Oriental Delight

4
Good
Inspected: 2025-12-04

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Oriental Delight is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at Oriental Delight, 23-25 Luton High Street, Luton, Chatham, ME5 7LE, in the Medway local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 4 December 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 10 — 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. Medway oversees 2,125 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Medway is 4.7 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
Oriental Delight, 23-25 Luton High Street, Luton, Chatham
Postcode
ME5 7LE
Local Authority
Medway
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
955241

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Oriental Delight?

Oriental Delight has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Medway.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

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 Oriental Delight last inspected?

Oriental Delight was last inspected on 2025-12-04. 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 Oriental Delight 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 Oriental Delight located?

Oriental Delight is located at Oriental Delight, 23-25 Luton High Street, Luton, Chatham , ME5 7LE, in the Medway local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ME5 postcode area.