Lime & Thyme

5
Very Good
Inspected: 2025-10-15

Lime & Thyme is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 56 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park, SW20 0LA, in the Merton local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 15 October 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). Merton oversees 1,515 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Merton is 4.7 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
56 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park
Postcode
SW20 0LA
Local Authority
Merton
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
660624

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Lime & Thyme?

Lime & Thyme has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Merton.

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 Lime & Thyme last inspected?

Lime & Thyme was last inspected on 2025-10-15. 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 Lime & Thyme located?

Lime & Thyme is located at 56 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park , SW20 0LA, in the Merton local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SW20 postcode area.