Dunelm

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-02-19

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

Dunelm is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Unit 2 Bridge Retail Park Hele Road Torquay Devon, TQ2 7PY, in the Torbay local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 February 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. Torbay oversees 1,540 registered food businesses, of which 70% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Torbay is 4.6 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
Unit 2 Bridge Retail Park Hele Road Torquay Devon
Postcode
TQ2 7PY
Local Authority
Torbay
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1826724

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Dunelm?

Dunelm has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Torbay.

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 Dunelm last inspected?

Dunelm was last inspected on 2025-02-19. 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 Dunelm 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 Dunelm located?

Dunelm is located at Unit 2 Bridge Retail Park Hele Road Torquay Devon , TQ2 7PY, in the Torbay local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TQ2 postcode area.