Istanbul restaurant

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-11-21

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Istanbul restaurant is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 42 Freeman Street, Grimsby, DN32 7AG, in the North East Lincolnshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 21 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. North East Lincolnshire oversees 1,753 registered food businesses, of which 71% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North East Lincolnshire 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. 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
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
42 Freeman Street, Grimsby
Postcode
DN32 7AG
Local Authority
North East Lincolnshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1779794

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Istanbul restaurant?

Istanbul restaurant has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by North East Lincolnshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was Istanbul restaurant last inspected?

Istanbul restaurant was last inspected on 2025-11-21. 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 Istanbul restaurant 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 Istanbul restaurant located?

Istanbul restaurant is located at 42 Freeman Street, Grimsby , DN32 7AG, in the North East Lincolnshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the DN32 postcode area.