The Essex Brasserie

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   Corey

   New York City

   25 reviews

   4.0

   25 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The savory food was excellent. Desserts were good to very good, but not great. Server was nice, but didn’t do a great job refilling water. The space seems to work better for the brasserie than it did for the previous iteration.
   

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   Daniel

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent service, delicious food in generous portions. Quiet atmosphere, beautifully decorated.
   

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   Jenna

   Connecticut

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Not only was the food impressive at The Essex Brasserie, but the ambiance and service was exceptional, as well. From wine to food to cocktails, our server was extremely knowledgeable about the menu, which made ordering lighthearted and breezy. With a party of 5, noise level could become a concern. But the volume was at a minimum all night, even as the dining room and bar filled up on a Saturday evening. Also, although the menu may seem pricey, the quality of food and generous servings more than make up for it - you are truly getting what you pay for. Although we loved everything we got, among our favorites were the Nantua Moules Frites, Lobster Thermidor, and the Filet (which was cooked to perfection). We will absolutely be back!
   

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   Ted

   Connecticut

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Classic French recipes at a reasonable value that reminded me of my time in Europe. Cassoulet and sole/fluke meunière are my favorites. Good wine list by glass, more than sufficient to pair with the individual menu items. Amazing complimentary bread/brioche.
   

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   Paul

   Orlando

   25 reviews

   3.0

   25 reviews

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   They are trying to do French bistro, but my beef short ribs were rubbed with 5-spice powder, an odd choice that I was willing to try. Unfortunately, the spices tasted unpleasantly burned. My wife had the duck salad and mussels, she was pleased with her meal. We were both disappointed that the cassoulet was only available Friday nights, but now we know. We’ll try again some Friday night. We’d love to see a restaurant succeed in this spot. One more thing, my wife’s french fries were sublime, just perfect.
   

   The Essex BrasserieResponded 7 days ago

   Paul, We did notice the short rib issue unfortunately,and that is 1000% an avoidable and solvable mistake on our part. We are so happy your wife loved her meal and french fries. We do do that cassoulet as a plate du jour on fridays, so we hope to see you on an upcoming friday. We would love to show you are new batch of course corrected short ribs that will be out of the oven by 5 pm this evening and we would love to show you the true nature of the dish. As far as the five spice, The Essex Brasserie is not a traditional French Bistro, we are a French Bistro with a New England Perspective. And the short rib, as is intended is a play on chinese take out beef and broccoli that has long been a favorite of our guests... when properly executed. We will reach out soon!
   

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   Mary

   New York City

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on 10 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The beet fusilli is a must try!! Different and absolutely delicious.
   

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   Rayzl

   New York City

   13 reviews

   4.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on 9 January 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We sat at the bar and had a great time. Peyton, the bartender was lovely and attentive. Mike, the manager, has a friendly and gentle manner. We noticed that Essex has a bunch of regulars which speaks to the steady quality of their culinary fare. We enjoyed happy hour as well as our entrees - we ate moules e frite, and truffle risotto. We capped off our meal with a creme brûlée which was excellent.
   

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   Brian

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   3rd time at The Essex. Food quality is top shelf. Eat at the bar and enjoy one of the best burgers you will ever have!
   

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   fred

   New York City

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 2 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent, informed service. Innovative preparations. Food was excellent. Plenty of adjacent parking.
   

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    Mary Ellen

    VIP

    Charleston

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4

    New years Eve , They did not have 3-4 of the main courses listed on the menu. The waitress was very pleasant but not very knowledgeable when coming to the menu . It was a very disjointed experience.
    

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