GAIL's Bakery Old Street
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
GAIL's Bakery Old Street is a retailers - other located at GAIL's Bakery Old Street, 81 City Road, London, EC1Y 1BD, EC1Y 1BD, in the Islington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 5 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. Islington oversees 2,602 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Islington is 4.4 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. 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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What is the food hygiene rating of GAIL's Bakery Old Street?
GAIL's Bakery Old Street has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Islington.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
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 GAIL's Bakery Old Street last inspected?
GAIL's Bakery Old Street was last inspected on 2026-02-05. 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 GAIL's Bakery Old Street located?
GAIL's Bakery Old Street is located at GAIL's Bakery Old Street, 81 City Road, London, EC1Y 1BD , EC1Y 1BD, in the Islington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EC1Y postcode area.