Market Kebab
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Market Kebab is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 19 Market Square, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1DS, in the Epping Forest local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 September 2025, 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. Epping Forest oversees 1,075 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Epping Forest is 4.7 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 19 Market Square, Waltham Abbey, Essex
- Postcode
- EN9 1DS
- Local Authority
- Epping Forest
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 553837
Location
Nearby Businesses
- Starfish 5
- Abbey's Local 5
- The Maze Restobar 5
- Abbey cafe 4
- MER foods ltd 5
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- Pie & Mash Shop 5
- The Queens Arms 5
- Mark Smith ( packed goods) Exempt
- Mr Mitchell Exempt
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Market Kebab?
Market Kebab has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Epping Forest.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Market Kebab last inspected?
Market Kebab was last inspected on 2025-09-09. 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 Market Kebab located?
Market Kebab is located at 19 Market Square, Waltham Abbey, Essex , EN9 1DS, in the Epping Forest local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EN9 postcode area.