The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road
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The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at The Montana 21 Belgrave Road Torquay, TQ2 5HU, in the Torbay local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 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 10 — 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 hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. 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 The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road?
The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road 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 hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
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 The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road last inspected?
The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road was last inspected on 2025-05-14. 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 The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road 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 The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road located?
The Montana, 21 Belgrave Road is located at The Montana 21 Belgrave Road Torquay , TQ2 5HU, in the Torbay local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TQ2 postcode area.