New Fall Menu

RESTRAUNT WEEK MENU

July 22nd – September 2nd. ‍Including Saturdays & Sundays

$45 Three-Course Dinner Menu

MAINS

SEARED ATLANTIC SALMON

Sautéed Romano Beans | Sauce Vierge
Charred Eggplant Purée (gf)

ANGUS NY STRIP STEAK

Crispy Za’atar Fingerling Potatoes
Garlic Haricot Verts | Peppercorn Sauce (gf)

Add 5

CAVATELLI  WITH BRAISED LAMB RAGU

Summer Vegetables | Parmesan

HERB-ROASTED FRENCH-CUT CHICKEN BREAST

Summer Succotash | Okra | Pan Jus (gf)

BASIL GNOCCHI PRIMAVERA

Sunflower Seeds | Fresh Herbs | Dill Oil Garlic Croutons (v)

ESSEX RATATOUILLE

Grilled Japanese Eggplant | Tomato Jam
Zucchini-Pepper Ragout (gf, vegan)

32oz. PRIME BONE-IN RIBEYE STEAK FOR TWO

Grilled Rosemary | Chimichurri (gf)
(Add $20 Per Person, Two Guest Minimum)

Starters

CHILLED GAZPACHO

Sunflower Seeds | Fresh Herbs | Dill Oil Garlic Croutons (v)

PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA

Grilled Peaches | Whipped Ricotta
Basil |  Balsamic | EVOO (gf, v)

ARTISANAL BURRATA

Heirloom Tomato | Watermelon Salad
Watermelon Radish | Urfa breadcrumbs (v)

TRI-COLOR BEET SALAD

Macerated Sultana Raisins | Pepitas
Arugula | Pumpkin Seed Purée (gf, vegan)

DUCK MEATBALLS

Five Spice Rice Crisps | Chilis | Cilantro | Sesame Pineapple-Hoisin Glaze

YELLOWFIN TUNA CRUDO

Pineapple | Lime | Pickled Jalapeño
Tortilla Crisps | Avocado Purée (gf)

ROASTED CORN FLATBREAD

Piquillo Peppers | Ricotta
Basil | Aleppo | Lime Oil (v)

desserts

FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE

Chantilly Cream | Olive Oil Drizzle (gf, v)

GREEK YOGURT PANNA COTTA

Peach | Rosewater | Puff Pastry (v)

DAILY SORBETS

Fresh Berries (gf, vegan)

3-COURSE PRIX FIXE DINNER

100 per Guest | includes  2-hour open bar

125 Per Guest | includes 2-hour premium open bar

Starters

YELLOWFIN TUNA CRUDO

Pineapple | Lime | Pickled Jalapeño
Tortilla Crisps | Avocado Purée (gf)

ARTISANAL BURRATA

Heirloom Tomato | Watermelon Salad
Watermelon Radish | Urfa breadcrumbs (v)

TRI-COLOR BEET SALAD

Macerated Sultana Raisins | Pepitas
Arugula | Pumpkin Seed Purée (gf, vegan)

CRISPY SHRIMP WONTONS

Scallions | Lardo | Chili-Mango Sauce

DUCK MEATBALLS

Five Spice Rice Crisps | Chilis | Cilantro | Sesame Pineapple-Hoisin Glaze

MAINS

ANGUS HANGER STEAK FRITES

Hand-Cut Fries | Chimichurri Sauce (gf)

SEARED ATLANTIC SALMON

Sautéed Romano Beans | Sauce Vierge
Charred Eggplant Purée (gf)

ESSEX RATATOUILLE

Grilled Japanese Eggplant | Tomato Jam
Zucchini-Pepper Ragout (gf, vegan)

CAVATELLI  WITH BRAISED LAMB RAGU

Summer Vegetables | Parmesan

HERB-ROASTED FRENCH-CUT CHICKEN BREAST

Summer Succotash | Okra | Pan Jus (gf)

desserts

CHEF’S SELECTION

Served Family Style

BAr

OPEN BAR

Includes beer, champagne, wine by the glass & all well liquor cocktails, including pitchers. Shots are not included.

Premium Open Bar

Includes the above Open Bar drinks plus most call liquors such as Jameson, Tito’s & Bulleit.

À la carte

Discover our À la carte menu, offering a variety of dishes crafted to your taste. Enjoy a personalized dining experience with each selection.

Small Plates

AFFOGATO

espresso with Vanilla Bean Gelato
DAILY SORBETS WITH FRESH BERRIES 8
DAILY GELATOS WITH FRESH BERRIES 8

$2pc

CRISPY SHRIMP WONTONS

Scallions | Lardo | Chili-Mango Sauce

16

CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS (GF, VEGAN)

Grain Mustard Maple Glaze

12

CRISPY SHRIMP WONTONS

Scallions | Lardo | Chili-Mango Sauce

16

CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS (GF, VEGAN)

Grain Mustard Maple Glaze

12

BABY KALE & QUINOA SALAD (gf, v)

Pear  |  Pine Nuts  |  Feta  |  Mint Add Grilled Tofu or Oganic Chicken Breast 6

16

GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI (V)

Olive Tapenade  |  Honey |  Arugula

13

BLISTERED SHISHITO PEPPERS (gf, v)

Olive Tapenade  |  Honey |  Arugula

13

Flatbreads

Wild Mushrooms, Rogue Creamery
Smokey Blue Cheese & Salsa Verde (v)

16

Essex Prime Cuts

ANGUS HANGER STEAK FRITES (GF)

Hand-CutFries | Chimichurri Sauce

28

14 oz. BONE-IN ANGUS NY STRIP STEAK (GF)

Choice of Chimichurri or Peppercorn Sauce

48

32oz. BONE-IN ANGUS PRIME RIBEYE FOR TWO (gf)

Grilled Rosemary | Chimichurri

88

The Essex Burger

The Essex Burger with Hand Cut Fries

Pat LaFrieda Short Rib/BrisketBlend | Grilled Slab Bacon
Gruyere | Caramelized Onions | Dijon Aioli | Pretzel Bun

22

Vegan Burger with Hand Cut Fries

Beyond Meat Vegan Patty | Soy Cheddar | Vegan Bacon
House Pickles | Vegan PepperAioli | Pretzel Bun

22

À la carte

Discover our À la carte menu, offering a variety of dishes crafted to your taste. Enjoy a personalized dining experience with each selection.

Small Plates

FRESH EAST COAST OYSTERS (GF)

Essex Cocktail Sauce | Shallot Mignonette

$2pc

CRISPY SHRIMP WONTONS

Scallions | Lardo | Chili-Mango Sauce

16

CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS (GF, VEGAN)

Grain Mustard Maple Glaze

12

DUCK MEATBALLS

Whipped Ricotta | San Marzano | Crostini

17

FRIED CALAMARI (GF)

Pickled Peppers | Moroccan Spice | Black Garlic Aioli

16

MANCHEGO MAC ‘N’ CHEESE (V)

add Chorizo 5 | Make It Truffle 5

16

PARMESAN TRUFFLE FRIES (gf, v)

12

BABY KALE & QUINOA SALAD (gf, v)

Pear  |  Pine Nuts  |  Feta  |  Mint Add Grilled Tofu or Oganic Chicken Breast 6

16

GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI (V)

Olive Tapenade  |  Honey |  Arugula

13

BLISTERED SHISHITO PEPPERS (gf, v)

Olive Tapenade  |  Honey |  Arugula

13

Flatbreads

Artisanal Burrata, Housemade Pesto
& Prosciutto di Parma Crisps

16

Wild Mushrooms, Rogue Creamery
Smokey Blue Cheese & Salsa Verde (v)

16

Roasted Corn, Piquillo Peppers, Basil,
Ricotta, Aleppo & Lime Oil (v)

16

Essex Prime Cuts

ANGUS HANGER STEAK FRITES (GF)

Hand-CutFries | Chimichurri Sauce

28

14 oz. BONE-IN ANGUS NY STRIP STEAK (GF)

Choice of Chimichurri or Peppercorn Sauce

48

32oz. BONE-IN ANGUS PRIME RIBEYE FOR TWO (gf)

Grilled Rosemary | Chimichurri

88

The Essex Burger

The Essex Burger with Hand Cut Fries

Pat LaFrieda Short Rib/BrisketBlend | Grilled Slab Bacon
Gruyere | Caramelized Onions | Dijon Aioli | Pretzel Bun

22

Vegan Burger with Hand Cut Fries

Beyond Meat Vegan Patty | Soy Cheddar | Vegan Bacon
House Pickles | Vegan PepperAioli | Pretzel Bun

22

2024 thanksgiving feast

Thursday, November 28th | 1pm-10pm

‍3-Course Menu $69 | $39 Kids Under 14

Starters

ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH & FRISÉE SALAD

Rogue Creamery Smokey Blue Cheese | Watercress | Dried Cranberry | Pecans | Salsa Verde (v, gf)

CAULIFLOWER SOUP

Crispy Chickpeas | Tarragon Smoked Paprika (gf, vegan)

HOUSE SMOKED OCEAN TROUT

Herb Salad | Sunchoke Mousseline | Citrus-Maple Vinaigrette (gf)

PUMPKIN SPICE SAUSAGE MEATBALLS

Caramelized Onion Purée | Crispy Sweet Potatoes

MAINS

ALL-NATURAL THANKSGIVING TURKEY

Sausage & Herb Stuffing | Candied Yams | Brussels Sprouts | Cranberry Sauce

SEARED FAROE ISLAND SALMON

Wild Rice | Roasted Beets | Parsnip Purée (gf)

GRILLED ANGUS NY STRIP STEAK

Mashed Potatoes | Green Beans | Shallot Demi Glace (gf)

WILD MUSHROOM STRUDEL

Butternut Squash Purée | Vegetable Jus (vegan)

desserts

PUMKIN CHEESECAKE

Pepita Brittle | Cinnamon Crème Anglaise (v, gf)

PECAN PIE

Vanilla Chantilly Cream (v)

SEASONAL SORBETS

Caramelized Apple-Raisin Compote (gf, vegan)

ESSEX NYC DINNER

Experience Essex: Delight in Every Bite and Sip!

For over 25 years Essex Restaurant has been a top pick for the best Dinner on the Lower East Side. Under the guidance of Chef Steffen Sander, who has helmed some of New York’s top Michelin-Starred restaurants, Essex Restaurant’s New American Dinner Menu showcases seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, with expansive vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan and gluten free options.

Additionally, we offer timeless classics like our Essex Burgers, made with a special blend of short rib and brisket and served with homemade pickles on a pretzel bun.

Elevate your dining experience with our selection of prime steaks and premium cuts, complemented by classic and innovative sides like our Crushed Za’atar Fingerling Potatoes. 

PRIVATE & GROUP DINING

Tailored Dining Experiences for Every Occasion

As one of the largest restaurants on the lower east side, Essex specializes in group dining with private and semi-private dining spaces for up to 60 guests.

Our tailored prix fixe menus, available with or without an open bar, ensure a seamless and memorable occasion for your rehearsal dinner, birthday or corporate event.

Come join us at Essex and discover why we’re the ultimate destination for anyone searching for the best restaurant near me. 

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Middle Dining Room

Seats up to 45 Guests

Balcony

60 Seated 75 Cocktails

Rear Dining Room


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