Dragons Pearl

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-07-21

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
20
Confidence in Management
20

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

Dragons Pearl is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 133 Burwell Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire, OX28 5LP, in the West Oxfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 21 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 20 — improvement needed), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. West Oxfordshire oversees 1,117 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in West Oxfordshire is 4.9 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. 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
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
133 Burwell Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire
Postcode
OX28 5LP
Local Authority
West Oxfordshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
871238

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Dragons Pearl?

Dragons Pearl has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by West Oxfordshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Dragons Pearl last inspected?

Dragons Pearl was last inspected on 2025-07-21. 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 Dragons Pearl 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 Dragons Pearl located?

Dragons Pearl is located at 133 Burwell Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire , OX28 5LP, in the West Oxfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the OX28 postcode area.