Brags and Brams

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-08-26

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

Brags and Brams is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Brags and Brams, Unit 1a Alliance House, 44-45 Newington Green, London, N16 9QH, in the Islington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), 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. 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. 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
Brags and Brams, Unit 1a Alliance House, 44-45 Newington Green, London
Postcode
N16 9QH
Local Authority
Islington
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1823464

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Brags and Brams?

Brags and Brams has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Islington.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

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 Brags and Brams last inspected?

Brags and Brams was last inspected on 2025-08-26. 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 Brags and Brams 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 Brags and Brams located?

Brags and Brams is located at Brags and Brams, Unit 1a Alliance House, 44-45 Newington Green, London , N16 9QH, in the Islington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the N16 postcode area.