Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral
Last inspected:
1616 W Cape Coral Pkwy Ste 110, Cape Coral, FL 33914Happy China Garden Inc in Cape Coral has accumulated 319 violations across 31 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.3 per visit. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,240 in fines. Recent inspection patterns show persistent non-compliance, with an administrative complaint recommended in January 2026 citing 11 violations including 3 high-priority items. The restaurant's top recurring violations involve food contact surfaces, proper hand and arm washing, and ventilation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages
This Facility
10.3
violations / inspection
10.3 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg
4.36
violations / inspection
4.36 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Lee County Avg
0.1
closures / facility
0.1 county average
Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,440.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026018091 | $200.00 | Jan 26, 2026 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2023053557 | $200.00 | Aug 8, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2021049919 | $840.00 | Oct 4, 2021 | Jacksonville | |
| 7--2019021965 | $200.00 | Mar 28, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections40 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections45 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections33 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral last inspected?
- Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral?
- The most frequently cited violations at Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral had?
- Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral find?
- Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
- No, Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,440.00 in fines.
- How much has Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral been fined?
- Happy China Garden INC in Cape Coral has been fined a total of $1,440.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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