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Empire Kitchen and Cocktails Promotes Inclusivity with Mixed Crowd and a Menu Consisting of Variety

By Lynzee Mychael DIGITAL CONTENT WRITER

Empire Kitchen and Cocktails reopened on January 6th with a new attitude, new management, and a clear vision for the future. After minor renovations and tweaks to the food and drink menu, Empire has been striving to supersede the representation that has been built for the brand with a focus on quality, cleanliness and inclusivity. The new team is composed of restaurant and hospitality experts bringing a plethora of experience and expertise that General Manager Joshua McArthur ensures can be felt by customers and staff alike.

“Our goal is to be warm. We want people to walk in and feel good. Empire is for professionals and genuine people. We even expect these things during our hiring process. No negative energy, we are all about positivity. We don’t care what you look like, just bring good energy.”

Empire, which was purchased by the Hankerson Investment Group, is located at 3148 Woodward Ave in a prime location for bars and nightlife. This rustic and inviting place is perfect for date night, happy hour, networking, and winding down after a long day or week. With a wide range of food choices from salmon and steak to garden vegetables frittata, chicken wings, and oysters, there is something for everyone. Empire is even furnished with an authentic marble pizza oven that produces some of the best pizza in the city.

“We are really big on ambiance and our ambiance is amazing. Our food is great, and our drinks are beautiful and delicious. We’ve had customers who were regulars before we took over and they love our food and experience best,” says McArthur.

The new vision for Empire is to become an exclusive Detroit staple inviting celebrities, politicians, and business leaders to comfortably dine amongst Detroiters in the heart of the city.

Originally from Atlanta, McArthur brings 15 plus years of experience in the restaurant industry and credits working in multiple areas within restaurants as a way of understanding how to coach his team and drive results. His humanistic approach allows for constant change and correction, granting growth with processes, systems, and procedures. By making sure the inner workings of Empire are smooth and precise, customers can have an enjoyable experience repeatedly.

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By Andrea Plaid