The Buttercross Tea Rooms
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Buttercross Tea Rooms is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Market Place, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7LX, in the Somerset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 November 2023, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Somerset oversees 6,063 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Somerset 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Buttercross Tea Rooms?
The Buttercross Tea Rooms has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Somerset.
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 Buttercross Tea Rooms last inspected?
The Buttercross Tea Rooms was last inspected on 2023-11-16. 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 Buttercross Tea Rooms located?
The Buttercross Tea Rooms is located at Market Place, Somerton, Somerset , TA11 7LX, in the Somerset local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TA11 postcode area.