Russian Vodka Room

265 West 52 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

Eastern European

Last inspected: Mar 6, 2025

Score

High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Public records show three inspections at Russian Vodka Room stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 6, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to six violations.

By comparison, the average Manhattan facility scores 77, putting Russian Vodka Room on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 6, 2025

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

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

06F

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Jun 12, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

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

Mar 24, 2022

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food protection certificate not held by supervisor of food operations.

04A

Thawing procedures improper.

09B

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Russian Vodka Room last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Russian Vodka Room on file is from Mar 6, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Russian Vodka Room compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Russian Vodka Room most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Russian Vodka Room's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Russian Vodka Room have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Russian Vodka Room 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 Vodka Room inspected?

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

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