Happy Garden

1236 Spofford Avenue, Bronx, NY 10474

Chinese

Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026

Score

Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Public records show four inspections at Happy Garden stretching back to 2023. On Jan 6, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average for Bronx sits at 77, putting Happy Garden on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 6, 2026

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

4 minor violations.

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Single service article not provided. single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.

10H

Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.

10B

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.

10F

Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.

10G

Jan 8, 2025

Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Failure to post or conspicuously post healthy eating information

20-08

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Thawing procedure improper.

09B

Mar 17, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Accurate thermometer not provided or properly located in refrigerated, cold storage or hot holding equipment

10E

Mar 8, 2023

Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection

6 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.

02G

Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.

04A

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.

04L

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Contract with a pest management professional not in place. record of extermination activities not kept on premises.

28-06

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

08A

Nuisance created or allowed to exist. facility not free from unsafe, hazardous, offensive or annoying condition.

28-01

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Happy Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Happy Garden on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Happy Garden?

Across the inspection record, “evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Happy Garden.

How does Happy Garden compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Happy Garden most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Happy Garden's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

How often is Happy Garden inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Happy Garden is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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