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Beauty and Essex
From the team behind The Stanton Social comes Beauty & Essex, a grand 10,000 square foot restaurant, bar, & lounge in the heart of the lower east side.
The atmosphere of the space is both grand and intimate, moody and effervescent. Various rooms for lounging and dining unfold on two floors, like a large turn-of-the-century townhouse. Each room has its own unique elements that celebrate timeless jewelry designs and upscale jewelry stores.
The cuisine, much like at the Stanton Social, is multi-ethnic in inspiration, casually elegant, and designed for sharing at the table among friends and family. Where the Stanton Social"s menu is Chef Chris Santos' take on cocktail party classics and street foods from across the globe, Beauty & Essex is rooted in a bold bistro direction focusing on the reinvention of modern family style dining that is both whimsical and sophisticated.
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The atmosphere of the space is both grand and intimate, moody and effervescent. Various rooms for lounging and dining unfold on two floors, like a large turn-of-the-century townhouse. Each room has its own unique elements that celebrate timeless jewelry designs and upscale jewelry stores.
The cuisine, much like at the Stanton Social, is multi-ethnic in inspiration, casually elegant, and designed for sharing at the table among friends and family. Where the Stanton Social"s menu is Chef Chris Santos' take on cocktail party classics and street foods from across the globe, Beauty & Essex is rooted in a bold bistro direction focusing on the reinvention of modern family style dining that is both whimsical and sophisticated.
691 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 691 reviews
5 stars
(317)
4 stars
(285)
3 stars
(58)
2 stars
(23)
1 star
(8)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Beauty and Essex Reviews List
Review 1 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic!
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Dined on 5/22/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Absolutely brilliant experience. Great food, service and atmosphere."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything we tried was delicious. Attentive and helpful staff. Interesting fit out. Enjoyed it all."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food, great ambiance, and excellent service. Cocktails are great!"
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
birthday brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"took a friend of mine there for brunch on saturday the 18th and we had a wonderful time. drank mimosas and ate the following: eggs benedict, watermelon/avocado/mint salad, mac & cheese, huevos rancheros, and petite cupcakes. bill came to about $180, so it's not cheap, but it was nice for a special occasion and we didn't feel overly stuffed at the end. although I wanted a nap after the mimosas! I'd like to go back at night for drinks, but I heard it gets a bit pretentious and trendy. I would like to try out the champagne in the ladie's lounge though!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a fantastic place - loved it! Quirky, great service and delicious food. Have been recommending it ever since we visited. It deserves to do well."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Both cozy and pulsating
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great atmosphere, impeccable food and an intresting drink list. Our waiter was very professional and nice to us and the service was fast and altogether great. A nice bar with good looking people were we stayed a while after the dinner. I recommend this place."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 7 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved it!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nothing short of amazing. Couldn't have enjoyed myself more. Cool spot with great service, unique dishes and fantastic music. Now go there!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 8 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Bomb.com-- Love this place !
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place made an evenig with some of my closest and long time friends the most memorable evening. The setting, the food enriched our conversation and made for an amazing night. The service was impeccable and the food was simply GREAT !
It is now my new favorite spot. I fear telling too many people about this gem because I may never get another reservation again. An excellent place and highly recommend it."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Return to the scene of the crime.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First visit Feb. 2012, - celebrating large work accomplishment. 18 people & we just tore it up from the floor up! Loved It! Most recent visit Sat May 18th 2013. Party of 5. A little more conservative but still ready to play! Adonis, no kidding his real name was our server and very professional, knew his stuff, attentive, funny and very personable. Some members of our party had a few allergy concerns and we were accommodated as needed and nicely done. Food was Extraordinary. Lobster Tacos, great! Salmon, pasta, Filet slice ordered Medium and came out Medium well was a little bummer but flavor won out the over cooking. Beauty and Essex lived up to my expectations as I was the recommending this place for our little party!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very good experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beauty & essex was so much fun! Food and ambiance are amazing! This is a trendy place for your nights out!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 11 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Brunch at Beauty and Essex
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The decor is great and so is the food. We found the servive at the table somewhat rushed and inattentive. Overall a very good place for brunch."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, hot spot
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Review 12 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A classy surprise
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great time. This is a very cool restaurant. A hidden gem. It was recommended to me by a family friend and we were so glad we went."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 13 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
No disappointment!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Friends of mine from So. Cal. had been there the week before and it was upon their recommendation that I went with my friends. Being a designer I was impressed with the design. The light fixtures and unusual arrangements were clever. The service was superb...very attentive. I am vegetarian and there was quite a few things to choose from and I wasn't disappointed. Different tastes with a twist. Great wines by the glass. Very hip place."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 14 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Terrible service, Stacey!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been to Beauty & Essex several times, but my most recent visit was incredibly disappointing.
I asked for the tuna tacos without cilantro and they came with cilantro. No big deal. I'm allergic to cilantro, so I asked our server to remake it. However, our waitress STACEY had the audacity to call me a liar & tried to charge me for an extra one instead of correcting her mistake. She literally argued with the entire table, insisting that it was my mistake not hers. Bottom line, her attitude was absolutely unacceptable.
I don't know about you, but when I'm ordering 10+ courses, multiple bottles of wine & cocktails I'd prefer to be treated with a little more respect. With all the amazing food in this city, I doubt I'll be back anytime soon."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 15 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impressive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a really fun night here. I had 4 visitors from Australia and wanted to take them somewhere fun and impress them with a unique New York dining experience- but without the condescending or initmidating atmosphere and a huge bill at the end.
Beauty and Essex was perfect. Our waiter was super friendly and helpful, answered all our questions and made great recommendations, and adjusted the serving sizes of our share plates.
Cocktails were really nice too."
Cocktails were really nice too."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 16 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Fashion wanna be
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The decoration and setting is really amazing, however, once you pass that, it's just another one of these big restaurants, a meatpacking factory kind of.
All NY restaurants are loud but this is above anything I've been to. The music is way to loud to have dinner with friends.
I thought I was going to a fasion, intimate LES restaurant...
On the positive side, the food was very good and the staff was nice.
6 girls, 2 bottle of wine, about $56/pers + tip."
All NY restaurants are loud but this is above anything I've been to. The music is way to loud to have dinner with friends.
I thought I was going to a fasion, intimate LES restaurant...
On the positive side, the food was very good and the staff was nice.
6 girls, 2 bottle of wine, about $56/pers + tip."
Dined on 5/15/2013
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Review 17 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Went downhill
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food we ordered is a mix of tapas that are smaller than a Kit Kat bar and what comes inside is unknown despite the description. Impossible to know what you are actually eating. Service is mediocre too and the people cheesy and ugly. This place is going downhill."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 18 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I took my Mom for Mother's Day and she really enjoyed herself! We loved the restaurant's atmosphere, staff and the FOOD!!! I will definitely be back!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 19 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Time!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Recently went to B&E to celebrate a birthday. We were a party of 6 and the ONLY draw back was having to wait an hour for our table - even with a reservation. Great food, Great service, and a very energetic, fun atmosphere made it well worth the wait!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 20 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fun
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fun atmosphere. Some place where you should go on a special occasion or simply before a night out. The service is excellent, the cocktails are amazing and each dish is better than the last. This should be on everyone's bucketlist!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 21 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hotspot with interesting menu
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was jumping for a Monday night and seemed like the coolest place in town. If you love share plates this is the spot for you. Ladies, be sure to go to the loo for a great surprise."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: hot spot, special occasion
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Review 22 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
the place I was looking for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hello,
My wife and I, along with another couple, were looking for a hot place in NYC since we only had to kights to spend in that marvelous city, this was it...
My wife and I, along with another couple, were looking for a hot place in NYC since we only had to kights to spend in that marvelous city, this was it...
Totally recomend it."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 23 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bartenders were amazing and informative. Waitress extremely helpful and insightful (gave us tips on what her favorites were) and she was on point. Food was simply amazing."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 24 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
best place in NYC
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"loved everything cant wait to go again"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 25 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fabulous meal, Great Service, Nice vibe! We loved it!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 26 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hype or Hooray?
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lovely room, very attentive service, good explanation of the dishes. Sharing (amongst 3) not so good when two like seafood, one likes deep fried, one wants healthy choices - and it's made clear that its "share or nothing". Difficult. Main problem was that the food was a little bland, the lobster roll was firstly forgotten and then delivered cold, the scallops were meh. That's three out of six! So, more hype than hooray."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 27 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is family style to share with the table which is great for big groups or romantic settings. They have an amazing menu and the vibe is very trendy. Would recommend it to anyone."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 28 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved the food, ambience,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved the food, ambience, wait staff and clientele. Worth the trip downtown!!!"
Dined on 04/28/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 29 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A perfect dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great concept, delicious food lovely fun and hip atmosphere
Wonderful dining experience;)"
Wonderful dining experience;)"
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 30 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing time!! Food delicious,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing time!! Food delicious, wine delictable, free champagne in the ladies room...priceless!"
Dined on 04/29/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food great. Atmosphere energetic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time there with my wife (just 2 of us). We are foodies so our expectations were high. The food & desserts were great & our server was knowledgeable & attentive. The bus service was attentive too yet discrete. We sat at 2-top near kitchen entry which was distracting - too much staff traffic and we could feel the floor/table vibrate because of the staff traffic. The noise level is extremely loud and the lighting was dark - could not read menu -we had to hold it near candle. We'd still return again for special occasion."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 32 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great atmosphere, food excellent,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great atmosphere, food excellent, just a little too noisy, but still fun; we were late for reservation and had to wait a half hour more."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 33 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hard to get to this place,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hard to get to this place, it is also quite pricey for the size of a portion but it is totally worth it.
Good for different occasions and everything is made for sharing. Quite good cocktail menu and decent wine list.
And the most important - food - it is just amazing. Make sure you have at least one order of dumplings.
PS If you went to Stanton Social in 2008 and liked it this is the place for you"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 34 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
LOVED IT. Perfect place to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"LOVED IT. Perfect place to bring a crew of UHBs. The crowd was not 100% YRP, but what venue can achieve such a high goal. Take the back staircase if you are a celebrity. The front stair was far too populated."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 35 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
some dishes excellent, some
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"some dishes excellent, some mediocre. noise was defeaning."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 36 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great fun people watching
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great fun people watching place."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 37 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Do not expect to be able to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Do not expect to be able to hear your companions. The noise level is high! This is a place to smile, party and mingle while enjoying a great atmosphere, good food and service."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 38 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Beautifully designed restaurant with good service and wonderful food. Only complaint was noise level which made conversation difficult."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 39 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Yuckkkk. What happened to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Yuckkkk. What happened to this place? Stay far away unless you are looking for a very generic experience."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
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Review 40 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Too much attitude
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Too much attitude going on at this place. We had an 8pm reservation and weren't seated until 8.42pm. I went back to the check in 3 times - no apology, no politeness, just a feeling of "you should be lucky we're even considering seating you, go back to the bar and wait until we call you". Too many great restaurants in NYC to have such an attitude."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2007
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 41 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great atmosphere and lively.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great atmosphere and lively. Great decor and fabulous cocktails"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 42 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Late late
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Had an 815 pm reservation was seated at 10pm"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2003
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 43 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food is good but overly
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is good but overly priced. It is worth going once but before you go, note that it is very very loud. The music is loud and so you have to almost shout to hear your friends. Everyone around is shouting so the noise level goes up even more. The restaurant has a club vibe and if you are in your 20s, you might like it. We will not be going back."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 44 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The music was too loud and
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The music was too loud and the food was greasy - the lobster hash had no hint of lobster in the dish."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2007
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Review 45 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and great atmosphere!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Absolutely loved Beauty & Essex. The street view is deceiving which makes it even more great. Plus everything is meant to be shared so it makes it fun. And the food is amazing!!!!!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 46 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Way too noisy. Hard to maintain
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Way too noisy. Hard to maintain a conversation at the table without shouting."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 47 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What an amazing evening! From the moment we walked into the funky entrance showcasing retro toys to a box of donuts at the end of the evening...we couldn't have been happier. Our waitress was attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and smiled the entire time. Food was top notch! We loved the chicken meatballs, watermelon and avocado salad, eggplant pizzette and black bottom butterscotch pot de creme. Oh and did I mention the box of donuts? Can't wait to return on our next trip to NYC!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Reservations went smooth.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Reservations went smooth. Great atmosphere and loved the tapas! Came here for my 30th birthdayAnd will definitely be back!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 49 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very nice, smart casual restaurant.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very nice, smart casual restaurant. When you walk in it seems like a store that sells miscellaneous objects and then you walk through the main door and it's a huge, dimly lit, fancy space. It was quite a surprise. Food was amazing as well."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 50 for Beauty and Essex
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Enjoyed the food and atmosphere,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed the food and atmosphere, but the service was incredibly rushed. They took plates away before the courses were finished!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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