UK Food Hygiene Rating Checker • FSA 0
Free UK Food Hygiene Rating (FHRS) checker. Search Food Standards Agency scores (0-5 stars) across UK restaurants, takeaways.
Inspection Scorecard
The Ivy West Street
1-5 West Street, London, WC2H 9NQ
Authority: Westminster City Council • Inspected: 14 November 2024
Statutory Assessment Pillars
Exceptional standards in temperature logging, chilled food separation, and documented staff food safety training.
Commercial Kitchen Hygiene Self-Audit Estimator
Answer four core inspection questions to estimate your kitchen's likely Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRS) score.
UK Food Hygiene Sticker Display Laws
| Country / Region | Legislation | Display Requirement | Sticker Enforcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | Food Hygiene Rating (Wales) Act 2013 | Mandatory | Must be displayed at all customer entrances; £200 fixed penalty notice for failure |
| Northern Ireland | Food Hygiene Rating Act (Northern Ireland) 2016 | Mandatory | Must be displayed at every public entrance; fine up to £1,000 in magistrates court |
| England | Food Safety Act 1990 (FSA Scheme) | Voluntary | Display optional, but all scores published immediately on official FSA database |
| Scotland | Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS) | Two-Tier Pass/Fail | Uses 'Pass' or 'Improvement Required' rather than the 0–5 numerical star scale |
About this tool
How to use it
- Search by business name (e.g., 'The Ivy', 'Greggs', 'Nando\'s', 'Honest Burgers'), city, or UK postcode district in the search bar.
- Filter by Food Standards Agency (FSA) rating (5 - Very Good down to 0 - Urgent Improvement Necessary) or business type (Restaurant, Takeaway, Pub, Bakery).
- Click any establishment to view the detailed Inspection Scorecard, including inspection date, local authority jurisdiction, and the three statutory inspection pillar ratings.
- Switch to the 'Hygiene Audit Estimator' tab to run an interactive 6-point compliance check to estimate an establishment\'s likely rating based on HACCP, temperature logs, and cleanliness.
- Consult the 'Legal Requirements & Display Rules' guide to understand mandatory sticker display laws across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Why it matters
Food hygiene inspections protect public health by verifying that restaurants, takeaways, caterers, and grocery stores handle food safely, maintain structural cleanliness, and keep rigorous food safety management records. Knowing an establishment's score allows consumers to make informed dining choices and avoid foodborne illnesses.
When to use it
Use this tool before booking a table, ordering takeout, choosing wedding caterers, or conducting pre-inspection self-audits for commercial catering businesses.
Common questions
What does a 5 rating mean on a food hygiene sticker?
A rating of 5 means the business achieved the highest standard of food hygiene across all three inspection criteria: hygienic food handling, building cleanliness and condition, and food safety management systems.
What are the three pillars evaluated during an FSA inspection?
Inspectors score: (1) Hygienic food handling (preparation, cooking, cooling, storage); (2) Cleanliness and condition of facilities and building (layout, handwashing, pest control); and (3) Management of food safety (HACCP documentation, temperature records, staff training).
Is it mandatory for food businesses to display their hygiene rating sticker?
In Wales and Northern Ireland, food businesses are legally required to display their rating sticker prominently at customer entrances. In England, display remains voluntary, though all official ratings are published online. In Scotland, the Food Hygiene Information Scheme uses 'Pass' or 'Improvement Required'.
What happens if a food business receives a 0 rating?
A rating of 0 indicates 'Urgent Improvement Necessary'. Environmental Health Officers issue formal improvement notices or may seek an emergency prohibition order through the courts to close the premises if an imminent risk to health exists.
Does this tool store my search queries or track my location?
No. The tool runs 100% client-side in your browser with an embedded official reference dataset, guaranteeing full privacy and zero tracking.