View Essie's Restaurant at 14 Mount Carmel Place, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 on Google Maps Call Essie's Restaurant by phone at 845-452-7181
View Essie's Restaurant at 14 Mount Carmel Place, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 on Google Maps Call Essie's Restaurant by phone at 845-452-7181
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Essie's Restaurant

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    • About

    Essie’s is an elegant yet casual dining American restaurant located in the heart of the Little Italy section of Poughkeepsie, NY under the direction of Executive Chef Brandon Walker a CIA graduate from Brooklyn, NY. Chef Walker's Modern American menu is  inspired by global flavors and his family roots from the Caribbean and American South. Chef Walker uses  modern cooking  techniques and local seasonal ingredients when available to support the local food economy and to show case the best ingredients that the Hudson Valley offers.  The Dining room pays homage to the things of old with vintage, industrial, and reclaimed wood features to create a cozy, warm and inviting environment.


    Team

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      LaTrevette Walker

      Managing Partner

      LaTrevette a native of Newburgh, NY.  Grew up in a family where hospitality food and food culture were always expressed. Her love for entertaining and taking care of people was learned from her mom Elaine who was an exceptional cook and host.  Realizing that her passion for hospitality ex…

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      Brandon Walker

      Executive Chef

      Chef Brandon Walker, a Brooklyn native, is the executive chef/owner of Essie’s Restaurant in Poughkeepsie NY. He is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park NY and has a range of professional experiences in the culinary arts. His experiences have been in renowned New York …

    Catering

    Let us take the stress away from you by planning your next event at Essie’s or at your desired venue. Whether it be a corporate or business lunch, wedding or a private gathering, we are available to accommodate you for a variety of occasions.  Our mission is to “Create Memories with Exceptional Service and Food”,please complete the inquiry form to begin planning your next event with us.   

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    • Contact

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    Hours & Location

    View Essie's Restaurant at 14 Mount Carmel Place,
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 on Google Maps
    Call Essie's Restaurant by phone at 845-452-7181

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     Hours Of Operation

    Monday –Closed

    Tuesday–Closed

     Cocktail Hour: Wednesday–Saturday 4pm-6pm

    Dinner: Wednesday–Thursday 4:00pm–9:30pm

    Friday–Saturday 4:00pm–10:00pm

    Brunch: Saturday 11:00am-3:00pm

    Brunch: Sunday 11:00am-3:30pm

    Parking

    Parking is available for Essie’s Restaurant in the municipal parking lot on Delafield St. under the walkway over the Hudson. Additional parking is located on Dutchess Ave. and Verazzano Blvd.