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Empire Restaurant in Southport is a delightful haven for Chinese cuisine enthusiasts. Nestled at 11-13 Nevill St, this establishment features an enticing all-you-can-eat buffet on Sundays, offering an expansive selection that promises to cater to diverse palates. Caroline Stott praises its generous portions and impressive variety, noting that there truly is something for everyone.
The atmosphere, while not heavily themed, was mentioned by Tomas Rajnoha as an area for improvement, albeit the food quality remains a highlight. Diners like Susan Hamilton and Gary Clay rave about the exceptional value for money, consistency in service, and the welcoming demeanor of the staff. It’s clear that each visit is a positive experience, marked by attentive service and delicious dishes.
Sally Robinson’s encounter showcases the buffet’s offerings, featuring chicken, pork, and a selection of prawn and vegetable dishes—though she notes a desire for more meat options. The staff's quick attention to clearing tables adds to the overall pleasant dining experience. With its combination of fantastic food and accommodating service, Empire Restaurant shines as a must-visit destination in Southport for lovers of Chinese fare.
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Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
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Reviews for Empire Restaurant
Review highlights
Based on 711 reviewsEmpire Restaurant is consistently praised for its generous portions and diverse menu offerings, particularly highlighted during its popular all-you-can-eat Sunday buffet. Customers appreciate the variety of dishes that cater to different tastes, though some note occasional limitations in meat options. The quality of the food is frequently described as excellent, aligning with the restaurant’s good value for money. Service is a notable strength, with staff recognized for being attentive, welcoming, and efficient. While the overall atmosphere is generally positive, some feedback suggests the dining environment could benefit from enhancements to better reflect the restaurant’s thematic focus. Overall, Empire Restaurant is regarded as a reliable choice for satisfying Chinese cuisine combined with friendly service and value, encouraging repeat visits from patrons.
Great food and plenty of it. On a Sunday there is all you can eat buffet lunch. The range of dishes is amazing. There is something for everyone. You can go up as many times as you want. The staff are great.
Great food. Atmosphere could be slightly better, more thematic
Absolutely brilliant, good value, service and food. Been a few times and everything is always top class. Staff are wonderful and welcoming. Thank you for a good meal.
Fantastic food,helpful staff and great value for money.
Visited on a recommendation. Food was good, on the buffet only chicken and pork meat dishes available the day we went, no beef etc. Although there was some prawn and vegetable dishes to choose from also. A fair range of food accompaniments to go with above dishes. Service was good. Staff were swift in removing empty used plates. Look forward trying here again.
Me and my partner come here every couple of weeks or when we can and the food is delicious we go for the all you can eat buffet which is 17.50 each. My partner loves the duck with pancakes and I like the vermicelli with cheese and chicken rolls with the chicken balls there is plenty to use from. There is also an ice cream station which is nice and it is by far worth the money,the staff are very nice and helpful nothing is a problem for them very attentive they have recognised that me and my partner are regulars give this a try you will not be disappointed.
I had the Early Bird Special with some friends and it was delicious! The pork pring rolls are so juicy, then had the chicken friend rice which you can never go wrong with. To top it off, a lovely vanilla ice cream with a wafer. Very friendly and helpful staff and a favourite place to go.
Got a takeaway, salt and pepper chicken and salt and pepper chips, nice big portions and cooked to perfection, the mixed starter is also excellent ,would definitely recommend and return
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 12:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Tuesday 12:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Wednesday 12:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Thursday 12:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Friday 12:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday 12:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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