BONCHON in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026
📍 325 5 AVENUE, Manhattan, NY 10016 ·
🍽️ Korean
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🚇 Herald Square-34th Street, Penn Station-34th Street
Overview
Bonchon in Midtown South has been subject to 2 emergency closures by NYC DOHMH inspectors since 2022, though it currently holds a Grade A with a score of 13 points. Across 9 inspections from 2022 to 2026, the restaurant has received Grade A on 2 occasions, with no Grade B or C results on record.
9
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
2
Closures
2
Grade A Inspections
BONCHON in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Emergency Closures (2)
BONCHON in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Full Inspection History (9 records)
GRADE A
Feb 19, 2026
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 13
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to ...
Dec 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 18
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Hot TCS foo...
Dec 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 18
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Hot TCS foo...
Dec 22, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 18
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Hot TCS foo...
GRADE Z
Aug 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Score: 2
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Violations:
10F
🚫 CLOSURE
Aug 12, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 75
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Food contact surface, refillable, reusable containers, or equip...
🚫 CLOSURE
Aug 12, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 75
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Violations:
10F
GRADE A
Nov 15, 2023
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 13
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects o...
Dec 5, 2022
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 34
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foo...
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BONCHON in Midtown South Flatiron Union Square: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was BONCHON last inspected?
- BONCHON was last inspected on February 19, 2026 (Grade A). The inspection score was 13 points.
- What is BONCHON's current health grade?
- BONCHON currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many times has BONCHON been closed by NYC Health?
- BONCHON has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has BONCHON had?
- BONCHON has 9 health inspections on record from December 2022 through February 2026. The restaurant received Grade A on 2 occasions.
- What was the worst inspection score at BONCHON?
- The worst inspection score recorded at BONCHON was 75 points on August 12, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.