Flames Grill

Generally Satisfactory

Inspected: 2025-10-09

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling

Structural Compliance

Confidence in Management

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

Flames Grill is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at High Straggleton Farm Sandsend Road, Whitby, YO21 3LL, in the North Yorkshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 October 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), 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. North Yorkshire oversees 7,051 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Yorkshire is 4.8 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: High Straggleton Farm Sandsend Road, Whitby
Postcode: YO21 3LL
Local Authority: North Yorkshire
Scheme Type: FHRS
FHRS Business ID: 1880157

Location

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FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Flames Grill?

Flames Grill has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by North Yorkshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Flames Grill last inspected?

Flames Grill was last inspected on 2025-10-09. 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 Flames Grill 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 Flames Grill located?

Flames Grill is located at High Straggleton Farm Sandsend Road, Whitby , YO21 3LL, in the North Yorkshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the YO21 postcode area.