Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway
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Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 20 - 22 Pontmorlais High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8UB, in the Merthyr Tydfil local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 January 2026, 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. Merthyr Tydfil oversees 590 registered food businesses, of which 75% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Merthyr Tydfil is 4.3 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. The rating has changed from 0 to 2 since 24 November 2025. 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
- 20 - 22 Pontmorlais High Street, Merthyr Tydfil
- Postcode
- CF47 8UB
- Local Authority
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1728538
Rating History
| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 0 | 2025-11-24 |
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway?
Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Merthyr Tydfil.
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 Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway last inspected?
Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway was last inspected on 2026-01-28. 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 Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway 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 Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway located?
Taj finest Indian & Bangladeshi cuisine restaurant & takeaway is located at 20 - 22 Pontmorlais High Street, Merthyr Tydfil , CF47 8UB, in the Merthyr Tydfil local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CF47 postcode area.