Sound Bites
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Sound Bites is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 123 Kirkstall Hill, Burley, Leeds, LS4 2TH, in the Leeds local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 January 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 5 — 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. Leeds oversees 7,321 registered food businesses, of which 75% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Leeds is 4.7 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Sound Bites?
Sound Bites has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Leeds.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Sound Bites last inspected?
Sound Bites was last inspected on 2026-01-16. 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 Sound Bites located?
Sound Bites is located at 123 Kirkstall Hill, Burley, Leeds , LS4 2TH, in the Leeds local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the LS4 postcode area.