The Balcony at ESSEX NYC

About this space

The stunning upper-level balcony space of Essex NYC features 2 massive open-air balconies overlooking our elegant bar on one side, and our back area dining space on the other.

The upstairs balcony also features a wrap-around stool seating area overlooking the bar, in a unique L shape, and its own private bar.

Event offers and packages

HOST A BAR PARTY FOR UP TO 200 GUESTS OR BOOK PER HOUR AT:

3-COURSE PRIX FIXE DINNER
90 Per Guest | Includes 2-Hour Open Bar
120 Per Guest | Includes 2-Hour Premium Open Bar

COCKTAIL PARTIES
100 Per Guest | Includes 2-Hour Open Bar
125 Per Guest | Includes 2-Hour Premium Open Bar

DINNER WITH COCKTAIL HOUR
130 Per Guest Includes 3-Hour Open Bar
165 Per Guest Includes a 3-Hour Premium Open Bar
Dessert Course 7

Dinner Parties

$90 per person

3-COURSE PRIX FIXE DINNER
90 Per Guest | Includes 2-Hour Open Bar
120 Per Guest | Includes 2-Hour Premium Open Bar

Starters
ARTISANAL BURRATA
Orange | Radicchio | Croutons
Smoked Sea Salt | Truffle Dressing (v)
CRISPY SHRIMP WONTONS
Scallions | Lardo | Chili-Mango Sauce (gf)
CHARRED SPANISH OCTOPUS
‍White Bean Purée| Capers | Pimentón | EVOO (gf)
GOLDEN BEET SALAD
Rainbow Carrots | Smoked Feta
Toasted Sunflower Seeds | Herb Pesto (gf)
FAROE ISLAND SALMON CRUDO
Watermelon Radish | Pickled Fresno Chilis
Sesame Yogurt | Ginger-Lemon Vinaigrette (gf)
ESSEX LAMB MEATBALLS
Parmesan Crostini | Spiced Tomato Sugo

Mains
ANGUS NY STRIP STEAK
Rosemary Fries | Herb Salad | Peppercorn Sauce (gf)
SEARED STRIPED BASS
Cannellini Beans | Saffron | Fennel Broth (gf)
WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO
Parmesan Crisps | Mascarpone | Kibbeh Spice (gf, v)
ORGANIC FRENCH CUT CHICKEN BREAST
Creamy Kale | Cipollini Onions | Fingerling Potatoes (gf)
HOMEMADE GOAT CHEESE & FIG RAVIOLI
Lemon Butter | Walnuts | Arugula Pesto (v)
GRILLED CAULIFLOWER STEAK
Sautéed Spinach | Crispy Shallots
Nigella Seeds | Coconut-Saffron Sauce (gf, vegan)

Dessert
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING
Vanilla Bean Gelato | Dates | Toffee Sauce (v)
CHOCOLATE GANACHE TART
Macerated Berries | Mascarpone Cream (v)
SEASONAL GELATOS & SORBETS
Fresh Berries (gf, vegan)

Open Bar includes beer, champagne, wine by the glass & all well-liquor cocktails, including pitchers. Shots are not included.
Premium Open Bar includes the above Open Bar drinks plus most call liquors such as Jameson, Tito's & Bulleit.

Cocktail Parties

$100 per person

100 Per Guest | Includes 2-Hour Open Bar
125 Per Guest | Includes 2-Hour Premium Open Bar

Choice Of 6 Appetizers + Crudites Platters
Cheeseburger Empanadas
Truffle Mac 'n' Cheese Tarts (v)
Mozzarella Caprese Skewers (v,gf)
Tuna Tartare with Crispy Chickpeas (gf)
Phyllo Triangles with
Sheep’s Milk Cheese & Spinach (v)
Veal Meatballs Pomodoro
Beet, Goat Cheese & Pistachio Skewers (v, gf)
Mini Potato Pancakes with
Apple Sauce (vegan, gf)
Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders
Mini Beef Wellingtons
Mini Lump Crab Cakes
Pigs in the Blanket
Mozzarella Caprese Skewers (v, gf)
Vegetable Potstickers (vegan, gf)
House Smoked Salmon Roulade,
Herb-Crème Fraiche & Salmon Roe
Grilled Shrimp & Chorizo Skewers(gf)
Cheddar Burger Sliders
Mushroom & Smokey Blue Cheese
& Salsa Verde Flatbread (v)
Shrimp Wontons with Chili-Mango Dip
Duck Meatballs with Hoisin Sauce

Optional Upgrades
DINNER BUFFET $30-$60
ADDITIONAL PASSED APPETIZER $10-$15
CARVING STATION $20-$25
CHILLED SEAFOOD STATION $20-$30
CHEESE & FRUIT STATION $10-$15
PASTA STATION $15-$20
DESSERT STATION $10-$15

‍Open Bar includes beer, champagne, wines by the glass & all well liquor cocktails, including pitchers of mojitos, sangria & margaritas . Shots are not included.

Premium Open Bar includes the above Open Bar drinks plus most call liquors such as Jameson’s, Grey Goose & Maker’s Mark. It does not include single malt scotches, single barrel bourbons, VSOP cognacs & other top shelf items such as Patron.

Dinner with Cocktail Hour

$130 per person

130 Per Guest Includes 3-Hour Open Bar
165 Per Guest Includes 3-Hour Premium Open Bar
Dessert Course 7

Passed Appetizer Cocktail Hour
(choose 4 items)
Truffle Mac 'n' Cheese Tarts (v)
Mini Potato Pancakes with
Apple Sauce (vegan, gf)
Pigs in the Blanket
Beet, Goat Cheese &
Pistachio Skewers (v, gf)
Mozzarella Caprese Skewers (v,gf)
Tuna Tartare with Crispy Chickpeas (gf)
Mozzarella Caprese Skewers (v, gf)
Mushroom, Smokey Blue Cheese
& Salsa Verde Flatbread (v)
Vegetable Potstickers (vegan, gf)
House Smoked Salmon Roulade,
Herb-Crème Fraiche & Salmon Roe
Grilled Shrimp & Chorizo Skewers(gf)
Shrimp Wontons with Chili-Mango Dip

Starters
ARTISANAL BURRATA
Orange | Radicchio | Croutons
Smoked Sea Salt | Truffle Dressing (v)
CRISPY SHRIMP WONTONS
Scallions | Lardo | Chili-Mango Sauce (gf)
CHARRED SPANISH OCTOPUS
‍White Bean Purée| Capers | Pimentón | EVOO (gf)
GOLDEN BEET SALAD
Rainbow Carrots | Smoked Feta
Toasted Sunflower Seeds | Herb Pesto (gf)
FAROE ISLAND SALMON CRUDO
Watermelon Radish | Pickled Fresno Chilis
Sesame Yogurt | Ginger-Lemon Vinaigrette (gf)
ESSEX LAMB MEATBALLS
Parmesan Crostini | Spiced Tomato Sugo

Mains
ANGUS NY STRIP STEAK
Rosemary Fries | Herb Salad | Peppercorn Sauce (gf)
SEARED STRIPED BASS
Cannellini Beans | Saffron | Fennel Broth (gf)
WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO
Parmesan Crisps | Mascarpone | Kibbeh Spice (gf, v)
ORGANIC FRENCH CUT CHICKEN BREAST
Creamy Kale | Cipollini Onions | Fingerling Potatoes (gf)
HOMEMADE GOAT CHEESE & FIG RAVIOLI
Lemon Butter | Walnuts | Arugula Pesto (v)
GRILLED CAULIFLOWER STEAK
Sautéed Spinach | Crispy Shallots
Nigella Seeds | Coconut-Saffron Sauce (gf, vegan)

Open Bar includes beer, champagne, wine by the glass & all well liquor cocktails, including pitchers. Shots are not included.
Premium Open Bar includes the above Open Bar drinks plus most call liquors such as Jameson, Tito's & Bulleit

Prices

Sunday

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100 per person

Per session

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100

Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

For bar parties, there is a $25 per person minimum spend. For sit-down dinners, and holiday or corporate cocktail parties, we offer food and drink packages starting at $45 a person. For group brunches, we offer packages starting at $25 per person.

Monday

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100 per person

Per session

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100

Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Tuesday

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100 per person

Per session

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100

Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Wednesday

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100 per person

Per session

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100

Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Thursday

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100 per person

Per session

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100

Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Friday

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100 per person

Per session

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100

Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Saturday

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100 per person

Per session

5:00 pm – 2:30 am

from $100

Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include sales tax.

Capacity

Standing

up to 90

Dining

up to 70

Catering and drinks

Facilities

Air conditioning

Free on-street parking

Paid parking facilities available nearby

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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About ESSEX NYC

Experience boozy brunches, happy hours & New American dinners, and 2-level party space for groups anywhere from 20-260 in a warehouse-like space with balcony seating.

This venue features an upscale bar, fine dining, casual party dining, and when applicable, a DJ to make your event the most elite space you could ever imagine - FOR FREE.