Big Bad WolF Coffee

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-03-22

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
0

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Big Bad WolF Coffee is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 12 Mitcham Lane, London, SW16 6NN, in the Lambeth local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 March 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 5 — 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. Lambeth oversees 2,662 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lambeth is 4.4 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
12 Mitcham Lane, London
Postcode
SW16 6NN
Local Authority
Lambeth
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1353929

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Big Bad WolF Coffee?

Big Bad WolF Coffee has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Lambeth.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Big Bad WolF Coffee last inspected?

Big Bad WolF Coffee was last inspected on 2025-03-22. 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 Big Bad WolF Coffee 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 Big Bad WolF Coffee located?

Big Bad WolF Coffee is located at 12 Mitcham Lane, London , SW16 6NN, in the Lambeth local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SW16 postcode area.