Lucky Chicken

4
Good
Inspected: 2024-11-04

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

Lucky Chicken is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 40 & 40a Goulston Street, London, E1 7TP, in the Tower Hamlets local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), 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. Tower Hamlets oversees 3,172 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tower Hamlets is 4.5 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
40 & 40a Goulston Street, London
Postcode
E1 7TP
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1733485

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Lucky Chicken?

Lucky Chicken has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Tower Hamlets.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Lucky Chicken last inspected?

Lucky Chicken was last inspected on 2024-11-04. 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 Lucky Chicken 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 Lucky Chicken located?

Lucky Chicken is located at 40 & 40a Goulston Street, London , E1 7TP, in the Tower Hamlets local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the E1 postcode area.