Private Parties & Events

Empress Tavern is a place like no other. Intimately lit and beautifully decorated, our subterranean dining room is the perfect spot for your next event or celebration.


Our menu is a modern take on a Hofbrau and uses the best ingredients that our region has to offer. In our bar, you will find a gin-centered craft cocktail program, a unique wine list, and delicious beers from breweries both local and far-flung. ๏ปฟ

The Queen's Oamkase

Have one of our award winning chefs create a menu just for your group, tailored to your likes, desires, and the best ingredients available that day. Past diners have enjoyed seafood bars, handmade pastas, whole suckling pigs, and favorite dishes from childhood. Design the meal of your dreams or let our kitchen go wild. You might just find yourself gnawing on a turkey leg.

Starts at $90 per person

Cocktail Parties

From sliders & wedge potaotes to oysters & charcuterie, our small bites menu has a range of snacks for every type of party. 

Menus start around $20 per person

full bar available

Family Style

Enjoy a multi-course menus of Empress favorites, served family style for passing and sharing. 

Lunches at $25 per person
Diners at $45 per person

Chef's Table

The best seats in the house. Our semi-private chef’s table has a view into the kitchen so you can watch the magic. Ideal for the Queen’s Omakase, an intimate party, or a business dinner.

Seats up to 12

Bar & Lounge

Our beautiful lounge, with a backdrop of striking orchid wallpapers, is the perfect spot to enjoy small bites and cocktails. Great for mixers, VIP receptions, and fundraisers.

Standing room for 60

Main Dining Room

For medium or larger groups, our main dining room can be sectioned off with or without privacy screens.

Seats up to 150

Standing room for 200

Booths

Located along the back wall and ensconced with brick, these tables offer more privacy while still being able experience the buzz and bustle of the restaurant. A great location for a small group celebrating with a special menu.

Seats 2 to 6

Reservable with the Queen's Omakase

Crest Theater

The historic Crest Theater is available for rent with catering from Empress Tavern or Mother. Great for movie screenings, weddings, meetings, fundraisers, or once in a lifetime dinners on the Crest Stage. 

Space varies; Please inquire