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Happy China

1143 EATONTON RD , MADISON, GA 30650 · Health inspection record from Georgia Department of Public Health

C
76 / 100 · Needs improvement
Last inspected March 9, 2026
5 inspections on record · average score 75
Failed inspection

This restaurant failed a health inspection on February 19, 2026, scoring 56/100 (grade U — Unsatisfactory). It has since been re-inspected and currently scores 76. Georgia re-inspects after a failing score, so the most recent number can be only days or weeks old.

Most recent inspection (March 9, 2026): Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.

Inspection history

Every recorded inspection, newest first. Open one to see what the inspector found that day — a past failure matters even when the current score looks fine.

C76March 9, 20268 violations

Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 4 of them critical, involving temperature control, cleaning & sanitizing and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalRepeatProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed food stored in prep cooler not maintain at 41F or below as of required. The range temperature for the chicken where between 55F and 56F. CA; All time temperature control for safety control shall be held at 41F or below for cold holding violation. COS: All concerned food were discarded.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalRepeatFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

A mix of detergent and chlorine was stated by employees as the method use to sanitized the dinning table. Also, employee use the same mix detergent and chlorine for wiping cloth use to clean the prep surface in main kitchen.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
CriticalPlumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Handwashing sink not in good repair.

−2 points · Cited as “511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatWarewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

4 compartment sink not properly labeled.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(b),(c) - manual warewashing, sink compartment requirement; drainboards (pf, c)”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

Current inspection was not displayed.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Walk-in cooler not in good repair gasket must be replaced.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Prep cooler must be service due to ambient temperature from 40F to 46F and cannot maintain food 41F or below.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Bare concrete floor in back dry storage, prep area, and part of the kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(1)(a) - indoor materials (c)”

This inspection deducted 24 points, but only 20 points are accounted for above — the published record for this visit is incomplete. See the full report at ga.healthinspections.us.

U56February 19, 202625 violations

Inspectors recorded 25 violations, 11 of them critical, involving food storage, pest control and temperature control.

CriticalFood separated and protected.

Observed a big container of rice stored in one of the compartments of the 4-compartment sink.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(j) - food contact with equipment & utensils, and linens (p)”
CriticalProper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food.

During the inspection, a complaint was received by a customer stating that they had requested a replacement meal after observing multiple flies landing on their food, and the customer reported that the meal was returned to them without being replaced or changed. After review, it was observed that the rice had been mixed into the beef, indicating the original plate had been handled and altered rather than discarded and remade. The person in charge (PIC) stated that the employee misunderstood the customer's request.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(x) - returned food & re-service of food (p)”
CriticalProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed food (beef, pork) stored in a room temperature that was supposed to be maintained at 41°F or below, not held properly as required.

−9 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)”
CriticalFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

The dining tables were not sanitized with the proper method as required.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
CriticalFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

No sanitizer in the bucket used to clean and sanitize the dining table. Detergent water was being used.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed a fixed can opener with a heavy buildup of food stains. Ensure to fully clean and sanitize frequently.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed several pieces of food surface equipment, walk-in cooler door, prep top cooler, prep table, not cleaned to sight and touch with grease, food buildup as required.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Food properly labeled; original container.

Observed several dented cans on the shelf for cans in the back rooms. ensure to segregated or stored in a designated area (dented area) from food equipment, utensil, linen, and single-service items.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(c) - segregation, distressed food segregated and properly located (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Washing fruits and vegetables.

Observed that the vegetable sink was not properly used, and different types of utensils were stored in both compartments. Ensure the vegetable sink is used for vegetables and fruit only.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(g) - washing fruits & vegetables (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Insects, rodents, and animals not present.

Observe several flies around the dining area.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(k) - controlling pests (pf, c)”
Critical (supporting)RepeatWarewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

The 4-compartment sink is not properly labeled. No signage.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(b),(c) - manual warewashing, sink compartment requirement; drainboards (pf, c)”
RoutineRepeatFood stored covered.

Observed several food items stored in the walk-in cooler, prep bottom cooler, and counter not covered or fully covered or protected from contamination- beef, chicken, broccoli, and pork.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”
RoutineProper date marking and disposition.

Observed several foods (Chicken, pork, beef, noodles, fruit) not date-marked as required. PIC was informed and instructed to date-mark all TCS foods and ensure RTE foods are held no longer than 7 days.

−4 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineFood properly labeled; original container.

Observed that the oil and working container were not labeled as required. Ensure to label food (bulk/ working container) if removed from the original container.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(d) - food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)”
RoutineRepeatContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed food stored in the prep top cooler with direct contact with ice.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(i) - storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)”
RoutineWiping cloths: properly used and stored.

Observed sanitizer cloth not stored in the sanitizer bucket, with the cloths submerged in the sanitizer. Ensure to submerge the cloth in sanitizer and change the sanitizer every 4 hours or as much as needed.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)”
RoutineRepeatIn-use utensils: properly stored.

The ice scoop is stored in the ice cooler bins with the handle touching the ice (food).

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”
RoutineRepeatUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Observed a drinking cup stacked wet in the front service area. Ensure they are fully air-dried before stacking them.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”
RoutineSingle-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used.

Single service fork not inverted or protected next to the cooked rice.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1&3 - single-service/single-use items stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

The ice cooler at the front service shall be replaced with food-grade cleanable equipment, as it is observed with heavy stains.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.5 (2)(jj) - food service equipment, acceptability.”
RoutineRepeatWarewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

The 4comparment sink was not properly used, and a pot of food was observed stored in one of the sink compartments.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Vent hood with an accumulation of excessive grease.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Heavy grease on the fryer and around the cooking equipment.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Bare concrete floor in the back dry storage/prep area and part of the kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Excessive grease buildup under the working area, wall, and selling also buildup of grease stained throughout the kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”
B85March 25, 202520 violations

Inspectors recorded 20 violations, 6 of them critical, involving cleaning & sanitizing, temperature control and food storage.

CriticalFood-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed black and pink mold-like substance on the drip plate of the ice machine and on the top and inside the ice cooler at the front service.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)”
Critical (supporting)Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Observed a fixed and manual can opener with a heavy buildup of stains. Ensure they are fully cleaned and stained frequently.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Thermometers provided and accurate.

No food probe thermometer in the facility.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(g) - food tmd, provided and accessible; appropriate tmd for measuring thin foods (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Observed Teflon with scratch and heavy buildup of burn food debris. they shall replace since they are not in good repair.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(2)(c) - multiuse food-contact surfaces (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

The 3-compartment sink was not properly used, observed a bucket of dirty lines was stored in one of the compartments.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(b),(c) - manual warewashing, sink compartment requirement; drainboards (pf, c)”
Critical (supporting)Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips.

3-compartment sink not properly labeled. No signage.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(3)(b),(c) - manual warewashing, sink compartment requirement; drainboards (pf, c)”
RoutineFood stored covered.

Observe several food items stored in the walk-in cooler that are not covered or fully covered—beef, chicken, pork. Corrective action(CA): Ensure that food is covered or resealed properly unless it is actively cooling.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)”
RoutineProper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control.

Observed pork stored at room temperature for cooling.

−3 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed several food items- shrimps_ stored with direct contact with ice.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(i) - storage or display of food in contact with water or ice (c)”
RoutineIn-use utensils: properly stored.

Scoop with no handle stored in the bulk of sugar in the back storage.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)”
RoutineCorrected on siteUtensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled.

Silver spoons and forks and plate not coved or inverted at main kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(10)(e)1,2,4 - equipment, utensil, linens, stored 6" off floor in clean, dry location (c)”
RoutineSingle-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used.

Rice single service boxes were not covered or inverted or protected from contamination on the single service table in the main kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Non smooth and cleanable cutting board. The cutting board shall be replaced.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(1)(i) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

The ice cooler at the front service shall be replaced by food service equipment, commercial grade.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.5 (2)(jj) - food service equipment, acceptability.”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

The cutting board was heavily marked, stained. They shall be replaced since they are not in good repair.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Strainer not in good repaired. It was replaced during the inspection.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(q)1&3 - good repair & calibration (c)”
RoutineNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Observed strainer, pans, and Teflon not free from grease and buildup of food debris.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - equipment, food/nonfood-contact surfaces, and utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Vent hood with accumulation of excessive grease.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Bare concrete floor in back dry storage/prep area and part of kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(1)(a) - indoor materials (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Excessive grease buildup under the workstation, walls, and ceilings. Also, heavily grease stained throughout the kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”
B83May 28, 20248 violations

Inspectors recorded 8 violations, 1 of them critical, involving management & training, menu & labeling and food storage.

Critical (supporting)Certified food protection manager.

Certified food safety manager certification was not posted and expired (2/2024). Corrective action (CA): The person in charge was informed that food facility is required to have a valid CSFM certification posted in public view. Also, the facility shall have a valid certification within ninety days of the expiration date. they must enroll, pass, and obtain a new certification and notify the health department.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.03(3)(c) - certification documentation (pf)”
RoutineRepeatFood properly labeled; original container.

Observed multiple dented cans on the cans shelf. all damaged or recalled foods held for return shall be segregated and stored in a designated area.

−3 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineRepeatContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed a box of food on the floor of the Walk-in freezer. Food shall be stored 6 inches off the floor.

−3 points · Cited as “null”
RoutinePosted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing.

The last inspection report was not displayed.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.02(1)(d) - displaying of the inspection report (c)”
RoutineRepeatFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Heavy buildup of ice in the walking freezer.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(6)(a) - good repair & proper adjustment (c)”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Vent hood has accumulated excessive grease.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Bare concrete floor in back dry storage/prep area and part of kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(1)(a) - indoor materials (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Excessive grease buildup under the station. walls, celling heavily stained.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)”
C73May 7, 202410 violations

Inspectors recorded 10 violations, 3 of them critical, involving temperature control, menu & labeling and handwashing & hygiene.

CriticalCorrected on siteProper date marking and disposition.

Observed Prepacked meat (beef) with "use by" date April 28 not discarded after 7 days. Corrective Action: Food shall be discarded if exceeds 7 days. Corrected on-site: foods (prepacked meat beef) were discarded.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(h) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, disposition (p)”
Critical (supporting)Proper date marking and disposition.

Observed cooked rice containers, lettuce, and washed vegetables not labeled and the date marked with the date they were prep or the date they must be discarded.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)”
Critical (supporting)Food properly labeled; original container.

Observed multiple dented cans on the cans shelf. all damaged or recalled foods held for return shall be segregated and stored in a designated area.

−3 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(4)(c) - segregation, distressed food segregated and properly located (pf)”
RoutineProper cold holding temperatures.

Observed foods (beef, chicken) in the walk-in cooler with the temperature above 41°F. Observed food in the make table (shrimp, Chicken, beef) not held at 41°F or below.

−9 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineAdequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible.

Observed handwashing sink without hot water. Corrected action (CA): The hand washing sink shall be equipped to provide a flow of water at least 100°F (38°C) throughout the faucet.

−4 points · Cited as “511-6-1.07(3)(c) - handwashing aids & devices, use restrictions (c)”
RoutineContamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display.

Observed a box of food on the floor of the Walk-in freezer. Containers of soy sauce were stored on the floor of the main kitchen. Food shall be stored 6 inches off the floor.

−3 points · Cited as “null”
RoutineFood and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.

Walk-in- cooler on and make table ambient were 48°F and unable to hold foods at 41°H or below. They must be serviced and the person in charge was informed to call the health department when they are.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
RoutineRepeatNonfood-contact surfaces clean.

Vent hood has accumulated excessive grease.

−1 point · Cited as “null”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Bare concrete floor in back dry storage/prep area and part of kitchen.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(1)(a) - indoor materials (c)”
RoutineRepeatPhysical facilities installed, maintained, and clean.

Excessive grease buildup under the station. Walls heavily stained.

−1 point · Cited as “511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (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 10414.. Verify this record at ga.healthinspections.us. Georgia’s inspection records are published by county health district, not from a single statewide portal.

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