Essex Restaurant
(Now Closed)New American Restaurant, Breakfast Spot, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
The experts at The Corcoran Group and Serious Eats recommend this place
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Sara GrizzleNovember 28, 2009Tuna Sushi Spring Roll. The wasabi bbq, might just be one of the best sauces ever made!
Dee PhunkJuly 2, 2010Do yourself a huge favor. Just wait until Sundown Brunch (4pm-8pm) instead of trying to squeeze in there early. Same exact specials, a calmer wait staff and alot less noisy.
Jeremy GoldmanJuly 17, 2011Total scene kind of place. Good food but they get your order wrong surprisingly often.
Jenna LynnFebruary 20, 2011This place does not accept any cards - cash only but there is no signage anywhere. Be sure to bring cash!
Shann TasticalJanuary 18, 2010If you camp long enough at your table for brunch, they give you drink tickets to leave! Yay!
Bella WessMay 29, 2015Went for a friends birthday. Bottomless brunch = below average food. Not a surprise. But trendy and loud.
Deej RatnaniApril 20, 2013Just 3 drinks with brunch? Are you kidding me? I didn't come here to pregame!
Assaf LamdanDecember 4, 2011Nothing to write home about. The service was not up to par at all. Too dark to see the menu and way too loud for a romantic evening. Good for bar Scene
TonyJune 13, 2012This place is one of those NYC places everyone loves but I don't understand why. The food is overpriced ($13 for grapes and cheese) and not that great. Avoid.
Shiri LaraJanuary 19, 2014Don't come here expecting to be sat (even if you have a reservation) in a timely manner. Been waiting for 45+ minutes.
Steve JangAugust 2, 2009three mimosas, bloody marys or screwdrivers comes with brunch. also, this place takes reservations.
Catherine CantaveJune 12, 2011Make a reso so you dont have to wait with crowd. Meh, been to btr brunch spots.
Marissa DobbinsFebruary 15, 2010$18 brunch (cash only) includes 3 bloody mary's, screwdrivers, or mimosas Read more
etta yNovember 14, 2010Good food, pricey. Entrance is on Rivington. Too loud and clubby to be conducive to serious conversation.
Simone M.June 30, 2013The worst brunch I've ever eaten; I'm almost certain the eggs were from a box. The drinks are unlimited .....
Nick CarterNovember 11, 2011If you're coming to work, don't work along. Schedule a MeetUp on
Come here if you love the sound of champagne bottles poppin'
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Essex Restaurant
119 Rivington Street (Corner of Essex Street)
New York, NY 10002
United States
New York, NY 10002
United States
Essex is a loft-like restaurant & bar with contemporary cuisine inspired by the flavors of the Lower East Side.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 5:00 PM–Midnight
- Thu
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Fri
- 5:00 PM–3:00 AM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM–3:00 AM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(212) 533-9616
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Yes
Parking
Street
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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Laurent Raufaste - 8.4
"One of the best brunches in NY (best in UES). Simple yet so complex in its flavors - soul satisfying, no pretension, and incredible incredible service and people- feels like home should be."
Ramya VP - 8.4
"We had the oysters 🦪 delish. Grilled Octopus, also delicious. And the Monk fish tacos were amazing with such a great sauce on the side. And great beverage selection."
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