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Imperial

4.5(3,623)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 3623 reviews (Google rating)Mexican Restaurant$$ Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
(248) 850-8060 Directions imperialferndale.com

Quick facts

Imperial is a mexican restaurant at 22828 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI, open daily from 12:00 PM. takeout, delivery and dine-in available.

Address
22828 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220
Phone
+1248-850-8060
Hours today
12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Price
$$
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance

About Imperial

Imperial is a bar and restaurant with a patio in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for street tacos and Mexican-inspired bites. At 22828 Woodward Ave, it serves pastor and carnitas tacos that draw praise, alongside beer, cocktails and happy-hour drinks. Vegan and vegetarian options are available, as are small plates and late-night food. Comments about the food include both praise for the tacos and disappointment with flavors on return visits; service delays, waits and crowded seating are recurring concerns.

Imperial opens daily at noon, closing at 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and midnight Friday and Saturday. Reservations aren’t accepted, and there is usually a wait. Dogs are allowed inside and outside, and the restaurant accommodates groups and has high chairs. Paid lot and street parking are available, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and restrooms. Diners avoiding gluten should note a reported shared fryer for chips and the potatoes in the chorizo taco.

Known for

  • Street tacos
  • Dog-friendly patio
  • Late-night food
  • Beer and cocktails
  • Vegan and vegetarian options

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Mentioned in reviews

  • tacos

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Came here Sunday night, September 6, around 8 PM, and the service was terrible from start to finish. The manager, the kitchen, and apparently everyone working there seemed perfectly fine ignoring us while the restaurant fell apart around…”

    — Joel Rich, September 8, 2026 · google

  • “Very Good tacos served there, specially the pastor and carnitas, they taste very good. Totally recommend the place.”

    — Victor Martinez, September 6, 2026 · google

  • “It’s disappointing that on a menu that’s almost all naturally gluten free, there is hidden cross contamination since they don’t have a dedicated chip fryer. The potatoes in the chorizo taco are also fried in the fryer. We’ve been eating …”

    — Allyson Lobsinger, September 2, 2026 · google

  • “Food is great, but seating is bad. Went on a Tuesday night and we were elbows to elbows with strangers sharing a table. Also tried to get carry out one time, host told me to wait at the bar, and rude bartender told me to wait somewhere e…”

    — Sean Moorey, September 1, 2026 · google

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Imperial — frequently asked

Is Imperial open on Mondays?
Yes — Imperial is open Monday from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Where is Imperial?
Imperial is at 22828 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI 48220.
Does Imperial do takeout or delivery?
According to its Google listing, Imperial offers takeout and offers delivery.
Does Imperial take reservations?
Imperial is not listed as accepting reservations.
Is Imperial kid-friendly?
Yes — Imperial is listed as good for kids.
How expensive is Imperial?
Google lists Imperial in the $$ price range for mexican restaurants in Ferndale, MI.
What is the phone number for Imperial?
You can reach Imperial on +1248-850-8060.

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