# 'ESSEN

> Large establishment with classic NYC deli-style ambiance and spacious seating upstairs offers a clean, bright environment with soft jazz music. Energy is bustling early in the morning, attracting a mix of early birds and craftsmen. Mostly self-serve with a huge variety of choices including fruits, nuts, and oats.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/'ESSEN2

- Address: 519 8th Ave, New York, New York, United States
- Hours: Wednesday: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM Thursday: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday: 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM Monday: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM Tuesday: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Phone: +12122901515
- Website: https://essen-ny.shop/
- Google rating: 4.1 (1113 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Healthy Foods — 10/10
- Buffet — 8.8/10
- Lunch Spot — 8.6/10
- Breakfast — 8.5/10
- Deli — 8.3/10
- Food — 8.1/10
- Soup — 7.1/10
- Salad — 7.1/10
- Oatmeal — 7/10
- Dinner Spots — 6.7/10
- Bagels — 6.4/10
- Wraps — 6/10
- Japanese Food — 6/10
- Sandwich — 5.8/10

## What people say

- "I loved the variety of tasty options for breakfast."
- "The buffet has a huge selection of tasty Korean and oriental dishes."
- "I found plenty of healthy food choices, like fresh produce and salads."

## Good to know

- The buffet is billed by weight, which can add up quickly.
- Breakfast goes away at 11am but starts to be taken away around 10:30.
- You should arrive around 10:30 for the first wave of lunch launch.
- They charge extra if you pay by card.
- The location is convenient, situated right on 34th Street near Penn Station.

## Get this data directly

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than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real
reviewers say, with the statements behind every score.

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