Ben Jonson
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Ben Jonson is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Ben Jonson Northampton Road, Weston On The Green, Oxfordshire, OX25 3RA, in the Cherwell local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 February 2025, 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. Cherwell oversees 1,333 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cherwell 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Ben Jonson?
Ben Jonson has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Cherwell.
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 Ben Jonson last inspected?
Ben Jonson was last inspected on 2025-02-06. 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 Ben Jonson located?
Ben Jonson is located at Ben Jonson Northampton Road, Weston On The Green, Oxfordshire , OX25 3RA, in the Cherwell local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX25 postcode area.