Happy House
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
55
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Happy House, the earliest from 2024. On Apr 24, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale average 80, so Happy House trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Pans of raw chicken not in original packaging stored above raw shrimp in reach in freezer. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in door hinge to reach in section of flip top cooler on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live roaches inside of gasket to combo reach in cooler/freezer on cook line in kitchen. Observed 2 live roaches in gasket to reach in freezer on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 4 live roaches in gasket to walk in cooler on cook line in kitchen. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food stored in reach in freezer on cook line with food to be served to the public. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. Rice holder stored on chair next to hand wash sink on cook line exposed to splash. Operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed #2 from left chest freezer **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease. Hood filters soiled, gaskets at reach in coolers soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on ground in back hallway outside of employee rest room. Observed approximately 7 dead roaches inside compressor area of combo reach in cooler/freezer on cook line in kitchen Observed 2 dead roaches inside compressor area of reach in freezer on cook line kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches on ground under cook line flip top in kitchen **Warning**
35A-03-4
55
Dec 3, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
64
Oct 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
52
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer 200+ Ppm. Operator diluted rechecked 100 Ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In restroom.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed bag of chicken and pork in reach in cooler. Per operator removed from freezer yesterday. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic degreaser substance not labeled. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense kiko rice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on floor in kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in rice container the handle of scoop in contact with rice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip top soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet nesting in mop bucket.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Working containers of salt and msg cornstarch removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
47
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
55
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal can used for scooping uncooked rice from container in kitchen area. Operator removed can. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed open package of tofu in reach-in cooler. Operator removed and placed in food safe container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop in mop bucket at back kitchen area. Operator removed mop and hung correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed several bins of food removed from original container with no common name label. Operator wrote common name on each bin. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Happy House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Happy House on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Happy House?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Happy House.
How does Happy House compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Happy House most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Happy House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Happy House have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Happy House means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Happy House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Happy House is inspected around four times per year on average.
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