Ralph's Balham
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Ralph's Balham is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 13 Station Parade Balham High Road, London, Wandsworth, SW12 9AZ, in the Wandsworth local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 25 April 2025, 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 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Wandsworth oversees 2,837 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wandsworth is 4.6 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 13 Station Parade Balham High Road, London, Wandsworth
- Postcode
- SW12 9AZ
- Local Authority
- Wandsworth
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1625008
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Ralph's Balham?
Ralph's Balham has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Wandsworth.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Ralph's Balham last inspected?
Ralph's Balham was last inspected on 2025-04-25. 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 Ralph's Balham located?
Ralph's Balham is located at 13 Station Parade Balham High Road, London, Wandsworth , SW12 9AZ, in the Wandsworth local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SW12 postcode area.