Deniz Kebab

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-05-19

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

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

Deniz Kebab is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 118 Abbott Road, DIDCOT, Oxon, OX11 8HZ, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 May 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. 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 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
118 Abbott Road, DIDCOT, Oxon
Postcode
OX11 8HZ
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
272304

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Deniz Kebab?

Deniz Kebab has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by South Oxfordshire.

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 Deniz Kebab last inspected?

Deniz Kebab was last inspected on 2025-05-19. 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 Deniz Kebab 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 Deniz Kebab located?

Deniz Kebab is located at 118 Abbott Road, DIDCOT, Oxon , OX11 8HZ, in the South Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX11 postcode area.