For over 100 years, Essex Market has served as a gathering place for the Lower East Side community.

we are new york city’s most historic public market.

Our mission is to foster small business, and to serve the community with fresh and high quality food & services.

Our diverse family of vendors offers a wide array of unique and delicious products — from fresh grocery items, to prepared meals, to flowers and gifts. You can even visit an art exhibit or get a haircut!

 
 

Keeping the Lower East Side Fresh Since 1940

Our vendors all have an individual story and distinctive personality that add flavor and a special touch to their offerings. These are the people that give a true and genuine neighborhood feel to our historic public market.

 
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A vibrant slice of old New York.
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MARKET EVENTS

in the press

article • New York Times

Dhamaka and Shopsins Make New York Time’s Top 100 Restaurants

ARTICLE • Tasting table

17 Best Gourmet Grocery Stores In NYC

article • curbed

Formaggio Essex Named One of New York’s Best Cheese Shops

video • nbc new york

Bite Into The First-Ever Bombolone Fest For Biscoff-Filled Sweets

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