Top of the Shops Cafe
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Top of the Shops Cafe is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Meadow Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8ER, in the Cumberland local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 February 2024, 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. Cumberland oversees 2,830 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cumberland is 4.8 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- Meadow Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria
- Postcode
- CA28 8ER
- Local Authority
- Cumberland
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1062561
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Top of the Shops Cafe?
Top of the Shops Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Cumberland.
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 Top of the Shops Cafe last inspected?
Top of the Shops Cafe was last inspected on 2024-02-08. 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 Top of the Shops Cafe located?
Top of the Shops Cafe is located at Meadow Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria , CA28 8ER, in the Cumberland local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CA28 postcode area.