The Fat Cat
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The Fat Cat is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 46 Market Street, Kingswinford, DY6 9LE, in the Dudley local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 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. Dudley oversees 2,603 registered food businesses, of which 69% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Dudley is 4.4 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of The Fat Cat?
The Fat Cat has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Dudley.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Fat Cat last inspected?
The Fat Cat was last inspected on 2026-01-19. 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 Fat Cat located?
The Fat Cat is located at 46 Market Street, Kingswinford , DY6 9LE, in the Dudley local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DY6 postcode area.