Odessa

117 Ave. A
East Village, Manhattan

In 2026

Closed; now St. Dymphna's

Last licensed here under this name: 2017–18.

Checked October 15, 2026.

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Overview

Fantastic blintzes, borcht, latkes, and vodka tonics make this 24-hour diner and Avenue A old-timer a neighborhood favorite.

History

Blintzes, borscht and a vodka tonic

We praised the blintzes, the borscht and the vodka tonics in the same breath, which was the whole point of a place called Odessa Cafe and Bar. It had opened on Avenue A in 1965, and in 1994 it expanded into the restaurant space next door at 119 Avenue A¹.

The bar half closed on Saturday night, August 31, 2013, after a 50 percent rent increase¹.

The bar's old room is now a pub, St. Dymphna's, at 117 Avenue A².

Sources

Researched October 2026.

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Lei Bar under 0.1 mi A different business is licensed at this address: Niagra,Tompkins Square Bar, Lovers Of Today & 96 T
Lucy's under 0.1 mi Still pouring
St. Dymphna's under 0.1 mi Moved to 117 Avenue A
Avenue A Sushi under 0.1 mi Closed
Luca Bar under 0.1 mi Closed; now Hanoi House
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