Smashin Patties

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-05-16

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Smashin Patties is a mobile caterer located at Unit 14 Blackstaff Mill, 81 Springfield Road, Belfast, BT12 7AE, in the Belfast City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 May 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Belfast City oversees 3,204 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Belfast City is 4.6 out of 5. 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.

Details

Business Type
Mobile caterer
Address
Unit 14 Blackstaff Mill, 81 Springfield Road, Belfast
Postcode
BT12 7AE
Local Authority
Belfast City
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1676055

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Smashin Patties?

Smashin Patties has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Belfast City.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a mobile caterer?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Smashin Patties last inspected?

Smashin Patties was last inspected on 2024-05-16. 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 Smashin Patties 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 Smashin Patties located?

Smashin Patties is located at Unit 14 Blackstaff Mill, 81 Springfield Road, Belfast , BT12 7AE, in the Belfast City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT12 postcode area.