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HAPPY'S CLUB AND RESTAURANT

200 SW 5 STREET, Belle Glade FL 33430 · 561-902-4161

Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 10 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6022301
Grade history
MAY 24
JAN 25
APR 25
JAN 26
APR 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Live rodent present. Observed live rodent run across dining area into storage closet for unused chairs.
High priority/35A-19-4/Admin Complaint
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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

4 cases · $2,000

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2025037091Apr 3, 2025Jun 2, 2025$600
2--2024031356May 9, 2024Jun 20, 2024$800
2--2024018921Mar 6, 2024May 9, 2024$400
2--2021008969Feb 1, 2021Apr 19, 2021$200

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At refrigerator: ground beef (50F - Cold Holding) As per operator, stored in unit 10 mins. Not prepped or portioned today. Operator placed to quick chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Jan 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At glass door deep freezer: raw chicken and raw ground beef stored above French fries - not all products commercially packaged. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Apr 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 8 small flying insects observed landing on ice tea containers and shelf of dry storage shelf.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At deep freezer: raw chicken in ziplock bag stored above French fries. At freezer compartment of refrigerator: raw fish in ziplock bags stored above bag with fully cooked chicken tenders. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 6 rodent droppings observed under triple sink in corner near dry storage shelf in kitchen near cook line. Approximately 3 rodent droppings observed in corner beside shelf that stores single service utensils across from refrigerator in kitchen. Operator swept, cleaned and sanitized.
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Live rodent present. Observed live rodent run across dining area into storage closet for unused chairs.
High priority/35A-19-4/Admin Complaint
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 7 rodent droppings under prep table between triple sink and cook line in kitchen. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
High priority/35A-04-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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 to operator.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service spoons stored in such a manner that they are soiled in open container. Operator discarded soiled spoons.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
May 10, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 10 rodent droppings under hand wash sink beside double door standing refrigerator. Approximately 10 rodent droppings under triple sink near cook line. Approximately 5 rodent droppings on various sections of shelf used to stored various seasonings and condiments.
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint/Return visit May 10, 2024 · Approximately 10 rodent droppings under triple sink near cook line. Approximately 2 rodent droppings on various sections of shelf used to stored various seasonings and condiments. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas. Admin Complaint Corrected On-Site
May 9, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In freezer unit of double door standing refrigerator: raw portioned chicken stored over open bag of shredded potatoes. Neither items commercially packaged. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 3 live roaches under hand wash sink near double door standing refrigerator. 1 live roach running on igloo cover. 1 live roach crawling on prep table near microwave.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 10 rodent droppings under hand wash sink beside double door standing refrigerator. Approximately 10 rodent droppings under triple sink near cook line. Approximately 5 rodent droppings on various sections of shelf used to stored various seasonings and condiments.
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint
Mar 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At standing reach in cooler-freezer unit in kitchen: raw beef burgers (50F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator stored last night and held overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Return visit Mar 6, 2024 · At standing reach in cooler-freezer unit in kitchen: raw beef burgers (50F - Cold Holding) ; cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding) As per operator stored last night and held overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At standing reach in cooler-freezer unit in kitchen: raw beef burgers (50F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator stored last night and held overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Return visit Mar 6, 2024 · At standing reach in cooler-freezer unit in kitchen: raw beef burgers (50F - Cold Holding) ; cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding) As per operator stored last night and held overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale. Admin Complaint
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Return visit Mar 6, 2024 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches under triple sink amongst bottles of water on the floor. 8 dead roaches on the floor beneath hand wash sink.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint/Return visit Mar 6, 2024 · 4 dead roaches on the floor under triple sink. Admin Complaint
Mar 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At double door freezer-cooler unit; freezer section: Raw chicken stored beneath open package of fully cooked chicken strips. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At double door freezer-cooler unit; cooler section: Raw hamburger stored above cut lettuce and sliced tomatoes stored in a ziplock bag. Advised operator to store properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 6 live roaches under triple sink near cookline. Approximately 10 live roaches coming from corners above triple sink, running behind fan at triple sink and into sink where clean pots are pans are drained.
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At standing reach in cooler-freezer unit in kitchen: raw beef burgers (50F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator stored last night and held overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At standing reach in cooler-freezer unit in kitchen: raw beef burgers (50F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding). As per operator stored last night and held overnight. Not prepped or portioned today. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Insecticidal sprays stored beside lemonade mix and black pepper on food storage shelf beneath counter near triple sink. Operator stored properly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches under triple sink amongst bottles of water on the floor. 8 dead roaches on the floor beneath hand wash sink.
Basic/35A-03-4/Admin Complaint

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