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Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar Lounge in Times Square

4.2 out of 5, 624 reviews$40–80 per person

Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar in Times Square

The mood

Trendy, upscale · good late at night · good for small groups

Known for

Smetannik

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The story

An upscale lounge in Times Square, open until 2 AM most nights and 3:59 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Known for its smetannik.

Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar is a lounge in Times Square with a long history as a celebrity hangout. Its red banquettes and original bar date from its earlier days as Jilly's Canteen, and the venue also has a private dining room. Live piano performances and dinner-and-show evenings are part of the regular program.

Specials & happy hour

Specials and happy hour at Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar

  • Happy hour

    Happy hour

    Happy hour runs 4pm to 7pm Monday through Friday.

    Mon–Fri · 4 PM–7 PM

    From their website · Updated Nov 2026

What's on at Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar

  • Mon9

    Kathryn Semple dinner and show

    Mon, Nov 9 · 7:30 PM–9 PM

    Dinner and show with piano vocalist Kathryn Semple.

    From their website · Updated Nov 2026
  • Tue17

    Sofia Laiti dinner and show

    Tue, Nov 17 · 6:30 PM–8 PM

    Jazz singer Sofia Laiti; dinner included in ticket price, tax and gratuity not included.

    From their website · Updated Nov 2026

Know before you go

Vibe
Trendy, Upscale, Lively
Perfect for
Date, Groups, Business, Late Night
Best times
Afternoon, Dinner, Happy Hour, Late Night
Group size
Friends (2-3), Small Group (4-6)
Insider tip
Call us at (212)-757-0168 or book a table through Open Table. The Speakeasy Samovar features live jazz and cocktails once a month on Monday nights, with a $65 ticket that includes a flight of six award-winning vodkas shots, mini blini crowned with smoked salmon rolls, and guaranteed seating in the intimate lounge.

The details at Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar

How to visit
Dine-in · Takeout · Delivery
Dietary options
Vegan · Gluten-free
Setting
Indoors
Atmosphere
Romantic

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