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Essex, New York, NY

Essex

4.4
4.4
3197 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Lower East Side pioneer famous for award winning contemporary cuisine, oyster happy hours & NYC's original bottomless brunch party. A vibrant multi-level space in the historic Shapiro's Winery, Essex offers intimate seating as well as group dining and event spaces.

Essex's New American Dinner Menu, guided by Chef Steffen Sander, who has helmed some of New York's top Michelin-Starred restaurants, showcases seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, with extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, as well as burgers & classic steakhouse fare. Our Prime Cuts Menu features shareable Dry Aged and Prime Angus Steaks.

Join us for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Dinner and indulge in as special Three-Course Christmas Dinner as well as items from our regular dinner menu and kid's menu. Our 25th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration features a three-course dinner with champagne toast and music by DJ Eric Visa. Enjoy our Bonus Bottomless Brunches on Christmas Day & New Year's Day.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 533-9616
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Steffen Sander
  • Private party facilities
    Essex has a mezzanine with a private bar that seats up 75 guests and 2 ground-floor dining rooms with 50 seats each that are available for private dinners and cocktail parties. The entire restaurant, including our main bar room, is ideal for dinner and cocktail parties for up to 225 guests.
  • Private party contact
    David: (888) 480-5602
  • Neighborhood
    Lower East Side
  • Cross street
    Corner of Essex Street
  • Parking details
    There is a large municipal parking garage around the corner from the restaurant as well as several nearby parking lots.
  • Public transit
    Essex is located one block north of the Delancey Street Station on the F,J,M & Z Subway Lines.
  • Entertainment
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Dinner

    Dec 24, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024
    Join us for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinner. Special $65 Three-Course Dinner Menu including seared scallops, Angus NY Strip Steak, Long Island Duck Breast, Baked Honeycrisp Apple and other seasonal delights. Favorites from our regular Dinner Menu are also available.
    Christmas Dinner Photo
  • 25th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration

    $70.00 - $110.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us for New Year's Eve Dinner & Dancing. Enjoy a Three-course feast with party favors & midnight champagne toast--$110. Music by DJ Eric Visa. Special $85 first seating for 8pm and earlier reservations. Minors accompanied by a parent are welcome ($70 for either seating). No advance payment required--payment is due at the conclusion of your meal.
    25th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration Photo
  • Christmas Day Brunch

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    Join us Christmas Day for a special edition of our legendary Champagne Brunch. We will be serving our full brunch menu, which includes a choice of entrée with 1-1/2 hours of Mimosas, Bloody Marys, Aperol Spritzes, Screwdrivers and Narragansett draft beers (46.95). Special 2-hour food and cocktail package for parties of 8 or more (54.95). Our a la carte brunch menu is also available (22.95).
    Christmas Day Brunch Photo

What 3,197 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Essex offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "attentive service." Known for its quality bottomless brunch, it's a "great spot for group gatherings" and special occasions. While some reviews mention noise levels, the delicious menu and friendly staff make Essex a popular choice for brunch and dinner.

3,197 Reviews
  1. Valérie

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Service un peu long mais c’était le 24 décembre au soir. Viande Angus grasse sur une assiette sur 4, renvoyée en cuisine mais au retour très peu de pommes de terre… Bonne adresse pour New York.

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  2. Tim

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Essex food and service were totally on point. Vibe was very mellow, but we were dining on a Sunday night. We shared a burrata flatbread which was very good but the steak was the star. The Porterhouse Steak for Two, which could easily serve three, was on another level of awesome and was cooked to perfection. I've been to all the name steakhouses and this may have been the best steak I ever had. Shout out to Kate, our server, for her excellent food and wine recommendations. Will be back!

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  3. George

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stopped by for the happy hour and ended up getting the New York Strip. Delicious oysters and amazing steak! Good beer selection too! Will be back!

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  4. Camille

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was good, friendly staff,but the food was not that good or appetizing. I sent back the French toast, and the waitress was really good about it. I won’t be returning.

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  5. Candice

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Only 6 people out of our 8 person party received their food. They didn’t bring out all the food simultaneously. And when we asked about it they never gave a reasonable explanation for the error. Very unprofessional

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  6. Simon

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had brunch here and it was probably the best bottomless brunch I’ve had in NYC. This was the first time I had brunch at the new location, as I previously dined at Essex when it was located across the street, and was disappointed there. The service at this location was exceptional and I will return. Highly recommend it !

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  7. Suzanne

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Overall, pretty mediocre. Limited menu and very little options for children.

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  8. David

    VIP

    New York City

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Seriously the Essex Burger is the best burger I've ever had. Ate at the bar. Great beer selection (KCBC IPA) and friendly service. Will be back!

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  9. Kathy

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was average at best. A little disappointed in the overall experience.

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  10. Andreina

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We went on thanksgiving so they were full and the service was extremely slow. It was a fixed menu and it still took then even longer than if we had order a la carte. The food was nice in general and the attention as well.

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FAQs

Essex offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Essex also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 533-9616.

Essex is rated 4.4 stars by 3197 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Essex

124 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Corner of Essex Street
  • Neighborhood
    Lower East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 5:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a large municipal parking garage around the corner from the restaurant as well as several nearby parking lots.
  • Public transit
    Essex is located one block north of the Delancey Street Station on the F,J,M & Z Subway Lines.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Steffen Sander
  • Entertainment
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 533-9616
  • Private party facilities
    Essex has a mezzanine with a private bar that seats up 75 guests and 2 ground-floor dining rooms with 50 seats each that are available for private dinners and cocktail parties. The entire restaurant, including our main bar room, is ideal for dinner and cocktail parties for up to 225 guests.
  • Private party contact
    David: (888) 480-5602
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