Staten Island, NY — Bonchon Hylan Blvd, a Korean restaurant located at 2211 Hylan Boulevard, received a Grade B rating following a health inspection conducted on March 9, 2026. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) released the inspection data on March 11, 2026.

The restaurant scored 21 points during the inspection, placing it in the Grade B range. Under NYC's restaurant grading system, establishments scoring between 14 and 27 points receive a B grade. This represents a decline from the restaurant's previous Grade A rating.

What Inspectors Found

Health inspectors identified one critical violation during the March 9 inspection. The violation involved food protection protocols, specifically regarding how food, supplies, and equipment were handled during storage, preparation, transportation, display, and service operations.

Inspectors documented that food, supplies, or equipment were not adequately protected from potential sources of contamination. The inspection report also noted concerns with condiments, which were neither provided in single-service containers nor dispensed directly by staff members, as required by health regulations.

The violation was classified under code 06C, which addresses contamination prevention requirements throughout the food handling process, including protection from customers' refillable or reusable containers.

Food Safety Context

NYC Health Code Article 81 establishes mandatory standards for food protection in commercial establishments. These regulations align with FDA Food Code guidelines requiring physical barriers between food products and potential contamination sources.

The specific violation cited relates to cross-contamination prevention, a fundamental principle in food safety management systems. Proper food protection during all stages of handling reduces the risk of foodborne illness transmission. Single-service containers for condiments serve as a critical control point, preventing customer-to-food contact that could introduce pathogens.

According to DOHMH guidelines, critical violations indicate conditions that contribute directly to foodborne illness or injury. The agency requires immediate corrective action for all critical findings.

Inspection History

The restaurant's inspection record shows the following results:

  • March 9, 2026: Score 21 (Grade B)
  • September 5, 2024: Score 12 (Grade A)
  • August 16, 2024: Score 40

The September 2024 inspection resulted in a Grade A rating with 12 points, demonstrating the establishment's previous compliance with health standards. An earlier August 2024 inspection recorded 40 points, which would have resulted in a Grade C rating at that time.

Understanding NYC Restaurant Grades

New York City requires restaurants to post letter grades based on inspection scores:

  • Grade A: 0-13 points (highest rating)
  • Grade B: 14-27 points
  • Grade C: 28 or more points

Lower scores indicate fewer violations. Each violation carries a point value based on its public health significance, with critical violations receiving higher point values than non-critical findings.

Public Health Resources

The DOHMH maintains a public database of all restaurant inspections at nyc.gov/health. Consumers can search by establishment name, address, or cuisine type to review current grades and violation histories.

The department conducts unannounced inspections of food service establishments at least once per year. Restaurants scoring 14 points or higher receive a re-inspection, typically scheduled within 30 days, providing an opportunity to demonstrate corrective actions.

Establishments may also request grade-pending cards while contesting violations through the city's administrative tribunal process.

More About This Restaurant

View the full inspection history for Bonchon Hylan Blvd including all past inspections, violations, and grade changes.