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FALL DINNER MENU

Starters

HALF-DOZEN EAST COAST OYSTERS

Essex Cocktail Sauce | Shallot Mignonette (gf) 15

ARTISANAL BURRATA

Heirloom Tomato & Watermelon Salad
Watermelon Radish | Urfa Breadcrumbs (v) 17

RAINBOW BEET SALAD

Macerated Sultana Raisins | pepitas
Arugula | Pumpkin Seed Purée (vegan, gf) 16

PROSCIUTTO di PARMA

Grilled Peaches | Whipped Ricotta
Basil | Balsamic (gf) 17

GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI

Olive Tapenade  |  Honey |  Arugula (v) 13

BABY KALE & QUINOA SALAD

Pear  |  Pine Nuts  |  Feta  |  Mint  (v, gf) 16
Add Grilled Tofu or Oganic Chicken Breast 6

CRISPY SHRIMP WONTONS

Scallions | Lardo | Chili-Mango Sauce 16

YELLOWFIN TUNA CRUDO

Pineapple | Lime | Pickled Jalapeño
 Tortilla Crisps | AvocadoPurée (gf) 18

DUCK MEATBALLS

Five-Spice Rice Crisps | Chilis | Cilantro
Sesame | Pineapple-HoisinGlaze 16

SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS

BraisedLeeks | Prosciutto
Horseradish Cream 18

MANCHEGO MAC 'N' CHEESE (v) 16

add Chorizo 5 | Make It Truffle 5

FRIED CALAMARI

Pickled Peppers | Moroccan Spice
Black Garlic Aioli (gf) 16

Flatbreads 17

Artisanal Burrata, Housemade Pesto
& Prosciutto di Parma Crisps

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

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

Essex Prime Cuts

Choice of Au Poivre, Chimichurri or Herb Butter

Dry-Aged 16oz. Bone-In Angus NY Strip Steak 48

32 oz. Bone-In Angus Ribeye Steak for Two 88

Dry-Aged 36 oz. Angus Porterhouse for Two 110

Mains

ATLANTIC SALMON

Braised Black Beans | Haricot Vert
‍Fennel | Herb Pistou (gf) 28

CAVATELLI WITH BRAISED LAMB RAGU

Summer Vegetables | Parmesan 27

BUTTERNUT SQUASH & SAFFRON COUS COUS

Braised Parsnip | Toasted Almonds
Crispy Kale | Smoked Paprika Oil (vegan, gf)  21

ANGUS HANGER STEAK FRITES

Hand-Cut Rosemary Fries |  Sauce Au Poivre (gf) 29

HERB-ROASTED FRENCH-CUT CHICKEN BREAST

Red Quinoa | Napa Cabbage
‍Butternut Squash Purée (gf) 26

WILD MUSHROOM RAVIOLI

Charred Onion Purée | Porcini Broth | Parmesan (sesame, v) 24

VEGAN BURGER WITH HAND-CUT FRIES

Beyond Meat Vegan Patty | Soy Cheddar | Vegan Bacon
House Pickles | VeganPepper Aioli | Pretzel Bun 22

THE ESSEX BURGER WITH HAND-CUT FRIES

LaFriedaShort Rib/Brisket Blend | Grilled Slab Bacon
Gruyere | Caramelized Onions | Dijon Aioli | Pretzel Bun 22

Sides 11

Crispy Brussels Sprouts with
Grain Mustard Maple Glaze (gf, vegan)

Blistered Shishito Peppers with Parmesan,
Lemon Olive Oil & Sea Salt (gf, v)

Parmesan Truffle Fries (gf, v) 

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)

CRISPY SHRIMP WONTONS

Scallions | Lardo | Chili-Mango Sauce

DUCK MEATBALLS

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

TRI-COLOR BEET SALAD

Macerated Sultana Raisins | Pepitas
Arugula | Pumpkin Seed Purée

Mains

ANGUS HANGER STEAK FRITES

Hand-Cut Fries | Chimichurri Sauce (gf)

SEARED ATLANTIC SALMON

Sauteed Romano Beans | Sauce Vierge
Charred Eggplant Puree (gf)

CAVATELLI WITH BRAISED LAMB RAGU

Summer Vegetables | Parmesan

ESSEX RATATOUILLE

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

HERB-ROASTED FRENCH-CUT CHICKEN BREAST

Summer Succotash | Okra | Pan Jus (gf)

Dessert

CHEF'S SELECTION

Served Family Style

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.

Stickyfee puddingVanilla Bean Gelato | Dates | Toffee Sauce  (v) 10
Chocolate olive oil cake Chantilly Cream | Sour Cherries(v, gf)10
PeanutButter “Sigh” Pie (v) 9à la mode add 2
CoconutCream Pie (v) 9à la mode add 2
AFFOGATOespresso with Vanilla Bean Gelato
DAILY SORBETS WITH FRESH BERRIES 8
DAILY GELATOS WITH FRESH BERRIES 8‍

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)

HOUSE SMOKED OCEAN TROUT

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

PUMPKIN SPICE SAUSAGE MEATBALLS

Caramelized Onion Purée | Crispy Sweet Potatoes

CAULIFLOWER SOUP

Crispy Chickpeas | Tarragon
Smoked Paprika (gf, vegan)

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

PECAN PIE

Vanilla Chantilly Cream (v)

PUMKIN CHEESECAKE

Pepita Brittle | Cinnamon Crème Anglaise (v, gf)

SEASONAL SORBETS

Caramelized Apple-Raisin Compote (gf, vegan)

ESSEX NYC DINNER

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 the Essex Burger, 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 byclassic and innovative sides like our  Crushed Za’atar Fingerling Potatoes.

Burrata with Watermelon & Heirloom Tomatoes at Essex Restaurant NYC Dinner
Grilled Spanish Octopus with Chorizo at Essex Restaurant Dinner Lower East Side NYC

PRIVATE & GROUP DINING

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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