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Byung Chun Soon Dae

Other food place · Queens, NY

14 inspections

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CleanCleaver food safety systematic review results

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4 problems found · 2 marked critical · Health department inspection, Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection · Sep 5, 2026

Is that a lot?

Most food places here got 10 to 24 point violations. Byung Chun Soon Dae got more than most. That's from the last routine visit, on Feb 5, 2026.

Compared with 21,170 New York City food places. Each place's last routine inspection counts.

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  1. Marked critical: Hot food below 135°F 02BHow to fixFix it
  2. Marked critical: Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right 06DHow to fixFix it
  3. No backflow test on file 10BHow to fixFix it

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Source: New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

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Inspections

From New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene · 14 inspections on record · Last checked Oct 7, 2026

The health department visited 4 times in the last 12 months (1 routine, 3 other).

Point violations at each routine inspection
Oct 3, 2024: 56May 1, 2025: 60Sep 8, 2025: 52Feb 5, 2026: 5356525320242026

NYC inspects each restaurant at least once a year. A place scoring 14 or more on an initial inspection gets a second, graded inspection.

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  1. LatestSep 5, 2026Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection19 points

    This one: 19 points, inspected Sep 5, 2026.

    4 violations listed, 2 marked critical.

    Critical (2)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hot food below 135°F

      The department's words

      02B Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

      Food Code 3-501.16(A)(1)

      How can a restaurant or home fix this?

      If food is out of range

      • Hot food below 135°F for less than 2 hours: reheat to 165°F.
      • Cold food above 41°F for less than 2 hours: chill it right away.
      • Unknown time or longer: throw it out.

      Which foods need temperature control (TCS)

      3 more steps in the full guide Read the free guide

      Hot and cold holding

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      Fix and log it now

      Are you Byung Chun Soon Dae? Fix it

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right

      The department's words

      06D Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

      Food Code 4-602.11

      How can a restaurant or home fix this?

      Clean first, then sanitize

      • 1. Scrape off food.
      • 2. Wash with detergent and warm water.
      • 3. Rinse off the soap (soap weakens sanitizer).

      From Food Code 4-603.16

      When to clean food-contact surfaces

      4 more steps in the full guide Read the free guide

      Cleaning vs sanitizing, and sanitizer strengths

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      Fix and log it now

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    Not critical (2)

    • No backflow test on file

      The department's words

      10B 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.

      Food Code 5-205.15

      How can a restaurant or home fix this?

      In CleanCleaver: Backflow device test

      Backflow test on file

      In CleanCleaver: Backflow device test

      Fix and log it now

      Are you Byung Chun Soon Dae? Fix it

    • Shelves and surfaces need cleaning

      The department's words

      10F 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.

      Food Code 4-602.13

      How can a restaurant or home fix this?

      In CleanCleaver: Check a room top to bottom

      Shelves, handles and outsides of equipment clean

      In CleanCleaver: Check a room top to bottom

      Fix and log it now

      Are you Byung Chun Soon Dae? Fix it

  2. EarlierJul 14, 2026Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection44 points (C)

    9 violations listed, 5 marked critical.

    Critical (5)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Cold food above 41°F

      The department's words

      02G 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.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: mice

      The department's words

      04L Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right

      The department's words

      06D Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      In-use utensils stored wrong

      The department's words

      06E Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Wiping cloths left out of sanitizer

      The department's words

      06F Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Not critical (4)

    • Pests seen inside: rodents

      The department's words

      08A Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

    • Equipment in poor repair

      The department's words

      09C Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. Surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

    • No backflow test on file

      The department's words

      10B 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.

    • Shelves and surfaces need cleaning

      The department's words

      10F 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.

  3. EarlierFeb 5, 2026Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection53 points

    10 violations listed, 5 marked critical.

    Critical (5)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Sewage or wastewater not disposed of right

      The department's words

      04F Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: mice

      The department's words

      04L Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Sewage or wastewater not disposed of right

      The department's words

      05A Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      06C Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right

      The department's words

      06D Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Not critical (5)

    • Pests seen inside: rodents

      The department's words

      08A Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

    • Hand sink not ready to use

      The department's words

      09E Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.

    • No backflow test on file

      The department's words

      10B 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.

    • Shelves and surfaces need cleaning

      The department's words

      10F 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.

    • Dish sink or dish machine not set up right

      The department's words

      10G Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

  4. EarlierNov 10, 2025Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection78 points (C)

    12 violations listed, 9 marked critical.

    Critical (9)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hot food below 135°F

      The department's words

      02B Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Cold food above 41°F

      The department's words

      02G 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.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Cooked food not cooled in time

      The department's words

      02H After cooking or removal from hot holding, TCS food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °F to 70 °F or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °F to 41 °F or less within 4 additional hours.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Thermometer missing or reading wrong

      The department's words

      04J Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of TCS foods during cooking, cooling, reheating, and holding.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: mice

      The department's words

      04L Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Show 4 more
    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food not cooled the right way

      The department's words

      05F Insufficient or no hot holding, cold storage or cold holding equipment provided to maintain Time/Temperature Control for Safety Foods (TCS) at required temperatures

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

      The department's words

      05H No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      06C Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right

      The department's words

      06D Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Not critical (3)

    • Pests seen inside: rodents

      The department's words

      08A Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

    • Chemicals unlabeled or stored near food

      The department's words

      08C Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

    • Shelves and surfaces need cleaning

      The department's words

      10F 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.

  5. EarlierSep 8, 2025Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection52 points

    11 violations listed, 8 marked critical.

    Critical (8)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hot food below 135°F

      The department's words

      02B Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Cold food above 41°F

      The department's words

      02G 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.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      04H Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: mice

      The department's words

      04L Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: roaches

      The department's words

      04M Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Show 3 more
    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: fruit flies

      The department's words

      04N Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hand sink not ready to use

      The department's words

      05D No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      06C Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Not critical (3)

    • Pests seen inside: rodents

      The department's words

      08A Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

    • No backflow test on file

      The department's words

      10B 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.

    • Thermometer missing or reading wrong

      The department's words

      10E Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

  6. EarlierJun 18, 2025Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection48 points (C)

    8 violations listed, 6 marked critical.

    Critical (6)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      No certified food protection manager on record

      The department's words

      04A Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: mice

      The department's words

      04L Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: fruit flies

      The department's words

      04N Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hand sink not ready to use

      The department's words

      05D No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hair, rings or clothing not kept food-ready

      The department's words

      06A Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Show 1 more
    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      06C Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Not critical (2)

    • Pests seen inside: rodents

      The department's words

      08A Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

    • Shelves and surfaces need cleaning

      The department's words

      10F 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.

  7. EarlierMay 1, 2025Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection60 points

    8 violations listed, 6 marked critical.

    Critical (6)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hot food below 135°F

      The department's words

      02B Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      No certified food protection manager on record

      The department's words

      04A Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      04H Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Pests seen inside: mice

      The department's words

      04L Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hand sink not ready to use

      The department's words

      05D No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Show 1 more
    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      06C Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    Not critical (2)

  8. EarlierMay 1, 2025Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial InspectionNo score given

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

      The department's words

      20-06 Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

  9. EarlierJan 30, 2025Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection37 points (C)

    5 violations listed, 5 marked critical.

    Critical (5)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hot food below 135°F

      The department's words

      02B Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      No certified food protection manager on record

      The department's words

      04A Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hand sink not ready to use

      The department's words

      05D No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hair, rings or clothing not kept food-ready

      The department's words

      06A Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right

      The department's words

      06D Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

  10. EarlierJan 30, 2025Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspectionNo score given

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

      The department's words

      20-06 Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

  11. EarlierOct 3, 2024Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection56 points

    10 violations listed, 6 marked critical.

    Critical (6)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hot food below 135°F

      The department's words

      02B Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      No certified food protection manager on record

      The department's words

      04A Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hand sink not ready to use

      The department's words

      05D No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

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    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Hair, rings or clothing not kept food-ready

      The department's words

      06A Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.

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    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      06C Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

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    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right

      The department's words

      06D Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

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    Not critical (4)

    • Chemicals unlabeled or stored near food

      The department's words

      08C Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

    • Food thawed the wrong way

      The department's words

      09B Thawing procedure improper.

    • No backflow test on file

      The department's words

      10B 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.

    • Dish sink or dish machine not set up right

      The department's words

      10G Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

  12. EarlierOct 3, 2024Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial InspectionNo score given

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

      The department's words

      20-04 “Choking first aid” poster not posted. “Alcohol and Pregnancy” warning sign not posted. Resuscitation equipment: exhaled air resuscitation masks (adult & pediatric), latex gloves, sign not posted.

  13. EarlierMar 14, 2024Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection47 points (C)

    8 violations listed, 6 marked critical.

    Critical (6)

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food not reheated to 165°F for hot holding

      The department's words

      02C Hot TCS food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º F or above within 2 hours.

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    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Cold food above 41°F

      The department's words

      02G 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.

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    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

      The department's words

      05H No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.

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    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Raw food not kept apart from ready-to-eat food

      The department's words

      06C Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right

      The department's words

      06D Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

      Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. This one comes first. Here's how a kitchen fixes it.

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    • Marked critical by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

      Wiping cloths left out of sanitizer

      The department's words

      06F Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.

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    Not critical (2)

    • No backflow test on file

      The department's words

      10B 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.

    • Shelves and surfaces need cleaning

      The department's words

      10F 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.

  14. EarlierMar 14, 2024Administrative Miscellaneous / Re-inspectionNo score given

    1 violation listed, 0 marked critical.

    Not critical (1)

    • Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

      The department's words

      20-06 Current letter grade or Grade Pending card not posted

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About this record

Search for the name on NYC Health's restaurant grades lookup.

Most people don't know what a normal result looks like for a place that's open every day. The ranges use each place's last routine inspection in this area. No other county is mixed in.

Zero points means the inspector found no problems. New York City adds points for each problem. Big ones, the kind most likely to make someone sick, add more.

Inspectors add points for each problem they find. 0 to 13 points is an A, 14 to 27 a B, 28 or more a C.

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Korean
Inspection type
Cycle Inspection / Compliance Inspection
Result
19 points
Source
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

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Questions about Byung Chun Soon Dae

When was Byung Chun Soon Dae last inspected?

The health department last inspected Byung Chun Soon Dae on Sep 5, 2026. It was a cycle inspection / compliance inspection.

What did the health department find at Byung Chun Soon Dae?

The health department listed 4 violations on Sep 5, 2026: Hot food below 135°F; Food-contact surfaces not cleaned or sanitized right; and No backflow test on file, and 1 more.

How often does New York City inspect restaurants?

NYC inspects each restaurant at least once a year. A place scoring 14 or more on an initial inspection gets a second, graded inspection.

What does a critical item mean?

Critical items are the ones most likely to make someone sick. On Sep 5, 2026, the health department marked 2 as critical.