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A place · Restaurant · Lower East Side · on 1 of my list

Beauty & Essex.

Worth it, says Antonina. What truly sets them apart is the exceptional brunch spread, including the restaurant’s signature Oreo pancakes (stack of flapjacks held together by oreo filling).

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best brunch on the Lower East Side
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It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.

Best brunch on the Lower East Side

No. 5 on that list3 min from the subway
Worth it
  • SubwayF, J, M, Z to Delancey St-Essex St, 3 min
  • Address146 Essex St, New York, NY
  • Health gradeA, city inspection
  • From my guide, updated September 2026.

Beauty & Essex may initially confuse first-time visitors with its pawn shop exterior. Beyond the antique-adorned walls lies a stunning dining experience, with four dining rooms accessible via winding staircase.

This LES brunch restaurant spares no expense in creating an elegant atmosphere. From the two-story chandelier to designer jewelry for sale, every detail exudes sophistication. What truly sets them apart is the exceptional brunch spread, including the restaurant’s signature Oreo pancakes (stack of flapjacks held together by oreo filling).

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Beauty & Essex

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