Bonchon Allston
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
50
Score
Bonchon Allston has been inspected 22 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 10, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “system maintained in good repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
Restaurants in Allston average 80, so Bonchon Allston trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
22
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
System maintained in good repair (p)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at prep area leaking in the bottom. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Some prepared food items without labels at the refrigerating unit near cooking line. Provide.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at cooking line without soap and paper towels. Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed roach in the glue trap at lower level. Provide an IPM report from a licensed exterminator.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Some bulk food storage units without labels. Provide.
590.003/3-302.12-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Several shelves at prep /warewashing area soiled . Top of dish machine soiled. Clean all properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Exterior walls and roofs protective barrier (c)
Inspector notes: Rear door at lower level with a space at the bottom. Provide a proper barrier to cover it.
590.006/6-202.16-C
Floor and wall junctures coved and enclosed or sealed (c)
Inspector notes: Several CO2 tanks not secured /chained. Provide.
590.006/6-201.13-C
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Floor at lower level behind three bay sink soiled. Clean properly..
590.006/6-501.13-C
50
Oct 30, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: At the hold holding unit near the fryolaters chicken at 109F had been cooked two hours ago per the person in charge. Person in charge decided to reheat chicken to 165F and increase temperature of hot holding device as water inside the reservoir was 110F. Hot hold TCS items at 135F and above.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Manual and mechanical warewashing equipment chemical sanitization-temperature ph concentration and hardness (p)
Inspector notes: Quat sanitizer at three bay sink at bar and in red sanitizer bucket across from bar area tested at 0ppm with location's and inspector's test strips. Location's dispenser of quat was empty which was causing the mixed sanitizer in the location to be below required concetration. Person in charge swapped empty container of quat for a new one.
590.004/4-501.114-P
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple glue boards with small cockroaches in the basement and the pest control report from 10-21-2025 indicates there is an active German cockroach issue at this location. Recommened increasing treatments and following pest control operator's suggestions to get rid of cockroaches. There were also multiple areas in the basement and inside cabinets of the bar area with small rodent droppings; clean and sanitize areas of droppings. Provide ongoing pest control reports to damien.yee@boston.gov
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: In the kitchen they are using cardboard to line the floors in front of the fryolaters; discard and discontinue using cardboard; nonfood contact surfaces should be cleanable durable and nonporous.
590.004/4-101.19-C
64
Jun 13, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: The floor at the warewashing area in the kitchen is lefting allowing water to accumulate in the area- Repair properly
590.006/6-501.11-C
(a) and (c) good repair and calibration-utensils and temperature and pressure measuring devices (c)
Inspector notes: The wash and rinse gauges on the high temperature dish machine are not properly measuring the washer temperature. An irreversible thermometer indicated the the machine was properly rinsing at 182F. Gauges must be properly fuctioning and shall be properly repaired
590.004/4-502.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Small leak from the pipe below the prep sink in the kitchen- Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
86
May 22, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Nozzle to soda gun with black buildup Internal panel of ice machine with black mold like spots Clean equipment with proper frequency
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: The floor at the warewashing area in the kitchen is lefting allowing water to accumulate in the area- Repair properly
590.006/6-501.11-C
(a) and (c) good repair and calibration-utensils and temperature and pressure measuring devices (c)
Inspector notes: The wash and rinse gauges on the high temperature dish machine are not properly measuring the washer temperature. An irreversible thermometer indicated the the machine was properly rinsing at 182F. Gauges must be properly fuctioning and shall be properly repaired
590.004/4-502.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Small leak from the pipe below the prep sink in the kitchen- Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
78
Feb 19, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: The temperature gauges on the high temperature dish machine are not properly working Per a thermal strip used at the time of the inspection the machine is properly sanitizing A service report was provided at the time of the inspection that showed that a service call was made and that the service technician indicated that the machine was operating properly. Another service call was made today and a service technician is en route to properly repair the gauges.
590.004/4-501.11-C
95
Feb 3, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspction the person in charge was unable to answer questions pertaining to the inspection The CFPM must properly train the person in charge when the CFPM is not at the establishment
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection priority violations were noted Review inspection report with staff and review proper procedures
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Rinse gauge on the high temperature dishwasher is not properly working- Test strip indicates machine is properly sanitizing- Repair gauge
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Observed employee eating in the kitchen- Designate area for employee meals
590.002/2-401.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: The temperature gauges on the high temperature dish machine are not properly working Per a thermal strip used at the time of the inspection the machine is properly sanitizing A service report was provided at the time of the inspection that showed that a service call was made and that the service technician indicated that the machine was operating properly. Another service call was made today and a service technician is en route to properly repair the gauges.
590.004/4-501.11-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: No drain plugs available for the 3 bay sink in the lower level- Provide Dishwasher available in the kitchen Gloves used as drain plugs at 3 bay sink at the bar- Discontinue and provide proper drain plugs
590.004/4-501.11-C
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: No cover on the waste receptacle in the restroom used by all employees- Provide
590.005/5-501.17-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light ficture at the top of the stairs to the lower level missing light shield- Replace
590.006/6-202.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Covers missing on floor drains in the lower level- Replace
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer dispenser at the 3 bay sink in the lower level is broken- At the time of the inspection the employee in the lower level working was unable to properly set up sanitizer Repair dispenser for use
590.006/6-501.11-C
52
Jan 27, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection priority violations were noted Review inspection report with staff and review proper procedures
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Rinse gauge on the high temperature dishwasher is not properly working- Test strip indicates machine is properly sanitizing- Repair gauge
590.004/4-204.115-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspction the person in charge was unable to answer questions pertaining to the inspection The CFPM must properly train the person in charge when the CFPM is not at the establishment
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer dispenser at the 3 bay sink in the lower level is broken- At the time of the inspection the employee in the lower level working was unable to properly set up sanitizer Repair dispenser for use
590.006/6-501.11-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Covers missing on floor drains in the lower level- Replace
590.006/6-501.11-C
Light bulbs protective shielding (c)
Inspector notes: Light ficture at the top of the stairs to the lower level missing light shield- Replace
590.006/6-202.11-C
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: No cover on the waste receptacle in the restroom used by all employees- Provide
590.005/5-501.17-C
Good repair and proper adjustment-equipment (c)
Inspector notes: No drain plugs available for the 3 bay sink in the lower level- Provide Dishwasher available in the kitchen Gloves used as drain plugs at 3 bay sink at the bar- Discontinue and provide proper drain plugs
590.004/4-501.11-C
Eating drinking or using tobacco (c)
Inspector notes: Observed employee eating in the kitchen- Designate area for employee meals
590.002/2-401.11-C
55
Nov 19, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible thermometer available at the establishment for the high temperature dishwasher-Provide
590.004/4-302.13-PF
Handwashing sinks-numbers and capacities (pf)
Inspector notes: Employees are doing food preparation in the lower level- Provide an adequate handsink in the area of prep for employees to properly wash hands
590.005/5-203.11-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Grease trap is odorous in the lower level- Inspect gasket and replace if damaged
590.005/5-205.15-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Space noted at the bottom of the door in the lower level- Provide new door sweep
590.006/6-501.111-C
(a) and (c) good repair and calibration-utensils and temperature and pressure measuring devices (c)
Inspector notes: Rinse gauge on the high temperature dishwasher is not properly working- Repair
590.004/4-502.11-C
70
Sep 27, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection numerous areas of the establishment including the front counter the dining room and a section of the lower level are under constructed. No work was in progress at the time of the inspection the manager noted that all work is being conducted during non business hours. Establishment is currently operating as takeout only Make proper repairs to all areas to ensure surfaces are smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable. Areas include but not limited to: All walls throughout the dining area unfinished wood along stairs to lower area drywall replaced in lower level ceiling tiles missing in numerous areas counter area along front bar.
590.006/6-101.11-C
95
Sep 6, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection numerous areas of the establishment including the front counter the dining room and a section of the lower level are under constructed. No work was in progress at the time of the inspection the manager noted that all work is being conducted during non business hours. Establishment is currently operating as takeout only Make proper repairs to all areas to ensure surfaces are smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable. Areas include but not limited to: All walls throughout the dining area unfinished wood along stairs to lower area drywall replaced in lower level ceiling tiles missing in numerous areas counter area along front bar.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment has changed pest control company and provided reports from the previous pest control company. Reports do not provide details Provide a detailed pest control report from the updated licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-C
90
Aug 30, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection numerous areas of the establishment including the front counter the dining room and a section of the lower level are under constructed. No work was in progress at the time of the inspection the manager noted that all work is being conducted during non business hours. Establishment is currently operating as takeout only Make proper repairs to all areas to ensure surfaces are smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable. Areas include but not limited to: All walls throughout the dining area unfinished wood along stairs to lower area drywall replaced in lower level ceiling tiles missing in numerous areas counter area along front bar.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment has changed pest control company and provided reports from the previous pest control company. Reports do not provide details Provide a detailed pest control report from the updated licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood stickers expired May 2024- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection
590.006/6-501.14-C
86
Aug 23, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection numerous insects were noted including small black flies and cockroach like bugs in the upper kitchen and lower area Most recent pest control reports have minimal notes and indicate no pest activity at the location as recent as 08/11/24 Provide a complete pest control report and indicate to the pest control company that pests are observed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment is doing food prep in the lowerlevel There is no handsink available in the area where the products are being prepared- Install a handsink for use by employees
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Manual warewashing sink compartment requirements (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection an employee was observed washig a pot with soap in a prep sink- Corrected on site and the employee was instructedto use the available warewashing for all equipment
590.004/4-301.12-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration units within the establishment are not properly operating and products have been moved to alternative refrigerators- Repair
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Rinse gauge on the high temperature dishwasher is inoperable- Make repairs Irreversible thermometer indicated a rinse temperature of 180.1F at the time of the inspection
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection numerous areas of the establishment including the front counter the dining room and a section of the lower level are under constructed. No work was in progress at the time of the inspection the manager noted that all work is being conducted during non business hours. Establishment is currently operating as takeout only Make proper repairs to all areas to ensure surfaces are smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable. Areas include but not limited to: All walls throughout the dining area unfinished wood along stairs to lower area drywall replaced in lower level ceiling tiles missing in numerous areas counter area along front bar.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment has changed pest control company and provided reports from the previous pest control company. Reports do not provide details Provide a detailed pest control report from the updated licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Large leak noted from the pipe below the prep sink in the kitchen- Make proper repairs
590.005/5-205.15-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood stickers expired May 2024- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection
590.006/6-501.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed scoops stored in products with the handle in the product Scoops for rice and utensils at the cookline stored in soiled stagnant water- Corrected on site
590.003/3-304.12-C
47
Aug 14, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Manual warewashing sink compartment requirements (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection an employee was observed washig a pot with soap in a prep sink- Corrected on site and the employee was instructedto use the available warewashing for all equipment
590.004/4-301.12-PF
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Establishment is doing food prep in the lowerlevel There is no handsink available in the area where the products are being prepared- Install a handsink for use by employees
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Refrigeration units within the establishment are not properly operating and products have been moved to alternative refrigerators- Repair
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Warewashing machines temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: Rinse gauge on the high temperature dishwasher is inoperable- Make repairs Irreversible thermometer indicated a rinse temperature of 180.1F at the time of the inspection
590.004/4-204.115-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection numerous insects were noted including small black flies and cockroach like bugs in the upper kitchen and lower area Most recent pest control reports have minimal notes and indicate no pest activity at the location as recent as 08/11/24 Provide a complete pest control report and indicate to the pest control company that pests are observed
590.006/6-501.111-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Large leak noted from the pipe below the prep sink in the kitchen- Make proper repairs
590.005/5-205.15-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: At the time of the inspection numerous areas of the establishment including the front counter the dining room and a section of the lower level are under constructed. No work was in progress at the time of the inspection the manager noted that all work is being conducted during non business hours. Establishment is currently operating as takeout only Make proper repairs to all areas to ensure surfaces are smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable. Areas include but not limited to: All walls throughout the dining area unfinished wood along stairs to lower area drywall replaced in lower level ceiling tiles missing in numerous areas counter area along front bar.
590.006/6-101.11-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood stickers expired May 2024- Schedule hood cleaning and inspection
590.006/6-501.14-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed scoops stored in products with the handle in the product Scoops for rice and utensils at the cookline stored in soiled stagnant water- Corrected on site
590.003/3-304.12-C
50
Mar 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Preventing contamination from hands (p)
Inspector notes: Observed an employee handling cooked chicken with his bare hands- Per the employee the product was for personal consumption Reviewed glove use procedures and the product was removed from the service area
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: No handsoap available at the sink at the chicken breading station- Corrected
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: Priority violations noted on the inspection report- Review with staff
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at the chicken breading station blocked by a bulk food container of flour- Removed
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Intensity-lighting (c)
Inspector notes: Lighting in one of the walkins in not properly fuctioning- Repair
590.006/6-303.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Numerous utensils stored in heavily soiled stagnant water at the cookline Removed at the time of the inspection and equipment was run through the dishwasher Discontinue
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a bowl of raw chicken stored on top of a waste receptacle in the kitchen- Corrected on site
590.003/3-305.11-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Cardboard being used on the floor at the cookline- Removed at the time of the inspection
590.006/6-101.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Walls on both sides of the stairs leading to the lower prep with unfinished wood- Finish to make surface smooth durable nonpourous and cleanable
590.006/6-201.11-C
50
Oct 19, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Reheating for hot holding (p)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken placed without reheating at hot holding unit (70F). PIC stated it had been there for less than 1 hour and placed it for immediate re-heating at 165F on gridle. Re-heat properly before placing for hot holding.
590.003/3-403.11-P
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at lower level without paper towels. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Knifes stored soiled on magnetic strip. Clean and sanitize before storing away.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at the cooking line used to store soiled utensils. Discontinue use for handwashing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Metal rear exit area/stairs with grease build up. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.114-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Utensils used for rice dispencer stored in stagnant at ambient temperature. Discontinue store properly on a clean/sanitized surface.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Large bowls with thawing chicken placed in the floor inside the walk-in unit. Elevate properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes with single-use articles/containers stored on the floor at lower level. elevate properly.
590.004/4-903.11-C
Storage areas rooms and receptacles capacity and availability (c)
Inspector notes: Area around grease containers outside and containers itself very soiled. Clean the area and grease containers.
590.005/5-501.16-C
Floors walls and ceilings-cleanability (c)
Inspector notes: Lower level prep area missing several ceiling tiles. Provide.
590.006/6-201.11-C
47
Jul 6, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
When to wash (p)
Inspector notes: Observed employees putting on gloves in the lower level to prepare foods without washing hands- Corrected on site
590.002/2-301.14-P
Preventing contamination from hands (p)
Inspector notes: Observed employee handle cooked chicken with bare hands- Review glove use with employees Product discarded
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Temperature measuring devices manual and mechanical warewashing (pf)
Inspector notes: No irreversible thermometer available at the time of the inspection- Provide
590.004/4-302.13-PF
(a) (b) and (c)(1) (4)-(16) demonstration (pf)
Inspector notes: The employee that identified themselves as the PIC was unable to answer questions related to food safety. Employee was unable to locate test strips and irreversible thermometer at the time of the inspection and had to call the manager for answers to inspection questions. Review food safety and operational procedures with the PIC when the CFPM is not on site
590.002(B)/2-102.11-PF
Mechanical warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (pf)
Inspector notes: High temperature dishwasher is indicating a rinse temperature of 130F- No irreversible thermometer available to test machine Discontinue use of the machine and wash /sanitize all equipment in the 3 bay sink with quats at 200-400ppm. Disposable tableware shall be used until repairs are made to the high temperature dish machine
590.004/4-501.112-PF
Handwashing sinks-location and placement (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed employees preparing foods in the lower level. In the area the preparation was being conducted there is no handwashing sink available. The only handwashing sink noted in the lower level is adjacent to the warewashing area that is not located near where te prep is being done. Install additional handwashing sink in the prep area
590.005/5-204.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: No paper towels available at the handwashing sink in the kitchen- Corrected
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: numerous rodent droppings noted on stairs and below equipment- Provide an upated detailed pest control report frrom a licensed pest control company
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Area around bar taps at the front conter with heavy black buildup and damaged- Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Small leak noted from pipe below the handsink in the kitchen- Repair
590.005/5-205.15-C
Covering receptacles (c)
Inspector notes: Waste receptacle in restroom used by females with no covers- Provide
590.005/5-501.113-C
35
Mar 6, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
(a)(1) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Chicken placed at hot holding equipment registered 89F. PIC stated it had been out for about an hour and placed it for deep frying. Mantained all TCS foods at 135F or above.
590.003/3-501.16-P1
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handink at cooking line and prep area without paper towels. Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at cooking line and at lower level prep area without soap. Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Retrain staff with regard to proper handwashing practices and proper hot holding.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at the cooking line used to store soiled utensils. PIC removed them use for hanwashing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Observed soiled knifes stored on magnetic strip. Clean and sanitize properly before storing away.
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning floors dustless methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed large amount of grease under and around cooking line also several cardboards placed on the floor very soiled with grease. Remove cardboard and clean all properly.
590.006/6-501.13-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Large amount of grease build up at the metal stairs at the outside rear of establishment. Clean all properly to remove.
590.006/6-501.114-C
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Several ceiling tiles missing at lower level prep area. Replace.
590.006/6-201.12-C
Food storage-preventing contamination from the premises (c)
Inspector notes: Boxes with single-use take out containers store on the floor at lower level. Elevate properly.
590.003/3-305.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Observed several in-use utensils strored in stagnant water at ambient temperature. Store properly in a clean/sanitized surface or mantain water at 135F or above and change frequently.
590.003/3-304.12-C
41
Nov 16, 2022
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: Retrain staff with regard to proper warewashing.
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsinks at lower level and cooking line without soap . Provide.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at lower level prep area used to stored equipment. Use for handwashing only.
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink at cooking line without paper towels. Provide.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of froylators with large grease build up. Handsink at lower level very soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent above fryolators with large grease build up. Clean properly.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: CO2 tanks at lower level not secured. Secure/chain properly.
590.006/6-201.17-C
(a) and (c) equipment utensils linens and single-service and single-use articles-storing (c)
Inspector notes: Box with take out containers stored on the floor at storage area. Elevate properly.
590.004/4-903.11-C
55
Sep 15, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Pressure measuring devices mechanical warewashing equipment (c)
Inspector notes: High Temp Dish Machine out of order. Three Bay Sink used for warewashing at this time. Dish Machine Scheduled to be replaced ivoice submitted. Repair or replace.
590.004/4-203.13-C
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Lower level ceiling missing some ceiling tiles. Replace.
590.006/6-201.12-C
90
Sep 6, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Lower level ceiling missing some ceiling tiles. Replace.
590.006/6-201.12-C
Pressure measuring devices mechanical warewashing equipment (c)
Inspector notes: High Temp Dish Machine out of order. Three Bay Sink used for warewashing at this time. Dish Machine Scheduled to be replaced ivoice submitted. Repair or replace.
590.004/4-203.13-C
90
Aug 9, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Manual warewashing equipment heaters and baskets (pf)
Inspector notes: High Temp Dish Machine out of order. Three Bay Sink used for warewashing at this time. Repair or replace.
590.004/4-204.116-PF
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink at lower level leaks at the bottom. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cooking line equipment with grease build up. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent sticker expired. Scheduled to renew this comming Sunday. Provide a current Hood Vent Sticker. Grease build up at hood vent. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Pressure measuring devices mechanical warewashing equipment (c)
Inspector notes: High Temp Dish Machine out of order. Three Bay Sink used for warewashing at this time. Dish Machine Scheduled to be replaced ivoice submitted. Repair or replace.
590.004/4-203.13-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and around cooking line soiled. Clean properly
590.006/6-501.12-C
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Lower level ceiling missing some ceiling tiles. Replace.
590.006/6-201.12-C
67
Jul 26, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Manual warewashing equipment heaters and baskets (pf)
Inspector notes: High Temp Dish Machine out of order. Three Bay Sink used for warewashing at this time. Repair or replace.
590.004/4-204.116-PF
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Lower level ceiling missing some ceiling tiles. Replace.
590.006/6-201.12-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floor under and around cooking line soiled. Clean properly
590.006/6-501.12-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent sticker expired. Scheduled to renew this comming Sunday. Provide a current Hood Vent Sticker. Grease build up at hood vent. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Cooking line equipment with grease build up. Clean to remove.
590.004/4-602.13-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Handsink at lower level leaks at the bottom. Repair.
590.005/5-205.15-C
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bonchon Allston last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bonchon Allston on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bonchon Allston?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Bonchon Allston.
How does Bonchon Allston compare to other restaurants in Allston?
Bonchon Allston most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Allston average of 80.
Has Bonchon Allston's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bonchon Allston have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bonchon Allston means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Bonchon Allston inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bonchon Allston is inspected around six times per year on average.
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