'ESSEN Info
Amenities
Service options
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No-contact delivery
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Delivery
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Takeout
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Dine-in
Highlights
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Fast service
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Great coffee
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Great tea selection
Popular for
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
Offerings
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Healthy options
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Quick bite
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Salad bar
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Vegan options
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Vegetarian options
Dining options
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Catering
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Dessert
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Seating
Amenities
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Restroom
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Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
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Casual
Crowd
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Groups
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Tourists
Planning
Payments
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
Children
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Good for kids
Best WLM Reviews
Their breakfast buffet is top-notch, and the wait is quick! This place runs like a well-oiled machine, thanks to the super-efficient staff. You can be in and out in under five minutes—perfect for busy mornings!
Lunch can get a bit hectic with the crowds, but the staff’s impressive speed keeps your wait time to pay under five minutes. It’s a lively atmosphere, and you’ll be ready to tackle your day in no time!
One suggestion: it would be even better if they offered sriracha sauce to spice things up!
However, a minor criticism is the pricing; for instance, a small box of sushi costs $7.50 but has jumped to $9. A little adjustment there would make the experience even better!
Essen Deli on 290 Madison Avenue offers a delightful array of food options, perfect for takeout. Their buffet is a standout, featuring a wide variety of dishes that cater to diverse tastes. The salad bar is fresh and plentiful, providing numerous healthy choices. For those craving something warm and comforting, the ramen and hot food selections are excellent, with rich flavors and satisfying portions. Overall, Essen Deli is a go-to spot for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious and varied meal on the go. Whether you're in the mood for something light or hearty, they have something to satisfy every craving.-- Julie P
This is one of those food hall kinds of places with lots of variety inside, built to deliver fast food for the people working in the area. They have pre-made, prepackaged, and also assembly food.
The prepackaged food has some options that are more perishable than others. For example, the mochi I got was already moldy when I opened it.
Pre-made hot food has a good selection, same as cold food. You can find steak, chicken, noodles, and lots of mixes. However, if you come at an off time, the food will have been sitting there and getting overcooked on the hot plate.
Assembly food includes stations at the back of the store has options like udon noodle soup, fried rice, and the like. You pick proteins and vegetables to go with a generic base. It's inoffensive, ultimately just fills you up, but is nothing super amazing.
Overall, this is a lunch staple spot for some people, but I would prefer to spend my lunch hour somewhere else.
Lovely place for breakfast in Madison Avenue! Their coffee is super delicious and always freshly brewed! I love the hazelnut coffee ☕️ as it always has amazing after taste. The place is great for families with children as there’re many options for different breakfast preferences!
There is a station for freshly made sandwiches where you can get egg sandwiches
A station for prepared hot food, fruits, vegetables, oatmeal and a juicing bar. If you are there don’t miss trying their peanut butter wraps!
While the food is indeed fresh, the prices are atrocious. Especially if you do order on app delivery services.
A plain turkey sandwhich, literally not even mayo or cheese. Close to $8. I understand rent needs to be made. But an extra couple ingredients goes a long way.
We came here when visiting NYC 5 years ago so made a special trip back there. Huge range of items to choose from and you pay by weight, great healthy options, very busy and seems to be popular with local workers. My photo is my mix of guacamole, fish, sesame chicken, cauliflower, broccoli
This place is like a canteen. Nice, spacious, clean and neat and of course you need the vaccine card to stay in. They have many different kinds of food that you can choose Western and Asian as well. And I love the Smoothies Corner my favorites are Cucumber Protein (Juice) and Funky Monkey (Smothie). Their dumplings and shiumai are must try!
Bought oatmeal for breakfast and I must admit, it was very good. However, I then purchased mixed nuts to take to the office, and when I was ready to open the package, I noticed two winged bugs walking around amidst the nuts. Disgusting. In a sealed package, too.!
Quick Facts About 'ESSEN
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 05:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 05:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 05:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Thursday | 05:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Friday | 05:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Saturday | 06:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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