Francesca’s vegan ice-cream
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Francesca’s vegan ice-cream is a mobile caterer located at Spark York, 17-21 Piccadilly, York, YO1 9BP, in the York local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 May 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — 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. York oversees 2,101 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in York is 4.6 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 Francesca’s vegan ice-cream?
Francesca’s vegan ice-cream has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by York.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a mobile caterer?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Francesca’s vegan ice-cream last inspected?
Francesca’s vegan ice-cream was last inspected on 2025-05-17. 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 Francesca’s vegan ice-cream 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 Francesca’s vegan ice-cream located?
Francesca’s vegan ice-cream is located at Spark York, 17-21 Piccadilly, York , YO1 9BP, in the York local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the YO1 postcode area.