Smoke Zone

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-12-08

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Smoke Zone is a retailers - other located at 141a West Street, Fareham, PO16 0DU, in the Fareham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Fareham oversees 770 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Fareham is 4.8 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. 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
Retailers - other
Address
141a West Street, Fareham
Postcode
PO16 0DU
Local Authority
Fareham
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
37855

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Smoke Zone?

Smoke Zone has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Fareham.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a retailers - other?

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 Smoke Zone last inspected?

Smoke Zone was last inspected on 2025-12-08. 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 Smoke Zone 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 Smoke Zone located?

Smoke Zone is located at 141a West Street, Fareham , PO16 0DU, in the Fareham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the PO16 postcode area.