Snack Shack
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Snack Shack is a mobile caterer located at Mobile Catering Van Outside Unit 11 Wildmere Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 3UU, in the Cherwell local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 May 2025, 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. Cherwell oversees 1,333 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cherwell is 4.7 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Snack Shack?
Snack Shack has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Cherwell.
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 Snack Shack last inspected?
Snack Shack was last inspected on 2025-05-13. 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 Snack Shack 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 Snack Shack located?
Snack Shack is located at Mobile Catering Van Outside Unit 11 Wildmere Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire , OX16 3UU, in the Cherwell local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX16 postcode area.