The Dog and Piano
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Dog and Piano is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 5-6 Water Street, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, SA31 1PY, in the Carmarthenshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — 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. Carmarthenshire oversees 2,203 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Carmarthenshire is 4.8 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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 AwaitingInspection to 5.
Details
- Business Type
- Pub/bar/nightclub
- Address
- 5-6 Water Street, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire
- Postcode
- SA31 1PY
- Local Authority
- Carmarthenshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1679404
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| AwaitingInspection |
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Dog and Piano?
The Dog and Piano has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Carmarthenshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 The Dog and Piano last inspected?
The Dog and Piano was last inspected on 2026-02-06. 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 The Dog and Piano located?
The Dog and Piano is located at 5-6 Water Street, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire , SA31 1PY, in the Carmarthenshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SA31 postcode area.