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Essex Restaurant

(Now Closed)

New American Restaurant, Breakfast Spot, and Cocktail Bar$$$$

Lower East Side, New York

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Essex Restaurant

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Xinyi ChenApril 13, 2014
Really inconsistent and horrible mimosas, very diluted Bloody Mary, OJ isn't fresh squeezed.Don't order the French toast! It's tasteless and looks extremely unappetizing. Worst brunch I've had in NYC!
Liz HeronMarch 17, 2013
Unless you're going here for a drunk brunch, don't waste your time. The food is mediocre to bad, service indifferent. That said, $24 for unlimited cocktails is a good deal, if that's what you want.
Martin GorrochateguiOctober 9, 2011
Come right before 12 because thats when they allow alcohol to be served in NYC!
Jason KaplerJuly 13, 2013
Try The Southerner. It's durty and from the south.
ChristineJanuary 19, 2010
The manchego mac and cheese with citrus salad is a great combo of hearty cheese and refreshing citrus with a hint of garlic. Mmmm.
The Nouveau Classical ProjectMarch 16, 2013
Happy hour! Pretty sure we got a cocktail for five bucks
Sidny GinsbergApril 20, 2014
$30 for 3 drinks and great brunch!
Janine CoralMay 30, 2018
Awesome drink menu.
Joe PageAugust 25, 2013
Vegan brunch and bloody Mary's delite!
Christina - Event DetailsFebruary 26, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Great place. But long wait, even w/ a reservation!!
Dee PhunkJuly 2, 2010
Do 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.
citichik chickpeaJuly 21, 2012
The Bloody Morty with Bacon is deliscious!
angelo wAugust 31, 2010
This place has a cool brunch atmosphere. Bloody Mary's can be a bit watered down though.
StillsJune 15, 2013
Brunch? Baked eggs are where it's at.
Caitlin WilliamsApril 6, 2014
Lobster Mac&cheese
Gregory LamarJanuary 24, 2011
Truly one of the best brunch spots in NYC...worth the wait!!!
Josh ChuaDecember 12, 2014
O-M-G, you like, work in PR too?!
Celeste PulmanDecember 10, 2017
It’s like eating in a nightclub. Food was ok. Service was super slow and they lost our credit cards. Pretty average experience.
Sara GrizzleNovember 28, 2009
Tuna Sushi Spring Roll. The wasabi bbq, might just be one of the best sauces ever made!
Kevin BakerJune 30, 2018
Just sit at the bar, leave me a seat though
ScottyTAugust 10, 2019
Been here 5+ times
The Original boozy!
Daniel Motta MelloApril 17, 2011
Our table wasn't ready until 45 after our reservation. We got a round of free drinks, appetizers, shots and dessert. Pray for tardiness.
William LandrumJanuary 23, 2014
See Rosie at the bar, she is amazing! :)
Adrianne BenzionFebruary 5, 2012
Been here 5+ times
My fav brunch meal is always the Mexican matzo brie
Laura RamkissoonJanuary 6, 2014
Try the Hanger Steak and Eggs -
LogoTVMarch 15, 2011
“Um, endless cocktails during brunch makes any company you are with tolerable!” – Renee, Setup Squad
DAMstyleAugust 25, 2013
Try the shrimp & grits. It's yum.com.
Daniel L.September 26, 2012
$1 Oysters 5pm - 8pm w/ 1/2 price drinks, Sunday - Friday.
Jeff PlaistedAugust 19, 2010
Jalepeno margarita is surprisingly good. Same for chorizo mussels.
Andrew ApostolaApril 15, 2012
The bakery in here is one of the best in NYC
Mike ChauJune 10, 2012
Try the Chocolate Chip And Banana Pancakes
Evan BrittJanuary 26, 2013
What's the point of a reservation if you don't have a table ready? 25 mins past reservation time and counting...
Megan LeapSeptember 28, 2013
Potato pancakes are ah-maze.
Tim IrelandApril 5, 2011
Just unlocked a free round of drink. Thanks Essex and the 5 other people who checked in.
Assaf LamdanDecember 4, 2011
Nothing 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
Shiri LaraJanuary 19, 2014
Don't come here expecting to be sat (even if you have a reservation) in a timely manner. Been waiting for 45+ minutes.
Percy HolmesJanuary 25, 2016
Lobster Mac&Cheese
Shann TasticalJanuary 18, 2010
If you camp long enough at your table for brunch, they give you drink tickets to leave! Yay!
Samantha C.August 31, 2011
cheap brunch, fun atmosphere, mimosas!
etta yNovember 14, 2010
Good food, pricey. Entrance is on Rivington. Too loud and clubby to be conducive to serious conversation.
TonyJune 13, 2012
This place is one of those NYC places everyone loves but I don't understand why. The food is overpriced ($13 for grapes and cheese) and not that great. Avoid.
Tatiana DorochinaSeptember 6, 2013
Watermelon martini is the s$&@!
The Nouveau Classical ProjectMarch 16, 2013
Cocktails here are fabulous!
Gansevoort Hotel GroupOctober 21, 2011
Great brunch with lots of champagne!
Steve JangAugust 2, 2009
three mimosas, bloody marys or screwdrivers comes with brunch. also, this place takes reservations.
Ashley WilliamsOctober 6, 2013
VEGAN FRIENDLY :)))))
Lauren PilonApril 25, 2010
Try the Apple Chicken Sausage with brunch - it's amazing!
waisum tFebruary 15, 2010
Go on Tuesday for all-you-can eat mussels. And they have a fantastic happy hour special from 6-9pm.
Toni BenjaminApril 1, 2014
Always make that reservation!
Marissa DobbinsFebruary 15, 2010
$18 brunch (cash only) includes 3 bloody mary's, screwdrivers, or mimosas Read more

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