Rio's Piri Piri
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Rio's Piri Piri is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 185 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, B8 1NJ, in the Birmingham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 January 2026, 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. Birmingham oversees 10,152 registered food businesses, of which 67% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Birmingham is 4.3 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 185 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham
- Postcode
- B8 1NJ
- Local Authority
- Birmingham
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1106258
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Rio's Piri Piri?
Rio's Piri Piri has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Birmingham.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Rio's Piri Piri last inspected?
Rio's Piri Piri was last inspected on 2026-01-28. 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 Rio's Piri Piri located?
Rio's Piri Piri is located at 185 Alum Rock Road, Birmingham , B8 1NJ, in the Birmingham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the B8 postcode area.