Hantone Restaurant and Bar

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-02-11
Rating changed from 5 since 2025-03-24

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
20

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

Hantone Restaurant and Bar is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 3 Selborne Place Selborne Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5NH, in the Arun local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Arun oversees 1,340 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Arun is 4.8 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. The rating has changed from 5 to 1 since 24 March 2025. 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
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
3 Selborne Place Selborne Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex
Postcode
BN17 5NH
Local Authority
Arun
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1799384

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
5 2025-03-24

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Hantone Restaurant and Bar?

Hantone Restaurant and Bar has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Arun.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Hantone Restaurant and Bar last inspected?

Hantone Restaurant and Bar was last inspected on 2026-02-11. 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 Hantone Restaurant and Bar 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 Hantone Restaurant and Bar located?

Hantone Restaurant and Bar is located at 3 Selborne Place Selborne Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex , BN17 5NH, in the Arun local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BN17 postcode area.