Russian Turkish Baths

268 East 10 Street, Manhattan, NY 10009

Eastern European

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

The health department has logged four inspections at Russian Turkish Baths, the earliest from 2022. Russian Turkish Baths was last inspected on Apr 6, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 10 violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Dishwashing and ware washing” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Compared to other Manhattan restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

06F

Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

06A

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

Food, prohibited, from unapproved or unknown source, home canned or home prepared. animal slaughtered, butchered or dressed (eviscerated, skinned) in establishment. reduced oxygen packaged (rop) fish not frozen before processing. rop food prepared on premises transported to another site.

03A

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Current letter grade or grade pending card not posted

20-06

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Apr 11, 2024

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

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Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Sep 1, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food, supplies, and equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display or service.

06C

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Jan 20, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

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Food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal product temperature is reduced from 140º f to 70º f or less within 2 hours, and from 70º f to 41º f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Russian Turkish Baths last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Russian Turkish Baths on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Russian Turkish Baths?

Across the inspection record, “dishwashing and ware washing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Russian Turkish Baths.

How does Russian Turkish Baths compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Russian Turkish Baths most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Russian Turkish Baths' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Russian Turkish Baths have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Russian Turkish Baths means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Russian Turkish Baths inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Russian Turkish Baths is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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