Rope Walk Cafe
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Rope Walk Cafe is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Unit 17 The Cafe Rope Walk Arcade Rope Walk, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7NA, in the Rother local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 11 July 2025, 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. Rother oversees 999 registered food businesses, of which 95% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Rother is 4.8 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 Rope Walk Cafe?
Rope Walk Cafe has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Rother.
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 Rope Walk Cafe last inspected?
Rope Walk Cafe was last inspected on 2025-07-11. 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 Rope Walk Cafe located?
Rope Walk Cafe is located at Unit 17 The Cafe Rope Walk Arcade Rope Walk, Rye, East Sussex , TN31 7NA, in the Rother local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the TN31 postcode area.