Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen
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Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Tablehurst Farm London Road, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DP, in the Wealden local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), 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. Wealden oversees 1,337 registered food businesses, of which 91% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Wealden is 4.7 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen?
Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Wealden.
What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.
When was Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen last inspected?
Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen was last inspected on 2025-07-28. 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 Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen 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 Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen located?
Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen is located at Tablehurst Farm London Road, Forest Row, East Sussex , RH18 5DP, in the Wealden local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RH18 postcode area.