My first visit to Essex left a very good impression. I participated in Queens Feast and would recommend it! Small/medium plates are the name of the game at Essex. Sharing is caring. Their menu is expansive of dishes influenced from all corners of the globe. Therefore, there is something for everyone.
Yummy takeaways from my experience are the following: Anything served with their house made garlic naan bread, butter chicken dish, prime rib with pureed cauliflower, and the poke tuna tacos. There were at least a handful more items on the menu I will be going back to try.
Price wise, you're uptown, it is not the cheapest meal you'll find but you can tell the quality is worth it. The vibe is swanky and can be a great spot for after work drinks or a romantic date night.
They take reservations using open table.