Lazo Shawarma

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2026-07-03

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
5

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

Lazo Shawarma is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 28 - 30 Whalley Banks, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen, BB2 1NU, in the Blackburn local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 3 July 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Blackburn oversees 768 registered food businesses, of which 70% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Blackburn is 4.4 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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.

Details

Business Type
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
28 - 30 Whalley Banks, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen
Postcode
BB2 1NU
Local Authority
Blackburn
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1834466

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Lazo Shawarma?

Lazo Shawarma has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Blackburn.

What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.

When was Lazo Shawarma last inspected?

Lazo Shawarma was last inspected on 2026-07-03. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

Where is Lazo Shawarma located?

Lazo Shawarma is located at 28 - 30 Whalley Banks, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen , BB2 1NU, in the Blackburn local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BB2 postcode area.