Essex | NYC’s Hidden Alleyway Gem 🍷✨
When six picky friends all agree a meal slaps, you know it’s legit. Essex—a tiny Rivington St secret—delivers $45 Restaurant Week magic with zero misses. Here’s the group-approved rundown: 🍽️ Standout Stars 🐑 Lamb Shank (★★★★★) • Fall-off-bone tender = hungry dude approved. 🐚 Scallops (★★★★★) • Buttery sear + French salt-kiss = appetizer MVP. 🍣 Yellowtail Crudo (★★★★★) • Citrus confetti = summer on a plate. Hot Take: That "I’d lick the scallop plate" urge? Same. 💡 Why It’s Special ✅ No-reservations vibe = speakeasy energy. ✅ Portions = shareable (but you won’t want to). ⚠️ Skip if: You hate tight tables (it’s cozy chaos). Pro Tip: Weekday dinners = easier seating. 🍷 Perfect For • Date nights = moody lighting. • Group hangs = loud laughter welcome. Q: Team Scallops or Team Lamb? #NYCHiddenGems #RestaurantWeekSteal #GroupDining