HAPPY CHINA GARDEN INC
1616 W CAPE CORAL PKWY STE 110, Cape Coral FL 33914
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,440
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026018091 | Jan 26, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 | $200 |
| 7--2023053557 | Aug 8, 2023 | Nov 2, 2023 | $200 |
| 7--2021049919 | Oct 4, 2021 | Nov 12, 2021 | $840 |
| 7--2019021965 | Mar 28, 2019 | May 15, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat chopped green onions and tofu. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 01-26-2026 Opertor moved food to proper storage.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared sweet n sour chicken, per operator made 24 hours prior not date marked.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees preparing foos without hair restraints. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 01-26-2026
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Food stored on floor. Sheet trays of chicken stored on floor of walk in freezer
Plumbing system in disrepair. Leaking water pipe underneath three compartment sink
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Grab and go utensils are unwrapped and not stored handle up.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of peanuts and sesame no labeled after removing from original containers
Jan 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw beef stored over ready to eat tofu in reach in cooler. Operator moved foods to proper storage. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steam well, pork dumplings (106 F - Hot Holding). Operator began reheating for proper hot holding.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD 40 stored with clean food containers. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared chicken in walk in cooler, per operator made 24 hours prior not date marked. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Unable to dispense at either hand sink in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of degreaser not labeled under hand sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Partial personal beverage on to go counter and dry storage shelf. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In front counter beverage cooler. Observed operator correct violations in order to meet inspection standards.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. This is a repeat violation from the previous inspection dated 08-13-2025
Aug 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above ready to eat vegetables. Operator moved foods to proper storage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter hand sink blocked.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Prepared chicken per operator made 24 hours prior not date marked. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 01-16-2025
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. To go cup used as scoops in multiple in flour bin. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In kitchen. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 01-16-2025
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Three employees preparing food without hair restraints. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 01-16-2025
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exterior door. This is a repeat violation from previous inspection dated 01-16-2025
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Heavy build up of grease and food debris on floor of cooks line and dry storage area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Peanuts, sesame seeds and cashews in unlabeled containers.
Mar 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and chicken not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Jan 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over unwashed produce in walk-in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork and chicken not date marked.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over ready to eat chicken in walk-in cooler. The owner moved the raw shrimp to bottom shelf beside raw chicken.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times behind front counter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in restroom.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken, pork and egg rolls not date marked.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw chicken on containers in walk-in freezer not 6 inches off the floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of rice and flour not labeled in dry storage area.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of DayQuil medication on prep table. The owner removed medication from prep table.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in 3 compartment sink. Educated operator to only wash hands in designated hand washing sinks.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed manager Time as public Health Control Paperwork for sprouts, cut leafy greens and pork wong tongs. The manager printed out and filled out during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and egg rolls not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions on floor in kitchen.
Aug 8, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bourbon chicken (49F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. Observed raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding) and raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager moved raw chicken and raw shrimp into walk-in freezer
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, chicken and egg rolls not date marked.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk-in cooler ambient temperature 47F.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw products not 6 inches off the floor in walk-in freezer.
Aug 2, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed cook wash hands in 3 compartment sink than dry hands on shirt and pants.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bourbon chicken (49F - Cold Holding); chicken (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. Observed raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding) and raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager moved raw chicken and raw shrimp into walk-in freezer
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed operator wash hands in 3 compartment sink.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-104.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed manager DBPR Form HR 5030-103. The manager printed out and filled out during inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed pork, chicken and egg rolls not date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in restroom.
Unnecessary persons in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed 2 children in the kitchen area.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk-in cooler ambient temperature 47F.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed raw products not 6 inches off the floor in walk-in freezer.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.