Amo Cafe Bar Bistro
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Amo Cafe Bar Bistro is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 98 Montague Street, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 3HF, in the Worthing local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 2 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Worthing oversees 1,020 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Worthing 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. The rating has changed from 3 to 1 since 24 July 2024. 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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| Rating | Date Recorded |
|---|---|
| 3 | 2024-07-24 |
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What is the food hygiene rating of Amo Cafe Bar Bistro?
Amo Cafe Bar Bistro has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Worthing.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.
When was Amo Cafe Bar Bistro last inspected?
Amo Cafe Bar Bistro was last inspected on 2026-02-02. 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 Amo Cafe Bar Bistro 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 Amo Cafe Bar Bistro located?
Amo Cafe Bar Bistro is located at 98 Montague Street, Worthing, West Sussex , BN11 3HF, in the Worthing local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BN11 postcode area.