Current Grade
Current grade
A
Latest score
13
Last inspection
January 6, 2026
Critical / non-critical points
0 / 13
Happy Garden currently has a A grade from the NYC Department of Health. Its latest inspection on January 6, 2026 found 4 violations, for a total score of 13 points.
Latest Violations
0 critical · 4 non-critical
Non-Critical
- Dishwashing and ware washing: Cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
- Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
- Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
- Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Latest Inspection Details
January 6, 2026
- Date
- January 6, 2026
- Type
- Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
- Action
- Violations were cited in the following area(s).
- Grade
- A
- Score
- 13
- Critical points
- 0
- Non-critical points
- 13
- Violations
- 4 (0 critical, 4 non-critical)
Inspection History
4 inspections
Jan 6, 2026
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Jan 8, 2025
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Violations were cited in the following area(s).
Mar 17, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Reopening Inspection
Action: Establishment re-opened by DOHMH.
Mar 8, 2023
Inspection Type: Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Action: Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.
Grade Trend
Happy Garden has received a A grade in its two most recent graded cycle inspections: January 2026 and January 2025. Its latest score remained 13 in both inspections.
What This Grade Means
NYC inspection scores are penalty points. Lower scores are better. A score of 0–13 generally qualifies for an A, 14–27 for a B, and 28+ for a C.
Happy Garden's latest score: 13
Grade range: A
Learn more about NYC restaurant grades →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy Garden's current NYC health grade?
Happy Garden currently has a A grade.
When was Happy Garden last inspected?
Happy Garden was last inspected on January 6, 2026.
What was Happy Garden's latest inspection score?
Happy Garden's latest inspection score was 13 points.
How many violations did Happy Garden have in its latest inspection?
Happy Garden had 4 violations in its latest inspection, including 0 critical violations and 4 non-critical violations.
Where is Happy Garden located?
Happy Garden is located at 1236 Spofford Avenue in The Bronx, NY 10474.
Data source: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene restaurant inspection data via NYC Open Data. Inspection results may change as new inspections, reinspections, or adjudications are posted.
Restaurant ID: 50063690
Last updated: June 26, 2026