The Duck
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Duck is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 100-102 Poole Road, Bournemouth, BH4 9EF, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 November 2023, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — 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. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole oversees 3,480 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is 4.8 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- 100-102 Poole Road, Bournemouth
- Postcode
- BH4 9EF
- Local Authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 583434
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Duck?
The Duck has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
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 Duck last inspected?
The Duck was last inspected on 2023-11-20. 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 Duck located?
The Duck is located at 100-102 Poole Road, Bournemouth , BH4 9EF, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BH4 postcode area.