Red Hot Curry Pot

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2025-05-29

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Red Hot Curry Pot is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 30 Coventry Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 9BZ, in the Harborough local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 May 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Harborough oversees 797 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Harborough is 4.9 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
30 Coventry Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire
Postcode
LE16 9BZ
Local Authority
Harborough
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1493191

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Red Hot Curry Pot?

Red Hot Curry Pot has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Harborough.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

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 Red Hot Curry Pot last inspected?

Red Hot Curry Pot was last inspected on 2025-05-29. 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 Red Hot Curry Pot 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 Red Hot Curry Pot located?

Red Hot Curry Pot is located at 30 Coventry Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire , LE16 9BZ, in the Harborough local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LE16 postcode area.