The River House

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2023-11-20

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
5

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

The River House is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at The Black Swan Guild, 2 Bridge Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1BB, in the Somerset local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 November 2023, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very 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. 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.

Details

Business Type
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
The Black Swan Guild, 2 Bridge Street, Frome, Somerset
Postcode
BA11 1BB
Local Authority
Somerset
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1757766

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The River House?

The River House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Somerset.

What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.

When was The River House last inspected?

The River House was last inspected on 2023-11-20. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

Where is The River House located?

The River House is located at The Black Swan Guild, 2 Bridge Street, Frome, Somerset , BA11 1BB, in the Somerset local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BA11 postcode area.