The Three Shells
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Three Shells is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Three Shells Beach, Western Esplanade, Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex, SS1 1EE, in the Southend-On-Sea local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 May 2024, 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 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Southend-On-Sea oversees 1,506 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Southend-On-Sea is 4.5 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
- Three Shells Beach, Western Esplanade, Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex
- Postcode
- SS1 1EE
- Local Authority
- Southend-On-Sea
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 516309
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Three Shells?
The Three Shells has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Southend-On-Sea.
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 The Three Shells last inspected?
The Three Shells was last inspected on 2024-05-08. 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 Three Shells located?
The Three Shells is located at Three Shells Beach, Western Esplanade, Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex , SS1 1EE, in the Southend-On-Sea local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SS1 postcode area.