The Drifter Public House
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Drifter Public House is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Drifter, 218 - 220 London Road South, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 0BE, in the East Suffolk local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 1 July 2021, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. East Suffolk oversees 2,570 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk is 4.8 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- The Drifter, 218 - 220 London Road South, Lowestoft, Suffolk
- Postcode
- NR33 0BE
- Local Authority
- East Suffolk
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1270041
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Drifter Public House?
The Drifter Public House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Suffolk.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 Drifter Public House last inspected?
The Drifter Public House was last inspected on 2021-07-01. 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 Drifter Public House located?
The Drifter Public House is located at The Drifter, 218 - 220 London Road South, Lowestoft, Suffolk , NR33 0BE, in the East Suffolk local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NR33 postcode area.