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Essex Ale House, photographed for New York on Tap
Photo from the 2008 site

Essex Ale House

Formerly 12" Bar

179 Essex St. · btwn Houston & Stanton
Lower East Side, Manhattan

In 2026

No license found in 2026

No active NYS liquor license at this address or under this name nearby

Later here: The Masalawala (licensed 2021–23), Gazab (licensed 2024–26).

From New York State Liquor Authority active licenses, downloaded October 9, 2026.

Overview

The former 12 inch Bar has a brand new name and a new beer selection ranging from PBR to Belgian Ales. *Note re-opened in 2008

What's nearby