City Road Cafe
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City Road Cafe is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 209 City Road, Fenton, Stoke-On-Trent, ST4 2PL, in the Stoke-On-Trent local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), 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. Stoke-On-Trent oversees 2,295 registered food businesses, of which 75% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Stoke-On-Trent is 4.6 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 209 City Road, Fenton, Stoke-On-Trent
- Postcode
- ST4 2PL
- Local Authority
- Stoke-On-Trent
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 511228
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of City Road Cafe?
City Road Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Stoke-On-Trent.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was City Road Cafe last inspected?
City Road Cafe was last inspected on 2025-08-06. 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 City Road Cafe 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 City Road Cafe located?
City Road Cafe is located at 209 City Road, Fenton, Stoke-On-Trent , ST4 2PL, in the Stoke-On-Trent local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ST4 postcode area.