Opening hours
Closed · opens 4:30 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Seattle: 12:04 PM (PST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
1421 Northwest 70th StreetSeattle, WA 98117
About Essex
Essex is a bar you'll find at 1421 Northwest 70th Street in Seattle, Washington. Our Seattle guide covers 2,768 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Essex is open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday). Night owls can stop by until 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 1421 Northwest 70th Street, Seattle, WA 98117
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 6 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Essex’s weekday schedule with 116 other bars in Seattle. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 4:00 PM) and closes at 10:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 12:00 AM).
In total it is open about 33 hours a week, 30 hours fewer than the local median of 63. 85% of bars in Seattle open on Sundays, and Essex is one of them.
Compared with 116 other bars in Seattle that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have Essex’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bars usually offer
Across 153 bars in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 94% offer delivery
- 77% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
Ask Essex directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Essex there are 17 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 187 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (38), Cafes & Coffee (32), Bakeries & Desserts (17), and Pizza (14).
Competition is healthy: 7 other bars are within a mile and 38 within three miles. The closest is Thunderbird Tavern, 0.3 mi away.
83 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaDelancey< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsRosellini’s< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexTarasco< 0.1 mi
- ThaiTangerine Thai< 0.1 mi
- VietnamesePhở Viet Nam0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Essex's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Is Essex open on Sunday?
Yes, Essex is open on Sundays: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Where is Essex located?
Essex is located at 1421 Northwest 70th Street, Seattle, WA 98117.
Is Essex open late?
Yes – Essex is open until 10 PM or later on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Essex?
There are 187 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Essex. Nearby options include Delancey (< 0.1 mi), Rosellini’s (< 0.1 mi), and Tarasco (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near Essex?
7 other bars within a mile. The closest is Thunderbird Tavern, 0.3 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
Nearby places
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