Pirojki
Meat, mushroom, potato or cabbage, baked in the oven.
Paris 16th · Serge Rachmaninoff Conservatory
A Slavic café in a hidden courtyard of the 16th.
A hidden courtyard where Paris meets the Slavic soul.
Samovar Café is at 26 avenue de New York, in the courtyard of the Serge Rachmaninoff Conservatory, between Trocadéro, Iéna and the Seine. Entry is free: walk through the archway, the terrace is at the back. Pirojki, medovik, specialty coffee and matcha, in peace, facing the Seine.
26 avenue de New York · Paris 16th
Where
26 avenue de New York, 75116 Paris. In the courtyard of the Serge Rachmaninoff Conservatory.
How
Metro Iéna (line 9) or Alma-Marceau (line 9). RER C, Pont de l'Alma. Free entry, no booking needed.
When
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 6 pm. Thursday, 3 pm to 7 pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Hours may change for private events. Instagram
The place
A hidden café in a place steeped in culture.
Samovar Café sits in the courtyard of the Serge Rachmaninoff Conservatory, a few minutes from Trocadéro and the Eiffel Tower. The place blends heritage, Eastern European culture and Parisian hospitality.
People come for a coffee, a medovik or a quick lunch, but also to read, talk, work, join a workshop, or simply enjoy the calm of the terrace.
On the menu
Slavic classics, simply done.
Pelmeni
Cooked to order.
Specialty coffee
Roasted by Terres de Café. Espresso, cappuccino, latte and iced drinks.
Signature drinks
Tchaï Tchaikovsky, Bolshoï, Pavlova and house matcha lattes. Hot or iced.
Eastern sodas
Kvas, tarhun, Buratino.
Desserts
Medovik, syrniki with honey, Plombir ice cream.
Sweet treats
Orejki, prianiki, zefir, kartochka, trubochki.
Through the seasons
The terrace moves with the rhythm of Paris.
Spring
Activities return: creative workshops, meet-ups and cultural events on the terrace.
Summer
Iced drinks, Plombir ice cream and a cool terrace in the courtyard.
All year round
Coffee, Eastern European specialities, sweet breaks and quiet meetings.
Groups and private hire
Your moment, in our courtyard.
School groups, associations, workshops, lunches, cocktails, masterclasses, meetings and book launches. The terrace can be booked in part or in full, depending on your format.
- Up to 80 guests
- Tailored menu from 10 guests
- At least one month's notice
What guests say
A rare and endearing place.
Google · 48 reviews · as of 16/10/2026
« Petit havre de paix vers Trocadéro. Une charmante terrasse au calme et de très bons gâteaux. »
« Ambiance relaxante avec la musique et la végétation. Le Conservatoire Rachmaninoff est magnifique. »
« Endroit rare et attachant. Cuisine slave faite avec soin, cadre hors du temps. On y revient. »
Getting to the Samovar
A hidden courtyard, facing the Seine.
Address26 avenue de New York, 75116 Paris
MetroIéna (9) · Alma-Marceau (9) · RER C Pont de l'Alma
Phone01 47 23 51 44
Instagram@samovarcafeparis
Prices€ · affordable
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is Samovar Café?
In the courtyard of the Serge Rachmaninoff Conservatory, 26 avenue de New York, Paris 16th. Walk through the archway; the terrace is at the back of the courtyard.
Do I need to be a Conservatory student to come in?
No. The café is open to everyone, entry is free and no booking is needed.
What are the opening hours?
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 6 pm. Thursday, 3 pm to 7 pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Hours may change for private events: our Google listing and Instagram are always up to date.
Can I have brunch at the Samovar?
There is no set brunch, but from 11 am at the weekend the menu works well for a late-morning meal: syrniki with honey, pirojki, pelmeni, medovik and specialty coffee.
Can we come with a school group?
Yes, from 10 people, with a tailored menu and at least one month's notice. Part of the terrace can be reserved.
Can we hire the terrace privately?
Yes, up to 80 guests, depending on the format, date and number of people. Write to us and we will put together a proposal.
Can I pay by card?
Yes, bank cards are accepted.
Can I take away?
Yes, the whole menu is available to take away.
Is the café wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the terrace is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are welcome on the terrace.
Is the Samovar a Russian café?
Yes, in the broad sense: it is a Slavic café. The menu features Russian and Eastern European classics (pirojki, pelmeni, medovik, syrniki), and the team speaks Russian.
Which languages does the team speak?
The team speaks French, English and Russian.
Is there wifi?
No, the café does not offer wifi.
Map
26 avenue de New York, 75116 Paris. The Google map only loads if you ask for it, so no tracker is set without your consent.