The Tea Room

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-08-28

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

The Tea Room is a other catering premises located at 73 King Street, Knutsford, Cheshire East, WA16 6DX, in the Cheshire East local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 28 August 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), 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. Cheshire East oversees 3,077 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Cheshire East is 4.8 out of 5. 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
Other catering premises
Address
73 King Street, Knutsford, Cheshire East
Postcode
WA16 6DX
Local Authority
Cheshire East
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
890518

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Tea Room?

The Tea Room has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Cheshire East.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a other catering premises?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was The Tea Room last inspected?

The Tea Room was last inspected on 2025-08-28. 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 The Tea Room 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 The Tea Room located?

The Tea Room is located at 73 King Street, Knutsford, Cheshire East , WA16 6DX, in the Cheshire East local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WA16 postcode area.