Shellfish Cow
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Shellfish Cow is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 53-55 Reading Road, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, Oxon, RG9 1AB, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 February 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — 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. South Oxfordshire oversees 1,248 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in South Oxfordshire is 4.6 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 53-55 Reading Road, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, Oxon
- Postcode
- RG9 1AB
- Local Authority
- South Oxfordshire
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 271780
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Shellfish Cow?
Shellfish Cow has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by South Oxfordshire.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
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 Shellfish Cow last inspected?
Shellfish Cow was last inspected on 2025-02-28. 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 Shellfish Cow located?
Shellfish Cow is located at 53-55 Reading Road, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, Oxon , RG9 1AB, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RG9 postcode area.