Afghan Bites

0
Urgent Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-02-25

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
30

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

Afghan Bites is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 8 Station Road, West Drayton, UB7 7BY, in the Hillingdon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 25 February 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 0 (Urgent Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 30 — major improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Hillingdon oversees 2,260 registered food businesses, of which 73% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Hillingdon is 4.3 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
8 Station Road, West Drayton
Postcode
UB7 7BY
Local Authority
Hillingdon
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1786276

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Afghan Bites?

Afghan Bites has a food hygiene rating of 0 out of 5, as assessed by Hillingdon.

What does a food hygiene rating of 0 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

A rating of 0 means urgent improvement is required. The business was found to have serious hygiene failures that pose a risk to public health and need immediate attention. The local authority will take enforcement action if necessary.

When was Afghan Bites last inspected?

Afghan Bites was last inspected on 2025-02-25. 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 Afghan Bites 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 Afghan Bites located?

Afghan Bites is located at 8 Station Road, West Drayton , UB7 7BY, in the Hillingdon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the UB7 postcode area.