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Happy China
11355 TARA BLVD , HAMPTON, GA 30228 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health
Most recent inspection (March 12, 2026): Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving management & training, handwashing & hygiene and temperature control. This restaurant scored as low as 65 on January 16, 2025 — see the full history below.
Inspection history
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B80March 12, 20266 violations
Inspectors recorded 6 violations, 4 of them critical, involving management & training, handwashing & hygiene and temperature control.
Observed a establishment without a food allergy awareness training. Advised PIC Employees are properly trained in food safety, including food allergy awareness, as it relates to their assigned duties. Food allergy awareness includes describing foods identified as major food allergens and the symptoms that a major food allergen could cause in a sensitive individual who has an allergic reaction. Advised PIC to obtain a food allergy awareness training and produce to the Health Authority upon request.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Upon arrival, observed a pot scrubber obstructing the hand wash sink in the main kitchen. Advised PIC that A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Advised PIC to remove pot scrubber from hand sink.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed facility without vomit/fecal clean up procedures in order to respond to vomit/fecal events. Advised PIC A food establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow and an EPA registered disinfectant effective against Norovirus available on-site at the food service establishment when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the food service establishment. The procedures shall address the specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. Advised PIC to obtain procedures in order to respond to vomit/fecal events. Provided PIC with procedures for vomit/fecal events.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Observed a container of cooked chicken wings cooling on the counter at room temperature in the main kitchen. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods: under refrigeration, uncovered or loosely covered. COS: PIC placed cooked chicken wings in the RIC in the main kitchen for proper cooling.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed several foods stored uncovered in the main kitchen's RIC (a container of shrimp egg rolls, and a container of fries) and the main kitchen's walk-in cooler (multiple bulk containers of sauce and a bulk container of bean sprout). Advised PIC that except when cooling, all foods shall be stored covered in order to protect from contamination. COS: PIC placed covers on all foods.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Upon arrival, observed visible light entry at the front and back door of the establishment. Advised PIC that outer openings shall of a food service establishment shall be protected from the entry of pests and rodents by solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Advised PIC to place sealant on the front and back door of the facility.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”B81August 6, 20255 violations
Inspectors recorded 5 violations, 2 of them critical, involving food storage, temperature control and pest control.
Observed, in the walk-in cooler, multiple containers of raw chicken stored above multiple cans of soda. Also observed in the walk-in cooler, 1 box of raw shell eggs stored above a container of cut onions and cut carrots. Advised PIC that ready to eat and raw foods shall be stored according to final internal cook temperature. COS: PIC rearranged walk-in cooler according to final internal cook temperature.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed 3 containers of cooked chicken cooling on the counter at room temperature. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. COS: PIC placed the 3 containers of cooked chicken uncovered in the walk-in cooler for proper cooling.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Observed multiple packages of raw pork thawing in stagnant water at the 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC on proper thawing methods. COS: PIC turn of water of less than 70 degrees at the 3-compartment sink for proper thawing.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Upon arrival, observed visible light entry at the screen door near the back of the establishment. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. COS: PIC closed back door of the facility.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”Observed cigarettes, lighter, and cell phone located on shelving united connected to the prep top cooler in the main kitchen. Advised PIC areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: PIC relocated items to the designated area for personal belongings.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)”A99January 30, 20251 violation
Inspectors recorded 1 violation, 1 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing.
Observed a scoop made out of materials from an old sauce bottle. Advised PIC all materials shall be food grade materials.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)”U65January 16, 20258 violations
Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 4 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and handwashing & hygiene.
Upon arrival observed chicken thawing in 3 compartment sink next to chemical spray bottle. Advised PIC all food shall be protected & stored in separate areas when preparing food. COS- chemical spray bottle removed. Also, observed just cooked chicken stored in direct contact with egg crate. Advised PIC all food shall be stored to prevent contamination. COS-chicken was discarded.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)”Observed several TCS foods held above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS food shall be held @ 41F or below. Advised to relocate.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”Observed leak @ faucet @ hand sink. Advised PIC to have leak repaired.
−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”Upon arrival observed wiping cloth in hand sink. Advised PIC hand sink shall be used for hand washing only. COS- wiping cloth removed.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)”Observed several foods (broccoli, cabbage, carrot, chicken wings) stored uncovered. Advised PIC all foods shall be stored covered to prevent contamination.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”Observed several food items thawing on countertop. Advised PIC of proper thawing methods. COS- food items were moved to the cooler.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Upon arrival observed several damp wiping cloths stored on countertop between use. Advised PIC all damp wiping cloths shall be stored in chemical sanitizer between use.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”Observed use of several cans & sauce bottles reused. Advised PIC all items are for single use & not to reuse.
−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)”B85July 16, 20243 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving handwashing & hygiene, temperature control and pest control.
Upon arrival, observed PIC wash hands in cold water at the designated handwash sink and began prepare/handle food. Advised PIC on proper handwashing procedures. COS: PIC rewashed hands with warm water at the designated handwash sink.
−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(5)(b) - cleaning procedure (p)”Observed multiple items in the WIC (raw chicken wings, cooked shrimp, and cooked shredded chicken) cooling tightly covered. Advised PIC on proper cooling methods. COS: PIC removed lids from all containers.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)”Upon arrival, observed visible light entry at the back door of the establishment. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)”B89December 21, 20233 violations
Inspectors recorded 3 violations, 2 of them critical, involving management & training and temperature control.
During time of inspection, observed child (unauthorized personnel) in prep area of kitchen. Advised PIC that persons unnecessary to the food service establishment operation are not allowed in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. COS: PIC had unauthorized personnel sit in lobby area.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)”Observed incorrect bleach and no procedures on file for vomit/fecal response. Advised PC that procedures and all materials for vomit/fecal response shall be kept at facility at all times. Advised PIC to obtain bleach from EPA List G. COS: Provided PIC with procedures for vomit/fecal response.
−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)”Upon arrival, observed raw beef and raw chicken thawing on counter at room temperature. Advised PIC on proper thawing methods. COS: PIC moved raw chicken and raw beef to the WIC for proper cooling.
−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)”Georgia scores on a 100-point scale: A 90–100, B 80–89, C 70–79, U below 70.
Source
Published by the Georgia Department of Public Health · permit FSP-031-001699. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.