Best Foods Mega
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Best Foods Mega is a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets located at 74 - 80 Farnworth Street, Liverpool, L6 9BD, in the Liverpool local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 25 — major improvement needed), structural compliance (scored 25 — major improvement needed), and confidence in management (scored 30 — major improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Liverpool oversees 4,539 registered food businesses, of which 62% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Liverpool is 4.4 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Best Foods Mega?
Best Foods Mega has a food hygiene rating of 0 out of 5, as assessed by Liverpool.
What does a food hygiene rating of 0 mean for a retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets?
A rating of 0 means urgent improvement is required. The business was found to have serious hygiene failures that pose a risk to public health and need immediate attention. The local authority will take enforcement action if necessary.
When was Best Foods Mega last inspected?
Best Foods Mega was last inspected on 2025-12-08. 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 Best Foods Mega 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 Best Foods Mega located?
Best Foods Mega is located at 74 - 80 Farnworth Street, Liverpool , L6 9BD, in the Liverpool local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the L6 postcode area.