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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.
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Events
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS WHITNEY MARCHELLE JACKSON
Monday March 23rd
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 ALBERT NEWBERRY
Tuesday March 24th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS ALBERT NEWBERRY "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday March 24th, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:00 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 KATHRYN SEMPLE
Monday March 30th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS KATHRYN SEMPLE "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday March 30th, 2026
7:30 PM - 9:00 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 request a tune and have a great time.
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS: BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
Monday March 30th
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 SYDNEY STEPHAN
Tuesday March 31st
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS SYDNEY STEPHAN "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday March 31st, 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
Monday April 6th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS IVAN DALIA "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday April 6th, 2026
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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 as well as a monthly residency at Russian Samovar.
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS LADY HOLLY
Sunday April 12th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS LADY HOLLY
Saturday, April 12th, 2026
5 PM
Lady Holly stands where rhythm meets ritual.
A singer, storyteller, actor, and shamanic guide, she creates work that moves through the body like music and lands in the spirit like truth.
An independent R&B and soul artist, Lady Holly’s sound carries the warmth of classic soul with the mysticism of cosmic storytelling. Her music explores love, frequency, sensuality, healing, and the sacred dance between human connection and divine remembrance. Whether performing original songs or curating intimate salon-style evenings of music, her voice invites listeners into a space that is both seductive and soulful.
Beyond the stage, Lady Holly is a spiritual practitioner and ceremonial facilitator known for her work with sacred technologies, breath, sound, and ancestral remembrance. As a shamanic teacher and guide, she helps others reconnect with their intuition, voice, and inner power through ritual, conversation, and embodied practice.
Her artistic path also includes acting and performance training, where she teaches and speaks about the artist’s body as an instrument of truth. Drawing from theater, music, and spiritual traditions, she inspires audiences and students to step fully into their voice and presence.
A captivating speaker and cultural storyteller, Lady Holly bridges art, spirituality, and lived experience. Through music, workshops, lectures, and intimate gatherings, she creates spaces where people can remember who they are, reclaim their joy, and move through life with courage, creativity, and soul.
In every form she works with—song, ceremony, story, or stage—Lady Holly reminds us that our voices are medicine and our lives are meant to be lived out loud.
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS MAYA SHAW
Monday April 13th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS MAYA SHAW "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.
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS ALBERT NEWBERRY
Tuesday April 14th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS ALBERT NEWBERRY "DINNER & SHOW"
Tuesday April 14th, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:00 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 DISCO FEVER
Sunday April 26th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS DISCO FEVER
Sunday, April 26th, 2026
6 PM
Forget boring concerts! We are turning the iconic Russian Samovar into a portal to the best decades of music—from the soulful 70s to the bold 2000s.
STARRING THE DUO OF THE YEAR Witness a high-energy performance by two stage legends:
OLEG SLEPTSOV – The legendary voice of the "Samotsvety" ensemble, a fashion icon, and a master storyteller. Each song is a journey through a generation’s history.
ELLINA GRAYPEL – Known as "The Voice of New York," this composer and powerhouse performer brings an explosive new sound to classic hits that will keep you on your feet all night.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
A Kaleidoscope of Hits: Experience live performances of the most beloved legends—from the timeless classics of Alla Pugacheva, Yuri Shatunov, and VIA "Samotsvety" to the bold rock-n-roll energy of Zhanna Aguzarova.
International Favorites: Dance to the rhythms of ABBA, Boney M., and the high-energy nostalgia of the 90s and 2000s.
Intimate & Electric Atmosphere: No formalities—just dancing, connection, and "Crazy Spring" energy in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.
Celebrate the peak of the season with us in the heart of NYC! Let the Crazy Spring bloom!
TICKETS:
General admition - $40 At the door - $50
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS ALBERT NEWBERRY
Monday April 27th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS ALBERT NEWBERRY "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday April 27th, 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 IVAN DALIA
Monday May 4th
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS IVAN DALIA "DINNER & SHOW"
Monday May 4th , 2026
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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 as well as a monthly residency at Russian Samovar.
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.
Review by - Yelp
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...
Review by - Yelp
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!
Review by - Yelp
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
