Happy China Restaurant

4810 Mobile Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32506

Chinese

Last inspected: Mar 6, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Happy China Restaurant four times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 6, 2024. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Happy China Restaurant's record stops at Mar 6, 2024, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Pensacola average 95, so Happy China Restaurant trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.

02C-02-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Upon inspection observed fan vents soiled with mold like substance in walk-in cooler.

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Upon inspection observed multiple Equipment in kitchen including walking cooler/freezer in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Upon inspection observed tiles damaged and missing throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

36-17-5

Oct 30, 2023

Routine - Food

6 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Upon inspection observed ceiling tiles stained and soiled throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Upon inspection observed moisture between pans in drying racks. **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Upon inspection observed kitchen Equipment in disrepair throughout kitchen.

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed cabbage sack stored on the floor in walk-in cooler

08B-38-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Upon inspection observed garbage doors open. **Repeat Violation**

33-16-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Upon inspection observed ceiling tiles damaged throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

36-32-5

Feb 8, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Upon inspection observed ceiling tiles damaged and stained throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

36-32-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Upon inspection observed floor tiles damaged and tiles missing throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

36-17-5

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Upon inspection observed walls stained and damaged throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

36-24-5

Oct 3, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Happy China Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Happy China Restaurant on file is from Mar 6, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Happy China Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Happy China Restaurant.

How does Happy China Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?

Happy China Restaurant most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.

Has Happy China Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Happy China Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Happy China Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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