Russian Vodka Room
(212) 307-5835
265 W 52nd St
New York,
NY
10019
40.7633
-73.9844
Neighborhoods: Theater District - Times Square, Midtown
What People Are Saying About Russian Vodka Room
The Editor
Karen Hudes
Citysearch
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 a bar where after-work folks and Eastern emigres kick back. It may take you a few minutes to notice there are no windows; that's just the way the Russians like it. If the image of the former USSR as a culture of melancholy and longing holds some sort of visceral appeal, this may be the spot for you. It doesn't really rage, and it's certainly easy to mind your own business, but the intimate bar and the bartenders' rapport with guests make it easy to mix. Get into the spirit with ice-cold shots of one of more than 50 vodkas, including the house infusions in fresh flavors such as strawberry, apple cinnamon, ginger and, the kicker, horseradish.
User Reviews
trainakr
November 24, 2006
Great ambiance. The homemade infused vodka is always good. Don't ask for a mixer though, they will mock you!
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mberson27
November 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!
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b102198
August 12, 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!
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Know Before You Go:
It's OK to come hungry. You can snack on dishes like gravlax with potato pancakes or a bowl of borscht.The apple blintz with vanilla ice cream is particularly delectable; or, if you're feeling rich, go for the caviar.
What to Drink:
In addition to hard-to-find Russian and Polish vodkas, the bar stocks an ultra-smooth New York variety called Peconika.
Know Before You Go:
It's OK to come hungry. You can snack on dishes like gravlax with potato pancakes or a bowl of borscht. The apple blintz with vanilla ice cream is particularly delectable; or, if you're feeling rich, go for the caviar.
What to Drink:
The bar stocks hard-to-find Russian and Polish vodkas, all worth a "shot."
Category:
Restaurants, Piano Bars, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Singles Bars
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
