Wai Ho
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Wai Ho is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 222 High Street, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 1HH, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), 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. Newcastle Upon Tyne oversees 2,718 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newcastle Upon Tyne is 4.5 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. 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
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 222 High Street, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Postcode
- NE3 1HH
- Local Authority
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1677748
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Wai Ho?
Wai Ho has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Newcastle Upon Tyne.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Wai Ho last inspected?
Wai Ho was last inspected on 2024-11-26. 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 Wai Ho 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 Wai Ho located?
Wai Ho is located at 222 High Street, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne , NE3 1HH, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE3 postcode area.