Russian Samovar
Restaurant
256 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019
–
50th St (0.1 mi)
Spaces for hire at Russian Samovar
Entire Venue
Event Space
·
Whole venue
100 seats
160 standing
Russian Samovar has been keeping old-world culture, cuisine, and caviar alive in New York City since 1986. Join us for live music, house-infused vodka, and fine dining. Founded in 1986 by the late Roman Kaplan, Russian Samovar is the best vodka bar in New York City. Drop by today.
There's always something happening at the Russian Samovar. From liv...
Alcohol licence until 4:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
Private Room
Event Space
·
Private space
36 seats
58 standing
Russian Samovar is a unique and authentic Russian restaurant in New York.
The decor is true to its Russian roots, with an emphasis on hand-painted crafts and authentic woodwork.
With live music nightly by Russian artists, a menu of traditional Russian dishes to choose from, and friendly and knowledgeable staff, there is something for everyone w...
Alcohol licence until 4:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
Tolstoy Lounge
Lounge
·
Semi-private area
64 seats
102 standing
Russian Samovar is a one-of-a-kind restaurant with a unique style of cuisine and lives music nightly.
We are the only restaurant in the country that offers Russian cuisine and vodka, and our decor is rich in Russian style.
A great place to have fun, eat delicious food, and have a drink. Enjoy with cozy atmosphere in our Tolstoy Lounge.
We stan...
Alcohol licence until 4:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
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256 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019
50th St (0.1 mi)
Public transportation
- Subway 50 St 0.1 mi
- Subway 7 Av 0.1 mi
- Bus 8 Avenue & West 52 Street 0.1 mi
- Bus W 50 St/7 Av 0.1 mi
- Bus 7 Ave/W 55 St 0.2 mi
Parking
- Parking MPG Parking- MP West 52 - 265 W 52nd St, New York 0.1 mi
- Parking Aro parking garage - 261 W 52nd St, New York 0.1 mi
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Prices and opening hours
Sunday
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Private Room
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$150
per person
Tolstoy Lounge
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Monday
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Private Room
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Tolstoy Lounge
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Tuesday
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Private Room
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Tolstoy Lounge
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Wednesday
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Private Room
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Tolstoy Lounge
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Thursday
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Private Room
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Tolstoy Lounge
12:00 pm –
2:00 am
from
$150
per person
Friday
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Private Room
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$150
per person
Tolstoy Lounge
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Saturday
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Entire Venue
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Private Room
12:00 pm –
4:00 pm
from
$150
per person
Tolstoy Lounge
12:00 pm –
4:00 am
from
$150
per person
Facilities and catering options
Up to 160
standing
Up to 100
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Alcohol provided
External catering allowed
Accommodation available
Promoted / ticketed events
BYO alcohol
About Russian Samovar
Russian Samovar is located in the theatre district of NYC on West 52nd Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue.
Before it was Russian Samovar…
The history of Russian Samovar starts well before the restaurant itself. Originally Jilly’s Canteen, and owned by a friend of Frank Sinatra, Jilly Rizzo, Samovar was the go-to hot spot for Sinatra and The Rat Pack. In homage to Sinatra, Johnny Carson, and the good old boys, we decided to maintain the original red banquettes from back in those days. We also preserved the original bar as featured in The Manchurian Candidate and even unearthed original artwork from the talented people who frequented Jilly’s before we were fortunate enough to acquire this landmark location.
​In 1986, Roman Kaplan, founder of Russian Samovar acquired the property and was joined in 1987 by friends and business partners: Legendary dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov and Nobel Award Winning poet Joseph Brodsky. Baryshnikov’s baby grand piano is still used daily by our performers and guests can still request the Brodsky table, where the legends used to sit and drink away the hours. Guests of private events also enjoy our private dining room, where Baryshnikov filmed Sex in the City.
​Samovar has remained a celebrity hangout over the years. We’ve been lucky enough to feature impromptu shows by Liza Minelli and rumor has it that Mel Brooks adapted The Producers to film while sitting at our bar. Voice actor Kieth David pops in for dinner and a song whenever he’s in town. And the cast of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 awaited nervously until the sun rose for their first review.
​Despite the history literally adorning our walls, we like to think of ourselves as a family. We haven’t given up on the old values of comfort and acceptance, and we hope to share our family with you.
Thank you for joining us today, and we hope you will return soon!
Before it was Russian Samovar…
The history of Russian Samovar starts well before the restaurant itself. Originally Jilly’s Canteen, and owned by a friend of Frank Sinatra, Jilly Rizzo, Samovar was the go-to hot spot for Sinatra and The Rat Pack. In homage to Sinatra, Johnny Carson, and the good old boys, we decided to maintain the original red banquettes from back in those days. We also preserved the original bar as featured in The Manchurian Candidate and even unearthed original artwork from the talented people who frequented Jilly’s before we were fortunate enough to acquire this landmark location.
​In 1986, Roman Kaplan, founder of Russian Samovar acquired the property and was joined in 1987 by friends and business partners: Legendary dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov and Nobel Award Winning poet Joseph Brodsky. Baryshnikov’s baby grand piano is still used daily by our performers and guests can still request the Brodsky table, where the legends used to sit and drink away the hours. Guests of private events also enjoy our private dining room, where Baryshnikov filmed Sex in the City.
​Samovar has remained a celebrity hangout over the years. We’ve been lucky enough to feature impromptu shows by Liza Minelli and rumor has it that Mel Brooks adapted The Producers to film while sitting at our bar. Voice actor Kieth David pops in for dinner and a song whenever he’s in town. And the cast of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 awaited nervously until the sun rose for their first review.
​Despite the history literally adorning our walls, we like to think of ourselves as a family. We haven’t given up on the old values of comfort and acceptance, and we hope to share our family with you.
Thank you for joining us today, and we hope you will return soon!
FAQ
At Russian Samovar, the following catering options are available:
- In-house catering service is available
- Free parking is available on-site
- Free on-street parking is available
- Paid parking facilities are available nearby
Russian Samovar is located at 256 West 52nd Street, in the Chelsea and Clinton district of New York. The nearest metro station is 50th St.
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