Major Auction Announced for Equipment from The Market Line Food Hall in NYC

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Apr 08, 2025, 14:05 ET

600+ Items from Over 25 Popular Vendors – Like-New Pieces, No Import Costs

NEW YORK, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RestaurantEquipment.Bid, the largest marketplace for pre-owned restaurant equipment, is hosting a major auction featuring more than 600 pieces of high-quality food service equipment from The Market Line – the celebrated food hall on Manhattan's Lower East Side that closed in early 2024. This is a rare opportunity to purchase gently used equipment from some of New York City's most trusted and recognized operators.

Following its 2024 closure, The Market Line at Essex Crossing is auctioning off its full range of market fixtures, equipment, and furnishings.

"This event is an amazing opportunity for restaurants and food service operators to buy almost brand-new, marquee equipment at a fraction of the cost," said Claire Robinson, renowned chef, author, and Food Network star. "I especially love that RestaurantEquipment.Bid helps ensure quality equipment like this gets put to good re-use – and stays out of landfills."

Operated by TAGeX Brands, RestaurantEquipment.Bid offers online auctions open to all bidders, with all lots starting at just $1. The platform gives food service professionals access to premium equipment at unbeatable value – while supporting sustainability through reuse.

What's in the Auction:

Tariff-Free Inventory: All equipment is already in the U.S., meaning no import delays or added costs. It's ready to go.
Like-New Equipment: Much of the equipment was gently used, with many vendors operating for a limited time before the food hall closed.
Massive Selection: Over 600 items from more than 25 vendors, including refrigeration, cooking equipment, prep tables, display cases, and much more.
Trusted NYC Vendors: The equipment comes from the same trusted, high-profile NYC restaurateurs who defined the Market Line, including:

Veselka: Iconic Ukrainian comfort food
Nom Wah Tea Parlor: Legendary Chinatown dim sum
Schaller & Weber: Classic German butcher and deli
Peoples Wine: Natural wine bar from the Wildair and Contra team
Cafe Grumpy, Doughnut Plant, Essex Pearl, and more

Auction Details:

Auction Notes: Due to the high volume of inventory, items are split into three separate auctions, each with its own catalog and closing date.

REB1103 – Closes April 28^th
REB1104 – Closes April 29^th
REB1105 – Closes April 30^th

Auction Opens: All three auctions open for bidding Monday, April 7^th
Auction Closes: One auction will close per day, from Monday, April 28^th to Wednesday, April 30^th. Items within each auction will close on a rolling basis starting at 10:00 AM ET on their respective dates.
Preview & Registration: Visit https://www.restaurantequipment.bid to browse the full catalogs and register to bid.

About Claire Robinson

Claire Robinson combined her passions for food and teaching in 5 Ingredient Fix, a Food Network series featuring fresh recipes, and authored her first cookbook under the same name. Aside from Food Network, Claire hosted shows on BBC America, Cooking Channel and numerous appearances on main networks. A Tennessee native, Claire lives in New York City and continues to drive the restaurant and food industry using her knowledge and experience not only within the country's largest city, but nationally, with expansive demand.

About RestaurantEquipment.Bid and TAGeX Brands:

RestaurantEquipment.Bid is the largest and most dynamic marketplace for pre-owned restaurant equipment in the country. Powered by TAGeX Brands – a trusted name in the industry for over 38 years – the platform connects buyers to high-quality equipment from restaurants, chains, and food halls across the U.S. Notable projects include the closure and liquidation of several Red Lobster locations, reinforcing its role in supporting both sustainability and small business growth.

SOURCE TAGeX Brands, Inc.