I've been going to the Baths for 25 years. On the plus side, you won't find an old-school Russian/Turkish bath like this in New York. It's a great spot to have great Ukranian food, see a cross-section of New York life, decompress and "sweat your prayers," as they say - a real departure from the rush of the city. On the minus side, you are often met with pushy massage therapists seeking clients and a counter staff anxious to sell you on multiple visits, sometimes to grating effect. In summary, when I'm in the mood to unwind - and have the presence of mind to deflect a hard-sell - I like this place a lot and really value its restorative effects.