Manny's Place

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-11-26

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Manny's Place is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 26 Churchgate, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1DN, in the North Hertfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 26 November 2024, 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. North Hertfordshire oversees 1,114 registered food businesses, of which 85% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in North Hertfordshire is 4.7 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. 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
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
26 Churchgate, Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Postcode
SG5 1DN
Local Authority
North Hertfordshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
961573

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Manny's Place?

Manny's Place has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by North Hertfordshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

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 Manny's Place last inspected?

Manny's Place was last inspected on 2024-11-26. 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 Manny's Place 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 Manny's Place located?

Manny's Place is located at 26 Churchgate, Hitchin, Hertfordshire , SG5 1DN, in the North Hertfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SG5 postcode area.