The Food Hamper
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Food Hamper is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 116 High Street, Cowes, Isle Of Wight, PO31 7AX, in the Isle of Wight local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 3 April 2025, 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. Isle of Wight oversees 1,691 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Isle of Wight is 4.6 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
- 116 High Street, Cowes, Isle Of Wight
- Postcode
- PO31 7AX
- Local Authority
- Isle of Wight
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1288871
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Food Hamper?
The Food Hamper has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Isle of Wight.
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 The Food Hamper last inspected?
The Food Hamper was last inspected on 2025-04-03. 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 Food Hamper located?
The Food Hamper is located at 116 High Street, Cowes, Isle Of Wight , PO31 7AX, in the Isle of Wight local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO31 postcode area.