Elle & Fee

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-02-18
Rating changed from 4 since 2024-08-09

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Elle & Fee is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 16 Woodthorpe Road, Ashford, TW15 2RY, in the Spelthorne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Spelthorne oversees 766 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Spelthorne is 4.7 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. The rating has changed from 4 to 2 since 9 August 2024. 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
16 Woodthorpe Road, Ashford
Postcode
TW15 2RY
Local Authority
Spelthorne
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1580915

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
4 2024-08-09

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Elle & Fee?

Elle & Fee has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Spelthorne.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was Elle & Fee last inspected?

Elle & Fee was last inspected on 2026-02-18. 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 Elle & Fee 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 Elle & Fee located?

Elle & Fee is located at 16 Woodthorpe Road, Ashford , TW15 2RY, in the Spelthorne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TW15 postcode area.