Bello Pizzeria Ltd
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Bello Pizzeria Ltd is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Portobello Inn, London Road, West Kingsdown, KENT, TN15 6JB, in the Sevenoaks local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 May 2026, 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. Sevenoaks oversees 737 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sevenoaks is 4.7 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. 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.
Location
Nearby Businesses
Related Pages
FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Bello Pizzeria Ltd?
Bello Pizzeria Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Sevenoaks.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 Bello Pizzeria Ltd last inspected?
Bello Pizzeria Ltd was last inspected on 2026-05-19. 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 Bello Pizzeria Ltd 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 Bello Pizzeria Ltd located?
Bello Pizzeria Ltd is located at The Portobello Inn, London Road, West Kingsdown, KENT , TN15 6JB, in the Sevenoaks local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN15 postcode area.