Beauty & Essex

Beautiful people, tufted sofas , killer cocktails , shared plates (try the grilled cheese with smoked bacon and tomato soup dumplings )—and complimentary pink champagne served in the ladies’ room.

Awesome speakeasy style restaurant with an entrance through a pawn shop . Fun place to do tapas w/ friends. And of course they serve free champagne in the ladies restroom...no lies.

Do not miss the "Philly" pretzel , a yummy twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak . The caramelized shallots and Gruyère cheese sauce make it amazing.

Dark. Very stylish . Breath taking. Service was excellent. Absolutely nothing to complain about. Oh, and free champagne in the ladies room? 'Nuff said. Don't forget to make reservations to go though.

Definitely a trendy nightlife hot spot, but I was happily surprised by all the food. Don't miss the Tuna Sashimi , Lobster Mac & Cheese , Tomato Soup Dumplings and read about it on WinstonWanders below. Read more

Come to drink, but the food is the real deal. Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup dumplings are a must, but the ribs were really perfect and tender. Don't leave w/o stroking the furry wall

Everything on the menu is excellent! I specifically recommend the grilled cheese dumplings in tomato soup and the BBQ fries ! Yum. Perfect for a special occasion .

Ask your server to make your appetizers family style , so everyone gets a piece. Faves include: tomato tartare , pretzel , lobster tacos , foie . Skip the entrees and share everything.

The starters of the raw bar were incredibly delicious (tuna sashimi , salmon tartare , and poke tuna tacos ). The sweet potato ravioli were great as well . Vibe is very chic , with a speakeasy entrance.

Omg love this place. Grown up version of a Disneyland lol. Awesome food. Can't say any terrible things. Must try: grilled cheese dumpling , gargenelli, smore in a cup and devils sundae .

Lobster tacos were on-point and the steak was excellent. Also, the music is great too, which kept the environment festive . Highly recommend to go on a Friday evening to celebrate accolades.

Secretive and seductive , ensure you make a reservation . Great food menu and a good way to end the night with drinks . Be sure to enjoy the night early and stay on till it closes . One stop shop !

Come here dressed up. Beauty Elixir as a cocktail . Standout was the Thai Style Deep Fried Shrimp . Baby back ribs and Pan seared scallops . Make at least two trips to the ladies room.

Enter through the rustic pawn shop and suddenly reveal a whole secret lounge . Tapas dishes and exquisite cocktails , this is a great place to start the night. Free champagne in the bathroom ? Yes!

A deceptive store front.... inside is a great lounge spot... Love the white noise cocktail ...Great spot to catch a bite and drinks... dress up... get the meatballs and tomato soup ...

they have a tapas style for brunch which means you get to try all sorts of deliciousnesses! red velvet waffles , chicken biscuits , choc croissants , and eggs benedict were very good

a rare sceney place with delicious food in addition to a plethora of pseudo-fashion bloggers? go for the woodsman cocktail , tomato tartare , tuna poke , mushroom ravioli , scallops , and bone marrow !

Dope brunch spot for a group gathering ! The menu is very affordable and the music is dope! Check out the antique furniture store attached to this location!

Awesome brunch - great for groups . Interesting decor, good service . Eggs Benedict was cooked perfectly, 3 eggs on small bits of toast & thin slices of ham . Fireball hot cocoa shot? Yes please.

Great food and service in a hopping lower east side setting. The mole chicken , Brussels sprouts and donut box were all phenomenal.

The cocktails are amazing but the DJ was way off in music choices. Totally killed the vibe. It's a good place to start off the night, but not from start to finish.

Emerald Gimlet and Crimson and Clover cocktails are epic. The choice of tapas plates follow suit.

Had one of my very best nights here of my life. I only wish I could crystallize it forever. Good vibe, good friends, and good times. The promise of something more is almost just nothing more.

Started with the Emerald gimlet . Amazing. Eats; grilled cheese/tomato soup dumplings , eggplant flatbread , salmon ceviche , ribs and the burger . Everything was beyond delicious and great people watching

My home away from home. From impeccable shared plates to out-of-this-world cocktails , I would set up residence there if I could. At night, ladies should head to the powder room for the complimentary g Read more

Great spot to celebrate a birthday party or dinner , especially if you plan to go out for drinks or a club afterwards. It is in the heart of the Lower East Side.

Great spot to celebrate a birthday party or dinner , especially if you plan to go out for drinks or a club afterwards. It is in the heart of the Lower East Side.

What a fabulous place. Strong cocktails and amazing food. My favorites are Grilled Cheese , Bacon and Tomato Soup Dumplings , Thai Shrimp and Chicken Meatballls. WOW!!

Incredibly delicious and creative food. It's supposed to be tapas style but the main dishes are good portions. You should try a few starters as well though cos they're just that good.

1 of my top swanky restaurants-bars to start or end the night! Rock-n-rolla meets Gatsby meets harem vibe. Good, fun food & drinks to match.

Had a great brunch and cocktails with friends here. The highlight of the meal was the grilled cheese smoke bacon and tomato soup dumplings .

Best brunch I've ever had! Lemon & blackberry pancakes , red velvet waffles , cubano sandwiches , grilled cheese dumplings were all amazing! Loved the Geoffrey cocktail as well !

Hidden behind the rustic pawn shop !! Can't go wrong with Chicken Fried Oysters , Lobster 'Mac & Cheese ' and Roasted Bone Marrow !! Balance with some Kale & Apple Salad !!! Excellent service and food!!

I loved everything about this place. The vibe is super energetic and the food is really tasty. It was great for a late dinner before hitting the clubbies

I still fantasize about Beauty & Essex. Vanilla Beignets , Lemon Blackberry Pancakes , Creamy Mascarpone Grits ...you just can't go wrong. First place I'd go if I ever win the lotto.

Super cool hidden entrance through a pawn shop . Succulent jerk chicken and tasty garlic and chilli broccoli . Cool music too!

Cocktails tend to lean on the sweet side of things. You may have to consider the wine or bier if that is not your thing. Beautiful people and great ambiance.

Love the atmosphere! The first floor is more of a dining vibe, the second floor more of fun. Dessert could be better- do NOT get there smores jars! I thought no one can mess up smores but I was wrong.

Don't let the Pawn Shop store front fool you! There is another door from the inside of the shop that opens up to a gorgeous restaurant and lounge - cocktail menu is creative and food is fantastic.

The burger is definitely one of the best I've tasted. I ordered it rare and it was cooked perfectly. Also, the hot chocolate jägermeister shots are insanely delicious.

The raw bar appetizers are definitely where it’s at, but everything was prepared and presented to perfection. Overall wonderful dining experience!

A hidden place , u can't see from outside that it s a bar as many years ago when there were a dry law. Nice music&wine, 2 floors, so it can be suitable for dates and for big crowds.

Great bar with amazing tapas . I have been here multiple times and found it best to order a bunch of tapas and skip the larger main courses.

The food and service here are amazing. Great place to take someone special for dinner and then have a few cocktails afterwards and listen to the DJ .

The Bitches Say: A+. One of the best brunches we’ve ever had in our lives. Spectacular décor and ambiance, excellent service and amazing cuisine. Read more

Lemon ricotta pancakes with a side of bacon . Perfect spot for a ladies boozy brunch . Beautiful bougie decor.

Everything here is delicious from the food to the cocktails . My fav was the Lobster tacos , kale and apple salad , scallops and salmon .

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Yes, it's true, complimentary pink champagne is served in the ladies only lounge/restroom downstairs

Get the bone marrow , it's delicious! If you are a girl, use the ladies room! They give you a free glass of champagne when you leave! Fun, high-energy restaurant . Great with a group of people!