Red Star Chinese Restaurant
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Red Star Chinese Restaurant is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 187 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 1UT, in the Oxford City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 25 — major improvement needed), structural compliance (scored 25 — major improvement needed), and confidence in management (scored 30 — major improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Oxford City oversees 1,543 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Oxford City 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. 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
- 187 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire
- Postcode
- OX4 1UT
- Local Authority
- Oxford City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1548707
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Red Star Chinese Restaurant?
Red Star Chinese Restaurant has a food hygiene rating of 0 out of 5, as assessed by Oxford City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 0 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 0 means urgent improvement is required. The business was found to have serious hygiene failures that pose a risk to public health and need immediate attention. The local authority will take enforcement action if necessary.
When was Red Star Chinese Restaurant last inspected?
Red Star Chinese Restaurant 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.
How can Red Star Chinese Restaurant 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 Star Chinese Restaurant located?
Red Star Chinese Restaurant is located at 187 Cowley Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire , OX4 1UT, in the Oxford City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX4 postcode area.