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137 Essex St.
Lower East Side, Manhattan

In 2026

A different business is licensed at this address: Mazaar Bar And Lounge

A different licensed business now operates at this address

Later here: Foundation (licensed 2014–16).

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

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Overview

College kids flock in droves to this Asian fusion restaurant turned late night no cover dance club.

What's nearby

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Local 138 under 0.1 mi Moved to 181 Orchard Street
Iggy's Keltic Lounge under 0.1 mi Still pouring
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La Caverna under 0.1 mi Still pouring
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