Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-06-24

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Wing Chau Chop Suey House 203 - 205 Two Ball Lonnen, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 9RS, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 24 June 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. Newcastle Upon Tyne oversees 2,726 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Newcastle Upon Tyne is 4.6 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. 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
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
Wing Chau Chop Suey House 203 - 205 Two Ball Lonnen, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Postcode
NE4 9RS
Local Authority
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
236803

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway?

Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Newcastle Upon Tyne.

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 Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway last inspected?

Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway was last inspected on 2026-06-24. 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 Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway 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 Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway located?

Wing Chau Chinese Takeaway is located at Wing Chau Chop Suey House 203 - 205 Two Ball Lonnen, Newcastle Upon Tyne , NE4 9RS, in the Newcastle Upon Tyne local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE4 postcode area.