The Goat And Grass
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Goat And Grass is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 8 Cross Street, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1EX, in the Uttlesford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 October 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Uttlesford oversees 830 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Uttlesford is 4.9 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 8 Cross Street, Saffron Walden, Essex
- Postcode
- CB10 1EX
- Local Authority
- Uttlesford
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1005208
Location
Nearby Businesses
- Trio AwaitingInspection
- Dorringtons 5
- Montys 5
- Sushi And Salad 5
- Otte Svaner 5
- La Boite Ltd AwaitingInspection
- Cook 5
- Oriental Cottage 4
- Sage And Saffron 5
- Gluttons 5
Related Pages
FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Goat And Grass?
The Goat And Grass has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Uttlesford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was The Goat And Grass last inspected?
The Goat And Grass was last inspected on 2025-10-29. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is The Goat And Grass located?
The Goat And Grass is located at 8 Cross Street, Saffron Walden, Essex , CB10 1EX, in the Uttlesford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CB10 postcode area.