Flying Pizza
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Flying Pizza is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 113 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DA, in the Bedford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 September 2025, 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 10 — 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. Bedford oversees 1,663 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bedford is 4.7 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Flying Pizza?
Flying Pizza has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Bedford.
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 Flying Pizza last inspected?
Flying Pizza was last inspected on 2025-09-11. 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 Flying Pizza 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 Flying Pizza located?
Flying Pizza is located at 113 Midland Road, Bedford , MK40 1DA, in the Bedford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the MK40 postcode area.