Sambuca Cassia
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Sambuca Cassia is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 52 Bell Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE30 1HF, in the North Tyneside local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 June 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. North Tyneside oversees 1,519 registered food businesses, of which 92% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Tyneside is 4.8 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
- 52 Bell Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear
- Postcode
- NE30 1HF
- Local Authority
- North Tyneside
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 34945
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Sambuca Cassia?
Sambuca Cassia has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by North Tyneside.
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 Sambuca Cassia last inspected?
Sambuca Cassia was last inspected on 2025-06-18. 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 Sambuca Cassia located?
Sambuca Cassia is located at 52 Bell Street, North Shields, Tyne And Wear , NE30 1HF, in the North Tyneside local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NE30 postcode area.