The Hemingway Pub

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-12-11

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

The Hemingway Pub is a pub/bar/nightclub located at THE HEMMINGWAY 84 VICTORIA PARK ROAD, Hackney, London, E9 7JL, in the Hackney local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 December 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — 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. Hackney oversees 2,661 registered food businesses, of which 72% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Hackney 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. 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
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
THE HEMMINGWAY 84 VICTORIA PARK ROAD, Hackney, London
Postcode
E9 7JL
Local Authority
Hackney
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
470465

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Hemingway Pub?

The Hemingway Pub has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Hackney.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

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 The Hemingway Pub last inspected?

The Hemingway Pub was last inspected on 2024-12-11. 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 The Hemingway Pub 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 The Hemingway Pub located?

The Hemingway Pub is located at THE HEMMINGWAY 84 VICTORIA PARK ROAD, Hackney, London , E9 7JL, in the Hackney local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the E9 postcode area.