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A joint, roadhouse, honky-tonk or tavern...

Imperial is somewhere you'll always find a cold can of beer, enjoy a great whiskey or tequila and if you're in the mood... LA working class tacos.

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SHRIMP IS MY CRUSH 🥰
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Instagram Vs. Reality 😅 let’s talk about a c

Instagram Vs. Reality 😅 let’s talk about a classic: the imperial sonoran~ bacon wrapped hot dog / stewed beans / tomato / onion / poblano lime cream / salsa verde / queso fresco / guacamole/ cilantro come on in for a classic sonoran and don’t forget to say your prayers 😈🤘🏽
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Sure, you’ve heard a thing or two about our marg

Sure, you’ve heard a thing or two about our margaritas but did you know we’re also a bourbon bar? Meet the Lavender Side Car: bourbon / combier / lavender honey syrup / lemon Meet the Smoke & Honey: bourbon / ancho reyes / honey pineapple pink peppercorn / lime / cider & of course, a classic Old Fashioned - stirred, never shaken 😉
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The June fish taco is here! Beer Battered Shrimp

The June fish taco is here! Beer Battered Shrimp / Cilantro-Lime Slaw / Chipotle Aioli Available ALL month long, every Monday from 12pm-11pm, while supplies last 😋
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Supporting our community and all of the people in

Supporting our community and all of the people in it who make it so wonderful. Happy @ferndalepride 🌈
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☀️JUNE SONORAN☀️ Honey Garlic Chicken / R

☀️JUNE SONORAN☀️ Honey Garlic Chicken / Roasted Vegetables / Roasted Peanuts When the whole BBQ spread fits on a hot dog, you make it the new monthly special. Hello summer. We’re here to snack and play.
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NEW Weekly Special 😋 Smoked Beef Brisket / Gu

NEW Weekly Special 😋 Smoked Beef Brisket / Guacamole / Jalapeño Coleslaw / Cilantro Available 6.2-6.8 while supplies last!
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June is here and so are our specials! Let’s star

June is here and so are our specials! Let’s start with the cocktail of the month: Osaka It To Me 🥊 ✨ Roku Japanese Gin / Grapefruit Liqueur / Jasmine Green Tea / Lime / Grapefruit Bitters Smooth, refreshing, sweet with a slight of bitter. The perfect punch. Available all month long.
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Happy Memorial Day ✨ and YES, we are open. Come

Happy Memorial Day ✨ and YES, we are open. Come on in and take a load off with a margarita and a snack. We’ll see you soon.
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WEEKLY SPECIAL: fried cheese curd / cholula aioli

WEEKLY SPECIAL: fried cheese curd / cholula aioli / jalapeño relish / cilantro aka a perfect way to kick off this holiday weekend ✨
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✨11 YEARS🎉 Today marks our 11 year annivers

✨11 YEARS🎉 Today marks our 11 year anniversary here in Ferndale, MI. We are honored to serve our community and be a staple in the Downtown Ferndale area. Thank y’all for your continued support! Come by today and grab a drink from your favorite bartender at your favorite taco joint. We’re all in good spirits SERVING good spirits, ready to see some familiar faces! Don’t drink? Don’t worry! These are just a few of our mocktails that are always available on our menu - perfect for a week day celebration. 😉
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✨NEW✨ Weekly special 5.19-5.25 Seasoned shri

✨NEW✨ Weekly special 5.19-5.25 Seasoned shrimp / jicama mango slaw / lime crème aioli / cilantro & yes, this does mean come Monday we will have our fish taco special AND this shrimp taco special at the same time! We love when that happens 🎉
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Okay but what if the sun was shining and you enjoy

Okay but what if the sun was shining and you enjoyed a sonoran hot dog? What if? Here’s an imperial classic, The Chino: bacon wrapped hot dog / chorizo chili / chipotle mustard / white onion / cilantro Best part? It can be made vegan! We’ll see you soon. 🌭
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Grab your fishin hat for Fish Taco Monday! This mo

Grab your fishin hat for Fish Taco Monday! This month we’re servin’ up: pan fried cod / green apple pesto / sun dried tomato sauce / cilantro this mouth watering combination is worth leaving the house on a Monday, trust us. 😘
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Happy Friday! Here’s our new weekly special: l

Happy Friday! Here’s our new weekly special: lemon pepper zucchini / herbed ricotta / sweet pepper relish / parsley a delicious, light snack perfect for patio season ☀️
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✨ WEEKLY SPECIAL ✨ BBQ pulled pork / gochuja

✨ WEEKLY SPECIAL ✨ BBQ pulled pork / gochujang sour cream / carrots / green onions / chipotle nacho cheese / pickled jalapeños / tomatoes available today and tomorrow 12pm-11pm 🤤
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Shout out to everyone who spent their Cinco De May

Shout out to everyone who spent their Cinco De Mayo with us! Thank you for coming in and enjoying our speciality menu and cocktail. Here’s a refresher on our monthly specials: Sonoran: bacon wrapped dog / marinated shrimp / cucumber salad / red pepper aioli / chile de arbol En Kokomo: hornitos reposado / dry curaçao/ guava / pineapple / lime / vanilla agave & of course we always have our classics like our mexican street corn, pastor taco, and bakersfield sonoran. 😋 See you soon! Open Sun-Thurs 12pm-11pm and Fri/Sat 12pm-12am. & yes, our patio IS open. ☀️
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Saturday night vibes ✨ * * * * * #imperialfernda

Saturday night vibes ✨
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HAPPY CINCO!! Speciality cocktail & menu ALL DAY

HAPPY CINCO!! Speciality cocktail & menu ALL DAY TODAY *while supplies last* JOIN US in celebrating and remember to arrive early!! #cincodemayo #imperialferndale

CINCO DE MAYO SNEAK PEEK: •BUTTERNUT SQUASH DON

CINCO DE MAYO SNEAK PEEK: •BUTTERNUT SQUASH DONUTS•
Powered Sugar / Ancho Maple Syrup A perfect dessert to wrap up your experience with us on Cinco De Mayo. Light, soft, sweet, delicious. Only served on May 5th open to close while supplies last.
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