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Essex, New York, NY

Essex

4.6 (3249)
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic
124 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for brunch
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.

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
  • Website
    http://www.essexnyc.com/
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    124 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002
  • 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

  • Champagne Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    New York City's Original Bottomless Brunch includes choice of entree with 1-1/2 hours of unlimited Mimosas, Aperol Spritzes, Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers & Narragansett draft beers ($46.95). Special 2-hour party menu available for groups of 8 or more ($54.95). All entrees are also available à la carte ($22.95).
    Champagne Brunch Photo

  • July 4th Friday Brunch

    Jul 4, 2025 only
    Join us July 4th for a special Friday 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 bottomless of Mimosas, Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers, Narragansett draft beers & Aperol Spritzes ($46.95). Special 2-hour food and cocktail package for parties of 8 or more ($54.95). Our à la carte brunch menu is also available ($24.95). Indoor and Outdoor Seating.
    July 4th Friday Brunch Photo

Private dining

Menu

Essex's menu was last updated on 4/11/2025.

Essex Brunch Special

  • Parties of 1-7 Guests$46.95

    Choice of Entrée with 1½ hours of Mimosas, Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers & Narragansett Drafts

    • Parties of 8 or More Guests$54.95

      Choice of Entrée with 2 hours of Mimosas, Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers & Narragansett Drafts

      • À la Carte Brunch$22.95

        Choice of Entrée with Drinks Purchased Separately

        Entrées

        *served with mixed greens & home fries

        • Three Pasture-Raised Eggs any Style*

          Fresh Fruit + Choice of Thick-Cut Bacon, Chicken-Apple Sausage House-Smoked Ham, Vegan Bacon, Pork Sausage or Turkey Bacon

          • The Benedicts*

            Choice of House-Smoked Ham, Salmon Gravlax or Sautéed Kale

            • Angus NY Strip Steak & Eggs* (add $5)

              Spicy Ranchero Sauce

              • Oatmeal-Crusted Challah French Toast

                Caramelized Apples | Chocolate Chips | Whipped Mascarpone Cream Cheese

                • The Essex Burger with Hand-Cut Fries

                  Pat LaFrieda Short Rib/Brisket Blend | Gruyere Cheese | Slab Bacon | Caramelized Onions | House Pickles | Dijon Aioli | Pretzel Bun

                  • Shrimp ‘n’ Cheesy Bacon Grits

                    Two Pasture-Raised Eggs | Jalapeño Relish | Biscuit

                    • Chilaquiles

                      Two Pasture-Raised Eggs | Tortilla Crisps | Queso Fresco | Tomatillo Salsa | Avocado | Black Beans | Crema | Pico de Gallo (add Spicy Chorizo 4)

                      • Shakshuka

                        3 Eggs Baked in Spiced Tomato & Pepper Sauce Feta Cheese | Grilled Herb Baguette

                        • LES BEC (Bacon, Eggs & Cheese)

                          Poached Eggs | Slab Bacon | Mornay Sauce | Everything Seasoning | Home Fries

                          • Quinoa & Kale & Salad

                            Pear | Pine Nuts | Feta | Mint | Pear Vinaigrette | 6-Minute Egg

                            • Grilled Organic Chicken Breast
                            • Grilled Tofu
                            • NY Strip Steak$5.00

                          • Vegan Burger with Hand-Cut Fries

                            Beyond Meat Vegan Patty | Soy Cheddar | Vegan Bacon| Arugula | House Pickles | Vegan Pepper Aioli | Pretzel Bun

                            • The New Aristocrat

                              Artisanal Burrata | House Cured Salmon Gravlax | Salmon Caviar | Radish Sprouts | Sourdough Bread

                              • Avocado Toast

                                Poached Pasture-Raised Eggs | Ricotta Salata | Bacon, Turkey Bacon or Vegan Bacon

                                • Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich

                                  Hand-Cut Fries | House Pickles | Secret Sauce

                                  • Herb Omelet

                                    Goat Cheese | Shiitakes | Cherry Tomatoes | Arugula

                                    • Essex Vegan Scramble

                                      Tofu Scramble | Soy Cheese | Tortilla Crisps | Avocado Pico de Gallo | Kale-Shiitake-Black Bean Hash

                                      Shares

                                      14.95

                                      • Cast-Iron Skillet Baked Pancake

                                        Blueberry Compote | Maple Syrup

                                        • Manchego Macaroni & Cheese

                                          add Chorizo 5 | Make it Truffle 5

                                          Sides

                                          $6.95

                                          • Thick-Cut Bacon

                                            • Turkey Bacon

                                              • Fresh Fruit

                                                • Tempeh Bacon

                                                  • Lafrieda Breakfast Sausage

                                                    • Cheese Scramble

                                                      • Home Fries

                                                        • House-Smoked Ham

                                                          • Chicken-Apple Sausage

                                                            • Hand-Cut Fries

                                                              Last updated: December 10, 2024

                                                              What 3,249 people are saying

                                                              Essex reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                              4.6
                                                              4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                              • 4.5Food
                                                              • 4.7Service
                                                              • 4.4Ambience
                                                              • 4.2Value

                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                              Review summary

                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                              Essex offers a vibrant atmosphere perfect for brunch and late-night dining. Highlights include "super juicy burgers," "creamy shrimp 'n' cheesy bacon grits," and the "best calamari with pickled peppers." While some dishes like the tagliatelle fell short, the attentive service and diverse menu ensure a delightful experience.
                                                              3,249 Reviews

                                                              1. William

                                                                Unspecified1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                I asked for scrambled and got perfection. Toast was warm, buttered, and not shy. This is what eggs wanna be when they grow up.

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                                                              2. Arlo

                                                                Unspecified1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                I didn’t think I liked grits. Turns out, I was just waiting for THESE grits. Shrimp juicy, bacon cheesy, me happy.

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                                                              3. Thomas

                                                                Unspecified1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                I didn’t miss eggs AT ALL. The vegan scramble is like a cozy tofu hug with spice. I asked for hot sauce twice

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                                                              4. Oliver

                                                                Unspecified1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Brooo the steak was so juicy I almost cried?? Perfectly medium, eggs sunny side up, and that lil’ crust on the potatoes? Cheff's kisss. Waiter was chill af too.

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                                                              5. Finley

                                                                Unspecified1 review

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                This avo toast is thicc and sexy. Added vegan bacon and I swear it crisped better than the real one. Coffee strong, staff stronger

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                                                              6. Amir

                                                                Unspecified2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Okay so the Shrimp ‘n’ Cheesy Bacon Grits was insane. Like, sooo creamy and that bacon hits diff. Don’t sleep on this one.

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                                                              7. Layla

                                                                Unspecified2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Had the Three Pasture-Raised Eggs any Style with thick-cut bacon. Everything came out hot and fresh. I asked for over-medium and they were perfect, yolks just right. Cozy corner table made it even better.

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                                                              8. Owen

                                                                Unspecified2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                My bf got the Essex Burger with Hand-Cut Fries and I stole half lol. Burger was super juicy and fries homemade-style. Def coming back for that.

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                                                              9. Giselle

                                                                Unspecified2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 3 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                Went for brunch, got the Oatmeal-Crusted Challah French Toast. Sweet, crispy outside and soft inside. Maybe a bit too sweet for me but still really nice with black coffee.

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                                                              10. Amelia

                                                                Unspecified2 reviews

                                                                5.0

                                                                Dined 4 days ago

                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                I ordered the Shakshuka and my friend had the Essex Vegan Scramble. Oh wow... just wow. The eggs were poached just right in that spicy tomato sauce. Atmosphere was kind of loud but we didn’t mind.

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                                                              FAQs

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

                                                              Essex is rated 4.6 stars by 3249 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                              Make a reservation

                                                              2 people
                                                              10:30 PM
                                                              Booked 16 times today
                                                              Experiences are available.
                                                              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
                                                              • Delivery & takeout
                                                                Order direct
                                                              • Website
                                                                http://www.essexnyc.com/
                                                              • 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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