Login / Register

Enter Your Address

ADDRESS Please enter your address
Essen

Essen

 
Information
Essen

Essen

290 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10017 24 hours minimum notice required for placement of a catered order. 24 hours minimum notice required for CANCELLATION of a catered order. Failure to cancel within the required time will result in a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the total.
 

Ordering Hours
SundayClosed
Monday7 AM - 3:45 PM
Tuesday7 AM - 3:45 PM
Wednesday7 AM - 3:45 PM
Thursday7 AM - 3:45 PM
Friday7 AM - 3:45 PM
SaturdayClosed

Breakfast Menu  

Continental Breakfast
7.95 per person, 6 person minimum. Assorted bagels, muffins, danish and croissants. Served with cream cheese, butter, and preserves. Vegetarian.
$7.95
Fresh Fruit Platter
8.95 per person, 6 person minimum.
$8.95
The Working Breakfast
18.95 per person, 6 person minimum. Includes individual yogurt parfaits, assorted bagels, muffins, danish and croissants, butter, cream cheese, preserves, orange juice, and coffee.
$18.95
Yogurt Parfait
8.95 per person, 6 person minimum. Served with granola and berries
$8.95
Breakfast Sandwiches Platter
9.95 per person, 6 person minimum. Includes assorted breakfast sandwiches.
$9.95
Hot Breakfast Buffet
17.95 per person, 10 person minimum. Your choices of breakfast entree, breakfast meat and potatoes, and scrambled eggs.
$17.95
Fruit Salad
7.95 per person, 6 person minimum.
$7.95
New York Bagel Platter
8.75 per person, 6 person minimum. Includes assorted bagels and your choice of three cream cheeses.
$8.75
Avocado Toast
11.95 per person, 6 person minimum. Avocado, tomato, red onion, and olive oil on toasted bread.
$11.95
Pastry, Fruit and Cheese Tray
14.95 per person, 6 person minimum. Assorted pastries and cheese, crackers, grapes, and berries.
$14.95
Oatmeal Bar
9.95 per person, 6 person minimum. Everything you need to make your own oatmeal bowl, including oatmeal, seasonal fruit, raisins, granola, honey, and brown sugar.
$9.95
Salmon and Bagel Platter
19.95 per person, 10 person minimum. Includes smoked salmon, assorted bagels, capers, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and cream cheese.
$19.95
French Toast Sticks
9.95 per person, 6 person minimum.
$9.95
Pancakes
9.95 per person, 6 person minimum.
$9.95
Tater Tots
4.50 per person, 6 person minimum.
$4.50
French Toast
6.95 per person, 6 person minimum.
$6.95
Cereal with Milk
6.50 per person, 6 person minimum.
$6.50
Breakfast On The Go Box
14.95 per person, 6 person minimum. Each box includes your choice of breakfast bread, fruit salad, and orange juice.
$14.95

Boxed Lunches  

The Basic Box
18.95 per person, 10 person minimum. Sandwich or wrap, bag of potato chips, chocolate chip cookie or piece of fruit.
$18.95
Salad Boxed Lunch
22.95 per person, 10 person minimum. Choice of any entree salad. Includes fresh fruit salad or cookie.
$22.95
The Deluxe Box
20.95 per person, 10 people minimum. Each box includes your choices of sandwich or wrap and side, fruit salad, and chocolate chip cookie.
$20.95

Appetizers  

Fresh Fruit and Cheese Platter
12.95 person, minimum 6 people. Includes assorted cheeses, grapes, berries, and crackers.
$12.95
Crudite Platter
9.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Includes assorted fresh vegetables, chipotle-ranch dip, and roasted red pepper hummus.
$9.95
Guacamole
10.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served with tortilla chips.
$10.95
Hummus
10.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served with pita chips.
$10.95

Salads  

Greek Salad Side Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Romaine with feta, tomato, chickpeas, cucumber, dill, and olives.
$8.95
Essen Side Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Mixed greens with cherry tomatoes, apple, walnuts, and feta cheese.
$8.95
House Garden Side Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Iceberg with cucumber, tomato, carrots, and peppers.
$8.95
Kale Caesar Side Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Kale with croutons, parmesan, and caesar dressing.
$8.95
Italian Grilled Chicken Salad
16.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Arugula and radicchio with grilled chicken, mozzarella, and grilled vegetables.
$16.95
Moroccan Salmon Salad
24.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Greens with couscous and roasted brussels sprouts.
$24.95
Citrus Chicken Salad
16.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Greens with citrus chicken, apples, grapes, dried cranberries, candied walnuts, and feta.
$16.95
Kale Chicken Caesar Salad
15.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Kale with grilled chicken, croutons, and parmesan.
$15.95
Cobb Salad
16.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Greens with grilled chicken, avocado, bacon, orange, tomato, and blue cheese.
$16.95
Grilled Steak Fajita Salad
18.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Romaine with grilled steak, onions, peppers, corn, black beans, avocado, cilantro, tortilla chips, and chipotle-ranch dressing. Spicy.
$18.95
Sliced Thai Beef Salad
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Asian greens with thai beef and stir-fired vegetables.
$17.95
Grilled Vegetable Salad
15.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Field greens with grilled vegetables, goat cheese, fried cranberries, and grilled pears.
$15.95
Cilantro-Lime Tofu Salad
15.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Greens with grilled cilantro-lime tofu, corn, black beans, avocado, tomato, and tortilla strips.
$15.95
The Essence Side Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Spinach and arugula with roasted butternut squash, goat cheese, toasted pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries.
$8.95
Arugula and Watercress Side Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Arugula and watercress with pistachios, dried cranberries, and blue cheese.
$8.95
Asian Kale Side Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Kale with almonds, cucumber, carrots, peppers, cilantro, and mandarin orange-ginger dressing.
$8.95
Spinach and Arugula Side Salad
8.95 person, minimum 6 people. Spinach and arugula with grilled pears, blue cheese, dried cranberries, and candied walnuts.
$8.95

Catering Package  

Back To Work Fast Package
20.95 person, minimum 6 people. Includes assorted sandwiches, wraps and paninis, your choice of two sides, and a sweet tray.
$20.95
The Express Package
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Includes assorted sandwiches, wraps and paninis, your choice of side, and a sweet tray.
$19.95
The Boardroom Lunch Package
25.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Includes assorted sandwiches and wraps, your choice of two sides, fresh fruit platter, and sweet tray.
$25.95

Buffets  

Middle Eastern Buffet
28.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Includes falafel with tahini sauce (chickpea fitters with ground sesame seed sauce), spit-roasted chicken and steak, sautéed vegetables (zucchini, pepper, tomato and onion), Coban salad (with cucumber, tomato, parsley and red onions), hummus, pita, pita chips, and yogurt sauce. Served with a sweet tray (with phyllo pastries).
$28.95
Greek Buffet
28.95 person, minimum 10 people. Includes grilled chicken kebabs, ground beef and lamb kebabs, spinach pie, rice pilaf, sautéed vegetables (zucchini, onions, peppers and tomato), Greek salad (lettuce with feta, Kalamata olives, tomatoes and cucumbers), hummus, pita, pita chips, and yogurt sauce. Served with a sweet tray (with baklava).
$28.95
Little Italy Buffet
28.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Includes chicken parmigiana (breaded chicken cutlets with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan), linguine (with white clam sauce), spinach ravioli (with tomato-basil cream sauce), classic caesar salad (romaine with parmesan, croutons and caesar dressing), and italian breads. Served with a sweet tray (with cannoli and biscotti).
$28.95
All American Buffet
25.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Everything you need to build your own burgers, including beef, turkey and veggie patties, cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion. Served with roasted potato wedges, corn on the cob, coleslaw, watermelon wedges, and a sweet tray.
$25.95
Taqueria Buffet
25.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Everything you need to build your own tacos, including assorted fillings (taco meat, grilled chicken and spinach with black beans and roasted corn), southwest rice, refried beans, guacamole, pico de gallo (mild, fresh salsa), sour cream, salsa verde, cheddar, tomato, shredded lettuce, taco shells, tortillas, and tortilla chips. Served with a sweet tray.
$25.95

Sandwiches and Wraps  

Essen Combo Lunch
15.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Assorted sandwiches, wraps, paninis and your choice of gourmet side salad.
$15.95
Essen Simple Lunch
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Assorted sandwiches, wraps, and paninis.
$12.95
Balsamic Chicken Sandwich
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Balsamic chicken, fresh mozzarella, roasted pepper, and arugula on ciabatta.
$12.95
Chicken Caesar Wrap
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Chicken, parmesan, lettuce, tomato, and caesar dressing in a wrap.
$12.95
Roasted Turkey and Avocado Wrap
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and herb mayo in a wrap.
$12.95
California Wrap
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Vegetables, avocado, sprouts, and low-fat ranch dressing in a wrap.
$12.95
Smoked Turkey Sandwich
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Smoked turkey, brie, granny smith apples, watercress, and honey mustard on ciabatta.
$12.95
Black Forest Sandwich
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Black forest ham, provolone, shredded lettuce, tomato, olive oil, and red wine vinegar on a baguette.
$12.95
Pastrami Sandwich
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Pastrami, Swiss cheese, coleslaw, and mustard on rye bread.
$12.95
Roasted Turkey Sandwich
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Roasted turkey, lettuce, tomato, and chipotle mayo. Spicy.
$12.95
Chipotle Steak Wrap
12.95 person, minimum 6 people. Chipotle steak, cheddar, avocado, shredded lettuce, sautéed onions, and pico de gallo in a wrap.
$12.95
Tuna Salad Sandwich
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Tuna salad, lettuce, and tomato on 7-grain bread.
$12.95
Hummus Sandwich
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Roasted red pepper hummus, spinach, and artichokes in a pita.
$12.95
Chicken Salad Sandwich
12.95 person, minimum 6 people. Chicken salad, lettuce, and tomato on 7-grain bread.
$12.95

Paninis  

Caprese Panini
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil.
$12.95
Italian Panini
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Prosciutto, salami, capicola, fresh mozzarella, and roasted peppers.
$12.95
Chicken Fajita Panini
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Chicken, pepper jack, sauteed onions and peppers, avocado, and pico de gallo. Spicy!
$12.95
Turkey Cuban Panini
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Turkey, swiss cheese, pickles, and honey mustard.
$12.95
Chicken Parmigiana Panini
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, and marinara sauce.
$12.95
Philly Cheesesteak Panini
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Grilled steak, american cheese, sauteed onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
$12.95
Tuscan Panini
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Fresh mozzarella, artichokes, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
$12.95
Tuna Melt Panini
12.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Tuna, cheddar cheese, and tomato.
$12.95

Hot Entrees  

Grilled Lemon Chicken
19.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Grilled lemon chicken with seasonal vegetables and wild rice salad.
$19.95
Grilled Salmon
23.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served with chipotle aioli.
$23.95
Thai Grilled Beef with Asparagus
23.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Thai grilled beef with asparagus and asian noodles.
$23.95
Honey Mustard-Glazed Salmon
21.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Honey mustard-glazed grilled salmon with couscous and grilled vegetables.
$21.95
Shrimp Scampi
19.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Shrimp scampi with quinoa salad and grilled vegetables.
$19.95
Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables
17.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Mediterranean grilled vegetables with orzo, hummus, and pita.
$17.95
Thai Grilled Tofu
17.95 per person, minimum 10 people. Thai grilled tofu with Asian noodles and a vegetable roll.
$17.95
Bistro Chicken
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With onions and peppers in a white wine sauce.
$19.95
Chicken Marsala
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With marsala wine and mushroom sauce.
$19.95
Herb-Crusted Chicken
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With spinach.
$19.95
Chicken Parmigiana
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Breaded chicken cutlets with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan.
$19.95
Rum-Glazed Jerk Chicken
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With grilled pineapple.
$19.95
Peppercorn-Crusted Filet Mignon
31.95 per person, minimum 6 people. In a mushroom-red wine reduction sauce.
$31.95
Korean Short Ribs
31.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With steamed bok choy.
$31.95
Honey-Sriracha Pork
31.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With sauteed spinach.
$31.95
Thai Beef with Bok Choy
31.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With baby bok choy.
$31.95
Stir-Fried Beef
31.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With asian vegetables.
$31.95
Pan-Roasted Salmon
23.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With leeks, basil, and tomatoes in a white wine sauce.
$23.95
Grouper Piccata
23.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Breaded grouper in a white wine, lemon, and caper sauce.
$23.95
Thai Grilled Salmon
23.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With baby bok choy.
$23.95
Tuscan Grilled Swordfish
24.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served over white beans.
$24.95
Eggplant Parmigiana
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Breaded eggplant with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan.
$17.95
Balsamic Grilled Tempeh
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Fermented soy protein with cipollini onions.
$17.95
Corn and Black Bean Enchilada
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people.
$17.95
Stuffed Cabbage
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With wheatberry, shiitake mushrooms, and leeks.
$17.95

Pasta  

Lasagna Bolognese
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With meat sauce. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$17.95
Penne alla Vodka
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With tomato-cream sauce. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$17.95
Baked Ziti
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$17.95
Spinach-Kale Lasagna
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$17.95
Spinach Ravioli
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With tomato-basil cream sauce. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$17.95
Penne with Chicken
19.45 per person, minimum 6 people. With fresh basil and sun-dried tomato marinara sauce. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$19.45
Tri-Color Tortellini Alfredo
17.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$17.95

Gluten-Free Pasta  

Gluten-Free Baked Ziti
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$19.95
Gluten-Free Spinach Ravioli
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With tomato-basil cream sauce. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$19.95
Gluten-Free Penne with Chicken
21.45 per person, minimum 6 people. With fresh basil and sun-dried tomato marinara sauce. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$21.45
Gluten-Free Tortellini Alfredo
19.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Served with your choice of salad and bread.
$19.95

Sides  

Penne Pasta Salad
9.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Penne pasta with asparagus, peas, fennel, lemon, and olive oil.
$9.95
Orzo Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With spinach, tomato, olives, and feta.
$8.95
Tortellini Pasta Salad
9.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Tri-color tortellini with mozzarella, fresh basil, roasted peppers, and olive oil.
$9.95
Rigatoni Pasta Salad
9.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Rigatoni pasta with vegetables and pesto.
$9.95
Farfalle Pasta Salad
9.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Farfalle pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, kalamata olives, and feta.
$9.95
Classic Potato Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people.
$8.95
Loaded Potato Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With cheddar, bacon, sour cream, and chives.
$8.95
Moroccan Couscous
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With tomato, parsley, and cucumber.
$8.95
Grilled Vegetable Platter
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people.
$8.95
Roasted Butternut Squash
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With dried cranberries.
$8.95
Balsamic-Glazed Asparagus
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people.
$8.95
Asian Tofu Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With sesame.
$8.95
Quinoa Salad
8.95per person, minimum 6 people. With feta, tomato, cucumber, parsley, lemon, and olive oil.
$8.95
Coleslaw
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people.
$8.95
Wild Rice Salad
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people. With dried cranberries, leeks, almonds, and orange.
$8.95

Desserts  

Essen Dessert Platter
7.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Assorted cookies, brownies, and gourmet treats.
$7.95
Sliced Fresh Fruit and Berries
8.95 per person, minimum 6 people.
$8.95
Mini Pastries
9.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Chef's selection of assorted mini fruit tarts and sweets.
$9.95
Italian Pastries
9.95 per person, minimum 6 people. Mini cannoli (crispy pastry shells with sweet ricotta filling), biscotti and cookies.
$9.95
Belgian Chocolate Dipped Fruit (Per Dozen)
6.66 per person. Serves 12. One dozen belgian chocolate-dipped fruit pieces (strawberries, blackberries, rice rollers, dried fruits, and bananas).
$79.95
The Essen Special Dessert
$10.95 per person, minimum 6 people. French macaroons, dessert bars, and chocolate-dipped fruit.
$10.95

Beverages  

Coffee
4.95 per person.
$4.95
Fresh Orange Juice
5.00 per person.
$5.00
Fresh Grapefruit Juice
5.00 per person.
$5.00

We offer delivery and takeout for this restaurant.

Ordering Hours

SundayClosed
Monday7:00 AM - 3:45 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM - 3:45 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM - 3:45 PM
Thursday7:00 AM - 3:45 PM
Friday7:00 AM - 3:45 PM
SaturdayClosed