Lovejoy, Clayton County

Happy China

11355 TARA BLVD HAMPTON, GA 30228

Food
Latest score
80
Mar 12, 2026
City
Lovejoy
County
Clayton
Inspections
7

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Mar 12, 2026

Routine

Score: 806 violations

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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.

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

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.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

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.

Aug 6, 2025

Routine

Score: 815 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

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.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

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.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

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.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(4)(b) - designated areas for employee activity, located to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, & single service articles (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

Jan 30, 2025

Followup

Score: 991 violation

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(1)(a) - materials, general requirements (p, c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a scoop made out of materials from an old sauce bottle. Advised PIC all materials shall be food grade materials.

Jan 16, 2025

Routine

Score: 658 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several TCS foods held above 41F. Advised PIC all TCS food shall be held @ 41F or below. Advised to relocate.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Upon arrival observed wiping cloth in hand sink. Advised PIC hand sink shall be used for hand washing only. COS- wiping cloth removed.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several foods (broccoli, cabbage, carrot, chicken wings) stored uncovered. Advised PIC all foods shall be stored covered to prevent contamination.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed several food items thawing on countertop. Advised PIC of proper thawing methods. COS- food items were moved to the cooler.

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - wiping cloths, use limitation (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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.

16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed leak @ faucet @ hand sink. Advised PIC to have leak repaired.

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(r) - single-service/single-use articles, use limitations (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed use of several cans & sauce bottles reused. Advised PIC all items are for single use & not to reuse.

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

Score: 853 violations

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(b) - cleaning procedure (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

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. CA: Advised PIC to obtain weatherstrip/sealant for the back door of the establishment.

Dec 21, 2023

Routine

Score: 893 violations

1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(2)(a)-(n)(p),(q) - responsibility of pic (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(6) - clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events(pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

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.

Jun 15, 2023

Routine

Score: 891 violation

2-1B - hands clean and properly washed

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(b) - cleaning procedure (p)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed employees washing hands with cold water. COS-employees wash hands again using warm water.