The Griffin
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Griffin is a pub/bar/nightclub located at 10-12 Church Road, Caversham, Reading, RG4 7AD, in the Reading local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 September 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. Reading oversees 1,488 registered food businesses, of which 74% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Reading is 4.4 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Griffin?
The Griffin has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Reading.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?
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 The Griffin last inspected?
The Griffin was last inspected on 2025-09-11. 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 The Griffin located?
The Griffin is located at 10-12 Church Road, Caversham, Reading , RG4 7AD, in the Reading local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RG4 postcode area.