Top Shops Cafe

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-03-18

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Top Shops Cafe is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 61 Belgrave Road, Coventry, CV2 5BG, in the Coventry local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 March 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. Coventry oversees 3,002 registered food businesses, of which 73% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Coventry is 4.6 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
61 Belgrave Road, Coventry
Postcode
CV2 5BG
Local Authority
Coventry
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1780085

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Top Shops Cafe?

Top Shops Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Coventry.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

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 Top Shops Cafe last inspected?

Top Shops Cafe was last inspected on 2025-03-18. 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 Top Shops 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 Top Shops Cafe located?

Top Shops Cafe is located at 61 Belgrave Road, Coventry , CV2 5BG, in the Coventry local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CV2 postcode area.