Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-05-12

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
5

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

Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 1 The Burrow, Seaton, EX12 2LW, in the East Devon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 12 May 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. East Devon oversees 1,101 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Devon is 4.8 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
1 The Burrow, Seaton
Postcode
EX12 2LW
Local Authority
East Devon
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1705043

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream?

Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by East Devon.

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 Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream last inspected?

Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream was last inspected on 2026-05-12. 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 Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream 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 Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream located?

Tide Cafe (gfu) Inc Mayas Ice Cream is located at 1 The Burrow, Seaton , EX12 2LW, in the East Devon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX12 postcode area.