The Blue Boar Oulton
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Blue Boar Oulton is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at The Blue Boar Ph, 28 Oulton Street, Oulton, Lowestoft, NR32 3BB, in the East Suffolk local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 January 2026, 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. East Suffolk oversees 2,570 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk is 4.8 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
- The Blue Boar Ph, 28 Oulton Street, Oulton, Lowestoft
- Postcode
- NR32 3BB
- Local Authority
- East Suffolk
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1430336
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Blue Boar Oulton?
The Blue Boar Oulton has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Suffolk.
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 Blue Boar Oulton last inspected?
The Blue Boar Oulton was last inspected on 2026-01-22. 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 Blue Boar Oulton located?
The Blue Boar Oulton is located at The Blue Boar Ph, 28 Oulton Street, Oulton, Lowestoft , NR32 3BB, in the East Suffolk local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NR32 postcode area.