There are more than 27,000 restaurants in the five boroughs, according to the city’s health department. We're wondering if one restaurant critic has identified the single worst, based on his recent review.

Writing for the New York Post, columnist Steve Cuozzo says things have hit “rock bottom” at the iconic Russian Tea Room. 

To top it off, Cuozzo says his meal came with a fiery side show when some artwork in the restaurant burst into flames during dinner.

NY1 has reached out to the Russian Tea Room for comment on Cuozzo’s latest column, but we have not heard back.

Cuozzo joined "Mornings On 1" anchors Pat Kiernan and Jamie Stelter to talk about his review, and what to look forward to in the realm of city dining this year.