Dragon Pearl Cottage
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Dragon Pearl Cottage is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 11 Coast Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE7 7RN, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 January 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — 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. Newcastle Upon Tyne oversees 2,718 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newcastle Upon Tyne is 4.5 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 11 Coast Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Postcode
- NE7 7RN
- Local Authority
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 236224
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Dragon Pearl Cottage?
Dragon Pearl Cottage has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Newcastle Upon Tyne.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Dragon Pearl Cottage last inspected?
Dragon Pearl Cottage was last inspected on 2025-01-23. 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 Dragon Pearl Cottage 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 Dragon Pearl Cottage located?
Dragon Pearl Cottage is located at 11 Coast Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne , NE7 7RN, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE7 postcode area.