The Whitecross Tap
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The Whitecross Tap is a pub/bar/nightclub located at The Whitecross Tap, 142-146 Whitecross Street, London, EC1Y 8QJ, EC1Y 8QJ, in the Islington local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 December 2019, 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. Islington oversees 2,602 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Islington 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
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What is the food hygiene rating of The Whitecross Tap?
The Whitecross Tap has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Islington.
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 Whitecross Tap last inspected?
The Whitecross Tap was last inspected on 2019-12-09. 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 Whitecross Tap located?
The Whitecross Tap is located at The Whitecross Tap, 142-146 Whitecross Street, London, EC1Y 8QJ , EC1Y 8QJ, in the Islington local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EC1Y postcode area.