Poon's at Somerset House
Poon's at Somerset House is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at NEW WING SOMERSET HOUSE STRAND, LONDON, in the Westminster local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 April 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Westminster oversees 5,753 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Westminster is 4.5 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- NEW WING SOMERSET HOUSE STRAND, LONDON
- Postcode
- Not available
- Local Authority
- Westminster
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1873495
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Poon's at Somerset House?
Poon's at Somerset House has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Westminster.
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 Poon's at Somerset House last inspected?
Poon's at Somerset House was last inspected on 2026-04-08. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.