Damascena Coffee House

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2025-08-13

Damascena Coffee House is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Ground Floor And Basement, 5-7 Temple Row West, Birmingham, B2 5NY, in the Birmingham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). 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 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. 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
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
Ground Floor And Basement, 5-7 Temple Row West, Birmingham
Postcode
B2 5NY
Local Authority
Birmingham
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1179765

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Damascena Coffee House?

Damascena Coffee House has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Birmingham.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Damascena Coffee House last inspected?

Damascena Coffee House was last inspected on 2025-08-13. 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 Damascena Coffee House 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 Damascena Coffee House located?

Damascena Coffee House is located at Ground Floor And Basement, 5-7 Temple Row West, Birmingham , B2 5NY, in the Birmingham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the B2 postcode area.