Tesco Newtown Cafe
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Tesco Newtown Cafe is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Tesco Stores Limited, Pool Road, Newtown, Powys, SY16 1DW, in the Powys local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 20 July 2026, 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 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Powys oversees 2,370 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Powys is 4.6 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Tesco Newtown Cafe?
Tesco Newtown Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Powys.
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 Tesco Newtown Cafe last inspected?
Tesco Newtown Cafe was last inspected on 2026-07-20. 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 Tesco Newtown Cafe located?
Tesco Newtown Cafe is located at Tesco Stores Limited, Pool Road, Newtown, Powys , SY16 1DW, in the Powys local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SY16 postcode area.