HAPPY HOUSE

Name: HAPPY HOUSE
Address: 28708 S DIXIE HWY, HOMESTEAD, FL, 33030, US
Rating: 59.7

28708 S DIXIE HWY, HOMESTEAD, FL 33030

License #2324716

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59.7 Grade F / 100

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March 5, 2026 · 12 findings · 4 critical

Routine - Food

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HAPPY HOUSE in HOMESTEAD currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 59.7 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 8 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 5, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 65 total violations — 13 critical, 14 major, 38 minor.

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Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed build up on reach in cooler handles and on flip top portion of reach in cooler.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Throughout establishment.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of raw chicken and bean sprouts stored on floor inside walk in cooler.
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside white chest freezer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in freezer shelves rusted near kitchen entrance.
[14-15-4] Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed cut scallions stored inside nonfood grade box inside walk in cooler.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken and raw pork stored on top of ready to eat sauces inside walk in cooler. Operator relocated products.
[08A-20-5] Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp inside walk in cooler.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of rust removal spray stored on prep table in back area. Operator removed can.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed bucket stored inside hand sink. Operator removed bucket.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle not labeled near front kitchen entrance.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 5 broken tiles in the dry storage area where the reach in freezer is located.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed a hole in the wall behind the 3 compartment sink.
[33-31-5] Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed a lot of empty boxes stored at the dining area.
[29-11-4] Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leak under the hand wash sink at the kitchen area.
[21-12-4] Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at the preparation table. Operator removed it.
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed pork inside supermarket bags inside the reach in freezer.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed ribs at 47° F inside the reach in cooler. As per operator they were stored inside the reach in cooler the night before. Stop sale was issued.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice (58 F - Cold Holding) at the preparation table. As per operator it was placed outside less than 2 hours. Operator placed rice inside walk in cooler.
[11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Form was provided to operator.
[11-26-1] No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Form was provided and signed by employees.
[31B-03-4] No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at the hand wash sink at the kitchen area.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork , and pasta inside reach in cooler not date marked.
[53B-05-5] Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.ShuXia Wu.expired 2018.
[53B-09-4] Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.