Art Bank Cafe

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-02-07

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Art Bank Cafe is a other catering premises located at 13 High Street, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5AD, in the Somerset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 7 February 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), 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. Somerset oversees 6,063 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Somerset is 4.8 out of 5. 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
Other catering premises
Address
13 High Street, Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Postcode
BA4 5AD
Local Authority
Somerset
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1757359

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Art Bank Cafe?

Art Bank Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Somerset.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a other catering premises?

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 Art Bank Cafe last inspected?

Art Bank Cafe was last inspected on 2025-02-07. 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 Art Bank Cafe 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 Art Bank Cafe located?

Art Bank Cafe is located at 13 High Street, Shepton Mallet, Somerset , BA4 5AD, in the Somerset local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BA4 postcode area.