Blackfriars Tavern
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Blackfriars Tavern is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 94 Blackfriars Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3BZ, in the Great Yarmouth local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 20 — improvement needed), 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. Great Yarmouth oversees 1,088 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Great Yarmouth 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. The rating has changed from 3 to 1 since 3 February 2025. 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
- 94 Blackfriars Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
- Postcode
- NR30 3BZ
- Local Authority
- Great Yarmouth
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1594846
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 3 | 2025-02-03 |
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Blackfriars Tavern?
Blackfriars Tavern has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Great Yarmouth.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.
When was Blackfriars Tavern last inspected?
Blackfriars Tavern was last inspected on 2026-01-26. 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 Blackfriars Tavern 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 Blackfriars Tavern located?
Blackfriars Tavern is located at 94 Blackfriars Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk , NR30 3BZ, in the Great Yarmouth local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NR30 postcode area.