Events

Join us for a Valentine’s Day celebration at Russian Samovar!

Saturday February 14, 2026

Enjoy a romantic evening featuring a special prix fixe menu, handcrafted cocktails, and live music that sets the perfect mood. 

Treat someone you love — or yourself — to a warm, elegant night in the heart of Manhattan.

Make a reservation on our website. 

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS MARIA KAUSHANSKY "DINNER & SHOW"

Monday February 16th, 2026

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Maria performs has performed at many of New York City’s most iconic venues, including The Django, Knickerbocker Bar and Grill, Flatiron Room, Nublu, The Campbell Bar, Parker’s NYC and the Yale Club. She currently holds a weekly residency at Le Petit Parisien Supper Club on Wednesday and Sunday evenings. Maria has previously held long-term residencies at iconic spots like Gotham Restaurant, CUT by Wolfgang Puck, Back Bar at Eventi Hotel in Chelsea, IVY Room at Park Avenue Hotel and Adalya Restaurant. Whether appearing as a solo pianist or with her jazz trio, Maria’s performances blend improvisation, storytelling, and soul. She has had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed musicians such as Cameron Brown, Conrad Korsch, Dave Ambrosio, Tiger Okoshi, Anthony Pinciotti, Tony Jefferson, and vocalists Lee Taylor and Marieme. With her signature warmth and sensitivity, Maria continues to shape New York’s live music scene one performance at a time.

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS CHIHIRO TAINAKA "DINNER & SHOW"

Tuesday February 17th, 2026

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Chihiro Tainaka is a classic jazz singer with influences such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Carmen McRae and repertoire from The Great American Songbook. As a student, Chihiro played in rock bands in Japan. She then played in a blues band, and became interested in jazz in her 30s.

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS CHIHIRO TAINAKA "DINNER & SHOW"

Monday February 23rd, 2026

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Chihiro Tainaka is a classic jazz singer with influences such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Carmen McRae and repertoire from The Great American Songbook. As a student, Chihiro played in rock bands in Japan. She then played in a blues band, and became interested in jazz in her 30s.

Chihiro first experienced authentic live jazz in New York City in 2011 before moving here permanently in 2013. Soon thereafter, she began performing jazz professionally, and continues to do so at clubs, jazz bars, restaurants and events. Chihiro has performed and collaborated with many currently active New York jazz musicians, directly absorbing the New York sound and continuing to grow

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: THE SPEAKEASY SAMOVAR 

  FEATURING VICTOR & THE VIPERS 

Monday February 23rd, 2026

9 PM - 1 AM

Slip past the velvet curtain and into a world where time slows, music sways, and every sip whispers secrets. Once a month, on

 Monday nights, the Speakeasy Samovar invites you to escape the city’s clamor and surrender to Old New York’s smoky charm.

 Live jazz that lingers 

Performers who mesmerize

Cocktails crafted to tempt

Your $65 ticket includes:

A flight of six award-winning vodkas shots—smooth, bold, unforgettable

Mini blini crowned with smoked salmon rolls

Guaranteed seating in our intimate lounge

It’s not just a night out—it’s a night in. Behind closed doors, the rules change.

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS SYDENY STEPHAN "DINNER & SHOW"

Tuesday February 24th, 2026

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!

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS IVAN DALIA "DINNER & SHOW"

Monday March 2nd, 2026

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS WHITNEY MARCHELLE JACKSON "DINNER & SHOW"

Monday March 9th, 2026

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Maya Shaw is a singer songwriter and a pianist whose work brings together timeless style with modern sensibility. She brings to the stage a blend of jazz classics from the early twentieth-century and modern hits. Maya Shaw has brought her warm, expressive vocal performance all over the world.

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS ALBERT NEWBERRY "DINNER & SHOW"

Monday March 16th, 2026

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Albert Newberry is a pianist, composer, educator, and filmmaker. He plays a wide variety of styles: classical, jazz, bluegrass, gospel, rock, and pop. Albert has performed in such renowned venues as Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, as well as abroad. He won numerous awards, including an ASCAP Young Jazz Composers Award, Downbeat Magazine Outstanding Performance Award, and most recently an Emmy for his music video, “Pastoral”. 

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS WHITNEY MARCHELLE JACKSON "DINNER & SHOW"

Monday March 23rd, 2026

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Berklee Alumni Jazz and American Songbook Whitney Marchelle Jackson , is a seasoned vocalist who performs internationally from Dubia, Japan, Singapore and 50 USA states. Whiney has Performed at The Thompson Hotel New York, Apollo, United Nations and opened for KISS, Bill Withers to name a few. Performed the Stars Spangled Banner for the World Cup ( Polo). Whitney also plays piano and won several awards She has worked with Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock and Dee Dee Bridgewater. She also plays piano. Write ups in jmJazztimes magazine as a " Formidable vocalist with a praise worth scat! 

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: 

THE SPEAKEASY SAMOVAR 

  FEATURING VICTOR & THE VIPERS 

Monday March 30th, 2026

9 PM - 1 AM

Slip past the velvet curtain and into a world where time slows, music sways, and every sip whispers secrets. Once a month, on

 Monday nights, the Speakeasy Samovar invites you to escape the city’s clamor and surrender to Old New York’s smoky charm.

 Live jazz that lingers 

Performers who mesmerize

Cocktails crafted to tempt

Your $65 ticket includes:

A flight of six award-winning vodkas shots—smooth, bold, unforgettable

Mini blini crowned with smoked salmon rolls

Guaranteed seating in our intimate lounge

It’s not just a night out—it’s a night in. Behind closed doors, the rules change.

RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS WHITNEY MARCHELLE JACKSON "DINNER & SHOW"

Monday April 13th, 2026

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Maya Shaw is a singer songwriter and a pianist whose work brings together timeless style with modern sensibility. She brings to the stage a blend of jazz classics from the early twentieth-century and modern hits. Maya Shaw has brought her warm, expressive vocal performance all over the world.