Chow Chow Express
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Chow Chow Express is a mobile caterer located at Saltmeadows Road, East Gateshead, Gateshead, NE8 3AH, in the Gateshead local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 February 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. Gateshead oversees 1,671 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Gateshead is 4.8 out of 5. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Chow Chow Express?
Chow Chow Express has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Gateshead.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a mobile caterer?
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 Chow Chow Express last inspected?
Chow Chow Express was last inspected on 2026-02-17. 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 Chow Chow Express located?
Chow Chow Express is located at Saltmeadows Road, East Gateshead, Gateshead , NE8 3AH, in the Gateshead local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE8 postcode area.