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Russian Bathhouse in the Bayview to Serve Booze

The fish goes in the beer? Yes, it appears it does.
The fish goes in the beer? Yes, it appears it does. Photo: Courtesy of Archimedes Banya

We have an unusual little bit of news to share today: The Archimedes Banya (748 Innes Street), a true Russian-style co-ed bathhouse out in the Bayview that opened late last year, is soon adding beer and wine to their existing menu at the in-house restaurant, called Zteamers. You can already enjoy a plate of dried fish, or cooked salmon, or other Russian snack after steaming and soaking, as well as a non-alcoholic fermented rye beverage called kvass, but soon you’ll be able to have actual booze — just not vodka, unfortunately… they’re only applying for a beer-and-wine license. And be warned, if you don’t like being naked, this place is very naked, and it’s co-ed on weeknights and all weekend long. [Grub Street]

Russian Bathhouse in the Bayview to Serve Booze