The Thirsty Elephant
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Thirsty Elephant is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 12a Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun, CF72 9ED, in the Rhondda Cynon Taf local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 September 2025, 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. Rhondda Cynon Taf oversees 2,061 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Rhondda Cynon Taf is 4.5 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 12a Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun
- Postcode
- CF72 9ED
- Local Authority
- Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1158943
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Thirsty Elephant?
The Thirsty Elephant has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Rhondda Cynon Taf.
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 Thirsty Elephant last inspected?
The Thirsty Elephant was last inspected on 2025-09-30. 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 Thirsty Elephant located?
The Thirsty Elephant is located at 12a Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun , CF72 9ED, in the Rhondda Cynon Taf local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CF72 postcode area.