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OUR HISTORY
With A Rich Tradition
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.
Proud To Be Authentic
Events
Dinner & Show Presenting Ivan Dalia
Monday July 14th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS IVAN DALIA "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday, July 14th, 2025
7:30 PM -9:00 PM
Ivan Dalia, Italian Pianist, Composer & Showman, creates memorable evenings of “Music, Stories & Smiles”. Blind from birth, Ivan’s love affair with music began as a curious youth, ultimately choosing the piano as his life partner. Ivan is currently based in New York City with a busy performance schedule featuring his South African Jazz Quartet and weekly Solo Piano appearances in classic city piano lounges.
Dinner & Show Presenting Victor Neufeld
Tuesday July 15th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS VICTOR NEUFELD "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
6:30 PM -8:00 PM
A night of live Sinatra music! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of Frank Sinatra music, spanning from timeless classics to hidden gems.
Enjoy the magic of live performances and even have the chance to sit at the very table where Ol' Blue Eyes himself once sat!
Mama Vlada Documentary Screening
Thursday July 17th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS
MAMA VLADA FINAL SCREENING
Thursday, July 17th, 2025
7:30 PM -9:00 PM
Join Vlada Von Shats, the spirited owner of a beloved New York City gay bar, as she shares her remarkable path into human rights activism. This powerful 35-minute documentary, directed by Ellina Graypel, blends vibrant storytelling and original music to address critical issues such as suicide prevention, AIDS hysteria, and homophobia—both within small cultural communities and on a global scale.
Through a rich, musical lens, Mama Vlada challenges our understanding of humanity, offering profound insights into the struggles and triumphs of marginalized voices.
Join the fight for equality. Stand for humanity.
Dinner & Show Presenting Kathryn Semple
Tuesday July 22nd
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS KATHRYN SEMPLE "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday July 22nd, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Kathryn Semple is an actor and piano vocalist that loves creating collaborative musical experiences with musicians and audiences alike. She has spent years performing all across the globe, and is thrilled to have landed right here in New York City. Come on down to have request a tune and have a great time.
Dinner & Show Presenting Sofia Laiti
Monday July 28th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS SOFIA LAITI "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday July 28th 2025
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Sofia Laiti is a jazz singer and recording artist. She has performed at many well- known jazz venues like Birdland, Smalls, Blues Alley with musicians like pianist John Hicks and saxophone player Houston Person. Critics had praised her voice as charismatic, labyrinth of passion and new sound that takes jazz in the new directions.
Sofia Laiti Jazz Singer
John Koonin on Bass
Patric Stokes on Piano
Dinner & Show Presenting Monica Rosenblatt
Tuesday August 5th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS MONICA ROSENBLATT "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
6:30 PM -8:00 PM
MONICA ROSENBLATT a Baltimore-area native, has lived in the city going on 8 years now and appeared on SNL as Lil Wayne’s backup dancer, booked national modeling campaigns with Macy’s, Reebok, Nike, Wrangler, and more, and hosts regular shows in New York for herself and friends to perform.
Dinner & Show Presenting Teri Wade
Monday August 11th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS TERI WADE "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday, August 11th, 2025
7:30 PM -9:00 PM
Jazz vocalist Teri Leggio Wade performs regularly at venues throughout the greater New York area. Her vocals have garnered praise from reviewers at New York City Jazz Record, Something Else!, and Simply Jazz Talk (UK). She is the daughter of the late Carmen Leggio, a celebrated jazz saxophonist who played with numerous renowned jazz artists, including Gene Krupa, Woody Herman, Buddy Rich, Maynard Ferguson, Thad Jones and Mel Lewis, and many others. Teri developed a natural feel for jazz by listening to her father perform with iconic musicians of the era and as a leader of his own groups. She was also heavily influenced by listening to the music of jazz greats Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O’Day, Carmen McRae, and Peggy Lee, and has studied with several renowned jazz vocalists, including Jay Clayton and Carol Fredette. She is always delighted to return to the Russian Samovar with elegant renditions of her favorite jazz standards from the Great American Songbook, and she enjoys sharing anecdotes about their origins in classic Hollywood films and on Broadway.
Dinner & Show Presenting Victor Neufeld
Tuesday August 12th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS VICTOR NEUFELD "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
6:30 PM -8:00 PM
A night of live Sinatra music! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of Frank Sinatra music, spanning from timeless classics to hidden gems.
Enjoy the magic of live performances and even have the chance to sit at the very table where Ol' Blue Eyes himself once sat!
Dinner & Show Presenting Ivan Dalia
Monday August 18th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS IVAN DALIA "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday, August 18th, 2025
7:30 PM -9:00 PM
Ivan Dalia, Italian Pianist, Composer & Showman, creates memorable evenings of “Music, Stories & Smiles”. Blind from birth, Ivan’s love affair with music began as a curious youth, ultimately choosing the piano as his life partner. Ivan is currently based in New York City with a busy performance schedule featuring his South African Jazz Quartet and weekly Solo Piano appearances in classic city piano lounges.
National Drink Beer Day
Sunday September 28th
Join us for National Drink Beer Day on Sept 28th and try one of our many craft brews!
Dinner & Show Presenting Ivan Dalia
Tuesday September 30th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS IVAN DALIA "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday September 30th, 2025
6:30 PM -8:00 PM
Ivan Dalia, Italian Pianist, Composer & Showman, creates memorable evenings of “Music, Stories & Smiles”. Blind from birth, Ivan’s love affair with music began as a curious youth, ultimately choosing the piano as his life partner. Ivan is currently based in New York City with a busy performance schedule featuring his South African Jazz Quartet and weekly Solo Piano appearances in classic city piano lounges.
Reviews
Review by - Yelp
L P:
Branzino and county styled lamb were excellent. Service was very attentive. The ambiance was even better once the live piano music began.
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Dave H:
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...
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Yanira B:
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!
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Tiffany C:
...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...
Review by - Yelp
David A:
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.
Location
256 West 52nd Street
New York, NY
10019
Hours
Delivery and pick up seven days
12 noon - 11:30pm
Dine in
Monday - 4pm - 12:00am
Tuesday - Friday - 2:00pm - 12:00am
Saturday - Sunday - 2:00pm - 1:00am
Happy Hour
4pm -7pm Monday - Friday
