The Garden Bar

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-12-19

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

The Garden Bar is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 200 Birmingham New Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV4 6NZ, in the Wolverhampton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 December 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very 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. Wolverhampton oversees 2,151 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wolverhampton is 4.5 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
200 Birmingham New Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Postcode
WV4 6NZ
Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1557061

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Garden Bar?

The Garden Bar has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Wolverhampton.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was The Garden Bar last inspected?

The Garden Bar was last inspected on 2024-12-19. 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 The Garden Bar 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 The Garden Bar located?

The Garden Bar is located at 200 Birmingham New Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands , WV4 6NZ, in the Wolverhampton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WV4 postcode area.