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Beauty & Essex

A pawn shop gives way to a happening restaurant & lounge serving creative American fare & cocktails.

Closed · Opens 5 PM
146 Essex Street, Manhattan 10002
Dine-In
A
Inspected Feb 17, 2026
What to order: Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Dumplings · Grilled Double Cut Lamb Chops · ‘LES, NYC’ Doughnuts · Tuna Poke Wonton Tacos
Heads up:long waits on busy nights · chaotic bill‑splitting for large groups
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breakfastlunchcocktailsdessertcoffeevegetarian friendlygood for groupswheelchair accessible

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Safety notes

From the Feb 17, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.

Safety notes:3
  • CriticalCold food too warm

    Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.

  • MinorPesticide misuse

    Pesticides were used or stored improperly, or applied by someone unlicensed.

  • MinorPoor ventilation

    Ventilation can't keep up with the grease, steam, or smoke.

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5 PM - 10 PM
Wednesday
5 PM - 10 PM
Thursday
5 PM - 11 PM
Friday
5 PM - 12 AM
Saturday
5 PM - 12 AM
Sunday
5 PM - 10 PM