Bengal Spice
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Bengal Spice is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Forest Tandoori, 12 Forest Road, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1DX, in the Epping Forest local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 August 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. 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 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
- Forest Tandoori, 12 Forest Road, Loughton, Essex
- Postcode
- IG10 1DX
- Local Authority
- Epping Forest
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 668788
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Bengal Spice?
Bengal Spice 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 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 Bengal Spice last inspected?
Bengal Spice was last inspected on 2023-08-22. 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 Bengal Spice located?
Bengal Spice is located at Forest Tandoori, 12 Forest Road, Loughton, Essex , IG10 1DX, in the Epping Forest local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the IG10 postcode area.