Russian Vodka Room

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265 W 52nd St (at nr. Broadway)
New York, NY 10019

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(212) 307-5835
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I visited the Russian Vodka Room with a Russian friend of mine, and had an awesome experience (but I'd feel just as comfortable going with non-Russians). We set a reservation for ...

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My feeling is that this place is not good for food anymore, only for a few drinks. I am Russian and I am deeply hurt by them putting vinegar in pickled mushrooms (this dish used t...

God Bless Russia 9/11/2009

I visited the Russian Vodka Room with a Russian friend of mine, and had an awesome experience (but I'd feel just as comfortable going with non-Russians). We set a reservation for two at 8:00 pm on a Saturday with no problem, and the table was waiting for us when we got there. Every person we interacted with at the restaurant was extremely pleasant and attentive. The crowd was a mix of Russian and American, and got louder and happier as the evening went on. The food was delicious and comforting, and I'm still thinking about how awesome the peach/apricot infused vodka was. I left pleasantly drunk and ready to book a one way ticket to Moscow. I love this place!!! more
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Excellent In Every Way 3/24/2009

My date took me to RVR for our 1st date. We drank excellent martinis and infused vodkas in a lively yet intimate atmosphere. The barmaid was attentive but not overbearing. The music, the lights, the company created the perfect setting. I definitely recommend RVR. But be careful - you may end up falling for a Russian! more
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always fun 11/24/2006

Great ambiance. The homemade infused vodka is always good. Don't ask for a mixer though, they will mock you! more
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always fun 11/23/2006

Great ambiance. The homemade infused vodka is always good. Don't ask for a mixer though, they will mock you! more
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really good vodka 11/20/2006

do you like vodka? well you're in for a treat! RVR's specialty infused vodkas are the real deal. make sure to pace yourself, though! american style shot slamming can get you in trouble, and by that i mean very drunk very fast! Pros: vodka more
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really good vodka 11/19/2006

do you like vodka? well you're in for a treat! RVR's specialty infused vodkas are the real deal. make sure to pace yourself, though! american style shot slamming can get you in trouble, and by that i mean very drunk very fast! Pros: vodka more
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Fun & different 8/11/2006

All's I know is that whenever I go here I walk in completely sober and walk out barely knowing my name....they know their vodka, that's for sure! Pros: Amazing selection of Vodkas more
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Fun & different 8/11/2006

All's I know is that whenever I go here I walk in completely sober and walk out barely knowing my name....they know their vodka, that's for sure! Pros: Amazing selection of Vodkas more
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Bad cheese plate, bad pickled mushrooms, crowded, overpriced 7/24/2006

My feeling is that this place is not good for food anymore, only for a few drinks. I am Russian and I am deeply hurt by them putting vinegar in pickled mushrooms (this dish used to be delicious and crunchy). They are supposed to be in salt and spices not in vinegar! Oh well. This place used to get most things right, now it fell victim to bad recipes and below average service. Still crowded though. Pros: Central Location Cons: Cheesae plate, service, snacks. more
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Bad cheese plate, bad pickled mushrooms, crowded, overpriced 7/24/2006

My feeling is that this place is not good for food anymore, only for a few drinks. I am Russian and I am deeply hurt by them putting vinegar in pickled mushrooms (this dish used to be delicious and crunchy). They are supposed to be in salt and spices not in vinegar! Oh well. This place used to get most things right, now it fell victim to bad recipes and below average service. Still crowded though. Pros: Central Location Cons: Cheesae plate, service, snacks. more
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Great Selection! 6/8/2006

This place is a cozy little where-everybody-knows-your-name kind of place. There's live music. There's caviar and blinis. There are a multitude of flavored vodkas which are piquant and tasty...and will knock your socks off. And the martinis are to die for. Try the lychee cocktail..made with Lichido liqueur and pineapple juice. Mmmmm...I'll be back. more
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Great Selection! 6/8/2006

This place is a cozy little where-everybody-knows-your-name kind of place. There's live music. There's caviar and blinis. There are a multitude of flavored vodkas which are piquant and tasty...and will knock your socks off. And the martinis are to die for. Try the lychee cocktail..made with Lichido liqueur and pineapple juice. Mmmmm...I'll be back. more
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Yummy 1/23/2006

I was recently in NYC and came across this place and had the Plum vodka !All I can say is WOW! my friend had the pear and that was good but, I enjoyed the Plum very much. more
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Excellent Food, Atmosphere and Price 1/2/2006

What a great time we had here. Drinks are incredible, Martinis and Infused Vodkas. Traditional Russian fare is delicious. The prices were exceptional. We had Martinis before dinner, Appetizer, two entrees, more drinks with dinner, bottle of wine, dessert and a glass of porto to finish it off. All for $101 dollars, unbelievable. Service was top notch by Sveta, and the piano player was very talented. Great food, drinks and music for an inforgettable evening. Spasibo Bolshoe! more
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Vodka, vodka, vodka = good 8/26/2005

If you like vodka, martinis, flavored vodkas -- go here. you will not be disappointed. more
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Vodka, vodka, vodka = good 8/26/2005

If you like vodka, martinis, flavored vodkas -- go here. you will not be disappointed. more
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the best martinis ever! 11/22/2004

I never miss dropping by when in NYC. The best martini for your money. more
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Great After Work or for the Night Out 2/25/2004

The Russian Vodka Room is a great place to go for infused-vodka in NY. (A tip ? don?t confuse it for the Russian Samovar across the street. The owner gets a little touchy when you both figure out that you?re at the wrong vodka bar.) They?re known for their home-infused vodka?s, which range from strawberry (my favorite), peach etc. to horseradish, dill etc. for the more daring. You can get their vodkas in heart-shaped carafes (comes in small/large) or your choice of 6 vodkas that come in shot glasses on ice. Their martini?s are also really good for those who can?t stomach vodka straight-up (i.e. sour apple martini, watermelon martini. I would also recommend getting their appetizers as well, which are surprisingly really good bar food with your vodka (i.e. smoked meats platter, cabbage in a phyllo-dough pastry). If possible try to make a reservation, since it gets really packed. more
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Great After Work or for the Night Out 2/19/2004

The Russian Vodka Room is a great place to go for infused-vodka in NY. (A tip dont confuse it for the Russian Samovar across the street. The owner gets a little touchy when you both figure out that youre at the wrong vodka bar.) Theyre known for their home-infused vodkas, which range from strawberry (my favorite), peach etc. to horseradish, dill etc. for the more daring. You can get their vodkas in heart-shaped carafes (comes in small/large) or your choice of 6 vodkas that come in shot glasses on ice. Their martinis are also really good for those who cant stomach vodka straight-up (i.e. sour apple martini, watermelon martini. I would also recommend getting their appetizers as well, which are surprisingly really good bar food with your vodka (i.e. smoked meats platter, cabbage in a phyllo-dough pastry). If possible try to make a reservation, since it gets really packed. Pros: Infused Vodka, Great Food, Trendy yet cool more
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Infusions 12/16/2003

Get their infused vodkas, the rest you can have anyplace else. Pros: fun crowd, good prices Cons: Stalin and Lenin? more
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  • In knowing Soviet fashion, the canopy outside reads ""Attitude Adjustment Hour."" The dim, dark-toned interior features a piano player, a few front banquettes, a separate dining room and an arc of...

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  • Hours: Sun-Mon, 4pm-1am; Tue-Thu, 4pm-2am; Fri-Sat, 4pm-3am
  • Payments: American Express, Visa, Discover, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Theater District - Times Square, Midtown
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