Desi Spice
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Desi Spice is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 537 Cricklade Road, Swindon, SN2 1AH, in the Swindon 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 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Swindon oversees 1,628 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Swindon 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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What is the food hygiene rating of Desi Spice?
Desi Spice has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Swindon.
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 Desi Spice last inspected?
Desi Spice 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 Desi Spice located?
Desi Spice is located at 537 Cricklade Road, Swindon , SN2 1AH, in the Swindon local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SN2 postcode area.