King of Falafel
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King of Falafel is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 17 Hunter Street, London, WC1N 1BN, in the Camden local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Camden oversees 4,318 registered food businesses, of which 61% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Camden is 4.2 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. The rating has changed from AwaitingInspection to 2. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of King of Falafel?
King of Falafel has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Camden.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was King of Falafel last inspected?
King of Falafel was last inspected on 2026-02-10. 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 King of Falafel 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 King of Falafel located?
King of Falafel is located at 17 Hunter Street, London , WC1N 1BN, in the Camden local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WC1N postcode area.