Eko Bar & Restauarnt

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-03-24

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

Eko Bar & Restauarnt is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at THE TIGER 245 WICK ROAD, Hackney, London, E9 5AF, in the Hackney local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 March 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 5 — very 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. Hackney oversees 2,661 registered food businesses, of which 72% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Hackney is 4.4 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. 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
THE TIGER 245 WICK ROAD, Hackney, London
Postcode
E9 5AF
Local Authority
Hackney
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1816138

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Eko Bar & Restauarnt?

Eko Bar & Restauarnt has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Hackney.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was Eko Bar & Restauarnt last inspected?

Eko Bar & Restauarnt was last inspected on 2025-03-24. 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 Eko Bar & Restauarnt 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 Eko Bar & Restauarnt located?

Eko Bar & Restauarnt is located at THE TIGER 245 WICK ROAD, Hackney, London , E9 5AF, in the Hackney local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the E9 postcode area.