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The Restroom Archive: A Public Bathroom Log

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A unique online archive catalogs public restrooms visited at restaurants, cafes, museums, airports, and parks. Each entry logs the date, business name, and location, with occasional descriptions of the interior, fixtures, and notable features.

The most recent entry, dated 30 Aug 2026, covers Paulie Gee's Slice Shop in Brooklyn, NY, a pizza spot where the family restroom is accessible through the bar area. The interior features subway tiles, wood paneling, and a basket-weave tile floor, while the door and soap dispenser are covered in graffiti tags.

The archive spans multiple years and countries, with visits to notable locations including The Met Cloisters in Manhattan, the Boutique des Catacombes de Paris in France, and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport in Roissy-en-France. Many entries are concentrated in Brooklyn, NY, and the Salt Lake City, UT area, suggesting the curator spends significant time in those regions. Other locations include Shanghai, CN, Los Angeles, CA, and Hyde Park, NY, showcasing a wide geographic scope. The earliest visible entries date back to 2023, with businesses ranging from local diners and bakeries to museums, airports, and antique malls.