Empire Café Menu

Located at 1732 Westheimer Rd in Houston, TX, Empire Café Menu offers a delightful mix of fresh, flavorful dishes in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast, a light lunch, or something savory for dinner, the menu has something to satisfy every taste. From their signature salads and sandwiches to indulgent desserts and expertly crafted coffee, each dish is prepared with quality ingredients and care. The laid-back ambiance makes it the perfect spot for casual dining with friends, family, or even for a quick solo bite. No matter what you choose, Empire Café's menu promises a delicious and satisfying experience every time.

Starters

Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Served with pita & corn tortilla chips, carrots, and celery sticks.
US$9.95
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Served with pita & corn chips, cucumbers, carrots, and celery sticks.
US$9.95
Avocado Brushetta Bites
Focaccia bread with mashed avocado, sauteed cherry tomatoes, shallots, garlic, feta cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, fresh basil with a balsamic glaze.
US$9.95
Empire Lettuce Wrap
Grilled chicken marinated in a peanut sauce topped with tomatoes, red bell peppers, green onions, and sprinkled with roasted crushed peanuts.
US$9.95

Pizzas

Margarita
Roma tomatoes, olive oil, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.
US$13.95
Buffalo Pizza
Wing sauce, chicken, bacon, mozzarella, and cheddar, drizzled with ranch dressing.
US$13.95
Create Your Own Pizza
Choose up to three items.
US$13.95
Texas Ranch
ranch sauce, chicken, bacon, tomatoes, mozzarella and cheddar cheese
US$13.95
Nutty Chicken
marinara sauce, chicken, cashews, spinach, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese
US$13.95
The Mediterranean
spinach, tomatoes, red onions, fresh mushrooms, artichoke hearts, marinara sauce, feta and mozzarella cheese
US$13.95
Americano
Italian sausage, pepperoni, red onions, mushrooms, mixed bell peppers, black olives, marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
US$13.95
Hawaiian Sunrise
ham, pineapple, roasted cashews, sun-dried cranberries, marinara sauce mozzarella and cheddar cheese
US$13.95
Meat Cheese Deluxe
marinara sauce, ham, chicken, sausage, pepperoni, bacon and mozzarella cheese
US$13.95
BBQ Chicken
BBQ sauce, roasted chicken, red onions, bacon, roasted corn, cheddar and mozzarella cheese
US$13.95
Cheese
marinara sauce, mozzarella and parmesan cheese
US$11.95
Alfredo
alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, mushrooms, spinach and mozzarella cheese
US$13.95

Desserts

Cookie Plate
A dozen butter sugar coffee cookies.
US$2.50
Two Cookies
We offer four different cookie selections: Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter, Oatmeal Raisin, and Oatmeal Walnut Raisin.
US$2.95
Cookie
Chocolate chip, peanut butter, or oatmeal
US$1.95
Slice Of Cake
Please call for available selections. 713-528-5282
US$9.50
Whole Cake
Please call for our daily selections. 713-528-5282
US$85.00
Blackout Cake
Rich, dark chocolate cake filled & iced with bittersweet chocolate shavings and fudge icing.
US$9.50
Tollhouse Crunch
Yellow cake filled & iced with creamy milk chocolate frosting and chocolate chips. Garnished with brown sugar.
US$9.50
Carrot Cake
Spice cake with carrots and walnuts; filled & iced with cream cheese frosting. Garnished with walnuts.
US$9.50
Strawberry Cake
Moist strawberry cake filled & iced with butter cream frosting. Garnished with white chocolate shavings.
US$9.50

Coffees & Espressos

Espresso Granita (16 Oz.)
Frozen espresso drink made in house. Whole milk, sugar, and espresso.
US$5.95
Almond Joy
Latte with almond and chocolate syrup
US$5.95
Empire Java
Iced latte with cream and almond syrup.
US$5.95
Americano
Espresso with water.
US$3.50
Cappuccino
One third espresso, one third steamed milk, one third foam.
US$3.95
Café Latte
16oz 2/3 steamed milk, 1/3 espresso and foam.
US$4.75
Café Au Lait
Half house blend coffee, half steamed milk.
US$3.95
Matcha Latte
Matcha with whole milk. Can be prepared hot or iced.
US$6.25
House Coffee
Roasts available: House, Guatemalan, or Texas Pecan.
US$3.25
Milky Way
Iced espresso with caramel, hazelnut, and chocolate syrup and cream.
US$5.95
Cortado
Espresso with warm milk.
US$3.95
Cold Brewed Coffee (16 Oz.)
Small batch cold brewed coffee.
US$3.95
Macchiato
Espresso with a dollop of foam.
US$3.50
Sugar Daddy
Latte with cream, caramel, and hazelnut syrup.
US$5.95
Café Mocha
Espresso, steamed milk, chocolate, and foam.
US$5.50
Chai Latte (16 Oz.)
Chai with steamed milk.
US$4.95
Espresso
Velvet espresso
US$1.95
Flat White
Espresso, steamed milk and microfoam
US$3.95
Matcha
Marcha with steamed milk
US$6.25

Sandwiches

Empire Chicken Salad Wrap
Homemade chopped chicken salad wrapped in a spinach tortilla with romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado.
US$13.95
Empire Turkey Club
Hand-carved oven roasted turkey, mashed avocado, applewood smoked bacon, garlic aioli, tomatoes, organic mixed greens, and red onions on multi-grain bread.
US$13.95
Portabella
Grilled portabella mushroom, roasted red and yellow peppers, organic mixed greens with chipotle aioli on a jalapeño cheddar sourdough.
US$12.95
Cheeseburger
BUCKHEAD PRIDE half pound beef patty, apple smoked bacon, pepper jack cheese, red onions, tomatoes, pickles and lettuce with roasted garlic aioli on brioche bread
US$15.95
Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad Wrap
Romaine lettuce, red cabbage, grilled chicken, roasted corn, red onions, cherry tomatoes, black beans, avocado, feta cheese and tortilla strips tossed in cilantro lime vinaigrette wrapped in a spinach tortilla
US$13.95
Not Fried Chicken
Baked breaded chicken, red onions, tomatoes, pepper jack cheese, and organic mixed greens with chipotle aioli on jalapeño cheddar sourdough.
US$13.95
Hickory Burger
Buckhead Pride half pound beef patty, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, onions, cabbage and hickory sauce
US$15.95

Breakfast All Day

Acai Bowl
acai blended with bananas, peanut butter, house made granola, coconut, chia seeds, honey & assorted fresh fruits GF
US$13.95
El Paso Migas
Four scrambled eggs with chorizo sausage, tomatoes, red onions, corn tortilla chips, white and yellow cheddar cheese topped with pico de gallo, guacamole and sour cream. Add white egg for an additional charge.
US$13.95
Traditional
Two eggs the way you like them, two pieces of bacon, whole wheat toast, breakfast potatoes and fresh fruit. Add white egg for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase you risk food borne illness. Eggs are cooked to order, soft yolk eggs may increase your chance of foodborne Illness.
US$13.95
Huevos Rancheros
two over medium eggs with house made salsa ranchera, black beans, roasted corn, avocado, feta cheese and corn tortilla chips Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase you risk food borne illness. Eggs are cooked to order, soft yolk eggs may increase your chance of foodborne Illness.
US$13.95
Traditional Chicken & Waffles
Your choice of waffle (regular, multigrain or gingerbread) your choice of baked or fried chicken, an over easy egg, berries and a side of syrup. Add white egg for an additional charge. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase you risk food borne illness. Eggs are cooked to order, soft yolk eggs may increase your chance of foodborne Illness.
US$14.95
Create Your Own Omelet (Up To 4 Items)
Served with breakfast potatoes and fresh fruit. Add white egg for an additional charge.
US$13.95
Croissant Breakfast Sandwich
Scrambled eggs, bacon, yellow & white cheddar cheese, tomatoes, avocado smash, crema on a croissant with fresh fruit. Add white egg for an additional charge.
US$13.95
Empire Chicken @ Waffles
savory waffles made with roasted corn, applewood smoked bacon, spinach and smoked gouda cheese then topped with crispy chicken & sriracha aioli
US$14.95
Italian Toast
“French toast” made with rustic italian bread topped with mixed berries
US$13.95

Pastas

Napoli
Linguini with sautéed shrimp, onions, and garlic in pecan sun-dried tomato cream sauce.
US$14.95
Penne Vodka
Penne with sautéed red onions, crimini mushrooms, prosciutto, green peas in a pink vodka sauce.
US$14.50
Fiorenza
Fettuccine with grilled chicken and broccoli in a roasted garlic cream sauce.
US$14.95
Rustica
Penne with Italian sausage, onions, garlic, spicy marinara, and fresh basil.
US$14.95

Hot Tea

Earl Greyer
Fine black tea blended with natural oil of bergamot
US$3.25
British Breakfast
Finest quality black tea blend
US$3.25
Ginseng Peppermint (Herbal)
Cinnamon, echinacea, ginseng, peppermint, licorice and other caffeine-free herbs
US$3.25
Green Tea
Unblended china green tea
US$3.25
Blackberry Sage
Fruity black tea blended with herbs
US$3.25
Earl Greyer (Decal)
Fine naturally decaffeinated black tea blended with natural oil of bergamot
US$3.25
Ginger Peach
Fine black tea blended with spices and natural flavors
US$3.25
Cardamon Cinnamon (Herbal)
Cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and other herbs and spices
US$3.25
Ginger Peach (Decaf)
Fine naturally decaffeinated black tea blended with spices and natural flavors
US$3.25
Vanilla Almond
Fine black tea blended with almonds, vanilla and natural flavors
US$3.25
Cinnamon Plum
Fine black tea blended with spice, fruit and natural flavors
US$3.25
Chamomile Lemon (Herbal)
Lemon balm, linden flowers, lavender, chamomile and other soothing herbs
US$3.25
Mango Ceylon
Fine fruity black tea blended with blossoms and natural flavors
US$3.25
Earl Greyer (Decaf)
Fine naturally decaffeinated black tea blended with natural oil or bergamot
US$3.25

Specialty Dishes

Huevos Rancheros
two over medium eggs with house made salsa ranchera, black beans, roasted corn, avocado, feta cheese and corn tortilla chips. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
US$13.95
Empire Café Benedict
Two English muffins with your choice of ham or creamed spinach topped with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce; served with hash browns and fresh fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
US$13.95
Avocado Toast
Two poached eggs served on rustic Italian bread with mashed fresh avocado, topped with pico de gallo; served with fresh fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
US$13.95
Traditional
Two eggs cooked your way, two pieces of bacon, whole wheat toast, hash brown potatoes, and fresh fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
US$13.95
El Paso Migas
Four scrambled eggs with ranchero chorizo, tomatoes, red onions, corn tortilla chips, white and yellow cheddar cheese topped with pico de gallo, guacamole and sour cream.
US$13.95
Acai Bowl
acai blended with bananas, peanut butter, house made granola, coconut, chia seeds, honey & assorted fresh fruits GF
US$13.95
Croissant Breakfast Sandwich
Scrambled eggs, bacon, yellow & white cheddar cheese, tomatoes, avocado smash, crema on a croissant with fresh fruit.
US$13.95
Empire Chicken & Waffle
Savory waffles made with roasted corn, applewood smoked bacon, spinach and smoked gouda cheese then topped with crispy chicken & sriracha aioli
US$14.95
Breakfast Tacos
Two flour tortillas or corn tortillas with scrambled eggs, chorizo, red onions, black beans, avocado and yellow cheddar cheese; served with hash browns potatoes and fresh fruit.
US$13.95
Roma
Two eggs on focaccia bread with basil pesto, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese; served with hash browns and fresh fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
US$13.50
Verdi
Two eggs on sauteed spinach with garlic and olive oil; served with hash browns and fresh fruit. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
US$13.50
Traditional Chicken & Waffles
Your choice of waffle (regular, multigrain or gingerbread) your choice of baked or fried chicken, an over easy egg, berries and a side of syrup. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
US$14.95

Cereals, Pancakes, & Fresh Fruit

Mccann's True Irish Oatmeal
with fresh strawberries and bananas
US$9.95
Pancakes
Your choice of buttermilk or whole wheat. Three homemade pancakes with maple butter and syrup.
US$10.95
Italian Toast
"French toast" made with rustic Italian bread topped with mixed berries.
US$13.95
Fruit Pancakes
Your choice of buttermilk or whole wheat. Fresh fruit; bananas, strawberries or blueberries. Dried fruit; blueberries, cherries or cranberries.
US$12.95
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Platter
US$12.50
Waffle
Your choice of original, ginger bread or multi-grain. Served with bananas and strawberries
US$12.95

Omelets

Create Your Own Omelet (Up To 4 Items)
Served with breakfast potatoes and fresh fruit. add white egg for an additional charge.
US$13.95

Beverages

Cranberry Juice
US$4.95
Soft Drink
coke, diet coke, dr pepper or sprite, free refills.
US$3.25
Mojito Limonada
Fresh mint limeade.
US$3.95
Espresso Granita (16 Oz.)
Sweet frozen latte.
US$5.95
Hot Chocolate
US$4.95
Apple Juice
US$4.95
Italian Soda
US$3.25
Lemonade
US$3.50
Empire Green Juice
Baby kale, green apple, pineapple, fresh ginger and coconut water
US$7.95
Milk
US$5.50
Orange Juice
US$4.95
Iced Tea
classic black tea, black currant, or hibiscus mint, free refills.
US$3.25
Spring Water Panna
US$3.25
Sparkling Mineral Water Topo Chico
Sparkling mineral water, sourced and bottled in Monterrey, Mexico, offering a refreshing and crisp taste.
US$3.95

Breads & Sides

Muffin
Choice of one muffin: Cranberry walnut Blueberry Chocolate Morning glory (carrot raisin)
US$4.50
Ham
US$5.50
Veggie Patties
US$5.50
Scone
Please call 713-528-5282 for the daily scone flavor!
US$5.50
English Muffin
US$2.95
Hash Browns
US$4.50
Potatoes Formaggi
Potatoes with melted mozzarella.
US$4.95
Smoked Salmon
US$7.95
Applewood Smoked Bacon
US$5.50
Side (1) Pancake
Your choice of buttermilk or whole wheat. One homemade pancake with maple butter and pancake syrup.
US$5.50
Turkey Sausage Patties
US$5.50
Croissant
Toasted plain croissant
US$4.95
Whole Wheat Toast
US$2.50
Italian Sausage
US$5.50
Add An Egg
US$1.95
Cinnamon Roll
Homemade cinnamon roll with or without pecans.
US$6.95
Link Sausage
US$5.50
Breakfast Potatoes
US$4.50

Soup & Salads

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Platter
US$12.95
Mixed Green Salad
Organic mixed greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers, your choice of dressing. Add chicken , shrimp, salmon for an additional charge.
US$6.50
Empire Harvest Bowl
Baby kale, arugula and sherry vinaigrette with farro, tri-color quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, portabella mushrooms, green apples and avocado topped with sliced almonds, sliced jalapeno, pomegranate seeds and feta cheese with a side of chimichurri
US$13.95
Minestrone Soup
hearty Italian vegetable
US$5.50
Empire Chicken Salad
Organic mixed greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette dressing and topped with homemade chicken salad, cherry tomatoes, avocados, boiled egg slices, and toasted pita chips.
US$13.95
Southwestern Grilled Chicken Salad
Romaine lettuce, red cabbage, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onions, roasted corn, black beans, avocado, feta cheese and tortilla strips tossed in cilantro lime vinaigrette
US$13.95
Almond Chicken Salad
Mixed greens, tossed with sherry vinaigrette topped with encrusted almond chicken, garden vegetables, fruit, and feta cheese.
US$13.95
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with homemade caesar dressing topped with focaccia croutons and fresh Parmesan cheese. Add chicken , shrimp, salmon for an additional charge.
US$12.50

Entrées

Chicken Parmesan
Sautéed Italian breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese; served with penne pasta and sautéed vegetables.
US$15.95
Eggplant Parmesan
Sautéed Italian breaded eggplant thinly sliced then layered and topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese; served with penne pasta and sautéed vegetables.
US$14.95
Pollo Piccata
Sautéed chicken in garlic lemon butter sauce with prosciutto, artichoke hearts and fresh tomatoes; on a bed of angel hair pasta with sauteed carrots and broccoli
US$15.95
Bravo Salmon
Blackened salmon on a bed of sautéed spinach, roasted red peppers, portabella mushrooms, orzo pasta and drizzle with chipotle aioli.
US$16.95
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