Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House
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Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Shop, 94 - 96 Palmerston Road, Southsea, PO5 3PT, in the Portsmouth local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 September 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Portsmouth oversees 1,857 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Portsmouth is 4.4 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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. 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- Shop, 94 - 96 Palmerston Road, Southsea
- Postcode
- PO5 3PT
- Local Authority
- Portsmouth
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1053258
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House?
Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Portsmouth.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House last inspected?
Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House was last inspected on 2025-09-19. 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 Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House 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 Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House located?
Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House is located at Shop, 94 - 96 Palmerston Road, Southsea , PO5 3PT, in the Portsmouth local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO5 postcode area.