Royal Plaice
Royal Plaice is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at The Royal Plaice, 8 Market Street, Appledore, Bideford, EX39 1PW, in the Torridge local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Torridge oversees 768 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Torridge is 4.8 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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 5 since 7 August 2025.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 3 | 2025-08-07 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of Royal Plaice?
Royal Plaice has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Torridge.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Royal Plaice last inspected?
Royal Plaice was last inspected on 2026-02-26. 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 Royal Plaice located?
Royal Plaice is located at The Royal Plaice, 8 Market Street, Appledore, Bideford , EX39 1PW, in the Torridge local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX39 postcode area.