The Essex Brasserie

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   Paul

   Orlando

   26 reviews

   3.0

   26 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   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 1 day 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 5 days ago

   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 6 days ago

   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 January 2, 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 January 2, 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 January 1, 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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   Kristina

   Charlotte

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 31, 2024

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

   We had a fantastic NYE dinner at The Essex! The food was delicious and we loved the cocktails. The waitstaff was extremely attentive. We will definitely be back!
   

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   Joseph

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   19 reviews

   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on December 31, 2024

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

   We had the New Year’s Eve Prix Frix menu. Food was excellent. Portions were large, ended up taking much of the main course home. Definitely will be back!
   

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   Ed

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   New York City

   29 reviews

   5.0

   29 reviews

   Dined on December 27, 2024

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

   Our 2nd visit. Came for the lobster bisque, stayed for the Beef Wellington and beef bourguignon! Excellent.
   

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    david

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    New York City

    28 reviews

    2.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

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

    Had the Bronzino. It was not fresh, over spiced and over cooked The beet salad was good The onion soup was like glue Service was good. The waiter really tried to make our experience pleasant
    

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