Samovar Store

Do you carry cavier?

Yes, we do carry black (sturgeon) and red (salmon) caviar

Do you carry poppy seed pastries like kolache?

We do carry certain poppy seed pastries. Today we have two varieties of a poppy seed roll and poppy seed cookies. Next week, we will receive poppy seed danishes.

Do they carry smoked sablefish? Price?

Hello. We used to carry sablefish years ago. Our suppliers don't have it now. We carry smoked mackerel, butterfish, sturgeon (paddlefish), arctic omul, etc.

Do you sell Ukrainian food?

Yes, we do sell Ukrainian food

As someone who is new to Russian/Eastern European cuisine, what are some recommended items to try? (I was a little overwhelmed during my visit and would love some guidance!)

I would definitely recommend some prepared food like Olivie Salad, Red Borscht and Cabbage rolls. Also any kind of dumplings (aka pelmeni, pierogi, etc). You will find them in freezer section.… Read more

Do you sell black sturgeon caviar?

Hello! Yes, we do sell sturgeon caviar.

Are there any prince polo candy bars here?

Hello, Yes we do sell Prince Polo bars @ Samovar Deli

Do you sell the Romanian candy called "ROM?"

Unfortunately we don't sell any Romanian candies.

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