Lay Tea
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Lay Tea is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 16 High Street, Leicester, LE1 5YN, in the Leicester City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 August 2024, 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. Leicester City oversees 3,357 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Leicester City 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
- 16 High Street, Leicester
- Postcode
- LE1 5YN
- Local Authority
- Leicester City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1222197
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Lay Tea?
Lay Tea has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Leicester City.
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 Lay Tea last inspected?
Lay Tea was last inspected on 2024-08-06. 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 Lay Tea located?
Lay Tea is located at 16 High Street, Leicester , LE1 5YN, in the Leicester City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LE1 postcode area.