Happy Kitchen Chinese Restaurant
B°6671 E Baseline Rd, Mesa 85206
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-69403
Score based on 10 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 17, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history12 on record
2026
Jul 15, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed. Discussed with PIC having written procedures for clean-up of vomit and diarrheal events. Emailed PIC department guidance for clean-up of vomit and diarrheal events.
Inspector's notes
In the right cold table reach in, observed 2 small plastic containers of cooked shrimp with internal temperature of 67-69 degrees F and a small metal bowl of cooked pork with an internal temperature of 54-55 degrees F. Person in charge (PIC) stated products were cooked about 2 hours prior. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. All TCS foods improperly cold held were relocated to alternative functioning refrigeration unit to rapidly cool to 41°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed rice scoops being stored in water at 96 degrees F. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. All in-use utensils were properly stored at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. Repeat violation: 2nd
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Repeat Violation 3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Feb 4, 2026Routine3 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed a meat cutting machine that did not appear to be food safe. Inspector could not locate the model number, as the numbers were worn off. Please do not use unless specification/documentation is provided to inspector. Replace with a model that is NSF/ANSI approved.
Inspector's notes
Observed two rice scoops in water around 80F. PIC removed the scoops and replaced them with clean ones. Please ensure scoops are stored dry or in water of at least 135F or greater to eliminate bacterial growth. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Inspector's notes
Observed boxes of food in cardboard and on the freezer floor. Also observed fried wontons stored directly in cardboard. Discussed storing the wontons in a container that is smooth and easily cleanable. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation 3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises Predefined Comment: Food must be stored at least 6 inches off the ground at all times to prevent contamination from the premises. ***1ST REPEAT VIOLATION
Inspector's notes
Observed multiple utensils hanging above the 3-compartment sink with visible food debris such as dried flour. Please clean all food equipment to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
2025
Oct 1, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed. Discussed keeping front of house hand sink clear.
Inspector's notes
Observed boxes of food on the floor in the freezer. Please provide pallets or crates in the freezer so all boxes of food are six inches off the floor. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Jun 19, 2025RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
Mar 27, 2025Routine1 coreA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
Inspector's notes
Observed prepped food being stored in cardboard boxes. Discussed storing prepped food in food-safe containers made of plastic or metal only. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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3-305.14 - Core: Food Preparation
2024
Nov 1, 2024RoutinecleanA
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
Aug 12, 2024RoutinecleanA°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.
Apr 10, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Juan Lin
Priority Foundation-3-501.15 (A), Pf: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. - Observed cooked meat cooling in the top of the reach-in table on the cook line. All prepared food must be cooled in the walk-in to 41*F and below before being placed in reach-in tables to ensure quick and proper cooling. Discussed with person in charge that reach-in tables are not designed to adequately cool food after being prepared. Food was within time and temperature parameters and was moved to walk-in at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-102.11 (A)(1) and (B)(1), P: Characteristics-Single-Service and Single-Use; Migration of Deleterious Substances; Safe - Observed frozen wontons stored in grocery bags. Food may not be stored directly in grocery bags to prevent the migration of deleterious substances. Food removed from bags at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Dec 11, 2023Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Signer: Qing Chen,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating
PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. - Observed chlorine sanitizer in three compartment sink with a concentration of less than 25 ppm. All chlorine sanitizer must have a concentration of 50-100 ppm. Discussed using cool water instead of hot water with bleach. Sanitizer concentration of 50 ppm was achieved at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Aug 14, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Advisory,received a contact from the facility owner regarding the desire to change the mailing address for the permit. MCESD resources at esd.maricopa.gov and the administrative change request link provided. No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 2, 2023Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection report was delivered via email.No County legal action will result from this inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Review Complete: CHECKED,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Qing Chen,Review Notes: QA--- TEW
Priority Foundation-3-501.15 (A), Pf: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. ////// Observed cooked meat and shrimp cooling in the reach-in cooler next to the cook line. Food was within time and temperature parameters, however the top of reach-in coolers are not adequate for cooling cooked food. Food should be cooled in shallow containers, uncovered in the walk-in cooler to ensure time and temperature parameters are met. Food was moved to walk-in cooler at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-3-305.11, C: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises ////// Observed bucket of bean sprouts on the floor of the walk-in. All food and food contact items must be stored six inches above the floor to prevent contamination from the floor and premises. Bean sprouts were moved to a shelf six inches above the floor at time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Aug 1, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean
Establishment not accessible at time of inspection. Establishment posted as closed on Tuesdays starting in June.
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 17, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →