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Russian Samovar would be honored to provide our services for your next event. Each event is bespoke to your tastes and needs, to provide the best experience possible for you and your guests.
Call us at (212)-757-0168 or book a table through Open Table:
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The history of Russian Samovar starts well before the restaurant itself. Originally Jilly’s Canteen, and owned by 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.
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS DIANA BORSHCHEVA "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday, November 4th, 2024
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Praised for her beautiful deep sound, virtuosic skills, and immense artistry Russian-born American pianist Diana Borshcheva started her career nearly 25 years ago. Ms. Borshcheva won several competitions in Russia and Europe, including the International Piano Competition in Italy (Grand Prix) and the International Piano Competition in Lithuania (First Award). An active advocate for Salon Performance Ms. Borshcheva produced the event series Music in Red Hook(2021-2023) upstate NY. Music in Red Hook was created to support local artists after a hard period of Covid lockdown, when the majority of musicians lost any opportunity to perform.
Enjoy Diana’s piano series Keys to Your Heart at Russian Samovar!
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS SYDNEY STEPHAN "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Sydney has performed all over the world and entertained audiences with her stunning, trained vocals and exciting piano skills. With 2 decades of performance experience, this young lady is ready to dazzle your guests and patrons!
Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays every week
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS BONCELLA LEWIS "DINNER & SHOW"
Every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join Us for a Jazz Lunch Special with Boncella Lewis!
Experience the enchanting performances of Boncella Lewis every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. With over 22 years of acclaim in the theatre scene, including notable appearances at The Billie Holiday Theatre, Boncella has graced the stage in productions such as “Bubbling Brown Sugar,” “The Wiz,” “Ain’t Mis-Behavin’,” and “Rock-A-Bye Hamlet.” Her impressive repertoire also includes “I Know I’ve Been Changed” with Tyler Perry.
Boncella’s talent extends to television, with roles in “A.M. New York,” “All My Children,” and “Ryan’s Hope.” As a versatile comedian, actress, and singer, she effortlessly transitions from opera to jazz and everything in between. Known for her ability to compose lyrics spontaneously, Boncella promises an unforgettable musical experience.
Come enjoy a delightful lunch while immersing yourself in jazz classics performed by this extraordinary artist.
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS VALENTINA KVASOVA "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday, November 11th, 2024
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Valentina Kvasova professional folk singer, multi instrumentalist and improvisator from Rostov on Don. Relocated to the USA in 1999 performed with Don Cossack” ensemble, ,, Barynya”, Bulgarian voices trio and many more.
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS JULIA KOYFMAN "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday, November 12th, 2024
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Griffin Woodard is a composer, bass clarinetist, and band leader who believes in the transformative power of music. As an instrumentalist, Woodard's primary focus is playing the bass clarinet in a jazz context. He has dedicated years of study to acquiring an in-depth understanding of the rich historical lineage of jazz clarinetists and bass clarinetists from Johnny Dodds to Eric Dolphy. Woodard's compositions have been performed by a variety of esteemed ensembles and soloists, including the New England Conservatory Jazz Composers' Workshop Orchestra, the Bach Festival Orchestra of Bethlehem, the Allentown Symphony Orchestra, concert pianist Michelle Cann, and organist Stephen Williams. In 2022, Woodard was awarded the ASCAP Foundation Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award for his piece, "Kyrie."
As a bandleader, Woodard released three albums and an EP. Live at the Deer Head Inn is set to release on August 27, 2023. Woodard's second album Precious One released March 24, 2023 and his debut album Completion released on Oct.14, 2022. His EP, Kyrie released on September 9, 2021. His quartet and quintets have performed at the Deer Head Inn, Wandering Barman, Jazz On Main, Maureen's Jazz Cellar, The Lafayette Bar, The Bookstore Speakeasy, Oberlin College, and Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts. Woodard earned a B.M. in Jazz Studies with a Composition concentration from Oberlin Conservatory in 2020 and an M.M. in Jazz Composition from New England Conservatory in 2022. He studied with illustrious artists and highly esteemed instructors. Griffin is filled with profound gratitude for the privilege of learning from such inspirational mentors.
A Night to Support the Committee to Protect Journalists
November 19th, 2024
6:30 PM - 10PM
Join us at Russian Samovar in NYC to support the Committee to Protect Journalists and celebrate the release of Evan Gershkovich and Alsu Kurmasheva. Hosted by Budd Mishkin, we'll discuss CPJ's vital work, the ongoing struggle to free unjustly detained journalists, and hear from those affected.
Enjoy music, fine food, and drinks. Let's raise a glass to Evan and Alsu and learn more about freeing detained journalists worldwide.
(Please add the names of everyone attending in the email)
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Branzino and county styled lamb were excellent. Service was very attentive. The ambiance was even better once the live piano music began.
Fantastic place for fine dining on the northwest edge of the theater district...In my case, I had a Georgian savory spiced cheesy bread as a starter (Khachapuri), and then delightfully spiced, grilled lamb lollypops (Karski) which were fantastic, wrapping things up with a lovely apple strudel...
We had Mushroom Vol Au Vent for a late night snack and Soviet Stardard Infused Cocktails... oh soooo ver good!!! Music was on par with the sooo good!
...I had the BEST beef stroganoff of my life, and my boyfriend had some of the best chicken kiev he's ever had. My boyfriend's mom is vegetarian and had appetizers for her meal, which she was thoroughly satisfied with...
Are you looking for a restaurant to go to before or after a Broadway show? Russian Samovar is located right in the theater district in Manhattan, NY, and has live music. Full bar, incredible food, ambiance, and service. Indoor dining only. Don't forget to order a vodka flight and hot tea.