Russ & Daughters Cafe
127 ORCHARD STREET, Manhattan, 10002
Should you eat here?
Mostly OK — but 1 critical violation was found at the latest inspection (7 months ago). Details below.
Last inspected Dec 29, 2025 · New York City health department
What the inspector found on Dec 29, 2025
Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
CriticalA cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
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.
Inspection history
| Date | Result | Type | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, 2025 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| Aug 27, 2024 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
| May 2, 2024 | Grade Pending | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection | 8 (3 critical) |
| Feb 10, 2023 | Grade A | Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection | 3 (1 critical) |
Problems that keep coming back
Issues cited at more than one inspection — a better signal than any single visit.
- 4×A cleanliness or sanitizing issue with surfaces, dishware, or the general premises.
- 2×Raw and ready-to-eat foods were not kept separate, risking contamination.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
- 2×Signs of pests (like mice, rats, roaches, or flies) or conditions that could attract them.
Around this address
City records for the building itself, not this restaurant’s inspection.
- 29 rodent inspections on record, 5 finding rat activity.
- 2 recent 311 complaints filed at this address.
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