Wow Pizza
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Wow Pizza is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 7 Saint Anthonys Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 2PD, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 20 — improvement needed), 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. Newcastle Upon Tyne oversees 2,718 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newcastle Upon Tyne is 4.5 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. 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
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 7 Saint Anthonys Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Postcode
- NE6 2PD
- Local Authority
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1859857
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Wow Pizza?
Wow Pizza has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Newcastle Upon Tyne.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.
When was Wow Pizza last inspected?
Wow Pizza was last inspected on 2025-12-04. 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 Wow Pizza 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 Wow Pizza located?
Wow Pizza is located at 7 Saint Anthonys Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne , NE6 2PD, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE6 postcode area.