Essex is one of the Lower East Side’s first destination restaurants, with a rich history in the area spanning over 25 years. Originally located in the Essex Street Market, Essex embarked on a new chapter in 2019, relocating to the century-old Schapiro's Winery. While the restaurant became famous for its original bottomless brunch party, the 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 expansive vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options as well as burgers and classic steakhouse fare.
Essex's legendary happy hour, featuring cocktails and bar bites as well as $1.50 oysters and dollar oysters all night on Thursdays, is well worth the mid-week trip. Or stay after dinner to watch Essex become the ultimate nightlife destination, hosting late-night parties with an electrifying ambiance on weekends. The multi-level space even has private and semi-private rooms for parties of 25 to 250 guests, including a mezzanine with a full-service bar for any intimate gathering, engagement party, bridal shower or corporate affair!