Tao's Chopsticks

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2024-12-09

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

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

Tao's Chopsticks is a mobile caterer located at Tao's Chopsticks, Unit 1 and 1A Nags Head Covered Market, 22 Seven Sisters Road, London, N7 6AG, in the Islington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 December 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), 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. Islington oversees 2,602 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Islington is 4.4 out of 5. 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
Mobile caterer
Address
Tao's Chopsticks, Unit 1 and 1A Nags Head Covered Market, 22 Seven Sisters Road, London
Postcode
N7 6AG
Local Authority
Islington
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1788545

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Tao's Chopsticks?

Tao's Chopsticks has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Islington.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a mobile caterer?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Tao's Chopsticks last inspected?

Tao's Chopsticks was last inspected on 2024-12-09. 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 Tao's Chopsticks 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 Tao's Chopsticks located?

Tao's Chopsticks is located at Tao's Chopsticks, Unit 1 and 1A Nags Head Covered Market, 22 Seven Sisters Road, London , N7 6AG, in the Islington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the N7 postcode area.