Root 25
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Root 25 is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 116b Bow Road, London, E3 3AA, in the Tower Hamlets local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 12 November 2025, 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 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. Tower Hamlets oversees 3,172 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tower Hamlets 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 116b Bow Road, London
- Postcode
- E3 3AA
- Local Authority
- Tower Hamlets
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1408091
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Root 25?
Root 25 has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Tower Hamlets.
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 Root 25 last inspected?
Root 25 was last inspected on 2025-11-12. 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 Root 25 located?
Root 25 is located at 116b Bow Road, London , E3 3AA, in the Tower Hamlets local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the E3 postcode area.