Meat •
Fish •
Cheese •
Fruit • Vegetables • Coffee • Prepared Foods • Beer •
Meat • Fish • Cheese • Fruit • Vegetables • Coffee • Prepared Foods • Beer •
over 30
Vendors •
85
Years •
over 30 Vendors • 85 Years •
heart of the neighborhood
For over a century, Essex Market has served as a gathering place on the Lower East Side—a vibrant hub for small businesses, offering a range of fresh, high-quality food and services for locals and visitors alike. With year-round community cooking classes, special events and more, there is always something happening at the market.
Come be part of our rich history and thriving community!
Monday - Saturday
8AM - 8PM
sunday
10AM - 6PM
Individual vendor, holiday, and restaurant hours may differ.
Our Vendors
Essex Market is home to more than 30 unique vendors—the heart of our community.
Learn more about our family of vendors and individual hours on our vendor page.
Michelin-awarded restaurant serving the forgotten flavors of India.
100+ spices, specialty Mediterranean goods, and olive oils sourced from a family farm in Morocco.
Dominican family-owned grocery specializing in imported produce like plantains and yuca.
Pocket-sized eatery with an eclectic menu of diner fare.
Outpost of iconic Chinatown Ice Cream shop with unique flavors.
Peruvian fare known for rotisserie chicken and fresh ceviche.
Gourmet cheese and pantry items with imported specialties.
New York bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and more.
Used, rare, and new vinyl, plus in-store performances and unique gifts.
Full-service bakery with freshly baked breads, pastries, and coffee.
Authentic Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine.
Nonprofit gallery and artist space focused on connecting local residents with contemporary art.
Full-service barber shop with over 50 years of experience.
Husband-and-wife-owned butcher shop with 22 years at Essex Market and the greatest variety of meats on the Lower East Side.
Family-owned seafood purveyor serving fresh fish cleaned to order for over 25 years.
Dessert classics, from puddings to cupcakes.
Specialty coffee with a large selection of beans from their own roastery.
Berlin-style döner kebabs and bowls.
Swedish snack shop with smoked fish, Swedish meatballs and more.
Beer bar counter with a rotating tap and specialty craft cans.
Upcoming events
Fresh Bites
Join us for a free cooking and nutrition workshop in Essex Kitchen! We’re turning seasonal fruits and vegetables from the market into tasty, affordable meals.
Meets every Thursday from 10AM-11AM, with Spanish translation.
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