Istanbul Shawarma

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-10-26

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Istanbul Shawarma is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 17 Blacker Road, Birkby, Huddersfield, HD1 5HU, in the Kirklees local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 October 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Kirklees oversees 3,819 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Kirklees is 4.6 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. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
17 Blacker Road, Birkby, Huddersfield
Postcode
HD1 5HU
Local Authority
Kirklees
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1170171

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Istanbul Shawarma?

Istanbul Shawarma has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Kirklees.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Istanbul Shawarma last inspected?

Istanbul Shawarma was last inspected on 2024-10-26. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Istanbul Shawarma improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Istanbul Shawarma located?

Istanbul Shawarma is located at 17 Blacker Road, Birkby, Huddersfield , HD1 5HU, in the Kirklees local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HD1 postcode area.