Russ & Daughters Cafe
A cozy sit-down spin-off of the iconic appetizing shop, serving Jewish comfort classics like smoked fish and bagels in a bright, relaxed space.
- Mon – Thu, 08:30 – 14:30; Fri – Sun, 08:30 – 15:30
- $$
- 127 Orchard Street
- 4.6 (3673 reviews)
People
Joel RussOwner
Josh Russ TupperOwner
Niki Russ FedermanOwner
Description
Opened on the original appetizing shop's centennial, the cafe translates a century of counter-service queues into a sit-down experience. The intimate space pairs dark wood tables and an open kitchen with a calm cream-and-blue aesthetic. The menu expands on the classics, offering caviar, blintzes, and champagne to accompany the fish boards. It is a small footprint, meaning waiting lines build up later in the morning, though early arrivals can expect fast, friendly service.