Food Hygiene Ratings Near Me – Restaurant Safety Checker

Check hygiene scores for restaurants, takeaways and cafes. Official FSA ratings from 0-5 stars.

Check Food Hygiene Ratings Near You

Before you eat out or order a takeaway, check the food hygiene rating. Our tool shows you official ratings from the Food Standards Agency for restaurants, cafes, takeaways, pubs, and other food businesses across the UK.

Simply enter your postcode or use your location to see hygiene ratings for all food businesses nearby. Filter by rating, business type, and distance to find the cleanest places to eat.

Understanding Food Hygiene Ratings

Food hygiene ratings range from 0 to 5. The rating reflects the hygiene standards found at the time of inspection by local authority food safety officers.

5
Very Good

Hygiene standards are very good. High standards of food hygiene management.

4
Good

Hygiene standards are good. Minor issues that don't pose significant risk.

3
Generally Satisfactory

Hygiene standards are generally satisfactory. Some improvements needed.

2
Improvement Necessary

Some major improvements are necessary. Standards are below acceptable levels.

1
Major Improvement Necessary

Major improvements are necessary. Significant issues found.

0
Urgent Improvement Required

Urgent improvement is required. Serious hygiene failures identified.

What Inspectors Look For

Food safety officers assess three main areas:

  • Hygienic food handling — How food is prepared, cooked, reheated, cooled and stored
  • Cleanliness — The condition of facilities and building, including cleanliness, layout, lighting, ventilation, and pest control
  • Management of food safety — Systems and processes to ensure food is safe, staff training, and management controls

Frequently Asked Questions

How often are businesses inspected?

The frequency depends on the type of business and previous ratings. High-risk businesses are inspected more frequently. Most businesses are inspected at least every 18 months to 2 years.

Can a business appeal their rating?

Yes, businesses can appeal their rating or request a re-inspection. If they've made improvements, they may request a re-visit for a fee. New ratings are usually published within 28 days of inspection.

Are businesses required to display their rating?

In Wales and Northern Ireland, it's a legal requirement to display the rating sticker. In England, it's voluntary but encouraged. Most businesses with good ratings choose to display them.

What does "Awaiting Inspection" mean?

New businesses or those that have changed ownership may show "Awaiting Inspection" until they've been visited by a food safety officer.

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