Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 15 Well Street, Porthcawl, Bridgend, CF36 3BE, in the Bridgend local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 August 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop?
Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Bridgend.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop last inspected?
Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop was last inspected on 2026-08-18. 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 Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop 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 Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop located?
Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop is located at 15 Well Street, Porthcawl, Bridgend , CF36 3BE, in the Bridgend local authority area.