Zarda Cottage
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Zarda Cottage is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Swan House, High Street, Yalding, Kent, ME18 6HS, in the Maidstone local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 June 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Maidstone oversees 1,178 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Maidstone 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 Zarda Cottage?
Zarda Cottage has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Maidstone.
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 Zarda Cottage last inspected?
Zarda Cottage was last inspected on 2026-06-30. 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 Zarda Cottage located?
Zarda Cottage is located at Swan House, High Street, Yalding, Kent , ME18 6HS, in the Maidstone local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ME18 postcode area.