The Raj Indian Restaurant
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Raj Indian Restaurant is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at The Raj Indian Restaurant, 7 Elephant Lane, Thatto Heath, WA9 5QQ, in the St Helens local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 December 2023, 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. St Helens oversees 1,377 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in St Helens 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ.
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What is the food hygiene rating of The Raj Indian Restaurant?
The Raj Indian Restaurant has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by St Helens.
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 The Raj Indian Restaurant last inspected?
The Raj Indian Restaurant was last inspected on 2023-12-04. 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 Raj Indian Restaurant located?
The Raj Indian Restaurant is located at The Raj Indian Restaurant, 7 Elephant Lane, Thatto Heath , WA9 5QQ, in the St Helens local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WA9 postcode area.