Happy Garden
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
47
Score
Happy Garden appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 28, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 13 violations per visit lately, up from roughly eight violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up two times.
The city-wide average sits at 78, which Happy Garden's 47 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
47
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 21 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Through facility. Walk-coolers, freezer.
14-31-5
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. Raw chicken on sheet tray above raw beef.
08A-17-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink next to oven.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marks on anything.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board attached to make table. Walk-in cooler shelves have old food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. **Corrected On-Site**
32-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In all bulk containers bowls and cans used. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Throughout the kitchen.Walk-in-in cooler, refrigerators and tables. **Repeat Violation**
14-05-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Underneath table throughout the kitchen
14-45-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Hood vents soiled with grease buildup.
36-34-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth covering broccoli.
21-05-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Back storage room
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Lids on all bulk containers soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
35B-03-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Metal cans used for scoop in multiple containers.
25-32-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. In Freezer and Cooler.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dishwashing area
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink near dish washing sink.
29-11-4
23
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
47
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Advised to remix. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bulk containers: flour, starch and corn starch. Sugar and jasmine rice all heavily soiled. Rice cookers/rice pots heavily soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink front counter.
29-20-5
Basic - Stored food not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in flour.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Hood and hood filters heavily soiled
23-24-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris and grease under wok area and other equipment throughout.
36-73-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Various in use containers cracked and chipped.
14-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Advised 135 or hotter.
10-07-4
55
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
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
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Happy Garden last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Happy Garden on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Happy Garden?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Happy Garden.
How does Happy Garden compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?
Happy Garden most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Kissimmee average of 78.
Has Happy Garden's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Happy Garden have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Happy Garden means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Happy Garden inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Happy Garden is inspected around two times per year on average.
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