Turtle Bay Restaurant

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-02-18
Rating changed from 5 since 2025-09-10

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Turtle Bay Restaurant is a pub/bar/nightclub located at Turtle Bay, 81-91 John Bright Street, Birmingham, B1 1BL, in the Birmingham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 18 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Birmingham oversees 10,152 registered food businesses, of which 67% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Birmingham is 4.3 out of 5. As a pub, bar or nightclub serving food, this business is assessed on both its food preparation areas and bar service areas, including cellar hygiene and the safe storage of perishable items. 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. The rating has changed from 5 to 2 since 10 September 2025. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Pub/bar/nightclub
Address
Turtle Bay, 81-91 John Bright Street, Birmingham
Postcode
B1 1BL
Local Authority
Birmingham
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
865316

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
5 2025-09-10

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Turtle Bay Restaurant?

Turtle Bay Restaurant has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Birmingham.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a pub/bar/nightclub?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was Turtle Bay Restaurant last inspected?

Turtle Bay Restaurant was last inspected on 2026-02-18. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Turtle Bay Restaurant improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Turtle Bay Restaurant located?

Turtle Bay Restaurant is located at Turtle Bay, 81-91 John Bright Street, Birmingham , B1 1BL, in the Birmingham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the B1 postcode area.