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Russian Samovar

Russian Restaurant and Piano Bar$$$$

Theater District, New York

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Russian Samovar

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Ranked #5 for spicy food in the Theater District
"Eat delicious pelmeni and try the dozen infused vodka."(8 Tips)
"And the flavored vodkas are a must."(4 Tips)
"Loved the blintzes, borscht and infused vodkas."(5 Tips)
"... food, borscht, pelmeni, lamb....and the flavored vodkas are..."(4 Tips)

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Russian food
vodka
live music
good for dates
comfortable
Chicken Kiev
great value
good for groups
casual
tea
bar
horseradish
pickles
films
homemade food
cranberries
garlic
coriander
dill
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EaterSeptember 7, 2017
A boozy Russian spot with a piano player tapping out old Soviet tunes. The draw here is the house-infused vodka. It pairs well with a platter of tangy pickled vegetables for a post-theater snack. Read more
peter dunnAugust 13, 2016
Lenin might be sitting at the next table or so it would seem. Authentic Russian. Vodka, salmon, herring. Post theater, pre theater or preparing a coup this is your place .
Vlada Von ShatsAugust 18, 2011
Sex in the City episode shot upstairs, Manchurian candidate with Frank Sinatra shot at the bar, used to be Jilly's of the Rat Pack fame..a true landmark of NYC
Oxana YaroslavskayaJanuary 8, 2019
The grand piano player was very talented, enjoyed listening him. Did not like hachapuri that much. But the tea , varenniki and pirozhok were great. (My friend’s opinion)
Diogenes BritoSeptember 13, 2020
Stroganoff in any form. Hibiscus tea, borscht, sour cream cake, all winners.
kevin kiernanDecember 20, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Great Russian food: pelemeni, vareniki, pirozhki, fish, Chicken Kiev. And the flavored vodkas are a must.
Cat CatOctober 9, 2011
If you like tea- you must order the tea and stir in the cherry preserves it's AMAZING- especially paired with some of the cranberry infused vodka (my fav).
Zina ЯkovlevaSeptember 20, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Best place for a get together or after work party. Live music sets the right mood, staff is amazing especially the bartender Pavel who is the core of a guaranteed fun night!
Anna SotnikovaOctober 16, 2016
I have only two critical remarks: 1) a cup of tea is $7, too cheap to enjoy it, especially given that an infused vodka shot is $5. 2) I waited 2 hours to see bears on the scene, and got nothing.
Anastasia BezverkhaOctober 12, 2013
Very good Russian home food, & live Music! I feel at home. Pickled platter==== must order two plates next time!
Simon KuoAugust 25, 2014
Loved the blintzes, borscht and infused vodkas. The closest thing to being in a club in Russia.
Oxana YaroslavskayaJanuary 8, 2019
Well.I might say it is not that close to real Russian atmosphere, but it is good to try. I ordered Hachapuri but it was not even close to be called by this name. My friend liked varenniki and pirozhok
Shermans TravelAugust 15, 2012
Down shots of homemade infused vodka (there are over a dozen varieties, like cranberry, tarragon, and garlic) and authentic borsht at this personality-packed joint. Read more
Vlada Von ShatsApril 13, 2023
Best award winning house infused vodkas. Try a flight with 6 different flavors to start
Nastia 🍋Limonchik🍋May 23, 2015
Authentic place and cuisine ! Come here if you really want to taste good Russian food
Pablo DoddaMay 7, 2016
Best place ever! Excellent food, wonderful service and great music. More lively on Fridays and Saturdays.
Tatiana TaniaJune 1, 2019
Very fun and cool place, Russian vodka room is across the road is nice place as well
Korgel BorbelschnitzMarch 21, 2015
Eat delicious pelmeni and try the dozen infused vodka. Mmmm
Elizabeth BrooksDecember 26, 2011
Just go for it. Order an ounce of caviar and a very cold shot of vodka for each person...comes with the most amazing blinis
Anton IstigechevMay 28, 2013
You must try Beef stroganoff and, of course, Borsht - the best in NYC! Trust me - I'm Russian:)
Anna LittleOctober 24, 2013
Trio of salads, Veal Pelmeni, Lamb Shank, and Pomegranate Infused Vodka. Exquisite.
Sasha MerkushevApril 14, 2021
Excellent Russian restaurant in Manhattan!
Mike DApril 9, 2013
I'm not familiar enough with Russian food to be much of a judge, but I love the vibe and live music (piano and Russian ballads)
Charlie SneathNovember 6, 2012
Don't fool around with single shots; just go for a carafe of one of the vodkas.
Carlos MeliaSeptember 15, 2012
My experience and review on the Russian Samovar by Carlos Melia Recommends @ http://carlosmeliablog.com/2012/09/15/vodka-shots-at-russian-samovar-in-new-york/
Joel BinnMarch 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Good music - good food - good bar crowd - comfortable place to hand out
Medina GasimovaSeptember 14, 2014
Amazing food, russian music, and raspberry martini! The best👏
Actpohabt MaximusDecember 25, 2014
Great food! Classical Russian style atmosphere! Long live Roman Kaplan!
Michael HNovember 1, 2015
Horseradish infused vodka is awesome.
Daria KulakovaFebruary 12, 2013
Great and strong cocktails, try KGB Martini or Bloody Dasha
Michael HusseyMay 22, 2017
Relaxing atmosphere; very comfortable.
Jim AndersonOctober 19, 2013
Try the Beluga Gold Vodka Martini - A very reasonable martini before going to see "Big Fish" on broadway at the Neil Simon Theater.
Masha BakumaFebruary 2, 2015
Russian style:) delicious Russian food and live music. Nice waiters. I
Egor HomakovFebruary 8, 2017
Surprised by high quality. Must try
Melody MillerMarch 22, 2015
Horseradish infused vodka. It makes a fabulous dirty martini.
Michael Fox-RabinovitzFebruary 12, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Been long time since here last, still decent but pales compared to rvr or Marivanna
My PerestroikaAugust 17, 2010
Had a blast here Fri.! Still a chance to catch MY PERESTROIKA at the IFC Center until Aug 19th. Screenings continue to sell out, so book ahead! "One of the year's best films" -The Huffington Post Read more
janelle guntherApril 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
the savory vodkas - dill, horseradish, garlic, coriander - are the way to go.
Christina AnFebruary 21, 2013
Amazing place, lunch meals are delicious
AghasiApril 19, 2013
Best Russian place in NY
Chris SullivanApril 3, 2011
Friends don't let friends order too many fruity vodkas or friends help friends puke in taxis.
Sofia UMay 24, 2013
Been here 5+ times
This place is amazing dont let anyone fool yoy!
Korgel BorbelschnitzMarch 21, 2015
Good beef stroganoff.
Marcus CalderonJuly 3, 2013
Horseradish martini. Do it.
Vlada Von ShatsApril 13, 2023
Flavored vodkas, Beef Stroganoff, duck
Vlada Lounge NYCJuly 26, 2010
Delicious food, borscht, pelmeni, lamb....and the flavored vodkas are AMAZING
Dazhi ChenJune 21, 2011
Infused vodka. And get 20% off here on weekdays with the DailyGobble app.
Nancy TranMarch 24, 2012
Malatov is a killer! Follow with a water or 2.
LisaNovember 2, 2018
There may be good vodka but I didn't find it there
Mari AnnaApril 11, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Lobster salad the best!!!)

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