- Caesar Salad
- Homemade dressing.
- Family Style Steaks & Chops
- The Empire Filet
- A tender and succulent filet steak, expertly seasoned and grilled, typically accompanied by a selection of classic steakhouse garnishes.
- Tomahawk Steak
- Tomahawk steak, choice of meat temperature ranging from rare to well done.
- Porterhouse Steak
- Porterhouse steak with customizable meat temperature from medium to well-done. Available in sizes for individuals up to groups of four.
- Emperors Steak
- Emperors Steak: Selection of temperatures - from rare to well done. Served family style.
- Filet Mignon
- Au Poivre Sauce
- Rib Eye Steak
- Juicy ribeye steak with options for meat temperature from rare to well done.
- Cajun Bone-in Ribeye Steak
- Cajun-spiced, bone-in ribeye. Select meat temperature: medium to well done.
- Porterhouse Steak
- Porterhouse steak: choice of meat temperature from medium, medium rare to well done.
- Emperors Steak
- Emperors steak: Customizable meat temperature options, including medium, rare, and well done.
- Rib Eye Steak
- Rib eye steak with options for meat temperature including medium, medium rare, to well done.
- Cajun Bone-in Ribeye Steak
- Cajun bone-in ribeye steak, seasoned with spicy mix. Choose from: medium, medium rare, medium well, rare, well done.
- The Empire Filet
- A premium cut of filet mignon, seasoned and grilled, often served with a complementary sauce to enhance its rich flavors.
- Tomahawk Steak
- Tomahawk steak, choice of meat temperature: from rare to well done.
- Desserts
- Chocolate Lava Cake
- A la mode additional charge.
- Pecan Pie
- A la mode additional charge.
- Carrot Cake
- Moist carrot cake layered with cream cheese icing, garnished with fresh fruit and a mint leaf.
- Chocolate Mousse Cake
- A slice of chocolate mousse cake accompanied by fresh strawberries and a blackberry, garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar and mint.
- Apple Strudel
- A la mode additional charge.
- New York Cheesecake
- A slice of New York cheesecake accompanied by fresh strawberries, blackberries, a dollop of whipped cream, and a drizzle of fruit coulis.
- Tartufo
- Vanilla and Chocolate
- Ice Cream
- Vanilla or chocolate.
- Tiramisu
- Layered Italian dessert with mascarpone cheese, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, dusted with cocoa powder, garnished with fresh mint and berries.
- Sorbet
- Raspberry or Lemon
- Key Lime Pie
- Classic Key Lime Pie with a tangy citrus filling, a buttery crust, and a dollop of whipped cream.
- Mississippi Mud Cake
- Rich chocolate cake layered with fudge and topped with chocolate shavings, accompanied by fresh strawberry slices and a dollop of whipped cream.
- Limoncello Mascarpone Cake
- A slice of limoncello mascarpone cake accompanied by a dollop of whipped cream, garnished with a fresh lemon twist and a mint leaf.
- Ny Apple Crumb Cake
- A slice of apple crumb cake accompanied by a dollop of whipped cream and fresh strawberry slices.
- Tartufo
- Vanilla and chocolate
- Tiramisu
- Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, rich mascarpone cheese, and a dusting of cocoa powder.
- Carrot Cake
- Chocolate Mousse Cake
- Rich chocolate mousse cake topped with fresh strawberries, a blackberry, whipped cream, and a sprig of mint, garnished with a dusting of powdered sugar.
- New York Cheesecake
- Creamy cheesecake slice garnished with fresh strawberries, blackberries, mint leaves, and a dollop of whipped cream, dusted with powdered sugar.
- Tartufo
- Vanilla and Chocolate
- Key Lime Pie
- Ny Apple Crumb Cake
- Mississippi Mud Cake
- Limoncello Mascarpone Cake
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