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Happy Chinese Restaurant

B - 3266 Coast Meridian Rd, Port Coquitlam · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Happy Chinese Restaurant has been inspected 16 times by Fraser Health Authority since March 3, 2020. The most recent inspection, on June 25, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

7 of 16 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Cleaning and sanitizing, Protecting food from contamination and Pests.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on June 25, 2026. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on May 4, 2026. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on December 14, 2023. For example: 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded once on June 25, 2026. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

16 inspections

  1. Follow-Up Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach sanitizer buckets measured at 50ppm
      • Corrective Action(s): Concentration adjusted. Measured at 100ppm.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Cleaning improved/mostly completed in previously noted areas. Grease build up, food debris, and/or food splatter still noted in the following areas:
      • > On the floor for side of cooking equipment and box.
      • > Between fryers and grills, and fryer and wok burner
      • > Underneath work burners
      • > Dry storage bins in dry storage room
      • > Under dry storage shelf in dry storage room
      • Corrective Action(s): Deep clean above noted area. Send inspector photo.
      • Correct by: 1 week - July 1, 2026
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) No food contact surface sanitizer available at the start of inspection.
      • 2) Mr. Clean being used to clean front of house counters and dining tables.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) + 2) Bleach sanitizer prepared. Measured at 200ppm.
      • *Mr. Clean is not a food grade sanitizer, do not use on food contact surfaces. Bleach solution is required at all times during operations.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) No liquid soap available at front handsink.
      • 2) Kitchen handsink obstructed by multiple stainless steel bowls.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Staff went to purchase liquid soap to refill dispenser.
      • 2) Bowls removed.
      • **All handsinks must be accessible and stocked with hot and cold running water, liquid soap, and paper towels for proper handwashing*
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: 1) Onions stored on a container next to a boot in the back storage room.
      • 2) Bowl of flour stored next to chemicals in the dishwashing area.
      • 3) Bags of open flour in dry storage
      • 4) Food (eg. raw meats, chopped vegetables, cooked foods) uncovered in walk in cooler, 2 door cooler, front cooler.
      • 5) Food stored in colanders.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Onions moved to a dry storage shelf. Do not store food near this area.
      • 2) Flour moved away from dishwashing area.
      • 3) Store bags/transfer flour into pest proof containers.
      • 4) Cover ALL foods in cold storage.
      • 5) Transfer food into a storage container.
      • Correct by: As soon as possible
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings noted:
      • > on top of front drink cooler
      • > on floor beside front drink cooler
      • Snap traps placed. No professional pest company currently contracted.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Remove droppings, Clean and sanitize with strong bleach solution.
      • Correct by: Today
      • 2) Contract professional pest control company. Send inspector report.
      • Correct by: As soon as possible
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Grease, food debris/residue, and/or dust accumulation observed:
      • > Beneath cooking equipment
      • > Backsplash of cooking area
      • > Stainless shelf above cooking area
      • > Side of cooking equipment
      • > Wall beside cooking equipment
      • > Top and bottom panels of vent hood
      • > Flour bowl shelf
      • > Prep sink
      • > Area around handsink (eg. on fire extinguisher, walls)
      • > Fan
      • > Floors of dry storage room (under shelves, corners)
      • > Ceilings of back area by delivery door
      • Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean and sanitize above areas to prevent pest attraction.
      • Correct by: As soon as possible
      • Violation Score: 9
  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • 1. Multiple dry storage containers observed stored directly on the floor and uncovered in the storage area. Operator covered all dry storage containers during inspection.
      • 2. Bag of raw meat observed stored above a cardboard box of brocolli in the walk-in cooler. Operator moved the bag of meat to the bottom shelf during inspection.
      • 3. Multiple open cans of food observed in the 2-door glass cooler and walk-in cooler. Operator voluntarily discarded all open cans of food during inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1. Place dry dry storage containers on top of shelving units and cover all dry storage containers to prevent potential contamination.
      • 2. Raw meat must be stored away from ready-to-eat foods and on bottom shelves to prevent contamination.
      • 3. Do not store open cans of food in the cooler. All open cans of food must be transferred to food grade containers to prevent metal leaching into food.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed in the following areas:
      • - On the floor behind the dishwashing area
      • - On the floor underneath the open area of the 2-door glass cooler
      • Snap traps are observed on site. No professional pest control company is contracted.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Clean and sanitize aforementioned areas to remove rodent droppings. DO NOT VACUUM OR SWEEP DROPPINGS. Spray affected areas with 1:10 bleach to water solution wearing appropirate PPE.
      • 2. Hire a professional pest control company to visit, assess rodent activity and apply traps/treatment as necessary. Maintain reports on site for verification by the health inspector.
      • To be corrected by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation:
      • 1. Dirty mop water observed stored in the mop bucket.
      • 2. Dirty water observed leaking into a tray below the 2-door glass cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): DO NOT store water in buckets or pails on site as these act as breeding/harbouring areas for rodents and other pests. Dump all water from mop immediately into grey water disposal.
      • To be corrected by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: The following areas are observed with heavy grease/food debris and/or mildew build-up:
      • - All floors throughout the kitchen
      • - Stainless steel backsplashes and walls in the kitchen
      • - All cooler and freezer door handles
      • - All shelves in coolers and freezers
      • - Ventilation canopy
      • - Basins of both 2-compartment sinks
      • - Rice cooker handle and inside compartments
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean, degrease, and sanitize aforementioned areas to remove grease and/or food debris. Remove ALL ITEMS which are stored directly on the floor to facilitate PROPER cleaning of the facility. Refrain from storing any items on the floor to maintain the facitliy in a sanitary condition.
      • To be corrected by: Jan 22, 2025
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 2-door glass cooler observed open at the bottom and leaking into a large tray. Large pool of water observed in the tray. Operator stated that they have tried to repair the refrigerator themselves.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair the refrigerator adequately to ensure it is not leaking water which is open and accessible to pests. Have the refrigerator professionaly repaired OR replaced to ensure it is in good working order.
      • To be corrected by: Jan 22, 2025
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
      • Observation: No staff on site has valid FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent training.
      • Corrective Action(s): Have at least 1 staff member on site apply for FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent training and submit proof of training to the health inspector via email.
      • To be corrected by: end of day Jan 15, 2025
      • Violation Score: 1
  5. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed:
      • -on floor in the corner area underneath the stove
      • -On floor in dry storage area
      • -Underneath the sinks/dishwashing area
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) remove all droppings and sanitize thoroughly
      • 2) Operator will be placing more traps throughout kitchen to monitor issue. As discussed, any holes that could be rodent entry points must be sealed off/closed
      • Correct by: today and ongoing
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1) multiple surfaces throughout kitchen have food debris and/or dirt
      • 2) Rodent droppings observed (see code 304 for details)
      • Corrective Action(s): Do a thorough cleaning of kitchen. This must include the shelves above the dishwashing sink area, the floors underneath the stove, the dry storage floors, and general sanitation throughout. Failure to properly clean will result in closure.
      • Remove all droppings and follow up with corrective actions per code 304.
      • Correct by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 15
  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Various containers of dry goods not covered in dry storage area
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all dry foods (flour, sugar, etc) are covered to protect them from contamination.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Floor underneath cooking equipment has buildup of oil/grease/debris
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean underneath cooking line thoroughly and remove debris
      • Correct by: This week
      • Violation Score: 9
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Some rodent droppings observed on shelf behind tools
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) clean/remove droppings
      • 2) Sanitize areas
      • 3) If problem persists, you will need to contact pest control
      • Correct by: Today
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1) Fumehood has considerable grease buildup
      • 2) Shelves need to be cleaned thoroughly
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean surfaces in kitchen thoroughly
      • Correct by: Today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Various containers used to hold sauces had deteriorated/rusted or had thick crusted buildup.
      • Corrective Action(s): Discard all used containers and use new ones immediately
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Bleach water surface sanitizer not available at time of inspection
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator prepared bleach water sanitizer at 100 ppm chlorine residual. Ensure this is available as soon as your kitchen is open for service.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No Soap available at handwash station in front area
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator placed soap at handwash station. This must be available at all times during kitchen operation.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Some rodent droppings observed at:
      • -back exterior entrance
      • -Behind chest freezer in back area
      • -a few on the floor in the dry storage area
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) remove all droppings and sanitize areas with bleach
      • 2) implement a pest control system
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris observed on:
      • -Sliding glass door cooler seal
      • -Underneath cooking line
      • -Caked onto pot on stove
      • -In between some equipment
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean all above mentioned areas thoroughly
      • Correct by: today
      • Violation Score: 9
  12. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No surface sanitizer available at time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator made bleach solution: 1/2 tsp bleach per 1 liter of water (100 ppm chlorine residual)
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed by back entrance (behind and underneath chest freezers) as well as in the tool storage room area underneath the racks.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Remove all roden droppings
      • 2) Sanitize all affected areas
      • 3) Contact pest control company
      • Correct by: today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food Debris/dirt/grease observed in multiple areas of kitchen:
      • 1) between grills
      • 2) On floors underneath grills
      • 3) On refrigerator doors
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean kitchen thoroughly.
      • Correct by: Today
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Pot used for sweet and sour sauce had buildup of blackened debris caked onto the item
      • Corrective Action(s): Either replace the pot or remove and scrub off all the debris immediately before using it
      • Correct by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 3
  14. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  15. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizer at the time of inspection. Operator produced 200 ppm chlorine sanitizer.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The hand washing station in the kitchen did not have single use paper towels at the time of inspection. Operator resupplied single use paper towels at the time of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: 1) Raw proteins (beef) kept on top shelf over multiple salad ingredients. Operator relocated raw proteins to the bottom shelf and washed the vegetables.
      • 2) Rice scoop was observed to be kept in a warm water bath of 20C. Operator clean and sanitized the rice scoop and reported that the rice scoop will be kept under dry conditions from now on.
      • 3) Food found on floor. Operator relocated food items on to dry storage shelves
      • 4) Black mold found to be growing on walk in cooler inner walls.
      • 5) Knives observed to be kept in crevices.
      • Corrective Action(s): 4) Clean and sanitize walk in cooler walls
      • 5) Clean and sanitize knives and store them in a sanitary manner.
      • Date To Be Corrected: Immediately
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Frozen raw proteins (shrimp and pork) were observed to be thawing in room temperature and measures at -4C. Operator reports the two items were moved out of the freezer 30 min ago. Operator relocated both items into the walk in cooler for proper thawing practices.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Food debris, grease, and dust build up found on the following locations:
      • - Black grease build up puddle to the left of gas ranger
      • - On the sides and under fryer
      • - On the sides and under gas ranger
      • - On the walk in cooler fan guard
      • - Food scraps found on kitchen shelving
      • - Hand washing faucet handles
      • - Freezer, cooler, and walk in cooler handle
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize the above mentioned areas
      • Date To Be Corrected: Oct 1
      • Violation Score: 3
  16. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

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