Empire Caf��

The Empire Café combines a comfortable European atmosphere, fabulous food, and friendly service. From our wonderful breakfast and brunch menu to our exciting and original lunch and dinner entrees, we have something for everyone.

We're about mornings of cappuccino, frittatas, and our signature Italian Toast; lunches of Paninis and Chicken Florentine, and dinners of Chicken Parmesan and...

Large tables in the room to the right of the bar can be reserved for groups.

Depending on the weather, diners opt for the few indoor tables or the larger patio.

This place is as good as it gets for breakfast. I've never been disappointed. Everything look so good and they have different specials for different days. Empire cafe is really the perfect brunch and lunch spot.

This popular Montrose spot caters to locals lingering over lattes in the mornings and families who dine on pastas and pizzas later in the day. It’s counter service only, but standing in line lets you gaze at the array of cakes and cookies. Breakfast can be Irish oatmeal, frittatas, or a quesadilla of ham and fried eggs. There are plenty of sandwiches, soups and salads for lunch, and the dinner...

"On weekends the line goes down Westheimer" at this "popular" Montrose American in a former gas station best known for its "great breakfasts", coffee and "massive, rich desserts" served counter-style.

Empire Cafe cakes are like a preview to heaven. Their massive pieces of cake range from strawberry shortcake to chocolate Italian creme. Even better, Monday nights serve up slices of cake at half price. These rich cakes will leave you parched so help yourself to a wonderful cup of non-corporate coffee. Brunch is also delicious; show up early as there's always a line out the door.

In Short
The magic words: half-price cake night. Every Monday, you can sample a slice of pineapple-carrot, French chocolate or Toll House Cookie Crunch cake, among others, for half the...

Empire Cafe is a unique restaurant and coffee house, conveniently located in the beating heart of Montrose. Visit in the morning for a delicious breakfast and coffee on the run, or come by a little later for lunch with a client or a drink with friends on the patio.