Imperiál is open! We are committed to health and safety standards, and are taking all measures necessary to keep our staff, community and guests as safe as possible.
If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to ask: email info@imperial-avl.com.
Hours & Location
48 College St.
Asheville, NC
Monday: 5pm-12am
Thursday: 5pm-12am
Friday: 5pm-12am
Saturday: 5pm-12am
Sunday: 5pm-12am
Closed Tuesday & Wednesday
828.505.8455
48 College St.
Asheville, NC
Monday: 5pm-12am
Thursday: 5pm-12am
Friday: 5pm-12am
Saturday: 5pm-12am
Sunday: 5pm-12am
Closed Tuesday & Wednesday
Menus
At Imperíal, we focus on giving you a delicious, seasonally-inspired cocktail with a minimum of fuss in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The dinner menu features thoughtful, locally sourced dishes; regionally inspired by the dynamic ever-changing regions of Mexico.
VG=Vegan, (VG)=Vegetarian, GF=Gluten Free
Appetizers
Chilmol & Salsa
$12
Molcajete Salsa, Smashed Avocado, Curtido, Radish, Chips
VG/GF
Aguachile De Camarones
$12
Shrimp, Citrus, Radish, Jalapeño, Avocado, Tomatillo
GF
Tequeños
$7
Golden Fried Pastry, Queso De Freir, Avocado Herb Sauce
(VG)
Refritos, Queso & Chorizo
$12
Refried Beans, Oaxacan Cheese, Chorizo, Chips
GF
Chicharrones
$6
Crispy Pork Rinds, Chili, Lime
GF
Empanada Pabellon
$10
Braised Beef, Plantains, Black Beans, Pico De Gallo
GF
Yuca Y Queso
$7
Fried Yuca, Queso Dip, Herbs
(VG)/GF
Tacos
Al Pastor Taco
$4.50
Trompo Pork, Pineapple, Salsa Diablo
GF
Quesabirria Taco
$6
Braised Beef, Oaxacan Cheese, Red Broth
GF
Steak A La Plancha Taco
$5
Chop Shop Steak, Cactus, Salsa Fresca
GF
Cauliflower Barbacoa Taco
$4
Roasted Cauliflower, Tomato Chamoy
VG/GF
Tinga Taco
$4
Braised Chicken, Cabbage Salad, Guacachile
GF
Del Mar Taco
$6
Shrimp, Calamari, Pickled Cabbage, Chipotle Mayo
GF
Entrees
Arroz Picadillo
$15
Rice, Sofrito, Capers, Olives, Currants, Fried Eggs
- Add House Chorizo - $3
(VG)/GF
Torta de Milanesa
$12
Sweet Potato Milanesa, Veggies, Recado Mayo
VG
Cachapa
$12
Fresh Corn Cake, Tomatoes, Cotija, Crema, Herbs
(VG)/GF
Cocktails
El Gallo Margarita
$10/$30/$55
Reposado Tequila, Triple Sec, Orange Liquor, Lime, Agave
by the glass, half liter or liter
La Paloma
$10
Reposado Tequila, Housemade Grapefruit Soda, Lime
Perfect Daiquiri
$12
Imperial White Rum Blend, Grapefruit Oil, Orange Blossom Water, Lime
This Is What Today Looks Like
$12
Vodka, Calvados, Pineapple Tepache, Apricot Liqueur, Lemon, Turmeric Honey
Spuyten Duyvil
$12
Bourbon, Jalapeño, Cinnamon, Honey, Lemon
Stranger In The Alps
$15
Gin, Liqueur Strega, Braulio Amaro
Serpent's Mouth
$14
Angostura Bitters, Fernet, Pastis, Almond Orgeat, Lemon
Beer - Draught
Oskar Blues - 'Thick Haze' IPA
$7
Dssolvr - 'Death Rattle Paradox' Fruited Gose
$7
Edmond's Oast - 'Something Cold' Blonde Ale
$7
Wine
Glass $7, Bottle $25
Prosecco, Luna Argenta, Italy, NV
Sparkling, Pear, Honey, Stone Fruit
Lambrusco, Famiglia Carafoli, Italy, NV
Sparkling, Off Dry, Floral, Deep Ruby Color
Sauvignon Blanc, Prisma, Chile, 2019
Bright, Fresh, Citrus, Crisp
Montepulciano Rose, Vallevo, Terre Di Chieti, Italy, 2020
Wild Berries, Raspberry, Ripe Cherry
Tempranillo-Malvar, Marc Isart, Spain, 2018
Cherry, Red Fruit, Vanilla, Earthy
Non-Alcoholic
Horchata
$4
Jasmine Rice, Cinnamon
Agua Fresca
$4
Hibiscus
Tepache
$4
Fermented Pineapple Soda
Draft Soda
Orange Citrus
$4
Draft Soda
Gingerbeer
$4
Draft Soda
Blanco Tequila
El Tesoro
$14
Espolon
$10
Olmeca Altos
$8
Pueblo Viejo
$8
Siete Leguas
$13
Tequila Ocho
$11
Reposado Tequila
El Tesoro
$15
Olmeca Altos
$8
Partida
$14
Siete Leguas
$14
Tequila Ocho
$15
Añejo Tequila
Chinaco
$19
El Mayor
$12
Olmeca Altos
$11
Tres Generaciones
$13
Mezcal & Sotol
Del Maguey Chichicapa
$18
Del Maguey Santo Domingo Alberradas
$18
Del Maguey San Luis Del Rio Azul
$26
Del Maguey Vida
$12
Del Maguey Wild Tepextate
$26
Mezcalosfera Ensamble
$26
Por Siempre Sotol
$12
Vago Elote
$15
Vago Ensamble En Barro
$20
Wahaka Madre Cuishe
$24
Happenings
no upcoming events, please check back later!
About
Formerly The Imperial Life, the space began as an upscale auxiliary bar to Table. It served many great years as a craft cocktail and charcuterie bar in downtown Asheville. As we have transformed 48 College Street to be the home of El Gallo, the upstairs bar has adapted. Imperíal is a fun and lively space, with an agave focused cocktail menu. There will be dining and music every evening, with a host of events and parties.
Private Events
Imperíal is happy to host private dinners and cocktail hours. Our main dining room and upstairs cocktail bar offer numerous options for event space and seating.
Imperíal is happy to host private dinners and cocktail hours. Our main dining room and upstairs cocktail bar offer numerous options for event space and seating.