Taste of Bengal
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Taste of Bengal is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 358 Old Road, Clacton On Sea, Essex, CO15 3RN, in the Tendring local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 April 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Tendring oversees 1,267 registered food businesses, of which 76% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Tendring is 4.5 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Taste of Bengal?
Taste of Bengal has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Tendring.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
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 Taste of Bengal last inspected?
Taste of Bengal was last inspected on 2025-04-29. 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 Taste of Bengal 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 Taste of Bengal located?
Taste of Bengal is located at 358 Old Road, Clacton On Sea, Essex , CO15 3RN, in the Tendring local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CO15 postcode area.