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-9pm
Thursday: 5pm-9pm
Friday: 5pm-12am
Saturday: 5pm-12am
Sunday: 5pm-9pm
Closed Tuesday & Wednesday
828.505.8455
48 College St.
Asheville, NC
Monday: 5pm-9pm
Thursday: 5pm-9pm
Friday: 5pm-12am
Saturday: 5pm-12am
Sunday: 5pm-9pm
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
Chips & Salsa
$5
Fried Tortillas, Molcajete Salsa
VG/GF
Chicharrones
$5
Crispy Pork Rinds, Chili, Citrus
GF
Chapulines
$7
Grasshoppers, Brown Butter, Garlic, Urfa Peppers
GF
Refritos, Queso & Chorizo
$10
Chips, Refried Beans, Oaxacan Cheese, Chorizo
GF
Chilmol
$10
Smashed Avocado, Radish, Chili, Onion, Crispy Corn
VG/GF
Empanada Gobernador
$10
Shrimp, Corn Masa, Kimchi, Oaxacan Cheese
GF
Flautas de Gallo
$11.50
Braised Rooster, Poblano Peppers, Chichilo Mole
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
Cauliflower, Tomato Chamoy
VG/GF
Tinga Taco
$4
Braised Rooster, Cabbage Salad, Guacachile
GF
Del Mar Taco
$6
Shrimp, Fried Calamari, Pickled Cabbage, Mayo
GF
Entrees
El Gallo Arroz
$15
Rice, Peanut Chili Salsa, Fried Eggs
- Add House Chorizo - $3
(VG)/GF
Torta de Milanesa
$12
Sweet Potato Milanesa, Veggies, Recado Mayo
VG
Cemita de Pastor
$12
Trompo Pork, Mole Kimchi, Recado Mayo
Cocktails
All Cocktails $15
Imperial Cup
Añejo Tequila, Corn Whiskey, Cynar, Suze, Housemade Ginger Beer
Windemere
Pisco, Absinthe, Velvet Falernum, Dry Curacao, Orange, Lime, Soda
Heads Will Roll
Rum, Cassis, Maraschino, Mexican Pineapple Soda
Spuyten Duyvil
Bourbon, Jalapeño, Cinnamon, Honey, Lemon
Cuchara Perdida
Sotol, Aquavit, Amaro Flora, Genepy, Yellow Chartreuse, Sage
Houndstooth Martini
Gin, Vodka, Dry Vermouth, Strega, Salers
Crown Jewel
Barrel-Rested Gin, Green Chartreuse, Sweet Vermouth, Aperol, Branca Menta, Absinthe
Remind Me Of The Babe
Mezcal, Chicory, Banana, Cocchi Americano, Cold Brew
Beer - Draught
Burial - 'Blood & Sheath' Saison
$7
Pisgah Brewing - 'Brite Sky' Blood Orange IPA
$7
Twin Leaf - 'Leafer' IPA
$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
Cotes du Rhone Rose, Domaine de Couron, France, 2018
Bright, Strawberry, Watermelon, Citrus
Tempranillo-Malvar, Marc Isart, Spain, 2018
Cherry, Red Fruit, Vanilla, Earthy
Non-Alcoholic
Tepache
$4
Fermented Pineapple Soda
Draft Soda
Orange Citrus
$4
Draft Soda
Gingerbeer
$4
Draft Soda
Horchata
$4
Organic Jasmine Rice, Cinnamon
Agua Fresca
$4
Hibiscus
Blanco Tequila
El Tesoro
$14
Espolon
$10
Fortaleza
$15
Olmeca Altos
$8
Siete Leguas
$13
Reposado Tequila
Corralejo
$9
El Tesoro
$15
Fortaleza
$16
Olmeca Altos
$8
Siete Leguas
$14
Añejo Tequila
Chinaco
$19
El Mayor
$12
Olmeca Altos
$11
Mezcal & Sotol
Alipus San Juan
$13
Del Maguey Chichicapa
$18
Del Maguey San Luis Del Rio Azul
$26
Del Maguey Santo Domingo Alberradas
$18
Del Maguey Vida
$12
Por Siempre Sotol
$12
Sombra Joven
$11
Vago Elote
$17
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.