Merkur Slots
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Merkur Slots is a other catering premises located at 544 Bearwood Road, Smethwick, B66 4BT, in the Sandwell local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Sandwell oversees 2,645 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sandwell is 4.5 out of 5. 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. The rating has changed from AwaitingInspection to 5.
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| Rating | Date Recorded |
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| AwaitingInspection |
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What is the food hygiene rating of Merkur Slots?
Merkur Slots has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Sandwell.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a other catering premises?
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 Merkur Slots last inspected?
Merkur Slots was last inspected on 2026-02-14. 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 Merkur Slots located?
Merkur Slots is located at 544 Bearwood Road, Smethwick , B66 4BT, in the Sandwell local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the B66 postcode area.