White Lion
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White Lion is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 73 Oak Street, Norwich, NR3 3AQ, in the Norwich City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 27 February 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Norwich City oversees 1,537 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Norwich City is 4.5 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 73 Oak Street, Norwich
- Postcode
- NR3 3AQ
- Local Authority
- Norwich City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1157755
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of White Lion?
White Lion has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Norwich City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 White Lion last inspected?
White Lion was last inspected on 2026-02-27. 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 White Lion located?
White Lion is located at 73 Oak Street, Norwich , NR3 3AQ, in the Norwich City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NR3 postcode area.