Maks Desi Delights
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Maks Desi Delights is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Pitsea Market, Northlands Pavement, Pitsea, Essex, SS13 3DU, in the Basildon local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 December 2025, 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. Basildon oversees 1,364 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Basildon is 4.7 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Maks Desi Delights?
Maks Desi Delights has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Basildon.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Maks Desi Delights last inspected?
Maks Desi Delights was last inspected on 2025-12-19. 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 Maks Desi Delights located?
Maks Desi Delights is located at Pitsea Market, Northlands Pavement, Pitsea, Essex , SS13 3DU, in the Basildon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SS13 postcode area.