Boat
Boat is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 8 St James Road, Surbiton, KT6 4QH, in the Kingston-Upon-Thames local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 2 April 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). Kingston-Upon-Thames oversees 1,427 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Kingston-Upon-Thames 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. 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
- 8 St James Road, Surbiton
- Postcode
- KT6 4QH
- Local Authority
- Kingston-Upon-Thames
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1385556
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Boat?
Boat has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Kingston-Upon-Thames.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was Boat last inspected?
Boat was last inspected on 2026-04-02. 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 Boat 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 Boat located?
Boat is located at 8 St James Road, Surbiton , KT6 4QH, in the Kingston-Upon-Thames local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the KT6 postcode area.