Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen
Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Alsop Fields, Sidney Street, Sheffield, S1 4RG, in the Sheffield local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). Sheffield oversees 4,889 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sheffield is 4.6 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. The rating has changed from 4 to 3 since 4 December 2025. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 4 | 2025-12-04 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen?
Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Sheffield.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen last inspected?
Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen was last inspected on 2026-02-10. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen located?
Birdhouse Tea Bar & Kitchen is located at Alsop Fields, Sidney Street, Sheffield , S1 4RG, in the Sheffield local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the S1 postcode area.