The Empire at 138
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout
(419) 448-7733Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Cuisines
Contemporary American
- Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
- Phone number
(419) 448-7733
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress code
Business Casual
- Executive chef
Chris Demith
- Private party facilities
Private banquet room available for both personal and corporate customers. Call 419-448-7733 and ask for an event coordinator to plan for your next meeting.
- Private party contact
Michael Pinkston: (419) 618-0311
- Neighborhood
Tiffin
- Cross street
Madison Street
- Parking details
Street Parking
- Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Popular dishes
Menu
Starters
Artisan Meat & Cheese Board$17.95
A selection of artisanal meats and cheeses curated for The Empire. Served with house made preserves and a selection of crackers
Roasted Cauliflower Dip$9.95
Roasted cauliflower and roasted garlic pureed with Ohio white cheddar. Served with pita chips
Crab Cakes$16.95
A trio of delicious house-made crab cakes served with The Empire signature sauces
The Empire Trio$9.95
A trifecta of guacamole, hummus and romesco. Served with pita chips or veggies
Mussels Marinara$12.95
Fresh Mussels tossed in a zesty Arrabbiata sauce, and a drizzle of white wine served with garlic bread
Flatbreads
Roasted Mushroom and Gouda Cream Flatbread$13.95
Woodland mushrooms, sweet onions, and garlic roasted nestled in a decadent creamy cheese sauce atop a crispy flatbread. Topped with slivered green onions
Caprese Burrata Flatbread$13.95
Fresh burrata cheese melted onto crispy flatbread with heirloom tomatoes, pesto and fresh basil leaves
Roasted Duck Flatbread$14.95
Oven baked flatbread with a delicious fig sauce, caramelized onion, roasted duck, topped with goat cheese
Mediterranean Flatbread$13.95
Artichokes, spinach, pancetta flatbread on a creamy cheese sauce and finished with feta cheese
Sea
Seared Norwegian Salmon$27.95
Pan seared Norwegian Salmon topped with a tomato chutney, served over basmati rice and vegetables
Sea Scallops$28.95
Pan seared, served over wild grains with vegetables topped with a creamy lobster sauce
Shrimp Scampi$26.95
Lightly dusted large shrimp sauteed in our beurre blanc sauce with garlic, tomatoes and basil served in a bed of our angel hair pasta
Soups
Lion Bowl French Onion Soup
Slow roasted Vidalia onions simmered in beef stock and topped with puff pastry croutons and melted Gruyere cheese
- Cup$6.95
- Bowl$9.95
Seafood Bisque
Fresh seafood pureed in a creamy lobster base topped with fresh herbs
- Cup$8.95
- Bowl$11.95
Tomato Basil Soup
Slow cooked Roma tomatoes with fresh diced basil, onion and celery and a touch of heavy cream
- Cup$5.95
- Bowl$8.95
Salads
Add: Chicken $4.95, Steak $9.95, Shrimp $9.95, Salmon $7.95
Winter Chopped Salad$10.95
Hearty baby kale with roasted root vegetables, dried cranberries, walnuts and onion tossed in balsamic Dijon tahini dressing
Classic Cobb Salad$13.95
Grilled chicken breast, avocado, bacon, tomato, onion, gorgonzola with house-made buttermilk ranch dressing
The Empire Grilled Caesar Salad
Charred baby romaine, bacon, shaved Parmesan, red onion and Caesar dressing
- Small$6.95
- Large$9.95
House Salad
A fresh artisanal blend of greens topped with red onion, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese crumbles and roasted walnuts. Lightly dressed in a raspberry vinaigrette
- Small$5.95
- Large$8.95
Entrée
All entrées include warm bread and a house salad
Land
Filet Mignon
Center cut by hand filet accompanied by garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables
- MP
Stacked Prime Sirloin$31.95
Grilled center cut prime sirloin sitting atop a marinated grilled portabella mushroom, grilled tomato with goat cheese and mashed potatoes. Finished with a demi glaze and served with seasonal vegetables
Chicken Piccatta$17.95
Tender chicken breast sautéed in a lemon, garlic butter sauce with capers. Served with garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables
The Empire Burger$13.95
Half pound ground Black Angus burger grilled topped with Ohio white cheddar and house-made bacon onion relish on a soft brioche bun. Served with fries
- Herbed Chicken Breast$12.95
- Chipotle Black Bean Burger$12.95
Pork Madallions$25.95
Grilled tender pork medallions with a sweet and spicy plum sauce served with garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables
Pasta
Add: Chicken $4.95, Steak $9 95, Shrimp $9.95, Salmon $7.95
Seafood Arrabbiata$28.95
Scallops, shrimp, and mussels tossed with fresh linguine in a zesty tomato basil sauce
Spagehetti and Meatballs$21.95
Spaghetti tossed in a fresh tomato basil sauce topped with three large veal and sausage meatballs topped with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Linguini Vongole$24.95
Linguine with sauteed garlic, shallots, and little neck clams tossed in a white wine butter sauce
Empire Mac N Cheese$16.95
A delicious bake of penne and four cheeses topped with crispy breadcrumbs and fresh herbs
Ginger Rice Bowl$14.95
Sauteed seasonal vegetables over organic brown rice tossed with sesame ginger spice sauce
Sides
Garlic Mashed Potatoes$6.95
Roasted Seasonal Vegetables$5.95
Risotto$7.95
Parmesan Truffle Fries$4.95
Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta$6.95
What 747 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4.6Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Toledo / Northwest Ohio
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Good for Groups
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Value
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Romantic
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FAQs
The Empire at 138 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (419) 448-7733.
The Empire at 138 is rated 4.5 stars by 747 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout
(419) 448-7733138 South Washington St Tiffin, OH 44883
Additional information
- Cross street
Madison Street
- Neighborhood
Tiffin
- Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:15 pm
- Cuisines
Contemporary American
- Dining style
Casual Dining
- Dress code
Business Casual
- Parking details
Street Parking
- Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Executive chef
Chris Demith
- Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number
(419) 448-7733
- Private party facilities
Private banquet room available for both personal and corporate customers. Call 419-448-7733 and ask for an event coordinator to plan for your next meeting.
- Private party contact
Michael Pinkston: (419) 618-0311